KNPR Discussions

KNPR Nevada Public Radio

KNPR presents thoughtful and informed discussions on everything from politics to dining. Senators, student journalists, consumer advocates, religious leaders, and gang members: our panels make for riveting radio. Refreshes weekdays. 5-35 minutes.

  • 26 minutes 20 seconds
    Why Nevada's Wildlife Commission is under scrutiny
    Nevada has hundreds of boards and commissions whose members are chosen by government officials. So, why has the Nevada Wildlife Commission been scrutinized in recent years?
    26 April 2024, 7:01 pm
  • 25 minutes 52 seconds
    The Impact Of AZ Abortion Ban On Nevada
    Two weeks ago, Arizona's Supreme Court banned all abortions, except when a mother's life is in danger. State of Nevada looked at the potential impact on the medical community and more in Nevada.
    25 April 2024, 6:53 pm
  • 14 minutes 3 seconds
    'Nevada is like a definition of a bellwether state'
    Adam Harris from The Atlantic Magazine discusses the challenges facing democracy, insights from young voters and the need for a greater focus on education.
    23 April 2024, 6:20 pm
  • 11 minutes 42 seconds
    UNLV looking to broaden Jewish studies and campus engagement with new Jewish Affinity Group
    UNLV is hoping to expand its Jewish studies programs, as well as provide a place for Jewish faculty and staff to gather with the recent launch of a Jewish Affinity Group as part of their Division for Diversity Initiatives.
    23 April 2024, 5:43 pm
  • 12 minutes 7 seconds
    Phish pulls out all the stops at Sphere debut
    The jam band and frequent Las Vegas performer uses the innovative venue to its fullest potential during the first of its four-night stand.
    22 April 2024, 6:46 pm
  • 16 minutes 53 seconds
    Recent grants make headway for big transportation projects in Southern Nevada
    The Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada recently received 150 million in grants to overhaul the Maryland Parkway corridor in Las Vegas, along with additional millions to improve the Charleston Corridor. What type of improvements will this bring to two of Southern Nevada's busiest street corridors?
    18 April 2024, 5:26 pm
  • 25 minutes 27 seconds
    The state of Southern Nevada's housing market In 2024
    Economists say the economy is booming, and inflation is finally going down; yet the housing market in Las Vegas is still too expensive for many Nevadans. How sustainable is this housing market and will interest rates go down even lower in 2024?
    17 April 2024, 8:33 pm
  • 26 minutes 23 seconds
    Are abortion rights in Nevada really safe?
    Nevada Sen. Nicole Cannizzaro joined State of Nevada to answer questions from listeners on everything from business tax incentives to careless pet owners.
    17 April 2024, 8:32 pm
  • 10 minutes 58 seconds
    How will demolishing an old motel help preserve Lake Tahoe's clarity?
    Lake Tahoe is an ecological gym, the clearest lake in the United States. Residents there are working to maintain the lake's famous clarity. Their latest move involves purchasing an old Motel 6.
    15 April 2024, 6:02 pm
  • 15 minutes 22 seconds
    Nevada Gov mulls special session as state account runs low on cash
    Governor Lombardo says the state needs new money to shore up an account that pays for unanticipated expenses. He’s hinted at holding a special session to add money to that account.
    15 April 2024, 4:42 pm
  • O.J. Simpson's life in Las Vegas (aired 2019)
    Since his 2017 release, Simpson had been living in Las Vegas, and Linda Deutsch was able to talk with him. He died at age 76 on April 10, 2024.
    12 April 2024, 5:00 pm
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