State of Nevada
This is the podcast version of KNPR's State of Nevada. 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; discussion and profile 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.
Latest Episodes
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MLB approved the Oakland Athletics' move to Las Vegas. But one story that hasn’t gotten as much attention is one that could kill the A’s stadium outright. Where will they get the funding? -
The Las Vegas Grand Prix, which locals who worked the Strip had grown to despise, suddenly seemed made for this city. But while Strip casinos made a profit, smaller, local businesses were hurt by the event.
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What's on your mind? Las Vegas residents are seeking answers and solutions after the beating death of 17-year-old Jonathan Lewis Jr.
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Nevada already the smallest teacher-to-student ratios in the country with an average of 43 teachers per 1,000 students. And there is no end in sight to the teacher shortage.
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If you’re planning a Thanksgiving with friends — or family, or anyone, for that matter — you might be wondering what to cook, how to plan it, and how to keep your guests well fed and entertained.
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With Thanksgiving upon us, most of us are preparing to gather with loved ones. And some of us … may not be looking forward to it.
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We’ve all encountered cost-of-living increases. Since the pandemic, everything has gotten more and more expensive: gasoline, food, childcare.
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The Formula 1 Grand Prix race on the Las Vegas Strip is happening this weekend. What's the weather going to be like? What about traffic and the best place to see the race if you're around?
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Veterans like Nevada. About 200,000 live here, so U.S News and World says Nevada has the seventh-highest percent of veterans compared to other states. But veteran services in Nevada historically have not been good.
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Formula 1, the economy, Las Vegas growth, terrible local crime news — there's a lot going on.
