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Archaeologists using advanced laser technology discovered Betoma, a vast network of pre-Hispanic settlements in Colombia's Sierra Nevada that's 12 times larger than the famous Ciudad Perdida. The find is reshaping what we know about sophisticated indigenous civilizations that thrived in South America.
A University of Nevada scientist has discovered a promising drug that could help protect muscles in patients with deadly Duchenne muscular dystrophy. After 20 years of research, Dean Burkin's team is preparing to test their breakthrough therapy in human trials.
Churchill County High School seniors received more than $3 million in scholarships from local donors, while younger students across the district engaged in hands-on learning from butterfly releases to journalism projects. The awards ceremony and creative classroom activities showcase a community deeply invested in student success. #
Project 150 has helped more than 700 Southern Nevada teens reach college and vocational training through scholarships over the past 15 years. This year alone, over 100 students will receive support to pursue their dreams.
A seismology professor who nearly died by suicide in high school is now running marathons to support suicide prevention. Daniel Trugman shares his story to help students know it's okay to ask for help.
The founding family of Primm, Nevada is working to revive the border town's iconic casino resorts after closures threatened to leave 344 employees jobless. Cory Clemetson, grandson of town founder Ernie Primm, says the family is exploring every option to bring back the once-thriving destination.
The Las Vegas Raiders' Silver & Black Gala raised $2.5 million for mental health services across Nevada, marking the third year of an event that's changing how communities talk about mental wellness. Former player Carl Nassib and broadcaster Jay Glazer received awards for their mental health advocacy.
A NASA planetary scientist who worked on Mars missions joined hundreds of families at Empire Elementary for an evening of rocket launches, student innovation, and hands-on science. The Carson City school has earned Nevada's highest STEM designation for three years running.
Four homeschooled girls from Incline Village just made history by winning Nevada's state chess championship for the third year in a row. They competed against every school in the state, from kindergarten through 12th grade.
When a small plane struck a Nevada mountain at 10,200 feet during a snowstorm, an automatic iPhone crash alert sparked a rescue mission that brought nine agencies together to save a life. Despite heavy clouds, fresh snow, and rugged terrain, rescuers never gave up.
Clark County turned two gymnasiums into a 15,000-square-foot blanket fort for foster children while giving their caregivers a much-needed afternoon break. A high school student designed the entire structure, which may soon hold a Guinness World Record.
A renewable fuels facility in Nevada is turning waste into wins, recovering enough power to light 500 homes and saving over 50,000 gallons of water every single day. The plant shows how clean energy production can get even cleaner.
Truckee Meadows firefighters proved old traditions die hard when they saved a stranded cat from a Reno rooftop on May 7. The furry friend made it back down just in time for dinner.
When 7,000 strangers were stranded in a tiny Canadian town after 9/11, locals showed the world what humanity looks like. Now Nevada audiences can experience that remarkable true story through musical theater.
When a canoe flipped in Nevada's fast-moving Truckee River, trained rescue swimmers dove into action and brought both paddlers to safety. It's a powerful reminder that skilled first responders are ready when outdoor adventures take a dangerous turn.
A Nevada data center now runs on solar power and recycled electric vehicle batteries instead of straining the electric grid. The innovation could solve America's growing energy crisis as AI and data centers push electricity demand to record highs.
After nearly ten years of development, Tesla's electric Semi truck just rolled off its first high-volume production line in Nevada. The facility can produce 50,000 zero-emission trucks annually, marking a major leap for clean freight transportation.
The electric truck that was promised in 2017 is finally rolling off Tesla's high-volume production line in Nevada. Real-world testing begins this week as California port operators put the Semi through its paces.
Tesla's first electric semi truck has officially rolled off its new high-volume production line in Nevada, ending one of the longest waits in the company's history. The affordable, powerful truck could transform America's freight industry while slashing emissions.
Joe Sutton spent years quietly volunteering to drive cancer patients to their treatments. During National Volunteer Week, the cancer survivor himself received a stunning surprise for his dedication.
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