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»5/3/04 Veterans Issues
We'll discuss the issues confronting veterans and the programs that benefit them and their families.

»5/4/04 Teacher Issues
KNPR's State of Nevada takes a look at issues facing teachers, from "No Child Left Behind" to class size, special educational programs, labor issues, and more.

»5/5/04 Pedestrians & Cyclists
Automobiles dominate Las Vegas streets. So, what amenities are there for pedestrians & cyclists? KNPR's State of Nevada looks at the local walking-biking scene in the Las Vegas Valley.

»5/6/04 Growth Task Force
KNPR's State of Nevada examines what the new county Growth task Force has done so far, what the initial planning has been, where they are in the process, some members thoughts on direction and possible goals and outcomes.

»5/7/04 Outdoor Adventures
We'll discuss the many outdoor activities in Southern Nevada.

»5/10/04 Mayoral Ethics
R-J Columnist Steve Sebelius guest hosts. Mayor Goodman is being scrutinized for some alledgedly unethical political improprieties, guest host Steve Sebelius will get to the bottom of iPolitix, videotapes, and a bottle of gin.

»5/11/04 Employment/Unemployment
Las Vegas's employment picture is unique. Jobs that pay poorly elsewhere pay well here. Night shifts are considered normal business hours. Unemployment is low. KNPR's State of Nevada looks at Las Vegas's special employment situation.

»5/12/04 Gay & Lesbian Life in Las Vegas
Anything goes in Las Vegas, right? Is the same true for gays and lesbians? KNPR's State of Nevada looks at life for gays and lesbians in Southern Nevada - political status, social status, and the upcoming Gay Pride celebration.

»5/13/04 Medicare and Sr. Healthcare Issues
KNPR's State of Nevada explores the issues involved in medicare---the changes, the possible fraud with cards, and other aspects of Medicare changes for seniors. Also healthcare issues in general for seniors.

»5/14/04 CCSN Plantetarium
KNPR explores the world of Astronomy and the CCSN Planetarium. What's there and what can students and the public learn about our western night skies? Where are the best places to view planets and stars? We'll talk with the director of the planetarium, several astronomy professors and a representative of the local Las Vegas Astronomical Society about the activities here in Southern Nevada related to our western skies.

»5/17/04 Drug Court
Las Vegas's innovative drug court has taken a fresh approach to dealing with small-time drug offenders with some positive results. Employing treatment over incarceration, the program is changing the way offenders are prosecuted. We'll talk with the founder of the Drug court and some people involved in the rehabilitative process

»5/18/04 Smoking/Non-Smoking
Nevada anti-smoking advocates are proposing a ban on smoking in restaurants and other places. "KNPR's State of Nevada" considers the state's smoking laws.

»5/19/04 Teen Pregnancy
Nevada leads the nation in teen pregnancy, we'll find out why and what is (or isn't) being taught to teens to keep them from reproducing, and what to do once they have.

»5/20/04 Are We Building Enough Schools?
Clark County School District is growing at a phenomenal rate. How many new schools does Las Vegas need to accommodate the rapidly expanding family population? What are the new trends in school construction? How is the CCSD doing?

»5/21/04 Las Vegas Celebrity Culture
Las Vegas is arguably as glamorous today as it was in the Rat Pack years. What drew celebrities like Ben Affleck and Britney Spears back? What are we doing to keep the stars filling our suites weekend after weekend? And how does celebrity culture benefit our city?

»5/24/04 Victims Rights
KNPR's State of Nevada discusses the various aspects of victims rights, the agencies that ave been created to help victims, how they help and where to find those agencies.

»5/25/04 Summer Youth Activities
Schools out, we'll discuss the various programs for youth in Las Vegas for the summer, and the role the parks play in planning of said activities.

»5/26/04 Economic Diversity
Can Nevada expand beyond gaming and tourism? Why has economic diversification become the goal of many state planners? "KNPR's State of Nevada" looks at efforts to diversify the state's economy.

»5/27/04 Political Races Round-up
KNPR's State of Nevada sits down with several jorunalists and political consultants to review who's filed for office…what the races are and what's hot this political season on topics and issues. Analysis of the political season locally.

»5/28/04 St. Thomas & Lake Sites
As drought lowers the water level at Lake Mead, the ghost town of St. Thomas reemerges. What are archaeologists learning about St. Thomas? How about the other old towns in the Lake Mead area?

»5/31/04 Summer Child Safety
Children die every summer by being trapped in overheated cars or drowning. We look at the issue of child safety in the hot months.