Clark County COVID cases well above average, but hospitalizations drop
The two-week moving average of new cases of the disease rose slightly as hospitalizations declined and test positivity rate and fatalities remained unchanged. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/clark-county/clark-county-covid-cases-well-above-average-but-hospitalizations-drop-2497833/
Sisolak picks assistant US attorney to fill vacant state court seat
Assistant U.S. Attorney Elham “Ellie” Roohani has been named a Nevada State Court judge, Gov. Steve Sisolak announced Wednesday. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/nevada/sisolak-picks-assistant-us-attorney-to-fill-vacant-state-court-seat-2497817/
Sisolak to introduce pick for lieutenant governor
Gov. Steve Sisolak is expected to introduce Lisa Cano Burkhead as his appointee to the vacant lieutenant governor’s post in an announcement in Las Vegas Thursday morning....
Sisolak picks Clark County educator for lieutenant governor
Lisa Cano Burkhead’s appointment by Gov. Steve Sisolak will become official Thursday with events in Las Vegas and Carson City. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/nevada/sisolak-picks-clark-county-educator-for-lieutenant-governor-2497448/
New storm hits California as it mops up, shovels out
California emerged unscathed Wednesday from a massive storm that brought rainfall and mountain snow, as it prepared for another weather system likely to bring much needed relief...
Lawsuit aims to pre-empt CCSD COVID-19 vaccine mandate, end testing
The federal lawsuit filed this week argues that both the vaccination mandate and a requirement that unvaccinated workers be tested for COVID-19 are unconstitutional. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/education/lawsuit-aims-to-pre-empt-ccsd-covid-19-vaccine-mandate-end-testing-2497329/
Las Vegas’ post-Alpine fire inspections could be done by August
City officials have underscored that the program is a major undertaking with limited resources. Thus far, only five of 36 properties have been surveyed. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/las-vegas/las-vegas-post-alpine-fire-inspections-could-be-done-by-august-2497271/
Man arrested in knife attack on Las Vegas Strip restaurant worker
“The attack was unprovoked,” police said, adding the assault involved a “willful, unlawful, and malicious injury will leave a permanent disfiguring scar.” Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/crime/stabbings/man-arrested-in-knife-attack-on-las-vegas-strip-restaurant-worker-2497244/
Nevada bases stand to gain after Senate OKs $768B defense bill
The bipartisan bill passed 88-11 includes funding for weapons, housing and programs at Nevada installations, as well as a 2.7 percent pay hike for members of the...
Nevada, 2 others to sign agreement that will buoy Lake Mead elevation
Three states and the federal government are expected to sign an agreement Wednesday that will slash water usage from Lake Mead over the next two years. Original...









