News from August 2025
UNLV faculty contribute expertise across health, politics, business trends during July 2025
By Silver State Journal | Aug 14, 2025
As the new academic year approaches, faculty and researchers at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) are finalizing curricula, launching programs, and continuing research efforts that have attracted local and national media attention.
Western Nevada College Foundation thanks supporters after successful 2025 gala
By Silver State Journal | Aug 14, 2025
The Western Nevada College Foundation expressed gratitude to participants and supporters of the eighth annual Reach for the Stars Gala, held on August 2 at the Joe Dini Library.
Ruth Palileo recognized as August AFA Employee of the Month at CSN
By Silver State Journal | Aug 13, 2025
Ruth Palileo has been named the August 2025 Employee of the Month by the Administrative Faculty Assembly (AFA) at the College of Southern Nevada.
Dr. Elizabeth Solomon receives two honors recognizing nursing leadership at CSN
By Silver State Journal | Aug 13, 2025
Dr. Elizabeth Solomon, Director of Nursing at the College of Southern Nevada (CSN), has been recognized for her contributions to healthcare education and leadership in Nevada.
NSHE community colleges receive $2.7 million from GOED WINN fund for workforce training
By Silver State Journal | Aug 13, 2025
Nevada’s community colleges have received approximately $2.7 million in funding from the Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) through the Workforce Innovations for a New Nevada (WINN) fund.
Western Nevada College honors staff achievements at annual fall kickoff
By Silver State Journal | Aug 13, 2025
Western Nevada College held its 2025 Fall Kickoff and Benefits and Wellness Fair on August 13 to mark the start of the new academic year.
Mother completes Western Nevada College CDL program with community support
By Silver State Journal | Aug 13, 2025
Sierra Murphy, a single mother of three, has launched a new career after completing the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) program at Western Nevada College (WNC).
CSN’s TRIO Student Support Services ends after loss of federal funding
By Silver State Journal | Aug 13, 2025
The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) announced that its TRIO Student Support Services program will end at the close of August due to a loss of federal funding.
TMCC partners with Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival to mentor young performers
By Silver State Journal | Aug 12, 2025
Truckee Meadows Community College’s Theatre Program joined with the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival’s Young Shakespeare initiative this summer to offer mentorship and performance opportunities for local high school students.
WICHE names Ashley Clark as vice president for finance following national search
By Silver State Journal | Aug 12, 2025
Ashley Clark has been appointed as the new Vice President, Finance and Administration at the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE).
Nevada approves $2.7 million for workforce training programs statewide
By Silver State Journal | Aug 9, 2025
The Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) Board has approved nearly $2.7 million in funding to support three workforce training programs across the state.
Nevada attorney general sues YouTube over alleged harms to state youth
By Silver State Journal | Aug 8, 2025
Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford has announced a civil lawsuit against YouTube and its parent companies, Google LLC and Alphabet Inc., alleging that the platform has caused harm to young people in Nevada.
Nevada attorney general leads lawsuit against federal withholding of AmeriCorps funds
By Silver State Journal | Aug 8, 2025
Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford has filed a lawsuit against the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB), challenging the Trump administration’s decision to withhold tens of millions of dollars from AmeriCorps, a national volunteer...
Nevada shifts from VINE to new statewide victim notification system
By Silver State Journal | Aug 8, 2025
Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford has announced that the state will transition from its current victim notification system, VINE, to a new system called Nevada S.A.V.E. Notifications.
Court blocks parts of Trump election order after challenge by Nevada attorney general
By Silver State Journal | Aug 8, 2025
A federal judge in Massachusetts has issued a preliminary injunction blocking certain provisions of President Donald Trump’s recent executive order on elections.
Attorney General Ford briefs Congress on lawsuits opposing Trump-era federal actions
By Silver State Journal | Aug 8, 2025
Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford addressed the Congressional Litigation Task Force on ongoing legal challenges against actions taken by the Trump administration.
Attorneys general agree on $7.4 billion Purdue Pharma opioid settlement
By Silver State Journal | Aug 8, 2025
All 55 state and territorial attorneys general have agreed to a $7.4 billion settlement with Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family, according to an announcement from Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford.
Court blocks executive order on birthright citizenship after challenge
By Silver State Journal | Aug 8, 2025
Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford responded to a recent court decision regarding birthright citizenship.
Attorney General Ford highlights legislative achievements from 2025 Nevada session
By Silver State Journal | Aug 8, 2025
Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford has expressed appreciation to the State Legislature for collaborating with his office to pass legislative priorities during the 2025 session.
Nevada AG announces convictions in Southern Nevada behavioral health fraud case
By Silver State Journal | Aug 8, 2025
An investigation led by the Nevada Attorney General’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU) has resulted in the conviction of eleven individuals involved in a behavioral health fraud scheme in Southern Nevada.