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RNC Challenges Nevada's Mail Ballot Counting Practices – Nevada Globe

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June 3, 2024

RNC Challenges Nevada's Mail Ballot Counting Practices – Nevada Globe

The Republican National Committee (RNC), Trump campaign, and Nevada GOP have filed a lawsuit (see below) challenging Nevada’s counting of mail ballots received after Election Day that lack a postmark. Nevada law requires mail ballots to be postmarked on or before Election Day to ensure that ballots received after the Election are not counted. The RNC alleges that they “have discovered that Nevada election officials routinely count non-postmarked mail ballots received after Election Day, in violation of the law.”

During the last legislative session, Deputy Secretary of State for Elections Mark Wlaschin testified that non-postmarked ballots received after Election Day are counted in Nevada. The RNC alleges that there is a significant risk of potential fraud and the illegal counting of ballots that lack a postmark.

Nevada law allows for counting of mail ballots that are received up to four days after Election Day only if postmarked on or before Election Day. It also allows for counting of mail ballots received up to three days after Election Day if the date of the postmark cannot be determined.

In a press release, RNC Chairman Michael Whatley stated, “Counting ballots received after Election Day without a postmark creates a concerning and potentially fraudulent impact on Nevada’s elections. We are filing this lawsuit to ensure that Nevada law is followed and promote election integrity in the Silver State.”

Nevada GOP Chairman Michael McDonald added, “We are committed to ensuring the integrity of Nevada’s elections and inspiring voter confidence. Allowing ballots without postmarks to be illegally counted undermines both. We will continue to fight for fair elections for all Nevadans where only legal votes are counted and the system is secure.”

This is the third lawsuit this year that the RNC has filed against the state and respective counties.

In March, the RNC and the Nevada GOP filed a lawsuit alleging five Nevada counties are violating the National Voting Rights Act (NVRA) by not maintaining clean and accurate voter rolls.

The DNC responded by filing an amicus brief requesting that the judge presiding over the case dismiss the “dangerous” and “flawed” lawsuit, warning that the lawsuit represents former President Donald Trump’s attempt to interfere in and undermine the public’s confidence in the upcoming November elections. The RNC’s lawsuit, they maintain, is nothing short of “political theater.”

“This lawsuit is not meant to protect the integrity of upcoming elections, but instead to provide the RNC with ammunition to undermine the general election’s results,” the brief says. “Indeed, former President Trump is already asserting interference with the 2024 general election, months before a single vote has been cast or counted.”

“Donald Trump and Republicans know they can’t win this election fair and square, so they’re doubling down on their losing 2020 playbook and taking aim at our voting rights and democracy. They will fail again,” Biden campaign spokesman Charles Lutvak said in a statement to CNN. “Our team is prepared and continuing the fight for democracy, we are defending the right to free and fair elections against Republicans’ junk lawsuits, and we will defeat Donald Trump once and for all in November.”

Last month, the RNC, Trump campaign and Nevada GOP filed a lawsuit challenging Nevada’s acceptance of mail ballots up to four days after Election Day, including unreadable postmarks received up to three days after Election Day, alleging that the counting of ballots after Election Day violates federal election laws established by Congress.

For background, the Democratic majority in the Nevada legislature ushered in sweeping changes to state election laws during the pandemic. Legislation passed in 2021 legalized unlimited ballot harvesting, ballots by mail to all actively-registered voters, and extended deadlines for mail-in ballots.

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Henderson teen wins Southern Nevada Youth of the Year; six finalists compete

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January 30, 2026

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Henderson teen wins Southern Nevada Youth of the Year; six finalists compete

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — The Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada hosted its annual Youth of the Year competition Thursday evening at the Donald W. Reynolds Boys & Girls Club in Henderson.

Six high school students from across Southern Nevada were selected as finalists to deliver speeches to a panel of judges, sharing their personal journeys and growth within the organization.

Luna N., a 17-year-old from the Donald W. Reynolds Boys & Girls Club, emerged as this year’s regional winner.

