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Resort wants to upgrade, operate sledding area

Operators of the Las Vegas Ski & Snowboard Resort want to create a snow play area in Lee Canyon including parking, restrooms, warming hut and concessions stand.

Bill would ban transgender job discrimination

A Clark County district judge told legislators Friday that if they don’t pass a bill outlawing job discrimination against transgender people, then “that is tantamount to allowing discrimination to continue.”

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Bill aims to boost economic development in Nevada

The state of Nevada would invest millions of dollars in private businesses and academic research and streamline its economic development agencies under bill being considered in the Legislature.

Bill aims to halt damage to homes in foreclosure

A bill before the Nevada Legislature would make it a felony to intentionally damage or remove any part of a home that the occupant knew was in foreclosure. A homeowner or renter who breaks the law could face one to four years in prison and up to $5,000 in fines.

Internet poker supporters point to tax dollars; opponents question legality

Despite the promises of jobs, increased tax dollars and the potential of technology businesses locating to Nevada, a lobbyist for the casino industry told lawmakers Thursday one important aspect would keep them from approving Internet poker in the Silver State.