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Attorney General Ford requests expedited appeal in fake electors case

By Silver State Times | Jul 31, 2024

Carson City, NV – Attorney General Aaron D. Ford has filed a motion with the Nevada Supreme Court requesting expedited consideration of appeals in the "fake electors" cases. The request aims to clarify the path forward for prosecuting these crimes.

Attorney General Ford appeals dismissal of fake electors case to Nevada Supreme Court

By Silver State Times | Jul 27, 2024

Carson City, NV – Attorney General Aaron D. Ford has announced an appeal to the Nevada Supreme Court following Judge Holthus's decision to dismiss the case against six individuals accused of submitting fake elector certificates in the 2020 presidential election.

24 states, including Nevada, part of 'hyper-partisan' voter data group

By Silver State Times | Jul 23, 2024

An analysis by Silver State Times shows Nevada is one of 24 states with a membership with ERIC, a national voter data group accused of "hyper-partisanship."

Ronald McDonald Care Mobile aids children at Smarts & Smiles event

By Silver State Times | Jul 17, 2024

The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile team participated in the 10th annual Smarts & Smiles event from July 8 to July 12, organized in partnership with Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Las Vegas. The event provided free dental and vision screenings and distributed backpacks filled with school supplies to children. A total of 131 children received these services, preparing them for the upcoming school year.

Attorney General Ford receives Thurgood Marshall Justice Award from AAMPGC Network

By Silver State Times | Jul 15, 2024

Carson City, NV – Attorney General Aaron Ford announced today that he has been honored with the Thurgood Marshall Justice Award by the National Bar Association’s African American Managing Partners and General Counsel (AAMPGC) Network. The award recognizes individuals who have prioritized public service throughout their careers.

FDA conducted lowest number of inspections on Veterinary companies in Nevada during Q2

By Silver State Times | Jul 13, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Veterinary company from Nevada in the second quarter of 2024.

Nevada: Biologics companies were the least FDA inspected companies in Nevada in Q2

By Silver State Times | Jul 12, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Biologics company from Nevada in the second quarter of 2024.

FDA Inspection: What type of Nevada companies were under most scrutiny during Q2?

By Silver State Times | Jul 11, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted three inspections at three Food and Cosmetics companies from Nevada in the second quarter of 2024.

Small business optimism rises slightly amid ongoing challenges

By Silver State Times | Jul 9, 2024

Despite some improvements, small business owners across the United States continue to face challenges, according to a recent report on the nation's small business economy.

Nevada Attorney General shares resources after Change Healthcare cyberattack

By Silver State Times | Jul 9, 2024

Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford announced that his Bureau of Consumer Protection is sharing consumer protection reminders and raising awareness about the availability of free credit monitoring and identity theft protection services following Change Healthcare’s February data breach.

Tray Abney discusses business impacts of minimum wage hike on AM 670 Radio

By Silver State Times | Jul 8, 2024

NFIB Nevada State Director Tray Abney participated in a discussion on AM 670 Radio's The Kevin Wall Show, addressing several issues pertinent to small businesses.

Nevada receives $2.5 million grant for expanding school-based medicaid services

By Silver State Times | Jul 8, 2024

Nevada is among 18 states to receive a $2.5 million federal grant to expand Medicaid school health services over three years, potentially impacting over 36,000 Nevada children enrolled in Medicaid. The grant will offer technical assistance and streamline the process for schools to bill Medicaid to expand the program. School health services have a track record for advancing children’s health and improving educational outcomes, according to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), which awarded the grant to Nevada Medicaid.

Analysis: Nevada one of 25 states allowing boys to play girls’ high school sports

By Silver State Times | Jul 6, 2024

As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Silver State Times shows that Nevada is one of 25 states that allow boys to play in girls’ high school sports.

Back to School Dental Care Fair offers free services and supplies

By Silver State Times | Jul 5, 2024

The Smarts & Smiles Back to School Dental Care Fair will take place from Monday, July 8, through Friday, July 12, in Las Vegas. Each child who attends will receive a backpack full of school supplies to prepare for the upcoming school year. Additionally, dental exams and cleanings will be provided aboard the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile at no cost to their families.

Which type of Nevada companies were inspected the most by FDA in Q1?

By Silver State Times | Jul 2, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Veterinary company from Nevada in the first quarter of 2024.

Senate Candidate Brown: 'The cartel will be labeled as a terrorist organization, and we will use the military to take them out'

By Silver State Times | Jul 2, 2024

Captain Sam Brown, a U.S. Senate candidate in Nevada, stated he will work towards designating Mexican drug cartels as foreign terrorist organizations (FTOs) and "use the military to take them out." Brown gave his statement to the Silver State Times on July 1.

Nevada sees inflation increase as of June 2024

By Silver State Times | Jul 1, 2024

As of June 2024, Nevada experienced a 22% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.1% increase.

2022 Public Pension Contributions: Nevada ranks 36th in the U.S.