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ACLU uncovers ICE proposal involving private prisons expansion in Nevada
Records obtained by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) have unveiled that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is considering proposals to expand immigration detention capacity in Nevada.
UNLV alumnus Zachary Billot becomes university's first-ever Marshall Scholar
UNLV alumnus Zachary Billot has made history by becoming the first in the university's history to be awarded a Marshall Scholarship.
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UNLV honors six outstanding students for winter graduation
By Silver State Journal | Dec 12, 2024
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) will honor six students as outstanding graduates during the winter commencement ceremonies.
United Way launches warmth drive and volunteer guide for holiday season
By B. B. Urness | Dec 3, 2024
United Way of Southern Nevada (UWSN) is marking the season of giving with a series of initiatives aimed at supporting the community.
Las Vegas Raiders join hands for annual meal packing event
By D. D. Diggs | Nov 27, 2024
The Las Vegas Raiders, in collaboration with the Raiders Foundation, have once again joined forces with the United Way of Southern Nevada (UWSN) and Smith’s Food and Drug Store to host their second annual holiday meal packing event.
United Way celebrates record-breaking suit drive with breakfast event
By D. D. Diggs | Nov 22, 2024
United Way of Southern Nevada (UWSN) marked the success of its 17th annual Women United Suit Drive with a breakfast celebration at the Las Vegas Country Club on November 20.
Nonprofits criticize NV lawmakers over controversial vote
By D. D. Diggs | Nov 21, 2024
The United States House of Representatives recently passed House Resolution 9495 with a narrow margin of 219 to 184.
Americans for Prosperity celebrates Chaplin's narrow victory in South Carolina Senate race
By D. D. Diggs | Nov 15, 2024
Following a recount, Americans for Prosperity-South Carolina (AFP-SC) celebrated the victory of James Daniel “JD” Chaplin as the next State Senator for District 29.
United Way's annual suit drive collects over 17,000 items for women in need
By D. D. Diggs | Nov 14, 2024
United Way of Southern Nevada (UWSN) recently held its 17th annual Women United Suit Drive, achieving its most successful collection yet.
Louisiana house passes key elements of governor's tax overhaul plan
By D. D. Diggs | Nov 13, 2024
Americans for Prosperity-Louisiana (AFP-LA) has expressed approval following the passage of several key tax reform bills by the House.
Americans for Prosperity-South Carolina supports Stubbs' narrow win in Senate District 17
By D. D. Diggs | Nov 12, 2024
Americans for Prosperity-South Carolina (AFP-SC) played a significant role in the recent Senate District 17 race, helping Everett Stubbs secure a victory by a narrow margin of 29 votes.
AFP-PA congratulates state legislative candidates on successful campaigns
By D. D. Diggs | Nov 8, 2024
Americans for Prosperity-Pennsylvania (AFP-PA) has extended congratulations to its endorsed candidates who succeeded in their campaigns, leading to a shift in control of the Pennsylvania State House of Representatives.
AFP-NC congratulates endorsed candidates on election victories
By D. D. Diggs | Nov 8, 2024
Raleigh, North Carolina—Americans for Prosperity-North Carolina (AFP-NC) has extended congratulations to its endorsed candidates following their victories in the recent elections.
Nevada Supreme Court hears case on court transparency involving Murdoch family
By D. D. Diggs | Nov 7, 2024
Holland & Hart has joined forces with the ACLU of Nevada to submit an amicus brief to the Nevada Supreme Court.
United Way launches voucher program to aid families transitioning from homelessness
By B. B. Urness | Nov 1, 2024
United Way of Southern Nevada (UWSN) has introduced the Deseret Industries Move-In Voucher Program, coinciding with National Homelessness Awareness Month.
Brookings podcast explores Southern Nevada's fight against fentanyl crisis
By B. B. Urness | Oct 31, 2024
The fentanyl crisis in the United States continues to have severe impacts, with over 100,000 Americans dying annually from drug overdoses.
United Way seeks last donations for Women United Suit Drive
By B. B. Urness | Oct 29, 2024
United Way of Southern Nevada (UWSN) is making a final appeal for donations to its 17th Annual Women United Suit Drive.
ACLU secures fair access for poll observers in Nye County
By B. B. Urness | Oct 28, 2024
Nye County has reached a settlement with the ACLU of Nevada regarding restrictions on poll observers based on political affiliation.
Nevada court dismisses mass voter challenge ahead of November elections
By D. D. Diggs | Oct 14, 2024
A mass voter challenge lawsuit in Washoe County, Nevada, has been dismissed with prejudice. The lawsuit was initiated by the Citizen Outreach Foundation and targeted over 11,000 voters for removal from Nevada's voter rolls. The ACLU of Nevada intervened in the case to protect these voters' rights.
ACLU intervenes in Washoe County voter purge case
By R. B. Pepalis | Oct 4, 2024
The ACLU of Nevada has been granted permission to intervene in a lawsuit concerning the removal of over 11,000 registered voters from Washoe County's voter rolls. The court found that the organization had a substantial interest in joining the case. The lawsuit, initiated by the Citizen Outreach Foundation, challenges voter registrations based solely on data from the National Change of Address (NCOA) database.