FDA approves emergency use of 1st COVID-19 vaccine in US
The U.S. gave the final go-ahead Friday to the nation’s first COVID-19 vaccine, marking what could be the beginning of the end of an outbreak that has...
Who’s first — and last — to get the COVID-19 vaccine in Nevada?
Nevada has a priority system for giving the shots to stop the disease caused by the new coronavirus. Your “tier” will determine when you get yours. Original...
FDA chief denies White House threatened to fire him
U.S. Food and Drug Administration chief Steve Hahn denied widespread media reports that White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows threatened to fire him if the agency...
Miller’s lead over Anthony increases after recount
The county said Friday that 74 additional votes were tallied in the recount and officials were reviewing documentation for an explanation. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/clark-county/millers-lead-over-anthony-increases-after-recount-2214268/
Supreme Court rejects lawsuit to overturn presidential election
The Supreme Court on Friday rejected a lawsuit backed by President Donald Trump to overturn Joe Biden’s election victory. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/supreme-court-rejects-lawsuit-to-overturn-presidential-election-2214257/
Senate overwhelmingly passes defense bill
The U.S. Senate on Friday overwhelmingly passed a defense bill with more than enough votes to override a veto threatened by President Trump. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/senate-overwhelmingly-passes-defense-bill-2214144/
Nevada charter school overseer allows in-person teaching to continue
Despite rising COVID-19 case rates, the Nevada State Public Charter School Authority will continue allowing some in-person classes in counties with elevated virus transmission. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/education/nevada-charter-school-overseer-allows-in-person-teaching-to-continue-2214106/
Nevada panel to hear testimony on ethics charges against judge
The Nevada Commission on Judicial Discipline is set to hear testimony regarding a Las Vegas judge accused of improperly inserting herself in a murder investigation. Original article:...
Employment agency sees 635% weekly spike for new PUA claims
The agency said it is investigating the sharp increase in new claims for Pandemic Unemployment Assistance and to see if there are any potential trends. Original article:...
Nevada now leads nation in COVID-19 hospitalizations per capita
Nevada on Friday reported 1,691 new coronavirus cases and 45 additional deaths, according to the Department of Health and Human Services. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/nevada/nevada-now-leads-nation-in-covid-19-hospitalizations-per-capita-2213899/