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Every Tuesday evening, Family Soup Mutual Aid sets up at the Believe Plaza to distribute supplies. However, due to Rollin’ Reno, the group has less room to work.
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In an unprecedented move, the U.S. House voted to defund the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.
This action rescinds $1.1 billion in federal funding that had already been approved by Congress and committed to more than 1,500 public media stations across the country, including KUNR Public Radio.
This is a critical moment for public media, including right here in Northern Nevada and the Eastern Sierra region.
This action rescinds $1.1 billion in federal funding that had already been approved by Congress and committed to more than 1,500 public media stations across the country, including KUNR Public Radio.
This is a critical moment for public media, including right here in Northern Nevada and the Eastern Sierra region.
Recent News
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The Boys and Girls club of Truckee Meadows is happy to announce their new food truck, serving fresh out-the-oven pizza. It's designed for all teens to gain real work experience in a safe and supportive environment. -
Washoe County Library System responds to Governor Joe Lombardo's veto of two bills aimed at protecting libraries and staff. -
The Reno-Sparks Indian Colony is mourning the death of its longtime, former chairman, Arlan Melendez. -
After a year of planning and four months of construction, Nevada Humane Society’s lobby renovation is complete. CEO Jerleen Bryant says the Humane Society wants the community to feel a difference the moment they walk in. -
Nevada passed two new laws to combat extreme heat and wildfire smoke, requiring local plans to protect residents and outdoor workers starting in 2026.
En Español
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Mientras más y más personas se enfrentan a la inseguridad alimentaria, el Banco de Alimentos del Norte de Nevada espera luchar contra el hambre con su programa de Kids Cafe Summer Meal. Se reparten comidas gratis hasta el 2 de agosto. -
La 83.ª sesión ordinaria de la Legislatura de Nevada concluyó poco después de las 12:30 a.m. del martes, cuando los legisladores se levantaron oficialmente de sus escaños. -
A menos de una semana del cierre legislativo, los legisladores de Nevada debaten un nuevo proyecto de ley que permitiría a los votantes no afiliados participar en elecciones primarias partidistas. Sin embargo, algunos críticos opinan que la medida se queda corta. -
En este episodio de Al Aire con KUNR, la reportera Maria Palma informa acerca de dos proyectos de ley que fueron rechazados por el Gobernador Lombardo. -
En este episodio de Al Aire con KUNR, la reportera Maria Palma informa acerca del fin de la sesión Legislativa de Nevada de 2025, algas tóxicas en el Lago Tahoe y más.
Nevada State Government
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Family caregivers of minors with disabilities or chronic illnesses could start receiving reimbursement from Medicaid in Nevada. -
New interstate licensing agreements will enable health care providers to begin caring for patients sooner when they move to Nevada. -
Organizations serving Nevada youth will be able to apply for outdoor education grants starting in August. Lawmakers just extended the program for a second round.
Lake Tahoe
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Wildfire season is just around the corner in the Lake Tahoe Basin. And for many mountain communities, preparing for fire has become a year-round effort. In Meyers, on the south shore of Tahoe, residents are teaming up to make their neighborhoods safer. -
In the Tahoe Truckee region, it’s not always easy for young people to build a life and career close to home. An effort, now in its third year, is aiming to make it easier. -
It’s summer in Lake Tahoe, and as recreational activity increases, so does the risk of algae.
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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