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.
The coronavirus outbreak brought Nevada’s economy to its knees. Now North Las Vegas is bracing for a $64 million revenue shortfall through the end of the next fiscal year.
The map, created by North Las Vegas, shows which restaurants are open, as well as whether the businesses provide delivery, curbside service or have a drive-thru.
The city contributed $200,000 to a nonprofit to buy Chromebooks for Henderson students so they can receive an education during the coronavirus pandemic.
Scores of cars filled an International Church of Las Vegas parking lot Sunday morning to celebrate Easter with a drive-in church service playing on the radio.
Ward 2 Councilwoman Victoria Seaman and a group of faith leaders spoke out against a directive that bans the gathering of 10 or more people at places of worship.
Businesses that sell alcohol will be able to deliver to Henderson homes while nonessential businesses or closed or for the next 30 days, whichever comes first.
The City Council unanimously approved an ordinance that will allow the city to levy civil or criminal penalties against those who violate emergency directives.
The council will meet Wednesday to consider an ordinance that would allow for penalties against people who violate emergency orders issued by the governor or city manager.
North Las Vegas is heading back to the bargaining table with Teamsters Local 14 after the sudden spread of the coronavirus has left the city facing financial uncertainty.
In an email to city staff on Wednesday night, North Las Vegas City Manager Ryann Juden announced an officer had tested positive for the virus.
Henderson announced Wednesday it is extending event cancellations and closures. The move came after Gov. Steve Sisolak issued a stay-at-home order.