By Spencer Levering, Las Vegas Review-Journal The Nevada Board of Regents voted 8-5 in favor of … [Read More...] about Going up: Nevada college students to see increase in fees, tuition
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Politics and Government
Federal Reserve keeps interest rates unchanged even as Trump continues to press for lower rates
By Christopher Rugaber The Associated Press WASHINGTON — The Federal Reserve pushed the pause button on its interest rate cuts Wednesday, leaving its key rate unchanged at about 3.6% after lowering it three times last year. The central bank said in a statement that there are signs the job … [Read More...] about Federal Reserve keeps interest rates unchanged even as Trump continues to press for lower rates
Inflation drops to lowest level in months, defying expectations of uptick
By Max Zahn, December 18, 2025, 8:32 AM Prices climbed 2.7% in November compared to a year earlier. Inflation dropped in November, ending a monthslong acceleration of price increases and offering relief for households strained by cost hikes, government data on Thursday showed. The reading came … [Read More...] about Inflation drops to lowest level in months, defying expectations of uptick
Fed cuts interest rates for third straight time amid uncertainty over labor market, inflation
By Eric Revell, FoxBusiness, Dec 10, 2025 Federal Reserve Board Chairman Jerome Powell announces interest rate decision after December FOMC meeting. The Federal Reserve on Wednesday announced its third interest rate cut of the year as policymakers moved forward with the cut to … [Read More...] about Fed cuts interest rates for third straight time amid uncertainty over labor market, inflation
Tourism & Gaming
Las Vegas casino owner offers Canadians equal exchange rate to boost tourism
By Steve Wolford, News 3 Las Vegas, Tue, January 27, 2026 LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — In an innovative move to revive international tourism in Las Vegas, Circa owner Derek Stevens is offering Canadian visitors an enticing deal: he will accept Canadian dollars at the same value as U.S. dollars at his … [Read More...] about Las Vegas casino owner offers Canadians equal exchange rate to boost tourism
‘A more sustainable Las Vegas’: CES pledges $125K for trees, LED streetlights
By Alan Halaly Las Vegas Review-Journal January 7, 2026 The biggest technology conference in the world is giving back to its host city to make it more sustainable. The Consumer Technology Association, which produces the annual CES conference, awarded the city of Las Vegas $125,000 for two … [Read More...] about ‘A more sustainable Las Vegas’: CES pledges $125K for trees, LED streetlights
IRS confirms $2K slot jackpot threshold begins in ‘26
By David Danzis, Las Vegas Review-Journal, December 18, 2025 A long-awaited update to slot jackpot tax reporting included in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act will take effect in 2026, the Internal Revenue Service confirmed this week. The updated minimum threshold of $2,000 for slot jackpots will … [Read More...] about IRS confirms $2K slot jackpot threshold begins in ‘26
Business
Las Vegas economy expected to stabilize through 2026, economist says
by: Aaron Arellano, 8 NewsNow, Posted: Jan 2, 2026 LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — After a whirlwind 2025 for the Las Vegas economy, stabilization is expected for some industries, at least for the first six months. According to the Director of the Center for Business and Economic Research at the University … [Read More...] about Las Vegas economy expected to stabilize through 2026, economist says
Outdoor recreation fuels the Nevada economy. A new report shows how much.
By Amy Alonzo, The Nevada Independent, December 11th, 2025 In 2018, Leah Wzientek and her husband, Rusty Donlon, opened Gear Hut, a multisport used gear shop, in midtown Reno. That winter, they took a cross-country ski setup — boots, skis, poles — in for consignment and watched the setup … [Read More...] about Outdoor recreation fuels the Nevada economy. A new report shows how much.
Keystone Press Releases
Keystone Turns 30: Three Decades of Business Advocacy in Nevada
Happy New Year! As we welcome 2025, we’re thrilled to celebrate a major milestone—Keystone Corporation’s 30th anniversary! In 1995, a small group of Nevada’s business leaders united to protect and promote a business-friendly environment in our state. Three decades later, Keystone stands as a … [Read More...] about Keystone Turns 30: Three Decades of Business Advocacy in Nevada
Nevada’s Labor Force Sees Remarkable Growth Under Governor Lombardo’s Leadership
LAS VEGAS, NV – Keystone celebrates the extraordinary growth in Nevada’s labor market as a direct result of Governor Joe Lombardo's focused approach to economic development. The state has seen its labor force grow for the 10th consecutive month, a testament to the Governor's effective … [Read More...] about Nevada’s Labor Force Sees Remarkable Growth Under Governor Lombardo’s Leadership
Legislation
Nevada lawmakers, real estate experts respond to Trump’s proposed ban on investors buying homes
By Patrick Blennerhassett, Las Vegas Review-Journal, January 7, 2026 - 3:32 pm President Donald Trump sent shockwaves through the country’s residential real estate industry Wednesday with a social media post calling for a ban on large institutional investors purchasing homes and for Congress to … [Read More...] about Nevada lawmakers, real estate experts respond to Trump’s proposed ban on investors buying homes
Governor will address SNAP benefits in a special session
SNAP alternative could be proposed in a bill, NV Senate Dems say By FOX5 Staff and Jaclyn Schultz, Fox5, November 4, 2025 Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo will call for lawmakers to address the gap in SNAP benefits for half-a-million Nevadans during a special session this month, according to a … [Read More...] about Governor will address SNAP benefits in a special session
At Vegas ‘field hearing,’ top House GOP appropriator pledges reversal of gambling tax deduction
The GOP member from Missouri said ‘three gaming CEOs’ he met with in Las Vegas encouraged him to support restoring the 100 percent deduction on losses. By Howard Stutz, The Nevada Independent, July 25, 2025 House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith (R-MO) met with three gaming … [Read More...] about At Vegas ‘field hearing,’ top House GOP appropriator pledges reversal of gambling tax deduction
Nevada News
Buying a Las Vegas-area home could become more affordable this year, report says
By Patrick Blennerhassett - Las Vegas Review-Journal, January 28, 2026 Affordability is on the way for Las Vegas Valley residents, according to a new report from Zillow. The online real estate giant is predicting 2026 will be a year of slower home price growth, rising wages and “gradually” … [Read More...] about Buying a Las Vegas-area home could become more affordable this year, report says
How is the Las Vegas housing market affecting buyers and sellers?
By: Abel Garcia , Ryan Ketcham , Tricia Kean, KTVN Channel 13, January 07, 2026 Local real estate experts say the Southern Nevada housing market numbers from 2025 are no cause for concern because the higher-end market has remained strong with sales. However, buyers targeting the median home … [Read More...] about How is the Las Vegas housing market affecting buyers and sellers?
Nevada governor’s fuel resiliency committee receives approval
By FOX5 Staff, Published: Dec. 9, 2025 CARSON CITY (FOX5) — Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo says his fuel resiliency committee has been approved. The governor proposed the committee earlier this year. Its goal is to find ways to strengthen Nevada’s fuel supply chain. The governor … [Read More...] about Nevada governor’s fuel resiliency committee receives approval
