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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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In recent months, the U.S. Senate Budget Committee and the Federal Insurance Office have each released detailed data on insurance premiums, non-renewals and other key metrics. The advocacy groups Public Citizen and The Revolving Door Project brought that data to life with interactive maps. -
Economic and environmental challenges could complicate the Trump administration’s proposal to create housing on public lands. A new analysis supports the idea, but says it is unlikely to solve the affordable housing crisis by itself. -
Nestled among the pines of Incline Village, the Classical Tahoe Festival is back this summer, bringing world-class symphonic music to Lake Tahoe. -
A new maternal health program launching this summer in Reno aims to support pregnant women suffering from substance use. -
An amendment introduced late in the evening includes over 10,000 acres in Utah and identifies nearly 450,000 acres in four Nevada counties for sale or exchange. -
Four Mountain West states join preliminary injunction to stop Trump’s proposed election rule changesNevada Attorney General Aaron Ford cited “the rule of law” in a recent speech talking about how several states have taken legal action against changes they say would put unfair burdens on voters to prove citizenship or on how states count votes. -
Nevada lawmakers are discussing nearly 10 bills aimed at reforming prior authorization requests for medical care through quicker response times and AI regulations.
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En Español
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Para los jugadores de béisbol latinoamericanos de los Reno Aces, mudarse a Estados Unidos conlleva sus dificultades. Sin embargo, estos jugadores se sienten bien acogidos por la comunidad de béisbol. -
Los estudiantes de inglés en el Distrito Escolar del Condado de Washoe obtienen resultados peor que los estudiantes que son hablantes nativos de inglés en casi todos las medidas. -
Obra de teatro bilingüe pretende educar sobre las luchas de los miembros de la comunidad LGBTQ+ latina.
Nevada State Government
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Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo is proposing $200 million for attainable housing, including mortgage or rental assistance and eviction help, during the 2025 legislative session. -
On Wednesday, Reno officials will decide whether to reverse a 14-year-old policy that was supposed to incentivize redevelopment. -
Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto warned Nevada lawmakers that proposed federal Medicaid cuts could strain the state’s budget, health care system, and working families.
Lake Tahoe
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A major expansion at Incline High School is now complete. The new, three-story building is packed with modern features designed to enhance learning, safety, and student engagement. -
The City of South Lake Tahoe is launching a major round of improvements. Over $120 million will go toward 39 capital projects starting this summer. -
A major road project has started in Stateline. The Kahle Drive Complete Streets Project will improve safety, water quality, and access to nature.
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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