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"They are not the shoplifters that we’re used to."
- Melanie Scheible (D) State Senate Judiciary Chair, says Nevada’s rise in smash-and-grab thefts reflects a more aggressive type of property crime, prompting her push to revive a targeted penalty during the upcoming special session. - Friday, November 14, 2025.
"I think we need some adult supervision in the legislature."
- George Harris, Candidate for State Senate #8, says his business background and management experience motivated him to run, arguing the state needs stronger leadership on issues like crime, education, and policing. - Thursday, November 13, 2025.
"I haven’t heard the T-word from anybody. And no, I don’t think that would be something we would entertain at this time."
- Shelley Berkley, Mayor of Las Vegas, says despite financial pressure from the $600 million Badlands settlement and lower tourism-driven revenue, she is not considering tax increases. - Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
"The return on investment for the state is still less than $1 for every tax dollar that they invest."
- McKenna Ross, Reporter, Las Vegas Review Journal, says lawmakers remain divided over whether proposed film tax credits are worth the cost, as Nevada weighs using public money to recruit movie studios to Southern Nevada. - Tuesday, November 11, 2025.
"Half a million people in Nevada rely on that to feed their babies."
- Helen Foley, President, Foley Public Affairs, warns the ongoing federal shutdown could halt food stamp assistance, creating a crisis for families across the state and straining Nevada’s ability to provide essential services. - Friday, November 7, 2025.
"These are underworld poker games."
- Geoff Schumacher, VP, Exhibits and Programs, The Mob Museum, explains that recent federal indictments exposed mob-linked poker operations using technology such as X-ray tables, marked cards, and rigged shuffling machines to cheat wealthy players out of millions of dollars in private games. - Thursday, November 6, 2025.
"I think it’s a mess. I don’t think it’s good for our state. I call it a big boondoggle."
- Sig Rogich, President Rogich Communications, opposes the proposed film tax credit package, calling it a mistake for Nevada that would not create lasting jobs. - Wednesday, November 5, 2025.
"Negativity is the most powerful motivating force."
- Kalani Tissot, Fundraising Consultant, says negative messaging drives voter action more effectively than positive appeals. He adds that while urgency and competitiveness is vital in political fundraising, he avoids over-the-top “house is on fire” tactics used by some national firms. - Tuesday, November 4, 2025.
"Homelessness is still on the rise here, however, as a community, we have potential solutions."
- Sara Ramirez, CEO, Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada, explains collaboration between nonprofits and local governments is critical to identifying service gaps and strengthening the region’s safety net. - Friday, October 31, 2025.
"Health care and investing in children should not be partisan issues."
- Elisa Cafferata, Executive Director, Children’s Advocacy Alliance says political divisions shouldn’t stand in the way of supporting children’s health and well-being, adding that the U.S. could learn from international models that make care more affordable and accessible. - Thursday, October 30, 2025.
"If you can visualize it, you can have it."
- Reflecting on TRI’s ups and downs, Lance Gilman, Former Storey County Commissioner/Nashville Recording Star, urges entrepreneurs to commit fully and work daily toward a clear vision. - Wednesday, October 29, 2025.
"These are people that we trust and we love and have known."
- Mackenzie Warren Kay, Attorney, Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck, says the impacts of mass deportations are becoming personal for many families, noting that immigration policies are affecting neighbors, coworkers, and longtime community members in Nevada. - Tuesday, October 28, 2025.
"Our budget is so directly impacted by what’s happening with tourism."
- Mike Draper, Partner, Argentum Partners, explains that because Nevada’s economy remains heavily tied to gaming and travel revenues, even brief slowdowns can have ripple effects. He adds that while Las Vegas is resilient and innovative, the state must stay attentive to fluctuations in tourism. - Friday, October 24, 2025.
"They play the long game, and we play the short term."
- Congresswoman Dina Titus CD 1 says China’s generational approach to global strategy puts the U.S. at a disadvantage, noting that tariff policies have hurt American farmers while benefiting competitors like Argentina. - Thursday, October 23, 2025.
"Reno is a place that people want to be."
- Devon Reese, Reno City Councilman, Ward 5 says major new investments—from billion-dollar resort projects to proposed entertainment districts—show confidence in Reno’s future growth. He explains that the next 10 years are going to be really transformational to Reno. - Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
"The hybrid market is hot. That’s what consumers want."
- Andrew MacKay, Executive Director, Nevada Franchised Auto Dealers Association, says hybrid models give drivers the best of both worlds, combining performance and efficiency while eliminating range anxiety. He adds that Toyota’s decision to stay focused on hybrids—while other automakers rushed toward all-electric—has proven correct. - Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
