Summerlin nursing home says it’s not liable in COVID death lawsuits
The Heights of Summerlin is arguing that a longstanding law guarantees it the same liability protections as companies like vaccine manufacturers. 30 residents died from COVID-19. Original...
Trustees to reconsider Superintendent Jesus Jara’s termination
Clark County School Board trustees will vote again on the fate of Superintendent Jesus Jara after a board member said she regrets her vote last month to...
GOP candidates make pitches to Republican Jewish Coalition
Speeches came at the group’s annual meeting, held Saturday at The Venetian. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/gop-candidates-make-pitches-to-republican-jewish-coalition-2473219/
8 dead after crowd surge at Travis Scott show at Astroworld
Officials in Texas say at least eight people are dead and several others injured in a crowd surge at the Astroworld Festival. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/music/8-dead-after-crowd-surge-at-travis-scott-show-at-astroworld-2473150/
Biden’s infrastructure bill approved by House, Democrats end deadlock
The House approved a $1 trillion package of road and other infrastructure projects late Friday after Democrats resolved a months-long standoff between progressives and moderates. Original article:...
City of Las Vegas’ proposed charter school denied
Nevada’s charter school authority voted unanimously Friday to reject the city of Las Vegas’ proposed new school, saying the application didn’t meet state requirements. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/education/city-of-las-vegas-proposed-charter-school-denied-2472844/
Jara outlines allegations against CCSD board president in email
Before his contract was terminated, Superintendent Jesus Jara alleged Linda Cavazos contacted his chief of staff via “confidential” text to encourage him to stay in the school...
Las Vegas parks director quits under pressure
Greg Weitzel faced a decision to either step down or be fired. It’s unclear if workplace investigations played a role. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/las-vegas/las-vegas-parks-director-quits-under-pressure-2472817/
NSHE board leaders to temporarily step down during investigation
The Nevada System of Higher Education’s Board of Regents will hold a special meeting Nov. 12 to choose two new board officers. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/education/nshe-board-leaders-to-temporarily-step-down-during-investigation-2472786/
Clark County COVID-19 numbers finish week with another increase
New cases were well above the 14-day moving average, which increased by four to 328. Deaths were more than three times the moving average, which held steady...