Bert Johnson

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.

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.

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.

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.

Apr 7, 2024 | ctpublic.org | Bert Johnson

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