Commissioners voted 5-0 Tuesday night to appoint the former Las Vegas councilwoman justice of the peace, which in smaller counties in Nevada does not require a law degree.
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Luqris Thompson was falsely arrested and convicted of robbery in 2007.
Both Democrat and Republican campaigns are holding “Get Out the Vote” events encouraging people to participate in the midterms.
NDOC Director Charles Daniels allegedly berated staff in meetings following two suicides by inmates this month, according to a letter sent to Gov. Steve Sisolak by prison medical and mental health staff.
Dr. Michael Minev submitted his resignation on Sept. 13, officials said. The resignation comes less than a week after two inmates died by suicide at High Desert State Prison.
There are currently 83 missing children in Nevada, according to advocacy groups. Around this time last year, 58 children were reported missing.
The Nevada Department of Taxation on Tuesday warned residents about a fraudulent notice received by taxpayers.