Nevada

Police and Law Enforcement 1 day ago

Wrong-way driver in crash that killed Vegas police officer was in US illegally: ICE

A Mexican citizen who was in the U.S. illegally hit and killed an off-duty Las Vegas police officer in a car crash nearly two weeks ago, ICE said.

Texas December 15

Texas man gets 100 years for interstate shooting spree that killed one, injured others

A Las Vegas judge sentenced a Texas man to 100 years in prison for his role in a two-state shooting on Thanksgiving 2020, which included killing a man in Nevada.

Las Vegas December 11

Las Vegas man who jumped a desk to attack judge in courtroom sentenced to at least 26 years in prison

A Las Vegas man who was seen on video jumping over a courtroom bench and desk and attacking a judge was sentenced to at least 26 years behind bars.

Nevada December 5

Nevada Dems say 'working-class' states need to be prioritized in 2028 primary schedule

The Nevada Democratic Party is imploring its national party leaders to focus more on "diverse, working-class states" when it considers how to "rebuild" after this year's election.

NCAA November 27

Nevada gov speaks out against trans athletes in women's sports ahead of controversial volleyball tournament

Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo condemned the notion of trans athletes competing against women ahead of a controversial volleyball tournament that will feature a trans player.

Crime November 15

Computer programmer convicted for role in Nevada-based illegal streaming service, one of largest in US: DOJ

Nevada jurors convicted a computer programmer for his alleged role in operating a large-scale illegal television streaming service, authorities said.

Politics November 9

President-elect Trump wins Nevada, pushing his victory margin over Kamala Harris

The Associated Press has called the presidential race in the state of Nevada for President-elect Trump, awarding him six more electoral votes over Vice President Harris.

Politics November 9

Incumbent Dem Jacky Rosen holds onto Senate seat in battleground Nevada

Incumbent Sen. Jacky Rosen, a Democrat, held onto her Senate seat despite facing a significant challenge in swing state Nevada.

Senate November 8

Senate races in Arizona, Nevada still not called; Democrats hold slim leads

Ballots are still being counted in Arizona and Nevada, leaving the Senate race results in those western states in limbo as voters wait to learn how big the Republican majority will be.

Elections November 7

Moderate Republicans buck Cheney, throw support behind Trump

A movement among moderate Republicans to throw their support behind Vice President Harris didn't work with similarly minded voters, who broke for President-elect Trump.