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NV Highway Patrol banned pro-police symbols, then quickly reversed ban
Mid June, Nevada Highway Patrol leadership implemented a ban on symbols affiliated with far-right extremist groups, then quickly reversed the ban after criticism that it was overly broad by an employee union, according to The Nevada Independent.
Democratic bill for police reform blocked by lack of bipartisan consensus
A bill created by House Democrats in response to nationwide protests calling for police reformation has been stalled due to lack of bipartisan consensus.
Nevada Democrats request removal of McCarran statue in Capitol and renaming of airport
A letter led by Sen. Jacky Rosen was sent to Gov. Steve Sisolak, Assembly Speaker Jason Frierson and state Senate Majority Leader Nicole Cannizzaro requesting the removal of the Sen. Pat McCarran’s statue from the U.S. Capitol. Additionally, the letter, co-written by Rep. Steven Horsford, supports a name change of the McCarran airport.
Supreme Court Ruling Protects LGBTQ Workers from Discrimination
A law written by Justice Neil Gorsuch protects workers from being fired, discriminated against, or turned down from a job based on their sexual orientation.
Police de-escelation training not enforced since implementation in 2019
Assembly Speaker Jason Frierson revealed that bill AB478, requiring annual police training on de-escalation, racial profiling and implicit bias, is not being enforced.
Gov. Sisolak’s Response to Protests in Nevada
In a press conference in Reno, Gov. Steve Sisolak addressed the violence that occurred Saturday, March 30. “As governor, I encourage folks to exercise their peaceful First Amendment rights to protest,” he stated.
Coronavirus Update
Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak is asking everyone to stay home until May 15 to help limit the spread of COVID-19. As of today, Sisolak eased outdoor activities and allowed the opening of golf courses, pickleball, tennis courts and some businesses. Retail businesses and marijuana dispensaries are open and will offer curbside pickup. People are still more »
Podcast: Due to Time Constraints – March Sadness
Another March, another year where UNLV misses the big dance. David is joined by Isaiah and Dmon to talk about UNLV’s basketball season as well as the upcoming tournament.
Podcast: Due to Time Constraints – Mountain West Tournament preview
This week, David and Isaiah sit down to preview the Mountain West Tournament. Does UNLV have a chance at shocking the world again? The guys also reminisce about Summer League and the discuss the Spike Lee-James Dolan controversy.