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Power to the public: Click here to start a $20 monthly donation today ➡️
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KUNR 2026 Election Coverage
Midterm races you aren’t hearing about
From governors' mansions to statehouses to local ballot initiatives, voters will make their voices heard. Stream this recent episode of 1A for more.
‘Nobody wants a federal agent at a polling location:’ Aguilar says ahead of Election Day
Secretary of State Francisco Aguilar cited Nevada as having the second-most secure elections and being prepared for federal interference.
State and local election officials urge Nevadans to vote, call Trump Administration attempts to interfere a ‘distraction’
Recent polling shows a majority of voters are worried about election interference. But public officials say the process will be open and fair.
Recent News
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An electric hydrofoil ferry could one day offer a new way to travel between Lake Tahoe’s north and south shores.Fly Tahoe, the company proposing the service, envisions a fleet of electric ferries that could carry tourists and commuters across the lake. The proposal remains in the early stages, with testing, permitting and transportation connections still to be determined. -
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The University of Wyoming grew hefty, 9-inch-long carrots when it added coal char to the soil. Researchers say this could be another market for the declining coal industry. -
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Ghost stories have lasted for generations in Nevada, but why do they stick around?
Join KNCJ for quarterly concerts and conversation at Hall Recital Hall on the UNR campus.
Mountain West News
Monthly, live jazz concerts at Reno Little Theater. Presented by KNCJ 89.5, KUNR and For the Love of Jazz.
As heard on KUNR FM
Arts on the Airwaves
Tune in with host Chris Morrison on Mondays for a glimpse into Northern Nevada's vibrant artistic community, highlighting upcoming events.
Al Aire con KUNR
Escucha Al Aire los viernes y domingos con la reportera María Palma, quien comparte un resumen de las noticias de la semana.
Purple Politics Nevada
Join host Lucia Starbuck monthly, featuring voices driving the 2026 election. Stream the latest episodes now.
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En Español
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Una encuesta reciente muestra que la mayoría de los votantes está preocupada por la interferencia electoral. Sin embargo, las autoridades aseguran que el proceso será transparente y justo. -
Para Rose Barber, lograr que los jóvenes se involucren en la política comienza por hacerles sentir que tienen un espacio en ella. -
La pregunta 1 de la boleta electoral del condado de Washoe plantea a los votantes si los propietarios de vehículos eléctricos e híbridos deberían pagar una tarifa anual para ayudar a compensar la pérdida de ingresos provenientes del impuesto a la gasolina. Si se aprueba, la propuesta, que no es vinculante, se presentará como proyecto de ley durante la sesión legislativa estatal de 2027.
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