A local news stream from the KUNR Public Radio newsroom and regional partners.
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Despite postponing a planned rally at a casino due to the Davis Fire in Reno, Democratic vice presidential candidate Gov. Tim Walz made two stops on Monday afternoon.Lucia Starbuck
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The Great Reno Balloon Race takes flight through Sunday. This year’s theme is Women in Aviation. KUNR’s Lucia Starbuck flew with a local pilot to learn what that means to her.Lucia Starbuck
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Decades of drought and overpumping are draining groundwater tables across the West. Now, some states are buying farmers’ water rights to free up supplies – and plenty of farmers are ready to sell.Kaleb Roedel
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The race for lithium is heating up in Nevada. There are more than 80 lithium projects proposed for the state's public lands, but our arid environment comes with limitations.Sydney Peerman
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Conservation groups say they intend to sue the federal government if it doesn’t take steps to protect the world’s smallest rabbit, which is found across the Mountain West.Kaleb Roedel
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Construction of a new school in a remote Nevada tribal community is on hold after failing to get any bids.Bert Johnson
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The Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe will use $17 million to strengthen parts of the lower Truckee River bank along with other flood mitigation projects. The money is from an agreement with the Truckee River Flood Management Authority.Lucia Starbuck
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In recent years, vinyl records have become the biggest selling format of physical media, and Gen Z has been a force in boosting their popularity. In Reno, one store is seeing the impact these young people are having.Nick Stewart
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A small freshwater fish may be listed under the Endangered Species Act, according to a proposal submitted on Aug. 7 by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS). The FWS is seeking public comment to determine its protection status.Sydney Peerman
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Secretary Buttigieg: U.S. cities need transportation infrastructure resilient to climate change
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Climate change is putting pressure on trails, bridges and roads across the West. The Mountain West News Bureau spoke this week with U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg about federal efforts to help address the issue.Kaleb Roedel
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A 650-acre wildfire along eastbound Interstate 80 near the California-Nevada border remains uncontained as of Monday afternoon, according to fire officials.Maria Palma
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Nighttime temperatures are rising more rapidly than daytime temperatures — Nevadans are feeling the heat more than most.Lucia Starbuck
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What does Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris’ selected running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, mean for Nevadans?Lucia Starbuck
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Nevada Secretary of State Cisco Aguilar is taking action after the Washoe County Commission initially voted against certifying recount election results. Although it’s now resolved, he wants clarity for the future. KUNR’s Lucia Starbuck spoke with him last week to learn more.Lucia Starbuck
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Tahoe Regional Planning Agency runs several projects to combat invasive species threatening the lake
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The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency has several projects in place to manage invasive species in Lake Tahoe. These species can disrupt the natural ecosystems and diminish lake clarity.Sydney Peerman
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With Kamala Harris as the presumptive Democratic nominee for the presidential race, young Democrats are feeling energized again – and there’s one factor that has really made an impact.Nick Stewart
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Last month, Washoe County commissioners temporarily refused to certify an election recount. Experts say their vote was the result of almost four years of election denialism.Bert Johnson
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Cortez Masto, Rounds introduce bill to help tribal law enforcement access electronic evidence
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On July 30, U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) introduced the bipartisan Tribal Access to Electronic Evidence Act. The legislation will make it easier for tribal law enforcement to access electronic evidence.Maria Palma
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A new Peruvian restaurant is Reno Public Market’s latest addition. Meet the family behind the restaurant.Maria Palma
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A few thousand people rallied in Reno on Tuesday in support of JD Vance, former President Donald Trump’s vice presidential pick.Lucia Starbuck
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