From monkeys to desert tortoises: how wildlife crossings differ from Costa Rica to Nevada
Every year, thousands of animals are killed on Nevada’s roads. Costa Rica is facing a similar problem. By Kathleen Leslie/KUNR.
Funding Cuts Affect UNR Science Professors
Federal funding cuts affected science departments at UNR, and professors have concerns over the future of their work. By Ali Dickson/KUNR.
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.
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.
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.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service proposes endangered listing for small desert fish
A small freshwater fish may be listed under the Endangered Species Act, according to a proposal submitted on Aug. 7. By Sydney Peerman/KUNR.
A Pollution Solution? Why South Lake Tahoe has banned single-use plastic water bottles
Will a new plastic bottle ban curb plastic pollution at Lake Tahoe? Hitchcock Project reporter Amanda Durham explores the science behind a new South Lake Tahoe city ordinance and how it may help.
Moose on the Move: A Surprising New Species Arrives in Nevada
Moose are in Nevada! Learn the facts about our new neighbors and where they came from in this animated short by Ray Grosser.
The Opposite Road: While the UK Bans Dog Breeds, Nevada Has Long Since Banned Breed-Based Discrimination
Should a dog be deemed aggressive, based solely on its breed? The state of Nevada doesn’t think so. By Amanda Durand.
Nevada Supreme Court ruling could spell change for water management in the Silver State
A recent Nevada Supreme Court ruling is an important win for conservations, local seniors and wildlife. By Kat Fulwider.