KNPR's State of Nevada
Airs on News 88.9-FM KNPR:M–F at 9 a.m with 7 p.m. rebroadcast
About the Program
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.
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We do have a film incentive program here, but it’s small. So a year ago, a bill was introduced to create big tax incentives for film production. That died, but it'll be back next year.
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School’s out for spring break. Teachers are home. Kids are living it up. But there’s something on the mind of a lot of people, whether they have kids or not. Will our schools improve?
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The visual and performing arts are in full swing throughout the state.
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There’s a lot of change over at Las Vegas’ professional soccer team, the Lights FC. The team finished last in its division last year, and attendance is down. So some new blood was needed.
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We're taking a look at mental health struggles of local service and entertainment workers. What resources are available for them?
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Why don’t we have more state incentives to help create smaller, less expensive solar sites for neighborhoods or businesses?
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Years ago, you’d hear “public health,” and more than likely, you’d shrug. Then the COVID-19 pandemic hit. No one ignores it now.
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Abortion was already going to be a big issue for women's health in the fall election, then in late February, Alabama increased the stakes.
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The struggle between management and unions an ever-present issue in Nevada.
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State and federal officials are making a huge push for renewable development. They see it as a key to combatting the negative effects of climate change.