When advocates pushed for the legalization of marijuana in Nevada, one of their arguments in favor of the policy was anticipated elimination of the drug’s black market.

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Nonpartisan election observers will be at the polls this midterm election. A recent study by the Lincy Institute looked at election fraud in the Mountain West. UNLV Political Science professor David Damore gives insight into what the study found.

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Annual 5K walk, volunteer and mental wellness event set for Nov. 21.

Las Vegas Sun

A $2 million gift from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Nevada will help UNLV train more rheumatologists as the state struggles to meet demand for specialized care.

Las Vegas Review Journal

A major healthcare provider is giving $2 million to the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV to help address Southern Nevada’s shortage of physicians.

Las Vegas Sun

The Nevada System of Higher Education has appointed Interim President Chris Heavey to lead the university permanently. Regents approved a three-year contract for Heavey that runs through Oct. 31, 2029.

Las Vegas Review Journal

UNLV Interim President Chris Heavey’s job title got a little shorter.

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The Nevada System of Higher Education Board of Regents has appointed Dr. Chris Heavey as President of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

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After leading the University of Nevada, Las Vegas as interim president since April 2025, Dr. Chris Heavey has been appointed as the university’s permanent president by the Nevada System of Higher Education Board of Regents.

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Heavey has served as interim president since April 2025.

Las Vegas Sun

The Las Vegas City Council on Wednesday unanimously approved a lease agreement with UNLV to establish a satellite campus in the Civic Center building across from City Hall.

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The beloved science communicator was honored at UNLV ahead of his Barrick Lecture Series appearance.