Massive development at Palisades Tahoe approved despite community opposition
After a nine-hour public meeting, a controversial development was approved for Olympic Valley. By Kat Fulwider/KUNR.
Alumni Highlight: Meet Hannah Truby, Editorial Coordinator for the Mountain Gazette
Reynolds School alumna Hannah Truby is writing, photographing, and advocating for the environment through her work with the Mountain Gazette.
Palisades Tahoe’s future to be decided at public meeting
A controversial development in Olympic Valley will have a final hearing at the Placer County Board of Supervisors meeting Nov. 19. By Kat Fulwider/KUNR.
Earthquakes are shaking things up in Nevada
A swarm of over 300 earthquakes shook the town of Goldfield, Nevada, in September. Does this mean a big one is on the way? By Kat Fulwider/KUNR.
Lake Tahoe named oldest lake in North America, third oldest in the world
Lake Tahoe is the biggest alpine lake in North America. It’s also the oldest, new research shows. By Kat Fulwider/KUNR.
Meet Dr. Suyeon Yi, Korea’s First Astronaut
In 2008, Dr. Suyeon Yi made history as the first Korean to travel to space. Learn more about Dr. Yi and her experiences in this Q&A with Vanesa de la Cruz Pavas.
Keeping it Light: Q&A with Nathan Hurner, Public Affairs Specialist for U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
A conversation on the essential role of humor in communicating science to the public. By Vanesa de la Cruz Pavas.
Lake Tahoe Restoration Reauthorization Act signed into law
On October 1, President Biden signed legislation to extend the Lake Tahoe Restoration Act of 2016 through September of 2034. By Kat Fulwider/KUNR.
Photo essay: A resident’s view of the Davis fire
In September, the Davis Fire burned over 5,800 acres and placed 14,000 people under evacuation notices. One RSJ graduate student lives in southern Washoe Valley and watched the event unfold. Photo essay by Ali Dickson.
What does it take to fight a wildfire? The Davis fire gave us a glimpse.
A look behind the scenes at the Davis fire’s incident command center. By Kat Fulwider/KUNR.