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Nevada DMV arrests suspect in emission fraud scheme

Investigators from the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) have arrested Alejandro Dominguez De La Peña following surveillance at a local emissions testing station.


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Nevada regents renew contract for Desert Research Institute president

The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) Board of Regents has approved the renewal of Dr. Kumud Acharya's four-year contract as President of the Desert Research Institute (DRI). This decision was made during the board's quarterly meeting.


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Free seminar during Women in Construction Week highlights women's role

Women in Construction Week, observed from March 3 to 9, will highlight the contributions of women to the construction industry.


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Nikki Haag appointed deputy director for new Nevada boards standards office

Nikki Haag has been appointed as Deputy Director of the newly established Nevada Office of Boards, Commissions and Councils Standards.


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Developer selected for new Windsor Park community construction

The Nevada Housing Division, in collaboration with the Uplift Windsor Park Advisory Committee, has announced the selection of Community Development Programs Center of Nevada (CDPCN) as the developer for a new community in North Las Vegas.


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Nevada climate report highlights warm December; future outlook remains uncertain

Klaire Rhodes, a graduate student at the Nevada State Climate Office, and Thomas Albright, an Associate Professor in the Department of Geography and Interim Nevada State Climatologist, have released their quarterly climate report for Nevada. Their analysis indicates that December 2023 was notably warm, ranking as the sixth warmest December on record.


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Nevada increases workplace safety violation penalties starting January

The Nevada Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has announced an increase in penalties for workplace safety violations, effective January 15, 2024.


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Nevada DMV offers 'Star of Life' symbol on licenses for medical condition disclosure

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has introduced a new initiative aimed at enhancing motorist safety.


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Nevada DMV announces closure over Thanksgiving holiday weekend

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will close its offices from Thursday, November 23 through Sunday, November 26 to observe the Thanksgiving and Family Day holidays.


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Nevada DMV launches online permits for used vehicle buyers

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has introduced a new online service to assist customers who have recently purchased used vehicles.


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Nevada DMV introduces online written tests for driver licenses

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has announced a new option for applicants seeking instruction permits or non-commercial Class C driver licenses.


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Nevada DMV introduces Walk-In Wednesdays and Saturday appointments

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is set to modify its current walk-in service policy.


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Nevada sees improvement in drought conditions but challenges persist

Nevada's current drought conditions have shown improvement following a wet winter, but challenges persist in some areas. According to Nevada State Climatologist Steph McAfee and undergraduate student Benjamin Khoh, who prepared an update through the Living with Drought program, much of the state is now drought-free. However, abnormally dry conditions remain from northwestern Nevada through Nye, Lincoln, and Clark counties.


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Nevada DMV closes offices on Juneteenth after state holiday recognition

In Carson City, Nevada DMV offices will close on Monday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.


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Nevada DMV partners with foundation to promote awareness of White Cane Law

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and the Nevada Blind Children’s Foundation (NBCF) have partnered to educate drivers about Nevada’s White Cane Law and changes to the DMV Driver Handbook.


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Nevada DMV launches new online complaint filing service

Nevadans can now file complaints against car dealers, garages, or other businesses licensed by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) online.


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Nevada DMV services disrupted by planned Verizon network outage

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has announced that it will not be able to issue driver licenses or learner permits on Saturday, February 25.


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Two arrested in Nevada over alleged car theft and forgery

Investigators from the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) have apprehended two individuals in connection with the possession of stolen vehicles and forgery of temporary DMV placards.


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Nevada DMV's bilingual chatbot assists 90,000 customers in January

In January, the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) introduced a new automated chat feature on its website, assisting over 90,000 customers with basic DMV information.


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Nevada's ongoing drought prompts calls for improved conservation strategies

Nevada, recognized as the driest state in the United States, is once again facing drought conditions. "We're pretty good at handling drought in Nevada. We have a lot of practice," said Steph McAfee, an associate professor in the Department of Geography and the Nevada State Climatologist. "But we're probably going to be moving into a future where we need to get even better at dealing with it, where droughts are going to be more common and more severe."