A local news stream from the KUNR Public Radio newsroom and regional partners.
Robin Holabird reviews the latest films streaming and showing in Reno-area theaters. Catch this commentary Fridays during Morning Edition at 6:42 a.m. and 8:42 a.m. PT.
Dr. Jankovich has been working as a psychologist since 1974. She works with a range of problems including relationships, depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, grief, trauma, and struggles with life transitions. Rebecca practices what she preaches to not burn out by leaving the office to ride equine races with her horses, and travel the world.
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Reno Rodeo launches first in-house, Spanish-language media team
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The Reno Rodeo may be over, but it launched a new program this year that could change how professional rodeos connect with Spanish-speaking communities.By Jose Davila IV
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Lifeguard shortage forces some Mountain West pools to cut hours, raise wages
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Public swimming pools across the Mountain West are facing lifeguard shortages. To address the problem, some agencies are offering hiring incentives.By Kaleb Roedel
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KUNR Today: Supreme Court says ranked-choice voting can go to ballot, not tax petitions or vouchers
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Read or listen to news headlines for Friday, July 1, 2022.By Michelle Billman, Jose Davila IV, Lucretia Cunningham, Riley Snyder, Sean Golonka, Jackie Valley, Michelle Rindels, The Associated Press
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Advocates say limits to abortion access reinforce white supremacy
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The Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade was a mainstream conservative victory. But the fight against abortion access is a priority for far-right extremists, too.By Bert Johnson
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Washoe County Library System relaunches in-person Drag Queen Story Time
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The Washoe County Library System hosted its first in-person Drag Queen Story Time since 2019 to some protest.By Jose Davila IV
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Breaking down SCOTUS’ decision on Roe v. Wade, possible statewide impacts
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The U.S. Supreme Court has eliminated federal abortion protections, but Nevadans enshrined statewide abortion access in a 1990 voter referendum. KUNR’s Bert Johnson sat down with Emily Hobson, chair of the Gender, Race and Identity department at UNR, to talk about what the ruling could mean for the state.…
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FDA bans Juul e-cigarettes, impacts on Washoe County youth vaping
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The Food and Drug Administration issued marketing denial orders for Juul on Thursday, June 23, forcing the company to stop selling and distributing its products.By Lucretia Cunningham
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Panel of wildfire experts speak on the 'new normal' of climate-driven fire seasons
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A panel of fire science experts convened at the Desert Research Institute (DRI) in Reno to discuss the extent of the devastation caused by climate-driven wildfires and their predictions for the 2022 fire season.By Shelby Herbert
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Proposed NV Energy hikes could compound accelerating regional cost of living
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NV Energy has asked the Public Utilities Commission for a general rate increase for Northern Nevada. It's the first request for a rate increase in 12 years. This news arrives at a difficult moment for customers who are already struggling with the rising cost of living.By Shelby Herbert
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KUNR Today: Nevadans protest the fall of Roe v. Wade, Primary results certified in Nevada counties
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Read or listen to news headlines for Monday, June 27, 2022.By Gustavo Sagrero, Bert Johnson, Mountain West News Bureau, The Associated Press
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Supreme Court ruling triggers abortion bans in Idaho, Utah and Wyoming
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With the U.S. Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade, three states in the Mountain West are immediately impacted by the decision to end the constitutional right to an abortion.By Kaleb Roedel
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As Roe V. Wade is overturned, abortion rights activists in Nevada prepare for consequences
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In a 6-3 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe vs. Wade, the 1973 landmark decision that gave women the right to seek an abortion.By Nevada Public Radio
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KUNR Today: Debbie Smith CTE Academy project delayed, WCSD using federal relief on summer program
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Read or listen to news headlines for Thursday, June 23, 2022.By Jose Davila IV, Gustavo Sagrero, Mountain West News Bureau, The Associated Press
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Abortions rising in most Mountain West states as Roe v. Wade decision looms
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A new report shows the number of abortions in the U.S. rose significantly in recent years, and increases were seen in many Mountain West states – including some that are poised to ban abortion.By Kaleb Roedel
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Some Mountain West towns plan Fourth of July drone shows amid wildfire season
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As wildfire season picks up, some communities in the Mountain West are trying to reduce fire risks. That includes finding new ways to celebrate America’s independence.By Kaleb Roedel
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Breaking down preliminary results for Reno mayor, city council, Washoe Co. commission and school board
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Preliminary results for Washoe County for the 2022 Primary Election have been slow to trickle in. KUNR news director Michelle Billman sat down with reporter Lucia Starbuck to break down some city, county and school board race outcomes so far, though these results remain unofficial until they’re certified, which is scheduled for later this week.…
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Nevada election volunteers talk vigilance and civic responsibility
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On the morning of the Nevada midterm primary election, KUNR’s Shelby Herbert spoke with election workers to understand why they volunteered at polling locations in Washoe Valley and Carson City.By Shelby Herbert
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KUNR Today: Preliminary results still trickling in for local primaries in Washoe County
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Read or listen to news headlines for Friday, June 17, 2022.By Lucia Starbuck, Michelle Billman, Gustavo Sagrero
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Nevada tribe tries to recover native fish amid impacts of dams, climate change
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Climate change and outdated dams are shrinking fish populations across the Mountain West and beyond. That includes a species that a Native American tribe in our region used to rely on.By Kaleb Roedel
For this week’s Movie Minutes, Robin Holabird takes a look at a new film starring Jim Broadbent and Helen Mirren.By Robin Holabird
For this week’s Movie Minutes, Robin Holabird takes a look at the Sci-On Film Festival, which is coming to the Fleischmann Planetarium from May 4-6, 2022.By Robin Holabird
For this week’s Movie Minutes, Robin Holabird takes a look at the new Disneynature film, Polar Bear.By Robin Holabird
For this week’s Movie Minutes, Robin Holabird takes a look at The Contractor, a new film starring Chris Pine.By Robin Holabird
For this week's Movie Minutes, Robin Holabird takes a look at a new British period drama Mothering Sunday.By Robin Holabird
For this week’s Movie Minutes, Robin Holabird takes a look at The Lost City, a new film produced by Sandra Bullock.By Robin Holabird
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The Oscars’ best picture nominees paired with drinks, part 2: Robin’s movie review
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For this week’s Movie Minutes, Robin Holabird continues her pairing of Oscar-nominated films and tasty beverages.By Robin Holabird
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The Oscars’ best picture nominees paired with drinks, part 1: Robin’s movie review
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For this week’s Movie Minutes, Robin Holabird takes a look at some of this year’s Oscar-nominated films and suggests a beverage to enjoy while watching them.
