The latest jobs report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that the U.S. lost 92,000 jobs in February. This is the third time in the last five months that the economy has lost jobs. Read more here: buff.ly/Y6Okvhs
In the last week, the price of gas has skyrocketed by 11%. This is the highest price the U.S. has seen since September 2024. Read more about this increase here: www.nytimes.com/2026/03/06/b...
Advocates are warning about the Trump Administration's comments on taking over our elections this fall. Silver State Voices Director Emily Persaud-Zamora said that these threats are "designed to suppress and discourage us from participating actively in democracy.” Read more here: buff.ly/j3YEuKq
44,700 Nevadans are at risk of losing their SNAP benefits due to new work requirements going into effect on March 1st. Nevada 211 is a resource to help people struggling to put food on the table. If you need help finding food assistance near you, use www.nevada211.org
Rest in Power, Jesse Jackson. His lifelong legacy as a civil rights activist will be an inspiration for all as we continue to fight for equality across the country.
ICYMI: The Trump Administration has repealed crucial scientific research that gave the EPA the power to fight climate change. Without these measures to regulate greenhouse gas emissions, increased pollution could hurt our health and exacerbate extreme weather conditions.
Today marks 8 years since 17 people tragically lost their lives at the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting in Parkland, Florida. To this day, gun violence is still affecting people across the country daily. We must come together to protect our communities against these acts of violence.
The White House's recent comments on nationalizing elections and having ICE's presence at polling locations are a threat to our elections. We're live discussing this attempt at a power grab now! Tune in here: www.facebook.com/100064649323...
In less than a month, 45,000 Nevadans will lose access to their SNAP benefits because of eligibility changes made in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Read more about how this act is affecting SNAP in our state here: buff.ly/nOKmTyn
Southern Nevada relies heavily on tourism to thrive, but tourism to Las Vegas has been steadily declining. In just one month, over 4,700 jobs in leisure and hospitality were lost.
Former New Mexico Congressman Steve Pearce has been nominated to be the Director of the Bureau of Land Management. Pearce has a long record of opposing federal ownership of public lands. Read more here: t.co/GDwXmBJVvu
In the past, Nevada homeowners have seen applications for insurance denied because of living in wildfire-prone areas. #AB376 went into effect on Jan. 1st, which allows insurance companies to exclude wildfire coverage from their polices. Read more here: thenevadaindependent.com/article/insu...
Today, we reflect on the life and legacy of the great civil rights leader, Martin Luther King Jr.
We're hiring a Development Manager! To Apply: Send cover letter, resume, and writing sample to jobs@battlebornprogress.org no later than January 23, 2026. Click here for more info: bit.ly/3Nbbm5E
According to Consumer Affairs, Nevada is the second-worst state for renters in the country. With the median two-bedroom apartment costing $1,489 a month, affordability and lack of renter protections landed our state low on the list. Read more here: buff.ly/2JgB18U
The E.P.A. will stop considering the value of saving human lives when establishing standards on air pollution. Experts said that this change will likely result in lower costs for companies and dirtier air. Read more here: buff.ly/ilWLvB6
We're hiring a Development Manager! To Apply: Send cover letter, resume, and writing sample to jobs@battlebornprogress.org no later than January 23, 2026. Click here for more info: bit.ly/3Nbbm5E
A report released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that only 584,000 jobs were created during 2025. Along with job creation being down, unemployment rates went up last year, peaking at 4.4%
Nevadans have until January 15th to purchase a health plan through Nevada Health Link. After Republicans in Congress refused to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies, middle-class families are expected to see their premiums double. Read more here: buff.ly/wVHOGR4
Happy Holidays from the Institute for a Progressive Nevada team!
The Trump Administration has pardoned dozens of individuals who were involved in attempts to undermine the results of the 2020 election, including six alleged conspirators in Nevada. These prosecutions defend and protect the integrity of our elections.
Numbers don't lie; film tax credits won't be a good investment in Nevada. If we go through with the #HollywoodHandouts, Nevada's return on investment could be up to $485 million less than what we put in. Read more at NoHandoutsNevada.com
Recent cuts to SNAP are going to affect over 500,000 Nevadans. If you need help finding food assistance near you, use www.nevada211.org/food-service...
Happy Nevada Day from the Institute for a Progressive Nevada team! Everyday we're educating and empowering Nevadans to build a state where everyone has a fair opportunity to succeed!
Recent cuts to SNAP are going to affect over 500,000 Nevadans. If you need help finding food assistance near you, use www.nevada211.org/food-service...
Affordable Care Act tax credit recipients are already seeing how their projected premiums are going to skyrocket. Americans across the country are planning for the sacrifices they need to make in order to afford their health insurance.
If the government shutdown continues till Nov. 1st, SNAP and Head Start will run out of funding. This pause in funding for both programs will jeopardize millions of low-income Americans' ability to buy groceries and have access to childcare. Read more here: buff.ly/pJSdvhN
In the recent cyberattack that crippled services across the state, the Secretary of State’s voter registration information remained safe. Thanks to a 2021 law that mandated centralizing voter data, NV voters' information was not compromised. Read more here: nevadacurrent.com/2025/10/20/n...
A new study by UNLV’s Lied Center for Real Estate found that only 6.1 percent of all jobs in Southern Nevada pay enough to afford to buy a home in Las Vegas. To be able to afford the average mortgage payment, you would need to make at least $57.22 an hour.
This #IndigenousPeoplesDay, take action to support WIC benefits for Nevada’s Tribal Nations! Inter-Tribal Council of Nevada WIC benefits are active again, but funding is still uncertain. Help build long-term security for mothers and children www.itcn.org?page_id=2696
