Grim Stories Come Out of Cash-Strapped Classrooms Feb 9, 2010
LAS VEGAS -- Teachers across Las Vegas are bracing for Governor Jim Gibbons' State of the State Address. They wonder how much education will be hit -- from class sizes to salary cuts. (KLAS-TV)
I-Team: Witness Claims Gibbons' Alleged Mistress Funneled Money Feb 9, 2010
LAS VEGAS -- The alleged girlfriend of Nevada Governor Jim Gibbons led a secret life on behalf of Gibbons, according to a sworn deposition filed in a divorce case ... "Leslie liked to go and sit in front of Jim Gibbons' house on Windy Hill and kind of stalk him. And one time, Kathy Karrasch was driving away form the house and Leslie was frantic and mad and she just started chasing her up Windy Hill, and I thought we were going to crash," said Mazaros ... Mazaros said in her sworn deposition that... (KLAS-TV)
Parents, Teachers React to Governor's State of the State Speech Feb 9, 2010
LAS VEGAS - Many parents and teachers paid close attention to Gov. Jim Gibbons' State of the State speech Monday night. Several watch parties took place around the valley including one at the Las Vegas headquarters of the state teachers union. (KLAS-TV)
Governor Gibbons Threatens to Sue KLAS-TV if Stories Continue Feb 9, 2010
Governor Jim Gibbons. Governor Jim Gibbons and Leslie Durant ... LAS VEGAS -- Nevada Governor Jim Gibbons' supporters are putting their own spin on allegations about his personal life. (KLAS-TV)
Rep. Titus Says Federal Money Coming to Clark County Schools Feb 9, 2010
Clark County teachers are now waiting to see how deep the cuts will be from Governor Jim Gibbons. You must be logged in to rate this story. (KLAS-TV)
Company Goes Green, Saves Big Feb 9, 2010
LAS VEGAS -- Governor Jim Gibbons is calling for a 20-percent energy reduction in government offices. Doing so will save the state millions of dollars a year. (KLAS-TV)
Programming Note: State of the State Address Feb 8, 2010
Nevada Governor Jim Gibbons will address the state Monday evening in his State of the State address. Programming for Monday, Feb. 8th. (KLAS-TV)
As more states go green, concerns rise on costs, benefits Feb 7, 2010
The bill signed by Governor Jim Gibbons only requires schools to use environmentally sensitive floor cleaners. In Hawaii, Governor Linda Lingle last year vetoed a bill that would have required the Department of Education to give preference to products approved by Green Seal. (Boston Globe)
Nevada Governor Questioned in Federal Court Feb 6, 2010
LAS VEGAS -- Nevada Governor Jim Gibbons was questioned in a federal courtroom Friday. A federal judge allowed a lawyer for former cocktail waitress Chrissy Mazzeo to question Gibbons under oath in a civil suit. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
I-Team: Larger Classes, Fewer Teachers, 2,300 Jobs Lost at CCSD Feb 5, 2010
Governor Jim Gibbons will announce plans and specific details on a special session during his state of the state address Monday, February 8th. Email your thoughts and comments to or follow him on. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Nevada Higher Education Braces for Deep Cuts Feb 3, 2010
Because of a the projected $1 billion shortfall, Governor Jim Gibbons has told state agencies to prepare to make cuts. The Board of Regents spent Tuesday meeting in Las Vegas to go over their options. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Lawmakers upset over Obama's 2nd anti-Vegas remark Feb 3, 2010
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Nevada Lawmakers to Hold Public Hearings on Budget Crisis Feb 1, 2010
Gov. Jim Gibbons plans a televised address on Feb. 8 to discuss Nevada's fiscal problems and call for a special legislative session. (Copyright 2010 by The Associated Press. (KLAS-TV)
Nevada Won't Pull Out of Medicaid Jan 28, 2010
(AP) -- Gov. Jim Gibbons says he's decided against opting Nevada out of Medicaid, but will urge lawmakers and the state's congressional delegation to work to curb escalating costs. Medicaid provides health coverage for the state's most needy residents. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
More States Require 'Green' Cleaners Jan 28, 2010
The bill signed by Republican Gov. Jim Gibbons only requires schools to use environmentally sensitive floor cleaners. In Hawaii, Republican Gov. Linda Lingle last year vetoed a bill that would have required the Department of Education to give preference to products approved by Green Seal. (KSBW 8, CA)
Sandoval, Reid, Trade Barbs on Budget Planning Jan 28, 2010
Sandoval said his plan would save $500, a claim criticized by incumbent Gov. Jim Gibbons and Reid, who said the math doesn't add up. Since then, the state shortfall has ballooned to nearly $1 billion. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Governor Gibbons Will Call for Special Legislative Session Jan 26, 2010
