In January, Washoe County created the role of Behavioral Health Administrator to oversee and improve the system for mental health and substance abuse issues in our community.
Nevada State Senator Julia Ratti who serves in the 13th District which covers parts of Washoe County that include Reno and Sparks announced she is resigning.
Governor Steve Sisolak signed two bills on Wednesday that will strengthen access to affordable health care for Nevadans.
The Nevada Senate has passed a bill that would enact state-level health care protections for people with pre-existing conditions.
Senator Nicole Cannizzaro of Las Vegas takes over as the Majority Leader, following Sen. Kelvin Atkinson's resignation.
With control of the legislature and governor's office, democrats could pass more progressive bills during the 80th Legislative Session.
Picture a public forum discussing an issue of public policy: in attendance, dozens of elected officials.
Are there any kids in your image? Probably not. But on Tuesday night, a forum just like that discussed gun violence at McQueen High School.
Local Democrats are busy working the phones, hoping to sway Senator Dean Heller toward a 'no' vote on the Senate's newest healthcare bill.
The owners of Mynt Cannabis Dispensary in downtown Reno, are counting down the days until they can sell their marijuana recreationally.
Sparks Councilwoman Julia Ratti was recently appointed by the Washoe County Commission to the State Senate representing District 13 for the 30th Special Session of the Nevada Legislature which begins Monday, October 10. Ratti was not seeking re-election to her Ward 1 Sparks City Council seat. She has resigned as a member of the Sparks City Council effective Sunday, October 9.