COVID-19’s latest variant is on the loose, but local experts think vaccines can mitigate its spread and severity.
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Gov. Joe Lombardo signed a bipartisan bill to repeal COVID-era health regulations.
Expect to pay out-of-pocket for over-the-counter COVID-19 tests, for a start.
Already at pandemic lows, COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations dipped this week.
Given that the population of Nevada is relatively young, the state “should have done better,” said one health expert.
A coronavirus outbreak is closing California’s Capitol and forcing the Assembly to put off its return to work as infection and hospitalization rates soar across the state.
McCarran International Airport has changed its baggage claim operations to enhance the social distancing protocols at the airport.
Gov. Steve Sisolak is not ruling out possible tax increases during a special legislative session as a way to address a budget hole that is projected to exceed $1.2 billion.
“The failure to wear your mask at work will be grounds for termination,” an internal message from Caesars CEO Tony Rodio reads.
Laughlin residents may get tested for the coronavirus on a first-come, first-served basis Thursday at Laughlin Junior/Senior High School, according to Clark County.
A statement from management says a friend of a restaurant employee tested positive; some holiday weekend patrons resisted social distancing.
Clark County School District trustees continue their discussion of the proposed schools reopening plan at a special board meeting.
He took a nasal swab test on June 30 which came back negative, but then had another saliva test that came back positive Sunday.
For those looking for a sustainable and stylish alternative to the pale blue disposable mask, here are seven Las Vegas retailers and seamstresses who are selling unique and handmade masks locally.
Chef Dan Krohmer says, “It’s scary how little information we’re getting from any health department or any government (agencies).”
Nevada’s Occupational Safety and Health Administation has conducted nearly 1,000 field observations since June 26 and determined high levels of noncompliance.
Smith Center President Myron Martin says, “The whole experience was very emotional to me, because it is so, so perfect, in every way.”
New figures posted Monday pushed the case total for the county to 18,818, while fatalities from the disease caused by the new coronavirus were unchanged at 439.
Former regulators and industry analysts weigh in on whether Nevada has done the best job of preparing for and responding to virus health and safety procedures in casinos.