-- Nevada Gov. Jim Gibbons will deliver a special State of State speech on Feb. 8 to discuss the budget crisis and call for a special legislative session. The governor's office on Monday said meetings are being held to determine what bills will be considered during the special legislative session to plug a shortfall estimated at close to $1 billion. (KLAS-TV)
Obama cites AZ storm emergency, orders fed aid Jan 26, 2010
The statement comes after Nevada Gov. Jim Gibbons ordered the Nevada National Guard to help communities in northern Arizona. FEMA did not immediately return calls from The Associated Press. (KOLD.com, AZ)
Governor Gibbons Sending National Guard to Arizona Jan 25, 2010
Gov. Jim Gibbons has ordered the Nevada National Guard to help flooded communities in northern Arizona. Arizona officials requested air support to assist after heavy flooding in the Flagstaff area. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Gloomy Update on Nevada Economy Jan 23, 2010
Gov. Jim Gibbons convened the forum to update revenue projections for the biennium that ends June 30, 2011. The governor has said a special session of the Legislature is likely to deal with the state's deepening financial crisis. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Nevada Coalition Wants Tax Hike on Mining Industry Jan 20, 2010
They said that money would go a long way toward addressing a looming budget shortfall that Republican Gov. Jim Gibbons says could approach $400 million over the next two years without additional cuts in state health and human services, schools and universities. "We are not opposed to mining. We just know they are making a heck of a lot of money right now," said Jan Gilbert, a lobbyist and co-founder of the Nevada Progressive Leadership Alliance that also is made up of educators and social... (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Gov. Jim Gibbons Considers Opting Nevada Out of Medicaid Jan 16, 2010
Jim Gibbons Considers Opting Nevada Out of Medicaid ... LAS VEGAS - Gov. Jim Gibbons (Nev. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Nevada Governor Wants to Explore Dropping Medicaid Jan 16, 2010
Gov. Jim Gibbons is considering pulling Nevada out of the federal Medicaid health care program. A spokesman for the Republican governor said Thursday that because of the bad economy, the state can no longer cover costs for the program that provides free health care to more than 233,000 Nevadans. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
2010 elections Jan 13, 2010
Editor: Updated: Today Topic. Tuesday, Jan 12, 2010 20:20 EST. (Salon)
Chancellor: Budget Cuts Could Cripple NV Education Jan 13, 2010
The head of Nevada's higher education system says the extra budget cuts sought by Gov. Jim Gibbons could cripple colleges and universities and endanger the $184 million they have been promised in federal stimulus funds. "The state made certain representations about the level of support that would be maintained for education in accepting those stimulus dollars, and those limitations are in full force," Chancellor Dan Klaich said. (KLAS-TV)
ERIN NEFF: 'The start of something big' Jan 10, 2010
Gov. Jim Gibbons didn't get Kihuen's name right during his State of the State welcome to legislative freshmen. The Mexican-born UNLV graduate pronounces his name in a way that reflects how Democrats now view his election in Assembly District 11: Key-Win. (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Opinion)
nevada spending plan: Budget back in black Jan 10, 2010
Now, the nearly $7 billion spending plan proposed by Gov. Jim Gibbons is slightly in the black, Clinger and other state officials said at a media briefing. Advertisement. (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Nevada News)
I-Team: Gov. Gibbons Wants to Sue Feds Over Health Care Changes Jan 10, 2010
LAS VEGAS -- Nevada Governor Jim Gibbons sat down to explain his plans to use state lawyers to stop health care reform and get his education reforms pushed through Carson City. The governor is upset on two fronts: First he wants state staff to write up his education bills for a pending special session and he'll sue to get it done. (KLAS-TV)
Nevada Attorney General Rejects Gov. Gibbons' Request for Ruling Jan 10, 2010
(AP) -- Nevada Attorney General Catherine Cortez Masto is rejecting Gov. Jim Gibbons' request for an immediate ruling on the constitutionality of the U.S. Senate's health care bill. In a statement, Masto said she has been monitoring the legislation and been in contact with other state attorney general offices about the issue. (KLAS-TV)
THE R-J GOES TO A PARTY: Massachusetts scientist honored by Desert Research Institute Jan 10, 2010
This was the 20th annual Nevada Medal event and was chaired by Gov. Jim Gibbons and first lady Dawn Gibbons, although they did not attend the Las Vegas dinner. The governor's proclamation naming April 11 a day for honoring Lindquist and the medal were presented by Dr. Stephen Wells, president of the Desert Research Institute in Las Vegas, and representatives from AT. (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Life)
