Bert Johnson

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Senior Correspondent at KUNR-FM (Reno, NV)

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Sparks cuts 13 positions to help close budget gap

4 days ago | kunr.org | Bert Johnson

On a warm, dry morning in June, Casey Miller began his shift at Sparks Fire Station 1 by spending about an hour on a thorough equipment inventory. With an affable efficiency, Miller showed KUNR around the rig he’d been assigned to for this 48-hour rotation, explaining the steps crews must take to make sure they’re ready for the next call as he went.
Reno teacher frustrated by process of trying to meet with Amodei

1 month ago | kunr.org | Bert Johnson

Last month, KUNR published a one-on-one interview with Rep. Mark Amodei (R–Nev.), who represents Nevada’s District 2. He addressed criticism he’s received over his stance against holding general town hall meetings, arguing they’re expensive and often devolve into political attacks. Amodei said he prefers to meet with constituents to discuss specific issues.
Library board expected to meet May 7 for budget review

1 month ago | kunr.org | Bert Johnson

Library staff and supporters were relieved when, in mid-April, Washoe County offered $1.3 million to keep libraries fully funded for the next fiscal year. But county commissioners put the plan on hold the following week, after library board chair Ann Silver requested more time to review spending. “Our board has not fully vetted the library budget,” she said.
Library director resigns under pressure from board, anti-LGBTQ activists

2 months ago | kunr.org | Bert Johnson

Trustees were supposed to go over the results of a performance review they completed for Scott. But Board Chair Ann Silver began the meeting with a surprise announcement. “Director Scott has voluntarily resigned his position as library director effective immediately, and so our agenda will look a little different this evening,” she said. Four of the five trustees gave Scott low ratings in areas like operational management and board relations.
Q&A: Rep. Mark Amodei on town halls, tariff impacts

2 months ago | kunr.org | Bert Johnson

Congress is on a two-week recess, and Republican Mark Amodei is spending time in his Northern Nevada district. So, he sat down with KUNR’s Bert Johnson to discuss the latest news out of Washington. Bert Johnson: President Donald Trump set off a panic last week when he set sky-high import tariffs, then abruptly paused them for most countries, except China. This chaotic approach has already had a negative impact on businesses in Northern Nevada.
KUNR 2024 General Election Blog: Find your nearest polling site

Nov 4, 2024 | kunr.org | Bert Johnson |Manuel Holguin

Nevada’s general election is Tuesday, November 5, 2024. This live blog is a space for Nevada-based updates throughout Election Day from KUNR reporters on the ground in Northern Nevada, as well as results as they become available. Browse resources from the KUNR newsroom, NPR and around the state below:Visit KUNR’s 2024 election coverage for additional context about the general election. Visit the Nevada Secretary of State’s website to find your nearest polling center.
Washoe County library cancels Drag Story Hour

Jul 25, 2024 | thenevadaindependent.com | Bert Johnson

A spokesperson for the Washoe County Library System confirmed Wednesday that Drag Story Hour events have been canceled. The decision comes after a librarian was injured when a self-described First Amendment auditor tried to force his way into a recent Drag Story Hour at the North Valleys Library. In a letter to library staff, county manager Eric Brown said the Workplace Violence Committee unanimously voted to recommend the events be discontinued over concerns for staff safety.
Nevada bans camping in public spaces in response to its homelessness crisis

Apr 7, 2024 | npr.org | Bert Johnson

Nevada bans camping in public spaces in response to its homelessness crisisNevada bans camping in public spaces in response to its homelessness crisis Audio will be available later today. In response to the homeless crisis, Nevada's second largest county just passed a ban on camping in public places. Opponents say it will only further victimize unhoused people.
Nevada bans camping in public spaces in response to its homelessness crisis

Apr 7, 2024 | kuow.org | Bert Johnson

In response to the homeless crisis, Nevada's second largest county just passed a ban on camping in public places. Opponents say it will only further victimize unhoused people.
Nevada bans camping in public spaces in response to its homelessness crisis

Apr 7, 2024 | ctpublic.org | Bert Johnson

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