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Vegas hosts the Super Bowl, a new program offers pre-K on wheels and reporter Sean Golonka gives a fond farewell.   Host... more

Highlights from a community listening event put on by The Nevada Independent and Vegas PBS.   On this episode of IndyMatters, host... more

What early voting numbers tell us about the primary and caucus, and pushback as the Clark County superintendent seeks a... more

A crashed spy plane in Nevada’s desert offers insight into the state’s history of military aviation testing and the UFO... more

The Super Bowl will be in Las Vegas in February. What does that mean for the city, tourism, traffic and... more

A profile on the analyst who has influenced Nevada’s biggest tax policies of the past two decades and a story... more

A breakdown of caucuses vs. primaries in Nevada and all the information you need to know to participate. This week, host... more

What new laws are on the books and what big news should Nevadans look out for in 2024? This week, host... more

Reporters at The Indy reminisce about their favorite stories that they reported on this year, and we say a farewell... more

Follow along as IndyMatters takes a deep dive into physician-assisted death. It’s an issue that has a long history in... more

A geyser is reemerging in south Reno, and a look at what we might expect from this winter. This week, host... more

A public art project about water, a discussion about the Nevada Democracy Project and a chat about GivingTuesday. This week, host... more

Happy Thanksgiving from the IndyMatters team. In today’s episode, learn about how hunger is affecting our state this holiday, and... more

The pros and cons of bringing one of Europe's most popular motorsports to Sin City. This week, hosts Joey Lovato and... more

A celebration of IndyMatters after 300 episodes, some big news from Editor Elizabeth Thompson and a discussion about the state... more

A journey through Carson City’s past and a visit to some haunted places, followed by a history of Nevada’s (almost)... more

Catching up on House speaker chaos in D.C., learning about a furry friend in Nevada’s waterways, and a cyberattack on... more

An interview with outgoing Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman and a recap of the annular solar eclipse that passed over... more

A recap of IndyFest 2023, The Nevada Independent’s annual conference focusing on politics and policy issues in and around Nevada. This... more

The Indy celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month by profiling two Latino-owned businesses in Nevada and their impact on their communities.   This week,... more

The Indy goes to Fallon for the annual Cantaloupe Festival, hosts a live event on the plight of local news... more

MGM faces fallout after a major cyberattack, Republicans change messaging around vote-by-mail, and CCSD faces off with teachers union. This week,... more

What happens after Burning Man, Republicans face confusion before the primary/caucus and a quick news round-up. This week, host Joey Lovato... more

An update on the A’s coming to Las Vegas, the effects of nuclear testing on “downwinders,” and a new elections... more

Hurricane Hilary’s effect on Nevada, Las Vegas’ manufacturing industry problem and The Indy’s new education newsletter. This week, hosts Joey Lovato... more

How a 1990 campaign keeps abortion legal today in Nevada, challenges to expanding record sealing for low-level convictions after a... more

How the federal government sells off public lands, North Las Vegas uses AI to help translate during meetings, and Gov.... more

Host Joey Lovato sits down with fellow reporters, the attorney general, public defenders and harm reduction advocates to recap how... more

Host Alex Couraud and co-host Joey Lovato report on the psychedelic drug psilocybin in Nevada, taking listeners on a journey... more

Foster care faces a shortage of homes in rural Nevada, The Indy analyzes the success rate of legislators' bills for... more

The CCEA and CCSD face an impasse in contract negotiations, data sheds light on voter turnout in Nevada and libraries... more

The struggle to find a new higher ed chancellor, Sam Brown announces his run for Senate and Trump visits Las... more

Indy staff participates in a lively debate between Northern and Southern Nevada, and one team member debates with the fine... more

The Indy explores the experiences of LGBTQ+ community members who live in rural Nevada, focusing on how smaller, rural places... more

The Indy’s legislative team goes over the entire 82nd session of the Legislature, from education to criminal justice, the budget... more

The regular legislative session wrapped up, but now a second special session is underway. Learn about the action in Carson... more

The 82nd session of the Nevada Legislature has wrapped up, but there are still a few things left to do,... more

Legislative reporters discuss the final days of the session, reporter Daniel Rothberg talks about protecting workers in extreme heat and... more

Part two of a deep dive into the fentanyl crisis in Nevada: looking at the harm, effects and proposed solutions... more

A deep dive into the fentanyl crisis in Nevada: looking at the harm, effects and proposed solutions to the crisis. This... more

The Indy puts out a poll, a possible train connecting Las Vegas and LA, and an overview of the economic... more

An overview of the 95-page education omnibus bill, a discussion on sundown sirens and a chat about the Oakland (Las... more

Rolling back restorative justice measures in schools, the governor looks to veto a bill to expand the North Las Vegas... more

A discussion on abortion and contraception access in Nevada, heavy snows bring possible flooding, and the next legislative bill deadline... more

Rosen announced her campaign for reelection, lotteries may enter the Nevada market, legislators look to pass gun control bills and... more

A feature episode exploring the structure of Nevada politics and where it all takes place. This week, host Joey Lovato and... more

IndyTalks highlights and the second attempt at a bill deadline at the Legislature. This week, hosts Joey Lovato and Jacob Solis... more

Digitizing water records, higher ed employees miss out on state bonuses, legislative accessibility and the deadline day delayed. This week, hosts... more

A nursing shortage in Nevada, the president takes aim at resort fees, a bill to protect people experiencing homelessness and... more

Internal Democratic Party strife, COVID relief dollars for K-12 education, Tesla gets more tax breaks and a roundup of legislative... more

