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OPINION: Poetic justice for Republicans — and an opportunity for Nevada Democrats
Ford and the Democrats have no mandate for anything. What they have is an opportunity to lead in a way no one expects, or to do so in a fashion that could lead the state to ruin and a 2028 debacle.
The Nevada Independent2026/11/08
Health
A Saturday Routine, a Growing Role: Family Caregiving in Nevada
The Nevada Independent2026/11/08
Science
Microplastics found in freshly fallen snow in Sierra Nevada
Utah News Dispatch2026/11/07
Politics
In 5 states, Republicans may lose every statewide executive race on the ballot
Axios2026/11/07
Education
Voters reject Southern Nevada school board candidates backed by Moms for Liberty
The Nevada Independent2026/11/06

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Arrasador triunfo Demócrata: Conclusiones de las elecciones de medio término de Nevada en 2026
Este martes los Demócratas de Nevada tuvieron su mejor noche electoral en décadas, consiguiendo escaños para su partido en todos los niveles. Nuestros periodistas repasan sus principales conclusiones de la noche electoral en Nevada.
The Nevada Independent2026/11/06
Politics
OPINION: A rebuke of MAGA is not an endorsement of Democrats
Tuesday's results demonstrate what happens when a political party forgets it was put in power by a populace far more ideologically diverse than the activists who happen to show up in primaries.
The Nevada Independent2026/11/05
Politics
After blue wave hits Nevada, it trickles down into Clark County
After polling site delays, results show that Democrats fared well in Southern Nevada — even in races where partisan policy stances weren't in play.
The Nevada Independent2026/11/05
Politics
Northern Nevada results: Dems take historic control of Washoe Commission, sweep Reno races
Across the board, Northern Nevada gave way to the blue tsunami that engulfed the U.S. and Nevada, even in ruby red districts and despite Democratic candidates often raising much less money than their Republican opponents.
The Nevada Independent2026/11/05
Politics
Dems' rout opens door to "big test" and a packed 2028 field
Democrats of all political stripes won so big on Tuesday that the party didn't settle its long-running civil war between moderates and progressives.
Axios2026/11/05
Politics
Election 2026: Two incumbent Clark County judges are defeated
Judges Jerry Wiese and Bill Henderson lost Tuesday while Judge Jacob Reynolds led after trailing early. Also, an open Reno District Court seat was filled.
The Nevada Independent2026/11/04
Health
Idaho voters reject abortion ballot measure as Missouri, Nevada and Virginia back access
Nationwide results for abortion ballot initiatives on Tuesday night largely favored protecting access to abortion and other reproductive care, with the exception of Idaho, where a measure that would have restored access to abortion was…
Florida Phoenix2026/11/04
Politics
Teresa Benitez-Thompson consigue para Demócratas escaño del norte de Nevada por primera vez durante ola azul
Benitez-Thompson se sumó a los tres titulares Demócratas del estado en una victoria absoluta en contiendas para la Cámara de Representantes del estado.
The Nevada Independent2026/11/04
Politics
Demócratas de Nevada ganan contienda por la gubernatura, arrasan en otros cargos en una noche histórica
Aaron Ford será el primer gobernador afroamericano del estado, lo que significa que los Demócratas ocuparán todos los cargos a nivel estatal por primera vez desde que JFK fue presidente.
The Nevada Independent2026/11/04
Politics
Teresa Benitez-Thompson flips Northern Nevada House seat for first time in blue wave
Former Assm. Teresa Benitez-Thompson (D-NV) joined the state's three Democratic incumbents in a clean sweep of the state's House races.
The Nevada Independent2026/11/04
Politics
Nevada Democrats lead governor's race, sweep other statewide offices in historic night
Aaron Ford will likely be the state's first Black governor, which means Democrats could hold all statewide offices for the first time since JFK was president.
The Nevada Independent2026/11/04
Politics
Actualizaciones: Resultados de la elección de Nevada 2026
Sigue nuestras actualizaciones sobre los resultados después del cierre de las casillas para ver qué contiendas ha proyectado The Nevada Independent.
The Nevada Independent2026/11/03

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