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Toddlers exposed to prenatal air pollution linked to lower cognition, CU Boulder study finds

Toddlers exposed to prenatal air pollution linked to lower cognition, CU Boulder study finds

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Tanya Alderete, an assistant professor of integrative physiology at CU Boulder who led the study, said pollution can increase inflammation and stress on an unborn child. She said pregnant women can reduce risks by staying indoors when the air quality is unhealthy and using an air purifier at home.See the Story
Climate law could mean 92,000 jobs in the Mountain West, think tank predicts
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Climate law could mean 92,000 jobs in the Mountain West, think tank predicts

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The Mountain West could see nearly 92,000 jobs during that span, based on data released on Jan. 20. Colorado was predicted to see the largest share at more than 25,100 jobs, followed closely by Arizona at 24,600. More than half of the jobs created or preserved will be in construction and manufacturing.See the Story
Most candidates stand by GOP donor who promoted outlandish conspiracy theories – The Nevada Independent
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Most candidates stand by GOP donor who promoted outlandish conspiracy theories – The Nevada Independent

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Washoe County Sheriff Darin Balaam and Washoe County District Attorney Chris Hicks have donated campaign contributions they received from Robert Beadles to nonprofit groups. The comments came after The Nevada Independent, KUNR Public Radio and American Public Media published a story last month. The story detailed his promotion of conspiracy theories and references to antisemitic propaganda.See the Story

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Marijuana · Reno

Contaminated cannabis found in more than 100 dispensaries across Nevada

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contaminated edibles, flower, pre-rolls and concentrates from numerous brands were sold by more than a hundred marijuana dispensaries. This includes some dispensaries in Reno, Sparks and Las Vegas. Products were harvested at Clark Natural Medicinal Solutions, LLC, and treated with ethephon, a plant growth regulator.See the Story

Celebrating a Mexican tradition in Northern Nevada

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Three Kings Day, or Epiphany, is when it is believed the three wise men presented baby Jesus with gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh. The oval shape of the rosca is the infinite love for baby Jesus. The tiny plastic figure symbolizes the hiding of the baby Jesus from King Herod's troops.See the Story
Drought

Mountain West states getting millions in federal funds for drought resilience

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More than $1.7 million will pay for Las Vegas Valley homeowners using septic tanks to convert to the municipal sewer system. This recycles water back into Lake Mead, which is fed by the drought-stricken Colorado River. Utah is getting the largest chunk of funds among states in the Mountain West.See the Story
Robotics

UNR’s Wolf Pack Bots build coding and literacy skills through robotics

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The Wolf Pack Bots are six Latinx fourth through eighth grade students at the University of Nevada, Reno. They are competing in the First LEGO League Northern Nevada qualifying competition at Mendive Middle School in Sparks. The competition also includes a research project that requires the students to design a solution to a problem they see in the world related to the energy theme.See the Story
Climate Change

Fire weather extremes make prescribed burns riskier, but more essential than ever

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For Nevada land managers — including many with ties to local tribes — climate change is making it more difficult to implement prescribed burns.See the Story
Election Day

Long lines on Election Day in Reno despite harsh weather

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Despite heavy snow impacting the Reno area, the number of voters at the UNR Joe Crowley Student Union grew from tens to hundreds in under five hours. Some students showed up early in the morning hoping to beat the crowds before heading out for their daily activities. Nevada counts mail-in ballots postmarked by Election Day and received by Saturday.See the Story

Flood watch issued for Northern Nevada and Eastern California, find a sandbag location near you

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The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for Northeastern California and Western Nevada from Friday morning through Saturday evening. River, creek, and stream flooding, especially on the east fork of the Carson River near Gardnerville, is possible. Fire scar areas are also a concern, particularly where the Tamarack Fire burned.See the Story
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