News published on Silver State Journal in June 2025

 

News from June 2025


Construction employment rises in most US states despite policy uncertainty

Construction employment saw an increase in 33 states and the District of Columbia from May 2024 to May 2025, according to a recent analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America.


Tesla hosts first responder training; Rotary supports TMCC automotive program

TMCC recently hosted the Tesla Semi First Responder Awareness Training, presented by Tesla’s Semi Operations Group.


Federal judge grants injunction against Trump's DOGE access to treasury data

Attorney General Aaron D. Ford expressed satisfaction following a federal judge's decision to grant a preliminary injunction in the case State of New York v. Donald J. Trump.


Mental health support emphasized at Nevada State University

College life is often portrayed as a period of growth and exploration, but it also comes with significant pressures.


Attorney General Ford joins effort supporting Consumer Financial Protection Bureau against shutdown

Today, Attorney General Aaron D. Ford joined a coalition of 23 attorneys general in an effort to keep the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) operational.


Attorney General Aaron D. Ford files for order against federal employee terminations

Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford, along with a coalition of 20 attorneys general, has filed for a temporary restraining order against several federal agencies.


Coalition files amicus brief supporting reinstatement of National Labor Relations Board member

Carson City, NV — Attorney General Aaron D. Ford has aligned with a coalition of 20 attorneys general to file an amicus brief in the case of Wilcox v. Trump.


Lake Tahoe faces new challenges despite long-standing protections

The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) was established in the late 1960s to protect Lake Tahoe from extensive development.


Nevada’s lithium loop tech hub receives $21 million boost

Nevada's 'Lithium Loop' tech hub is set to receive $21 million in funding for its next phase, according to an announcement.


Attorney General announces charges against 20 in Ely State Prison inmate deaths

Today, Attorney General Aaron D. Ford announced the arrest of individuals charged with the murder of three inmates and the injury of five others at Ely State Prison.


Attorney General Ford joins call for Supreme Court to affirm Medicaid recipients' provider choice

Carson City, NV — Attorney General Aaron D. Ford has joined a coalition of 17 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court.


NSHE elects Byron Brooks chair; Stephanie Goodman vice chair for upcoming term

The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) Board of Regents has elected Byron Brooks as Chair and Stephanie Goodman as Vice Chair for the 2025–2026 term.


CSN hosts luncheon to honor classified staff across campuses

CSN recently held an appreciation luncheon to honor its classified staff across all three campuses.


Community art project connects generations through creative collaboration

The Honeycomb Project, curated by Candace Garlock, an art professor at Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC), is a large-scale community art initiative inspired by the natural structure of honeycombs.


Dr. Shari Peterson elected to NWCCU commission

Dr. Shari Peterson has been elected to serve as a commissioner for the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU).


National Restaurant Association reacts to Senate's decision on Credit Card Competition Act

Prior to the U.S. Senate's passage of the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins (GENIUS) of 2025 Act, Sean Kennedy, Executive Vice President of Public Affairs for the National Restaurant Association, expressed...


Lake Tahoe shows stable but variable water clarity in latest report

In 1969, Nevada and California established the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) to manage development and protect Lake Tahoe.


Nevada State supports working students with flexible programs

More students are managing the dual responsibilities of work and study.


Federal judge blocks mass layoffs of probationary employees

Las Vegas, NV — Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford announced that a federal judge in the United States District Court for Maryland has issued a temporary restraining order (TRO) against 18 federal agencies.


Nevada DMV adopts electronic system for CDL medical certifications

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has announced a change in the medical certification process for commercial drivers.