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A new study shows climate change is melting glaciers and permafrost in the Mountain West. Researchers say this can trigger the production of toxic mercury in mountain wetlands, posing risks to water supplies and wildlife.
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We are honored to announce one more way our community can protect KUNR’s future: A $50,000 challenge grant thanks to the generosity of the Greg Nelson Trust. That means over the next few weeks, you can double any gift made to KUNR Public Radio or KNCJ Nevada Classical and Jazz until we raise $50,000!
Recent News
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Nevada lawmakers concluded their business around 8 p.m. on Tuesday in Carson City after meeting another major deadline and passing suicide prevention, price gouging, and sex education legislation. It was the final day for bills to pass out of their first house of origin. -
A Native American law group has launched a free online resource to help tribal nations obtain legal information about their water rights. This comes at a time when tribes face increasing water challenges. -
New research shows that job growth in our region has been faster in areas with serious wildfire danger, a trend that raises the prospect of serious economic fallout from major blazes. -
Drought this spring has increased significantly across our region, with some states already hitting the highest levels. -
The wheels on the bus go round and round as a group of seniors made their way to Carson City on Thursday to lobby state legislators. KUNR’s Lucia Starbuck hitched a ride. -
Secretary Doug Burgum’s order grants that DOGE official oversight over the department's consolidation process, including control over funding, policy and personnel decisions. -
Reno has over 200 kids in need of a bed, SHP aims to fulfill that need.
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En Español
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En 2024, KUNR colaboró con StoryCorps en el programa de conversación One Small Step. Aprenda más sobre los aspectos más destacados del programa y los eventos comunitarios. -
Antonio Solorio y Leslie Mix son residentes del norte de Nevada que participaron en el programa de conversación “Un pequeño paso adelante”. Escuche un fragmento de su conversación. -
En este episodio, informamos acerca de un programa federal que le otorga financiación a dueños de hogar para instalar paneles solares.
Nevada State Government
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Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo has asked for a total of $60 million to support health care providers in underserved areas in his health bill. -
Nevada lawmakers are considering a bill that would make it easier for immigrant doctors to care for patients in the state. -
El fiscal general de Nevada se ha unido a otros 11 estados en una demanda para frenar al presidente Trump y a su administración en su intento de imponer aranceles sin la aprobación del Congreso.
Lake Tahoe
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The recent approval of the Martis Valley West development near Lake Tahoe has brought up concerns about how these types of construction projects are… -
President Obama says the extraordinary efforts that have been put into healing Lake Tahoe over the past two decades prove it is possible to pass on the… -
Environmentalists are hoping the 20th anniversary of the Tahoe summit, and a visit by President Obama, will renew the spotlight on conservation efforts at…
On Sunday, June 8 at 11:00 a.m., the reNEW String Quartet will bring a diverse and fascinating program to the University of Nevada, Reno's Harlan O. & Barbara R. Hall Recital Hall.
Purple Politics Nevada with Lucia Starbuck follows Nevada politics and the 2025 state legislative session. Tune in on the third Friday of each month at 7:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m., as well as the following Sunday at 4 p.m.
Mountain West News
Este resumen de las noticias de la semana se emite en la radio todos los viernes a las 6:45 a.m. y a las 5:44 p.m. y domingos a las 3:01 p.m. en 88.7 FM en el área de Reno. Haga clic aquí para aprender más y escuchar el episodio más reciente.
Join us on Fridays at 6:45 a.m. and 5:44 p.m. and Sundays at 3:01 p.m. for a recap of the week's most important news stories in Spanish. Tune in to 88.7 FM in the Reno area, or click here to learn more and listen to the latest episode.
Join us on Fridays at 6:45 a.m. and 5:44 p.m. and Sundays at 3:01 p.m. for a recap of the week's most important news stories in Spanish. Tune in to 88.7 FM in the Reno area, or click here to learn more and listen to the latest episode.
NPR News
Monthly, live jazz concerts at Reno Little Theater. Presented by KNCJ 89.5, KUNR and For the Love of Jazz.
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