North Las Vegas promotes 2, adds 1 to its staff
North Las Vegas has announced a third assistant city manager, an official chief of staff and a community service and engagement director. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/north-las-vegas-promotes-2-adds-1-to-its-staff-2887587/
Lithium-ion batteries causing fires, dangers on freeways, sparking calls for safety improvements
How dangerous are these batteries really? And should you be scared of your e-bike, vape pen or electric car? Here is what you need to know. Original...
Judge rejects ballot initiative to codify abortion rights in Nevada constitution
Judge James Russell ruled the initiative petition contained multiple subjects and an unfunded mandate. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/crime/courts/judge-rejects-ballot-initiative-to-codify-abortion-rights-in-nevada-constitution-2945007/
County Special Public Defender retires after investigation into anti-police culture
JoNell Thomas retired after a county human resource investigation found she failed to address bullying and harassment in the office. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/investigations/county-special-public-defender-retires-after-investigation-into-anti-police-culture-3020923/
Ukraine: Heavy Russian shelling kills 5 civilians, wounds 18
Renewed Russian artillery barrages across Ukraine killed at least five civilians and wounded another 18 in the past day, the office of Ukraine’s president reported Wednesday. Original...
Death Valley getting federal money to repair storm damage
Death Valley and other parks are getting over $4.5 million of funds from the U.S. Department of Transportation to repair damage from Tropical Storm Hilary. Original article:...
Yemen’s Houthis tell China, Russia their ships won’t be targeted
The Houthis have told China and Russia their ships can sail through the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden without being attacked, according to people with knowledge...
Nevada moves forward with low-cost drug program
Nevada is joining a consortium with Washington and Oregon to purchase prescription drugs at lower prices. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/nevada/nevada-moves-forward-with-low-cost-drug-program-2536997/
Israel working on preparations for Rafah invasion
Israel says it plans to attack Rafah eventually to root out Hamas terrorists. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/nation-and-world/israel-working-on-preparations-for-rafah-invasion-3034402/
Senate unanimously passes Sunshine Protection Act
The bipartisan bill would ensure that Americans would no longer have to change their clocks twice a year. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/nation-and-world/senate-unanimously-passes-sunshine-protection-act-2545981/