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Nevada think tank appeals separation of powers ruling

A Nevada think tank is appealing a court decision dismissing a lawsuit brought against a state lawmaker for violating the separation of powers clause in the constitution.

Bill would pave way for driverless car fleets in Nevada

The Governor’s Office of Economic Development has a bill drafted for the 2017 legislative session that will pave the way for autonomous taxicabs, drone cabs and ride-sharing vehicles. Or, as Steve Hill, director of the economic development office, put it: driverless anything.

Conservatives in Nevada, Utah howl over Obama’s national monument declarations

Some Republicans in Congress say they will fight to overturn the designation of Nevada’s Gold Butte and Bears Ears in Utah for federal protection, but President-elect Trump doesn’t have the power to turn back the clock, experts say.

Task force begins weighing overhaul of Nevada’s juvenile justice system

A task force of judges, prosecutors, legislators, youth advocates and juvenile probation officials on Tuesday began considering options to improve Nevada’s juvenile justice system and break a cycle of repeat offenders.

Tallies of abuse-related cases tied to improving Nevada child welfare

Twelve children died from abuse or neglect in Nevada over the last two years, according to a recent legislative auditor’s review. Another nine abused children almost succumbed to their injuries during the same time period.

Another Dem Assembly candidate declared ineligible

Democrat Jesse “Jake” Holder is ineligible to be a candidate in the Assembly District 10 election, Clark County District Judge Michael Villani ruled Wednesday.