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Where to vote: Midterm Election voting sites
Any Clark County registered voter may vote in person at any early voting site or Election Day vote center instead of by mail.
Endorsements for the midterm election in Southern Nevada
Carefully review this election guide for endorsements from Las Vegas Weekly.
Feeling trapped? Voting is the way out
The 2026 general election, colloquially known as the midterms, kicks off in Nevada with early voting October 17-October 30. Election Day is November 3.
President Trump holds rally outside Las Vegas; Democrats issue response ahead of midterm election
President Donald Trump held a rally outside of Las Vegas Wednesday, as he makes his way across the southwest to campaign for republicans ahead of November's midterm election.
Meet the candidates on 2026 ballots in Las Vegas, but not on televised debates
For the first time in a history steeped in generations of rich, even-handed political coverage, KLAS-TV will not host a political debate this election season.
Veteran public official running as nonpartisan shakes up Clark County Commission race
A strong nonpartisan candidate with backing from one of the state’s most prominent unions is putting a twist in the race to represent Clark County Commission District F. The District F race features Democrat Minja Yan, a progressive political newcomer; Republ…
City councilman and state Democratic Party chair compete to lead North Las Vegas
North Las Vegas City Councilman Scott Black will face Democratic Assemblymember Daniele Monroe-Moreno in a contentious fight over who will become the city’s next mayor. Five candidates ran during the primary election, but none were able to secure more than 50…
Nevada campaigns ramp up messaging ahead of early voting
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- It's election season, and early voting is now just 10 days away. It starts Saturday, October 17, in Nevada and runs through Friday, October 30. Campaigns on both sides of the aisle ramp up their messaging. Nevada is an important and pivota…
Las Vegas sign to glow yellow, orange, and turquoise for Indigenous Peoples' Day
Clark County Commissioner Tick Segerblom will host a special ceremony at the "Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas" sign on Monday, Oct. 12, at 4 p.m. to celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day.
Las Vegas insists county deal is unfair, declines to talk county’s $338M claim
During a regularly scheduled Las Vegas City Council meeting, Janssen responded to several claims made on Tuesday by the Clark County Commission which called the city’s amendment a “money grab.”
‘Paying our fair share:’ Clark County fires back at Las Vegas over alleged debts
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- A Las Vegas city-county fight on Tuesday captivated neighbors caught in the crossfire. The political disagreement about just who-owes-who money, and one side is pointing to a $338 million receipt. The Clark County Commission addressed the…
AI cybersecurity threats raise concerns ahead of midterm elections
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing the way we live and work but as the technology gets more powerful, cybersecurity experts are warning it can also give criminals and foreign actors new tools to target Americans. More than 6,000 p…
Two candidates want to represent Las Vegas' Ward 2. Here's where they stand
See where firefighter Luke McCarthy and attorney Shannon Nordstrom fall on issues ranging from e-bikes and homelessness to budget deficits.
Long-time judge draws challenger in Clark County Dept. 30
Clark County District Judge Jerry Wiese is seeking a fourth term on the bench. Wiese first won election in 2010. He was reelected in 2014 and was not challenged in 2020. “I’ve been a judge for 16 years, and I’m just trying to keep my job,” he told the Current…
Politics and Government
Politics and Government News from Las Vegas, Clark County and Nevada, including Nevada Legislature news.
Nevada, Clark County education associations respond to governor's data center order
Both state and county education associations have responded to Governor Joe Lombardo's data center-related executive order. While the county supports the governor's decision, the state disagrees.
Here's where the Henderson candidates stand on the issues
The city has been plagued by staff changes, public fights and vicious rumors. Mayoral and council hopefuls want to change that.
Here's where the candidates stand on the issues in Nevada's 1st Congressional District
As state Sen. Carrie Buck (R-Henderson) seeks to oust longtime incumbent Rep. Dina Titus (D-NV), this battleground seat makes for a competitive race.
Where do the candidates in Nevada's 4th Congressional District stand on the issues?
Rep. Steven Horsford (D-NV) and Cody Whipple (R) are squaring off for the seat spanning North Las Vegas and central Nevada. Here's what they believe.
Candidates in fast-growing North Las Vegas share views on growth, affordability and more
Once teetering on the edge of bankruptcy, North Las Vegas is making a comeback. These prospective leaders say they're ready to tackle its big-city challenges.
Legislators could fix property tax, they ‘just don’t politically want to,’ says revenue chair
If Nevada lawmakers want to reform the state’s complicated and widely criticized property tax structure, a number of already vetted options are available. State Sen. Dina Neal (D-North Las Vegas) this week had the Legislature’s nonpartisan fiscal staff lay ou…