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Nevada DMV wins international award for partnership with justice courts
By D. D. Diggs | Aug 17, 2018
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and the Administrative Office of the Courts have been recognized with an international award for their joint efforts to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.
California man arrested at Reno DMV for attempted ID fraud
By B. B. Urness | Jun 11, 2018
On June 1, 2018, officials from the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) intervened in an attempt by a California resident to acquire a fraudulent identification card at the Reno DMV office.
Nevada raises vehicle liability insurance minimums effective July
By D. D. Diggs | May 17, 2018
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), in collaboration with the Nevada Division of Insurance and the Nevada Insurance Council, has issued a reminder to motorists regarding an increase in minimum liability insurance coverage for vehicles.
Nevada DMV warns against high fees from unofficial websites
By D. D. Diggs | May 17, 2018
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (NDMV) has issued a warning to residents about the potential for excessive fees when using third-party services or copycat websites.
University collaborates with Sugar Bowl Resort on high-altitude climate monitoring
By J. D. Suayan | Apr 16, 2018
Winds that tear weather gauges from their mountings and blizzards that bury chairlifts characterize the extreme weather at Donner Summit. This area attracts the attention of climatologists, meteorologists, hydrologists, and water supply managers while also being a prime skiing destination.
Nevada Policy Research Institute clarifies misconceptions about state education spending
By D. D. Diggs | Feb 27, 2018
The Nevada Policy Research Institute (NPRI) has released a statement regarding the state's education spending.
Las Vegas police face scrutiny over civil forfeiture transparency
By B. B. Urness | Feb 27, 2018
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department is facing scrutiny over its handling of civil forfeiture records.
Tax cuts offer new opportunities for U.S. small businesses
By D. D. Diggs | Feb 27, 2018
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act has brought significant changes to the U.S. tax system, particularly affecting small businesses.
Nevada DMV ends contract with Tech Mahindra over modernization project
By B. B. Urness | Jan 24, 2018
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has ended its contract with Tech Mahindra, the company tasked with upgrading the department's outdated computer system.
Nevada partners with DHS Blue Campaign for anti-trafficking initiative
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 11, 2018
Las Vegas—Governor Brian Sandoval has announced a collaboration with the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles and the Department of Homeland Security’s Blue Campaign.
University experts explain El Niño and La Niña impacts on Nevada
By J. D. Suayan | Dec 11, 2017
As winter nears, questions arise about Nevada's potential for another wet season, with terms like "El Niño" and "La Niña" coming into focus. To clarify these phenomena and their effects on Nevada's weather, Kerri Jean Ormerod and Stephanie McAfee from the University of Nevada, Reno have released a fact sheet titled "Nevada's Weather and Climate."
Transparency issues complicate Nevada's commerce tax repeal debate
By B. B. Urness | Sep 29, 2017
The Nevada Tax Department is facing criticism for its lack of transparency, which some argue is obstructing the debate over the repeal of the commerce tax.
Sessions revives controversial civil-asset forfeiture policy
By B. B. Urness | Aug 16, 2017
Jeff Sessions, the former Attorney General, has reignited the practice of civil-asset forfeiture.
Report finds minorities targeted by Las Vegas police seizures
By D. D. Diggs | Aug 4, 2017
Minorities in Las Vegas have been disproportionately affected by police seizures, according to a recent report.
Concerns rise over Nevada's renewed asset forfeiture efforts
By B. B. Urness | Aug 3, 2017
Even Nevada's law-abiding citizens should be concerned about the renewed efforts regarding asset forfeiture.
Clark County urged to make collective bargaining public after misconduct scandal
By D. D. Diggs | Aug 3, 2017
Make collective bargaining public to avoid another sexual misconduct scandal at Clark County School District Aug 3 2017 COMMENTARY: Make collective bargaining public to avoid another sexual misconduct scandal at Clark County School District ###
Lessons learned from the challenges faced by Faraday Future
By D. D. Diggs | Jul 17, 2017
5 lessons from the Faraday Future fiasco Faraday Future, a once-promising electric vehicle startup, has faced significant challenges and setbacks.
Clark County School District faces calls for transparency amid misconduct issues
By B. B. Urness | Jun 20, 2017
The Clark County School District (CCSD) is facing a significant challenge with sexual misconduct incidents.
Nevada police body cam law lacks penalties, says Honchariw
By B. B. Urness | May 31, 2017
Nevada's current law on police body cameras lacks specific penalties for non-compliance, according to Daniel Honchariw.
Las Vegas scrutinizes city worker salaries after report
By D. D. Diggs | May 22, 2017
Las Vegas city workers' salaries have come under scrutiny following the release of new figures.