Nevada
Trump is considering data centers on 6 states' public land — some state officials say they had no idea
If the administration approves the proposed projects, data center and data center-related developments will cover 17,600 acres of public land.
Brightline West’s future may rely on $6 billion federal loan
The company has until Nov. 2 to make a $400 million equity investment into its proposed high-speed rail line.
Nevada breaks ground on state's first wastewater-to-drinking-water plant
After initial treatment, the water will sit in a groundwater aquifer for years to filter further before it is pumped into the city’s tap water.
Judge strikes down Trump-backed data center on public land
The Biden administration originally approved the same patch of federal land for a solar farm in 2023.
Nevada sues feds to block Colorado River cuts
The federal government’s newly released plan for managing the Colorado River’s dwindling water supply could cause Nevada to lose over 70% of its allocated water.
Las Vegas debuts new bus rapid transit
The project also brings widened sidewalks and more trees to the Maryland Parkway corridor.
Why a Colorado River water conservation agreement is so hard to reach
As the nation's two largest reservoirs hit their lowest levels on record, what would it take to avert the crisis? An expert weighs in.
Las Vegas is building its first protected bike lane
The new lane connects Henderson and the Las Vegas Raiders headquarters via Starr Avenue.
Federal proposal calls for mandatory water cuts to Arizona, California and Nevada
The Bureau of Reclamation stepped in after states failed to come to an agreement over Colorado River water use reductions.
Beavers and bobcats populate a 210-acre 'secret garden' in Las Vegas
The Clark County Wetlands Park is home to over 300 species of birds and 70 species of mammals.
Boulder City appeals BLM approval of data center on public land
The data center's developer previously applied for a permit to build a solar farm, a project Boulder officials say is a far cry from the more energy-intensive data center now being proposed.
Nevada transit trends being reshaped by demographic changes
Southern Nevada is one region seeing population growth, putting increased pressure on its roads and transit systems.
Two out of three transit riders in Las Vegas don't own a car
As gas and insurance prices rise, car commuting is becoming more unaffordable to working Americans, leaving them reliant on their local transit systems.
Clark County approves major Las Vegas data center
County officials say they will honor existing land use agreements for a data center operator, but are weighing more stringent regulations for future projects.
New agreement would let Arizona, Nevada use water from California desalination plant
The plan will help reduce strain on Lake Mead during extreme drought periods.
Where's the nearest bike rack? This Las Vegas map shows you.
Because bike parking is often on private property, it's difficult for cyclists to know where they can find it.
Hoover Dam’s power output could drop 40% this year due to drought
The dam's turbines provide power to Nevada, Arizona and California, including Las Vegas and Los Angeles
Las Vegas-area development promises over 900 homes below market price
The master-planned Henderson community promises a variety of home types and parks, trails and other amenities.
These Las Vegas tiny homes can be assembled in an hour
The city approved a project using modular microhousing units that will rent for roughly $1,000 per month.
Nevada is no Longer a Haven of Housing Affordability
Large investors own 11 percent of single-family rentals in Las Vegas — far above the national average of 3 percent.
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FREE Course: Walkable City 1: Why Walkability?
After describing his path towards focusing on walkability as the essence of good planning, Jeff Speck marches through his five principal reasons for making more walkable places.
Reinventing Malls: Planning Alchemy—Turning Gray Fields Into Gold
The course focuses on the opportunities and imperatives that shape reinvention of mall sites.
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