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Trump administration changes derail Nevada’s $416 million rural internet program

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8 months ago

June 6, 2025

Trump administration changes derail Nevada’s 6 million rural internet program

The Trump administration announced new guidelines on June 6 for a national internet program that scuttles $416 million already approved for Nevada.

As part of the Biden administration’s infrastructure act, $42.5 billion had been allocated for the Broadband, Equity, Access and Deployment program to expand high-speed internet in rural areas.

Nevada, one of the few states to jump through the hoops to qualify, had hoped to break ground in summer 2025. But in April, the U.S. Commerce Department put the program under a 90-day review. That review is now over.

“Today we proudly announce a new direction for the BEAD program that will deliver high-speed internet access efficiently on a technology-neutral basis, and at the right price,” said Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick in a statement.

The marquee changes are removing diversity requirements in hiring and eliminating “extraneous and burdensome obligations to conduct climate analyses,” according to a factsheet released by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration, part of the Commerce Department that oversees internet projects.

Now, Nevada must reapply for the BEAD funds. States were given 90 days to comply with the new guidelines.

In response, Sen. Jacky Rosen, a Nevada Democrat, vowed to put a hold on all nominations for Commerce Department positions related to broadband policy until Nevada gets its BEAD funding.

“I’m beyond outraged that the Trump administration has moved the goal post yet again and rescinded Nevada’s approval to get the BEAD funding I secured to connect the hardest-to-reach communities in our state to high-speed internet,” she said in a statement.

“This decision will put Nevada’s broadband funding in jeopardy, and it’s a slap in the face to rural communities that need access to high-speed internet.”

The broadband team with the Nevada Governor’s Office of Science, Innovation and Technology told the Reno Gazette Journal it was still digesting the news.

“Our office is still reviewing the updated guidance from NTIA and does not have further comment at this time,” a spokesperson said.

Mark Robison is the state politics reporter for the Reno Gazette Journal, with occasional forays into other topics. Email comments to mrobison@rgj.com or comment on Mark’s Greater Reno Facebook page.

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Program to help prevent Southern Nevada evictions is expanding

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8 hours ago

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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20 hours ago

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

Del Sol 67, Green Valley 32

Democracy Prep 62, Liberty 29

Faith Lutheran 62, Legacy 32

Las Vegas 75, Tech 54

Losee 75, Rancho 3

Mater East 62, Eldorado 13

Moapa Valley 54, Amplus Academy 6

Pahrump Valley 50, Cristo Rey 17

Palo Verde 44, Canyon Springs 43

Shadow Ridge 86, Desert Pines 5

Sierra Vista 60, Desert Oasis 48

Sunrise Mountain 56, Chaparral 14

Virgin Valley d. The Meadows, forfeit

Western 57, Durango 37

Flag football

Arbor 38, Coronado 13

Bishop Gorman 38, Foothill 18

Bonanza 18, Amplus 14

Cadence 6, Boulder City 0

Centennial 6, Canyon Springs 0

Clark 26, Western 6

Desert Oasis 48, Basic 6

Eldorado 30, Desert Pines 19

Legacy 33, Doral Academy 6

Mojave 8, Cimarron-Memorial 0

Sierra Vista 18, Durango 0

Sky Pointe 21, Cheyenne 0

Spring Valley 34, Democracy Prep 0

Virgin Valley 27, Las Vegas 26

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Nevada’s unemployment rate remains steady at 5.2% in December

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January 28, 2026

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Nevada’s unemployment rate remains steady at 5.2% in December

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — Nevada’s unemployment rate for December remains unchanged at 5.2%, according to the Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation.

The figures show no improvement from the previous month.

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In a breakdown of the state’s cities, Las Vegas also reported a 5.2% unemployment rate, while Reno and Carson City both recorded a rate of 4%.

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