Luna, who has been involved with the Boys & Girls Clubs for four years, aspires to become a taxidermist and hopes to attend UNLV.

She will represent Southern Nevada at the statewide Youth of the Year competition in March.

The Youth of the Year program, held nationally, honors exemplary Club members aged 14-18 who demonstrate leadership and personal growth.

One outstanding member will be chosen as the national Youth of the Year, serving as an ambassador for Boys & Girls Clubs youth nationwide.

This event follows the recent Junior Youth of the Year competition for ages 10-13 in the Las Vegas Valley.

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Program to help prevent Southern Nevada evictions is expanding

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January 29, 2026

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LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — A program that aims to keep Southern Nevada residents in their homes is growing.

Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada, Clark County, and the Las Vegas area Justice Courts say the Eviction Diversion Program (EDP) will expand to new jurisdictions starting Monday, Feb. 2.

The program’s goal is to prevent the eviction of seniors and people with disabilities.

The program began as a pilot in the Las Vegas Justice Court to provide eligible tenants and landlords with resources.

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Because of its success, Nevada lawmakers earlier this year approved additional funding to expand EDP to Henderson and North Las Vegas.

The partnership will evaluate those facing eviction for long-term solutions. Eligible tenants and landlords can receive rental assistance while working with Clark County Social Services, and a lawyer from the Legal Aid Center will represent the tenants.

This program covers seniors 62 and older, and those who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits due to a disability. To qualify, applicants must be facing eviction for non-payment of rent and must file a tenant answer within the notice period.

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New eviction forms are available on the Civil Law Self-Help Center website.

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Wednesday’s high school scores, top performances

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January 29, 2026

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Top performances

Girls basketball

– Sakaara Ashton, Las Vegas: The freshman nailed three 3-pointers while racking up 22 points, five rebounds and four assists in the Wildcats’ 75-54 win over Tech.

– Jaslyn Jefferson, Shadow Ridge: The senior compiled 40 points, 10 rebounds and four blocks in the Mustangs’ 86-5 victory over Desert Pines.

– Jasmine Ponce, Cimarron-Memorial: The junior collected 20 points, 11 rebounds, six assists, four steals and three blocks to lead the Spartans past Doral Academy 60-30.

– Jordynn Riggins, Losee: The freshman scored 22 points to help the Lions cruise to a 75-3 win over Rancho.

– Delyla Ross, Sunrise Mountain: The senior had 23 points as the Miners rolled to a 56-14 victory over Chaparral.

— Morgan White, Del Sol: The senior posted 17 points to lead the Dragons past Green Valley 67-32.

– Caylyn Young, Faith Lutheran: The sophomore scored 17 points as the Crusaders defeated Legacy 62-32.

Flag football

– Carly Martell, Sky Pointe: The sophomore carried 15 times for 117 yards to help the Eagles down Cheyenne 21-0.

– Andrea Mitchell, Centennial: The junior had 10 solo tackles to lead the defense in the Bulldogs’ 6-0 victory over Canyon Springs.

– Patricia Monacelli, Cadence: The junior caught four passes for 66 yards and a touchdown, and nabbed two interceptions on defense to help lift the Cougars over Boulder City 6-0.

– Danielle Morales, Arbor View: The junior had 69 rushing yards for a touchdown and 38 receiving yards for another score in the Aggies’ 38-13 win over Coronado.

– Charlice Weingarten, Bishop Gorman: The sophomore logged three sacks and two more tackles to help the Gaels beat Foothill 38-18.

Scores

Boys basketball

Beaver Dam 47, Adelson School 32

Boulder City 63, Coral Academy 19

Girls basketball

Basic 47, Sloan Canyon 10

Beaver Dam d. Adelson, forfeit

Bishop Gorman 73, Coronado 29

Cimarron-Memorial 60, Doral Academy 30

Clark 55, Spring Valley 37

Coral Academy 47, Boulder City 45