What happens when a clown retires? Often, they move to Las Vegas. This week, host Joey Lovato and freelance reporter Savanna... more

A pilot program that lets state employees bring their babies to work, a collaboration between state libraries and parks, and... more

A glimpse into the Cowboy Poetry Gathering in Elko, an effort to better the environment for antelope and an update... more

Interviews with former Assemblywoman Maggie Carlton and Attorney General Aaron Ford, plus audio scenes from the Legislature. This week, CEO Jon... more

Gov. Joe Lombardo sits down with NV Indy CEO Jon Ralston for an evening of questions and answers. This week, The... more

Gov. Joe Lombardo gives his 2023 State of the State address, and snowplow drivers help keep roads clear in Northern... more

The transition of power from former Gov. Steve Sisolak to Gov. Joe Lombardo, a food pantry in Southern Nevada trying... more

Snow in Northern Nevada, new laws taking effect and plants in the Downtown Reno Library. This week, host Joey Lovato sits... more

This week we are rewinding to share some of our favorite podcast stories from the past year. We start with... more

This week we are rewinding to share some of our favorite podcast stories from the past year. We start with... more

This week we are rewinding to share some of our favorite podcast stories from the past year. We start with... more

To wrap up the year, some reporters on Team Indy go over their favorite stories from 2022 and what they... more

Nevada’s poet laureate, continuing crisis on the Colorado River and our new D.C. reporter. This week host Joey Lovato sits down... more

The life of a working showgirl, Nevada’s nuclear future, and National Guard recruitment. This week freelance reporter Savanna Strott has a... more

This week we are rewinding to share some of our favorite podcast stories from the past. We start with a... more

A post-Election Day overview with Jon Ralston, Jacob Solis and Joey Lovato. This week Nevada Independent CEO Jon Ralston joins hosts... more

A pre-Election Day download with Jon Ralston, author Robin McLean’s take on Nevada life and fun tales from the Nevada... more

How a far-right activist’s large donations are reshaping Republican politics in Northern Nevada, a look at the Senate race and... more

A Reno company’s wheeled approach to composting, an overview of the Secretary of State’s race and a few Nevada monster... more

Growing the cannabis industry workforce, a dive into congressional district races and a look at the G2E gaming conference. This week... more

What removing grass means for Nevada, why you should care about campaign finance and more from IndyFest 2022. This week host... more

A recap of our favorite IndyFest moments and highlights from the gubernatorial debate. This week hosts Joey Lovato and Jacob Solis... more

Nevada Gold Mines, the race for Attorney General and a D.C. perspective on Nevada. This week we read you a story... more

Threats to old trees and new opportunities for Nevada’s wine industry This week we are rewinding to share some of our... more

Meteorologists analyze summer weather patterns, a dive into ballot questions and a history of oppression in Native communities. This week host... more

Solving the child care crisis in Nevada, a Congressional District 3 election preview and a needle-exchange program in Elko. This week... more

Cave discoveries, a Reno City Hall race preview and a quirky option on Nevada ballots. This week host Joey Lovato has... more

Water and tourism woes at Lake Mead, a breakdown of the Inflation Reduction Act and a scientific discovery at UNLV. This... more

Rural counties’ quest to hand count ballots, strip clubs seek slot machines and a standoff between Clark County and a... more

The past, present and future of the Bristlecone Pine, a preview of the new school year and tribes get a... more

Airport growth in Nevada, the fight for better air quality in East Las Vegas and a Nevada professor’s dream fulfilled... more

Queer artists talk about identity and expression, what you need to know about the new COVID variant and the impending... more

Safety when recreating in the Nevada wilderness, the new mental health hotline and talking about citizen legislators. This week host Joey... more

Why a therapist uses music to help heal, how COVID changed what we wear and one radio station servicing central... more

Inmates fighting wildfires, a sustainable ranch outside of Elko and microplastics in our environment. This week we are rewinding to hear... more

Why more tiny homes could be coming to Nevada, a dive into “The Big Lie” and candidates that are embracing... more

Primary election winners and losers, the history of rent control in Reno and summer reading recommendations. This week we have an... more

Veterans carry dog tags to remember fallen comrades, Clark County boosts teacher pay and meet our two newest interns. Video Producer... more

An overview of Nevada’s congressional races and an interview with U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg about infrastructure funding. This week... more

A worker shortage in Nevada’s labor market, an on-the-record discussion with Republican gubernatorial candidate Dean Heller and more babies entering... more

Uncertainty surrounding student loan debt, an on-the-record discussion with Republican gubernatorial candidate Joe Lombardo and a few important things to... more

Businesses on wheels, the first female Paiute fly fishing guide and how one 16-year-old got a bill passed in the... more

Growing grapes in the desert, an exit interview with the Washoe County School District superintendent and abortion laws in Nevada. This... more

A trash problem along the Lake Tahoe shoreline, a Fallon tribe’s fight to preserve ancestral land and big crowds and... more

Event industry changes, poll results and climate change in Nevada This week host Joey Lovato sits down with Julia Reed Nichols,... more

Formula One’s planned pit stop in Las Vegas, a scourge of school violence and a plan that could move Nevada... more

A rise in substance abuse in the Hispanic community, more COVID-19 booster shots and data and a history lesson about... more

Highlights from our IndyTalks event with CCSD leaders and a teacher, the Culinary Union complaints against Station Casinos and the... more

The shifting Latino electorate in Nevada, a Carson City couple’s experience helping Ukrainian refugees and proposed election changes across Nevada... more