The U.S. government has launched a probe into the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, examining its handling of alleged antisemitism on campus, amid growing concerns over discrimination and free speech protections.
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The National Education Association highlights 5 Black leaders who played crucial roles in shaping the labor movement, championing workers’ rights and social justice through decades of activism and leadership.
The debate over critical race theory intensifies in Nevada schools as parents and educators clash over curriculum content. Lawmakers face mounting pressure to address the teaching of race and history.
The “No Kings” protest in Las Vegas drew attention to local governance and social justice issues, with demonstrators calling for transparency and accountability. Organizers stressed peaceful advocacy amid growing community concerns.
The FBI is investigating texts targeting Latino and LGBTQ communities with threats of deportation and forced “re-education.” Authorities warn these messages aim to intimidate vulnerable groups, raising concerns over coordinated harassment.
The U.S. Inequality Debate, explored by the Council on Foreign Relations, highlights growing economic disparities and their impact on social stability, policy, and global competitiveness. Experts call for urgent reform measures.
The Human Rights Campaign reports a disturbing rise in fatal violence against transgender and gender-expansive individuals in 2024. Advocates call for urgent measures to address this ongoing crisis.
WATCH: UnidosUS, a leading Latino civil rights group, held its annual conference in Las Vegas, focusing on key issues like immigration, voting rights, and economic justice. PBS covered the event live.
Latina hotel workers in Las Vegas are uniting their labor power with political activism to demand better wages and working conditions, reshaping the city’s hospitality industry and labor landscape.
Meet the Asian American woman breaking barriers in Las Vegas politics. She’s redefining leadership and championing diversity, paving the way for greater representation in the city’s evolving political landscape.