Nevada’s political media landscape is small, dominated by just a few key outlets spanning print, broadcast, and digital platforms. The Las Vegas Review-Journal, Reno Gazette-Journal, 8 News Now, The Nevada Independent, and Nevada Public Radio form the core, delivering the state’s most comprehensive coverage of politics and policy. As the 2026 elections near, these sources remain essential for tracking campaigns, legislation, and statewide issues.

Nevada’s special session, called to address health care, public safety, and jobs, has been dominated by Assembly Bill 5, offering $1.4 billion in film tax credits to build a Summerlin studio. Democrats are split: leaders and construction unions back 19,000 jobs and diversification; progressives, teachers, and public workers decry a Hollywood handout risking schools and services.

Nevada ranks 47th in adult literacy nationwide, with 25% of adults unable to read beyond short, simple texts, according to PIAAC data. This skills gap limits job readiness in tourism and mining, reduces lifetime earnings by 35%, and lowers voter turnout in a key swing state. Low K-12 funding and weak early reading proficiency contribute to the ongoing cycle of adult illiteracy.

Nevada ranks third-lowest in U.S. residential electricity prices at 12.57¢/kWh—151% cheaper than California. Low costs come from local geothermal, hydro, and solar power plus NV Energy’s regulated monopoly, upheld by voters and overseen by the PUCN.

SNAP Suspension Hits 495,000 Nevadans. While consistently voting no on the federal funding bill, Sen. Rosen now demands the use of contingency funds. The USDA says it cannot use reserves during shutdown. Twenty-five states sued the USDA, resulting in conflicting judges’ rulings. Pres. Trump asked for clarification on the authority to use the contingency funds and pledges immediate court-approved relief. Meanwhile, Gov. Lombardo approved $38.8 million in state reserves to support local food banks while federal funding is suspended.

Pres. Trump announced plans to resume U.S. nuclear weapons testing at the Nevada National Security Site, ending a decades-long moratorium since 1992. The site, with a history of over 1,000 tests would require years of preparation to restart operations. The decision comes amid nuclear advancements by Russia, China, and North Korea.