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»7/1/04 School Diversity
Clark County public schools are increasingly multicultural. We'll look at CCSD efforts to serve Southern Nevada's ethnically diverse population, and to recruit and retain ethnically diverse faculty.

»7/2/04 Immigrants
There are 120,000 legal immigrants in Las Vegas - today we'll hear about efforts to encourage them to become citizens and hear the stories of some recent immigrants. Also a description of the process of becoming a citizen and the difficulties immigrants face in getting through the process.

»7/5/04 Outdoor Adventures 2
Outdoor adventures have evolved into extreme sports, we'll talk with extreme sports enthusiasts about scuba diving, rock climbing, skydiving, and extreme stunt fantasy camp.

»7/6/04 Suicide
Nevada consistantly leads the nation in suicide. While it may be easy to point to the extreme lifestyle of Las Vegas, the underlying reasons for this run deep. We'll discuss the issue of suicide with leading experts and speak with suicide victims about healing after a loss.

»7/7/04 Water Issues
KNPR's State of Nevada does another check on where all of the various facets of our water situation stand such as watering restrictions for summer and the Southern Nevada Water Authority's effort to import water from other counties and much more.

»7/8/04 Specialized Chambers of Commerce
Las Vegas's specialized chambers of commerce - Latin, urban, Asian, gay/lesbian, and others - each serve their members in special ways. We look at the specific needs Las Vegas's various chambers of commerce serve.

»7/9/04 Chef Development
64,000 people work in the food service industry in Southern Nevada. We'll meet Chefs at the pinnacle of their specialty representing the United States at the World Pastry Team Championship at the Rio, and we'll talk to the culinary leaders at UNLV, CSSN, Nevada Partners Training Academy and the new Cordon Bleu Culinary School in Las Vegas.

»7/12/04 Flooding 2
Monsoon season is around the corner, is Las Vegas prepared for this year's round of floods? We'll discuss the logistics of flood planning as well as disaster relief efforts and what home and business owners need to know about flood insurance.

»7/13/04 Nevada Environmentalism
What does it mean to be "green" in the desert? What does it mean to be an environmentalist in Nevada? "KNPR's State of Nevada" looks at our state's distinct natural setting and unique environmental politics.

»7/14/04 Obesity and Diet
Las Vegas is known for it's consumptive behavior, and in Southern Nevada obesity is on the rise, and so are related diseases. Diet fads aren't the only answer to this health crisis. We'll find why people are over eating and under excersising, and what needs to be done to reverse this trend.

»7/15/04 Maglev, MAX & Monorail
Las Vegas's monorail is scheduled to start running today. "KNPR's State of Nevada" covers opening day events, and looks at high-tech transportation systems to come.

»7/16/04 Yucca Mountain Ruling
KNPR's State of Nevada exmaines the court ruling last week that declared the 10,000 year radiation standard was incorrect, which could possibly affect the Yucca Mountain Nuke Waste repository. We'll hear from all sides on this controvserial issue and what each side is doing now to re-group.

»7/19/04 Desert Critters
Southern Las Vegas has an extensive wildlife population, unique due to it's adaptation to harsh climes. We'll learn about these animals, and how Clark County growth intersects with their habitats.

»7/20/04 Police Ballot Initiative
KNPR's State of Nevada explores the plans for a police ballot initiative that will be on the November 2004 ballot. The initiative provides for more money to hire police officers in several local departments, with money from sales taxes. Hear the top law enforcement officers discuss the needs brought on by growth and how they'll tackle the ballot initiative to gain voter support.

»7/21/04 Nuclear Testing
President George Bush has proposed changes in the country's nuclear weapons testing policy. What are the ramifications? What has nuclear testing meant for Nevada in the past? Should the U.S. resume full nuclear testing?

»7/22/04 Park Development
Southern Nevada Parks and Recreation agencies are working to increase the volume of park acreage to match the rapid influx of residence and incredible land development. We'll learn about the zoning and planning of our area parks.

»7/23/04 Cultivating Arts Districts
KNPR's State of Nevada looks at the development of arts districts around the country, and the lessons for Las Vegas's burgeoning downtown arts district.

»7/26/04 UNLV Institute for Security Studies
KNPR's State of Nevada explores a new program at UNLV--the Institute for Security Studies. It's an 18 month degree program that's being funded through the Department of Energy. A number of high-ranking emergency responders are on board to get their master's degrees in this new field of homeland security related issues. We'll find out what's entailed and how this emerging subject is being tackled.

»7/27/04 Naming in Las Vegas
Las Vegas is a young city, with many new streets and public buildings to name. How do we decide how to name our parks, bridges, and roads? How have other cities decided?

»7/28/04 Mental Health Crisis of '04
Advocates for mental health patients have long predicted the lack of adequate funding would lead to critical problems. In early July, this happened when WestCare Health Center's funding fell short and mental health patients flooded local hospital ER's. We'll look at what happened, and how mental health funding will be adjusted so this doesn't happen again.

»7/29/04 Specialized Get Out the Vote
Nevada is a battleground state in the 2004 Presidential election. Minority voters - especially Latinos - are vital to both candidates' strategies. What are people doing to get out the minority vote in Southern Nevada?

»7/30/04 Hoover Dam
KNPR's State of Nevada looks at the past, present and future of Hoover Dam. With its long history and landmark status, the dam is a busy tourist spot. But changes are on the way - including a new roadway and renovation of the visitor's center. A complete look at Hoover Dam.