For this week’s Movie Minutes, Robin Holabird takes a look at a Japanese film that showed up on many top 10 lists — including her own.By Robin Holabird
For this week’s Movie Minutes, Robin Holabird checks out a film you may have missed.By Robin Holabird
For this week’s Movie Minutes, KUNR entertainment reviewer Robin Holabird takes a look at a new take on a classic.By Robin Holabird
For this week’s Movie Minutes, KUNR entertainment reviewer Robin Holabird takes a look at a new film that takes viewers into the world of horse racing.By Robin Holabird
For this week’s Movie Minutes, KUNR entertainment reviewer Robin Holabird takes a look at some of her favorite film and TV locations – in time for award season.By Robin Holabird
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‘The Worst Person in the World’: Robin’s movie review
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For this week’s Movie Minutes, KUNR entertainment reviewer Robin Holabird has this review of a romantic film that doesn’t follow the path you’d expect.By Robin Holabird
For this week's Movie Minutes, KUNR Entertainment Reviewer Robin Holabird looks at a simple yet captivating film from a Spanish director.By Robin Holabird
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‘The Tragedy of Macbeth’: Robin’s movie review
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For this week’s Movie Minutes, KUNR entertainment reviewer Robin Holabird looks at a remake of a classic from a famous director.By Robin Holabird
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‘The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain’: Robin’s movie review
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For this week’s Movie Minutes, KUNR entertainment reviewer Robin Holabird has this look at a film that highlights a serious — and troubling — trend in America.By Robin Holabird
For this week’s Movie Minutes, KUNR entertainment reviewer Robin Holabird looks at a new film about the pitfalls of modern life.By Robin Holabird
For this week’s Movie Minutes, KUNR entertainment reviewer Robin Holabird looks at a new film that takes us back to the 1970s.By Robin Holabird
For this week’s Movie Minutes, KUNR entertainment reviewer Robin Holabird looks at a new take on a famous musical.By Robin Holabird
New Year’s Eve, time to look back on the year, and forward to the future.By Dr. Rebecca Jankovich
The Holidays can be a difficult time because of the expectations that all should be good in your life.By Dr. Rebecca Jankovich
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Why Do I Have To Be The One To Make All The Changes?: Relationships With Dr. Jankovich
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What I’m about to say does not apply to people in relationships in which physical, verbal or emotional abuse occurs.By Dr. Rebecca Jankovich
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What Makes You Grateful: Relationships With Dr. Jankovich
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Today is a time to consider what makes you grateful.By Dr. Rebecca Jankovich
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Whether to Bail Out: Relationships With Dr. Jankovich
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It is a wrenching decision whether you bail your child out of jail.By Dr. Rebecca Jankovich
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Knowing Your Child Is Anxious: Relationships With Dr. Jankovich
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It’s hard to know when your child’s behavior is out of the ordinary.By Dr. Rebecca Jankovich
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Friends Listen: Relationships With Dr. Jankovich
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There’s an art in how to listen to someone talking, whether it be telling a story or discussing a problem.By Dr. Rebecca Jankovich
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Resiliency: Relationships With Dr. Jankovich
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Resiliency is being able to adapt to whatever happens, as opposed to reacting to changes with anger, hopelessness or despair.By Dr. Rebecca Jankovich
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‘PMS is not just a cliché’: Relationships With Dr. Jankovich
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Dr. Barrett, a neuroscientist, reported in the New York Times (‘PMS is not just a cliché’. NYT, 6/8/2019) that Premenstrual Syndrome is a real, biological event for some women; the hormonal changes prior to flow of menses, cause women with PMS to experience more intense and negative emotions.By Dr. Rebecca Jankovich
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Interpreting Motives: Relationships With Dr. Jankovich
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I worked with a couple having an intense fight.By Dr. Rebecca Jankovich
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'I Told You So': Relationships With Dr. Jankovich
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It feels so good to be right…so good that you want to say “I told you so” when what you predicted, comes true.By Dr. Rebecca Jankovich