State of Nevada
Airs on 88.9 FM, Wednesday at 9 a.m. with a 6 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 weekly conversation about this place we call home.
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Full Episodes
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Plus: What to see, hear, and do in Las Vegas this week.
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Plus: Nevada's Gaming Control Board pushes back on prediction market apps; and what to see, hear, and do in Las Vegas this week.
Segments
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Library districts use reading challenges to keep folks engaged with books during summer break. Also: a local barber writes books for his child clientele.
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As the water authority looks to combat drought with overuse fines, some grass lovers say it's gone too far.
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The 19th annual dining event features more than 300 participating eateries. That expansion comes as federal budgets slash funds for the food insecure.
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There’s no shortage of what to see, hear, and do at any time in Nevada. Here are some highlighted cultural events for the week starting June 3.
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People love their pets like family — so, what happens when the dog or cat needs lifesaving care that they can't afford?
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More than 1,100 are running for federal, state, and local offices in the Silver State this year. What are the issues, endorsements, and candidates impacting the 2026 primary election?