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Southern Nevada Tax Assistance offers free filing help for Latino families this tax season
LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — Tax season is underway, but some Latino families in the Las Vegas area say they have questions and concerns before getting started — and trust is a central part of the conversation this year.
Organizers at Southern Nevada Tax Assistance say their goal is to help families file safely and correctly. But this year, they say they are seeing something different: hesitation.
Hesitation and distrust on the rise
Nonprofit organization Somos Votantes, which focuses on helping Latinos in the community, says it is hearing from more families who are unsure who they can trust when it comes to filing.
“That’s why Southern Nevada Tax Assistance — they’re a group of IRS-certified volunteers,” said Angel Lazcano.
Somos Votantes held a free filing event Wednesday to connect families with trusted, no-cost help. Volunteers said the stress of tax season is something many in the community have long felt.
“Personally, growing up, I’ve always heard how much, how stressful it is around this time of year, especially getting closer and closer to tax day,” one volunteer said.
Ghost preparers a recurring threat
That concern is not new. Connie Buckley, founder of Nevada Tax Assistance, said every year scammers known as ghost preparers target people who may not fully understand the filing process or whose first language may not be English.
“They create fraudulent tax returns. People don’t know what to expect on their taxes, so they don’t know that it’s wrong. And then two or three years later, the IRS sends them a letter that says something’s not right here,” Buckley said.
Fears about sharing personal information
For many Latino families, concerns this year go beyond scams, with some expressing fears about sharing personal information when filing.
Buckley addressed those concerns directly. “The recommendation always is — let me put it this way — when you get your tax forms from your employer, like the W-2s, the 1099s, those are also transmitted to the IRS. So the IRS knows that you made money and they are expecting to see your tax return to reconcile that,” she said.
Buckley also warned that choosing not to file can create larger problems. “If you owe taxes, there are a lot of penalties that they will assess against you, against what you owe. And now you’ve got yourself into an even bigger hole than you would have been in if you just filed your taxes when they were due,” she said.
Organizers say that no matter a person’s status, filing taxes remains important, and they want to make sure families can do it safely. Free tax filing help is available across the Las Vegas Valley for those who need it.
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Enrollment period almost over for Nevada’s prepaid tuition program
LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — The enrollment period for the Nevada prepaid tuition program is almost over.
Wednesday, April 15, is the final day to create an account for the current enrollment period.
It’s a chance for parents to jumpstart their children’s education by starting to save now.
Nevada State Treasurer Zach Conine joined us to talk more about how you can lock in future tuition at today’s rates.
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Visit nvigate.gov to learn more and to open your account.
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Nevada designates Sunrise Hospital as Level 1 trauma center in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center has been officially designated as a Level I Trauma Center by the State of Nevada, the highest level of trauma care available, the hospital announced Tuesday.
The designation is expected to strengthen the Las Vegas hospital’s ability to recruit and train leading physicians, advance trauma research and deliver the highest level of care for the community.
“We extend our sincere appreciation to Governor Lombardo for recognizing the need for this important designation and allowing us the ability to train and attract top-tier physicians in Nevada and engage in trauma research,” said Todd P. Sklamberg, CEO of Sunrise Hospital. “We also want to recognize our physicians, first responders, regulatory partners and the broader community for their continued support throughout this process.”
MORE: Sunrise Trauma sees rise e-bike, e-scooter injuries in early 2026, many brain-related
Level I Trauma Centers are equipped to deliver total care for every aspect of injury — from prevention through rehabilitation — and must meet rigorous standards established by state and national accrediting bodies.
The designation also affirms Sunrise Hospital’s commitment to clinical excellence, continuous research and education in trauma care.
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“Congratulations to Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center on this extraordinary milestone that will strengthen Nevada’s healthcare system and move our state forward,” Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo said. “Level I Trauma Center designation reflects the highest standard of care and ensures that communities in Southern Nevada have access to lifesaving services when they need them most. I am deeply grateful for the dedicated healthcare professionals and first responders whose commitment continues to elevate patient care across the state.”
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5.7 earthquake hits northern Nevada; damage reported
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) – An earthquake struck in the northern part of Nevada on Monday, causing at least some “light” to “moderate” damage in some of the immediate surrounding areas, according to reports gathered by the United States Geological Survey (USGS).
The 5.7 magnitude earthquake struck shortly before 6:30 p.m. PST on Monday near Fallon, Nevada, about 12 miles southeast of Silver Springs, the USGS reported.
The area is just 40 miles northeast of the state capital, Carson City, and 400 miles northwest of Las Vegas.
Data gathered by the USGS shows reports of “light” to “moderate” damage observed around the epicenter of a 5.7 magnitude quake, along with “strong” to “very strong” shaking. The jolts were enough to shatter glass and scatter products along the floor of a grocery store in the town of Fallon, as seen in images shared with the Associated Press.
Trina Enloe told the news agency that she was sitting with one of her daughters as she did homework in their dining room when the quake hit.
“You could hear the rumbling just coming before it even got to us,” Enloe said. The shaking continued for about a minute, she added, during which some cast-iron candle holders were knocked over. Enloe didn’t see any cracks or damage in her home, though.
Those in Nevada with similar experiences are advised to contribute a report through the USGS’s “Felt Report” platform.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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