KNPR's State of Nevada
Airs on 88.9 FM, Monday through Friday at 9 a.m. with a 7 p.m. rebroadcast
About the show
KNPR's State of Nevada is the essential public affairs broadcast to understand what's happening here. Newsmakers and experts give context to local issues; interviews explore the unique character — and characters — of our region. KNPR's State of Nevada is a daily conversation about this place we call home.
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After approval from both voters and state lawmakers, sales of recreational marijuana products in Nevada have reached more than $5 billion. -
As crews keep fighting fires in Southern California, as relief efforts begin and the many billions of dollars in damage is assessed, the question has come up: Could this happen in Las Vegas? -
Permanent teacher pay raises, state investments in housing and measures to strengthen criminal penalties for theft and drug violations. That and much more was part of Governor Joe Lombardo’s State of the State address -
Las Vegas police have their hands full. In 2024, the number of traffic deaths was up. So was the number of shootings involving police officers. -
Last week, Las Vegas announced its new coach as Antonio Nocerino. The native Italian played 17 years in the pros, has played in the Olympics for Italy and retired in 2020. -
In Las Vegas, which makes its money off of people who come here to let loose, drinking will continue, and unfortunately, so will drinking and driving. But many fight that. -
Through a collaboration with Vegas PBS, Nevada Public Radio brings you selected interviews from their Nevada Week In Person televised series on KNPR's State of Nevada. -
For years now, local officials have enacted laws to eliminate puppy mills, illegal breeders and more. It’s been an effort to improve care, reduce populations, and end the killing of thousands of animals every year. -
There is a lot to talk about in the world of local sports. Highs from the Golden Knights, lows from the Raiders and all the teams in between. -
We’re hearing more about avian flu, which is widespread in wild birds worldwide. It’s been found around the country, and in Nevada over the years.
