By Sean Golonka The Nevada Independent More than 3,600 Nevadans turned out to vote early on Monday, a majority of whom were Democrats who continue to turn out in greater numbers than Republicans through mail and early voting. So far, nearly 60,000 Democratic voters have cast their ballots — about 90 percent of them by mail — according to the latest data available … [Read more...]
Welcome to 2024’s wild presidential cage fight
Let’s start the new year off by highlighting what will undoubtedly be the No. 1 story of 2024: The rematch between Donald J. Trump and Joe Biden. It’s going to have all the decorum of a cheesy wrestling promotion. In one corner we’ll have the world’s undisputed champion of taunts and stupid one-liners versus the mumblin’, stumblin’ king of creep. This will be our choice … [Read more...]
Assemblywoman and Reno council member join race for key Reno-area state Senate seat
The Nevada Independent Assemblywoman Angie Taylor (D-Reno) and longtime Reno City Council member Naomi Duerr announced plans Thursday to run for Senate District 15 in 2024, setting up a Democratic primary challenge in a key legislative seat closely eyed by both political parties. The two Democrats are competing for the seat of Sen. Heidi Seevers Gansert (R-Reno), who … [Read more...]
Washoe meeting adjourned amid election audit outcry
The Nevada Independent When the Washoe County Audit Committee convened on Tuesday morning, it was set to discuss one agenda item — an external audit of Washoe County elections. But the committee never made it to that agenda item. Instead, after a heated round of public comments alleging that the meeting was taking place illegally on account of vacancies and a lack of … [Read more...]
Sparks officials declare intentions as candidate filing period opens
As we get closer to the midterm elections happening later this year, candidates are starting to file their intent to run for office. The Washoe County Registrar of Voters is accepting applications for those wishing to run for judicial and non-judicial positions through March 18. There are several positions up for reelection in Sparks, including those for Mayor (currently … [Read more...]