Legislative Effort Led by Senator Joyce Woodhouse has the potential to bring significant resources to Nevada’s schools
Today, crucial legislation enabling Nevada to compete for up to $175 million in Federal “Race to the Top” Education Funds was signed into law.  The legislative effort, led by Senator Joyce Woodhouse, removes language that would have prevented Nevada [...]

Despite its reputation, Las Vegas did not make the No. 1 spot on the March 2010 list of drunkest cities in the U.S. It did, however, come in 11th, according to Las Vegas Weekly, just falling short of the top 10 for deaths, arrests and binges related to alcohol and alcoholism.
This does not mean that [...]

Gibbons Seeks Autonomy and Independence for Universities & Community Colleges
“Throughout my years in public service, above all, my philosophy has been shaped by one overriding principle – Education First.  As a graduate of Nevada public schools and universities, I am committed to ensuring quality education in our K-12 and higher education systems.  Education is the [...]

Division of Mortgage Lending Strongly Cautions Borrowers Seeking Forensic Mortgage Audits
With Nevadans facing another wave of foreclosures, many are wondering if a forensic mortgage audit can help them save their homes.  However, the Division of Mortgage Lending urges borrowers to be extremely wary when considering contracting with a company offering this type of service.
A forensic [...]

A total of 12,000 direct jobs will be created in its first year by the Nevada Jobs Initiative, which was approved by the State Senate and Assembly and was sponsored by Senate Majority Leader Steven Horsford, D-Las Vegas; and Assemblyman Kelvin Atkinson, D-North Las Vegas.
“One of the clearest lessons ofour current budget crisis is that [...]