Health board votes to require vaccinations for all prison employees
The Nevada Board of Health voted Friday to require vaccinations for all Department of Corrections employees and workers at state institutions with “vulnerable populations.” Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/nevada/health-board-votes-to-require-vaccinations-for-all-prison-employees-2437542/
Nevada sees biggest 1-day jump in new COVID-19 cases since Jan. 22
The state reported 1,552 new coronavirus cases over the preceding day along with an increase in the two-week daily average from 859 to 876. It also reported...
Nellis Air Force Base marks 9/11 with 20th anniversary ceremony
The Nellis Fire and Emergency Services 9/11 Memorial Ceremony is scheduled to start at 8 a.m. Friday. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/military/nellis-air-force-base-marks-9-11-with-20th-anniversary-ceremony-2437380/
StartUpNV offers new database of startup scene in Las Vegas
StartUpNV launched a platform Thursday in partnership with the city of Las Vegas to offer a list of Las Vegas-based startups with data such as funding rounds...
Nevada high court weighs prosecutor’s role in Senate
Nevada Supreme Court justices heard arguments Thursday on whether prosecutors should be allowed to serve in the state Legislature without violating the constitution. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/nevada/nevada-high-court-weighs-prosecutors-role-in-senate-2436845/
Clark County School Board OKs plan for COVID-19 funding
The Clark County School Board on Thursday approved an initial plan for spending more than $770 million in federal coronavirus relief money over the next three years....
How 9/11 shaped members of law enforcement in Southern Nevada
In the shadow of 9/11, some found a path into law enforcement. Others remained on course, but with a renewed sense of service for their country. Original...
About 40 cases of ‘mu’ coronavirus variant detected in Nevada
This “variant of interest” has a unique mutation that may make it resistant to the protection offered by vaccine and past infection. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/nevada/about-40-cases-of-mu-coronavirus-variant-detected-in-nevada-2436563/
Fights at central Las Vegas high school draw police response
Fisticuffs at Valley High School in Las Vegas prompted a police response and a subsequent e-mail from the school’s principal to parents about problems with pupil behavior....
Biden requiring federal workers to get COVID shot
President Joe Biden on Thursday is toughening COVID-19 vaccine requirements for federal workers and contractors as he aims to boost vaccinations and curb the surging delta variant....