Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nev., has initiated a formal congressional process that could award Nevada its fifth national monument.
Alan Halaly
Alan Halaly started covering water and environmental issues at the Las Vegas Review-Journal in January 2024. He hails from Florida, where he served as editor-in-chief of the University of Florida’s student-run newspaper, The Independent Florida Alligator. His work has been recognized by the Hearst Journalism Awards, the Online News Association and the Society of Environmental Journalists. Throughout his career, he has reported across many beats for the Miami Herald, NPR-affiliate WUFT, The Daily Beast and the Miami New Times.
During Las Vegas’ record-breaking summer, the Clark County coroner’s office released data about heat-related deaths so far this year.
As the nation’s driest state debates how to mine lithium, three techniques emerge with their own pitfalls.
Lake Mead and Lake Powell may be out of luck as water managers gear up for a dryer La Niña year.
The Southern Nevada Water Authority is hoping to call attention to its cash-for-grass rebate program, as well as drip irrigation.
An Amargosa Valley mine may expand, and new mineral claims have taken environmentalists by surprise as federal officials consider a ban near Ash Meadows.
Reps. Dina Titus and Susie Lee, D-Nev., oversaw amendments to boost funds for the Las Vegas Wash and Laughlin’s water infrastructure.
Extreme heat isn’t felt equally across Nevada. Some of Las Vegas’ urban neighborhoods feel the heat more intensely, according to research and mapping.
The Mirage confirmed that the plan is to move George to Gilcrease Nature Sanctuary, with the support of wildlife officials.
As The Mirage closes on Wednesday, a band of Las Vegas residents on social media worry for the future of one particular mallard on the property.
Rep. Susie Lee and others touted the Environmental Protection Agency solar grant, which officials said could help 20,000 Nevadans lower their energy bills.
At the South Point Casino in Las Vegas, wild horse trainers from near and far vied for a $50,000 grand prize.
Southern Nevada is experiencing temperatures that have never been recorded. Here’s a look at why — and what can be done.
Since 2002, water storage across the West’s Great Basin has decreased rapidly, according to a new study using NASA satellites.
Fines can range from $40 to $5,000, according to the Southern Nevada Water Authority.
