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Nevada woman among the 6 who reported serious side effects of J&J COVID-19 vaccine
An 18-year-old Nevada woman recently reported suffering serious side effects from the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine.
By:
Jordan Gartner
and last updated 2021-04-15 14:57:38-04
CARSON CITY — During Wednesday’s public federal Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) meeting, the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services says it learned that a Nevadan was one of the six reported serious reactions to the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine.
The state of Nevada was not informed of the reported reaction until the live, public meeting on Wednesday, according to the Nevada Health Response team. At that time, it was reported that the person in Nevada is an 18-year-old woman who reported a blood clot and a hemorrhage without an immediate word of recovery.

Bikers want answers after arrests, citations issued in Las Vegas confrontation
Some bikers are asking for an explanation after a large bike ride around downtown Las Vegas ended with some of them, including minors, in handcuffs. Joe Bartels reports.
and last updated 2021-04-16 02:36:34-04
LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Some bikers are asking for an explanation after a large bike ride around downtown Las Vegas ended with some of them, including minors, in handcuffs and a clash with police officers.
The movement, they call the "BikeLife," has been steadily growing through social media, especially Instagram, amid the pandemic.
"We've been doing this for two years and since COVID hit, that's when a lot of people were buying bikes and coming outside," explained Roman "Chop" Delrosario who operates the Instagram account for Team Seven.

Nevada DMV evaluating capacity options, continues to recommend online services
As the state plans to lift capacity limits and fully reopen by June 1, those trying to make an appointment at the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles might wonder if the change will help with longer-than-normal lines at offices around the valley.
and last updated 2021-04-16 11:13:51-04
LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — As the state plans to lift capacity limits and fully reopen by June 1, those trying to make an appointment at the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles might wonder if the change will help with longer-than-normal lines at offices around the Las Vegas valley.

Nevada woman reports serious side effects to Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine
An 18-year-old Nevada woman recently reported suffering serious side effects from the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine.
and last updated 2021-04-15 14:25:20-04
CARSON CITY (KTNV) — During Wednesday’s public federal Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) meeting, the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services says it learned that a Nevadan was one of the six reported serious reactions to the Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) COVID-19 vaccine.
The state of Nevada was not informed of this reported reaction until the live, public meeting on Wednesday, according to the Nevada Health Response team. At that time, it was reported that the person in Nevada is an 18-year-old woman who reported a blood clot and a hemorrhage without an immediate word of recovery.

UPDATE: Nevada DETR reports ongoing website errors for UI claimants
PUA claim issues resolved, office says
The state unemployment department reports its website is still experiencing a few errors when it comes to accepting Unemployment Insurance claims.
Posted at 7:23 AM, Apr 15, 2021
and last updated 2021-04-15 15:04:45-04
LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — The state unemployment department reports its website is still experiencing a few errors when it comes to accepting Unemployment Insurance claims.
Thursday, the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR) sent out a note stating previous issues affecting some UI claimants were still occurring.
The department also says it continues to work to resolve the problems as quickly as possible and expects the issue to be resolved in time for next week’s claim filing.

Nevada veterans should get $1,400 starting this week
Nevada veterans will receive help thanks to the American Rescue Plan. Those who receive veterans benefits should be getting up to $1400 dollars starting this week.
and last updated 2021-04-15 10:40:14-04
LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Nevada veterans will receive help thanks to the American Rescue Plan.
Those who receive veterans benefits should be getting up to $1,400 dollars starting this week.
The latest round of payments applies specifically to veterans and their beneficiaries who receive Compensation and Pension benefits and who don't normally file a tax return.
For most, money will be deposited electronically.
Paper checks should be received over the next several days.

23 states have done away with the death penalty, and now Nevada is one step closer to joining that list as a new bill passed through the Nevada Assembly.
However, one Las Vegas family says the man who murdered their daughter deserves to die.

Cosmopolitan hotel-casino promises $1M in cash bonuses if employees vaccinated by May 1
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and last updated 2021-04-14 02:04:37-04
LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — The Cosmopolitan hotel-casino on the Las Vegas Strip has committed to paying up to $1 million in cash bonuses if 80% of its workforce receives their first dose by May 1.
The resort sent the following statement:
In response to the Nevada Gaming Control Board’s clear direction to gaming companies to accelerate the vaccination of its workforce, effective April 13, The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas will launch the next phase of its COVID-19 vaccination plan as a continuation of the resort’s ongoing health and safety measures. To incentivize employees to receive the vaccine as soon as possible, the resort will commit to pay upwards of $1M in total cash bonuses should 80% of the workforce receive their first dose by May 1. Employees who have yet to receive the vaccine are strongly encouraged to take advantage of the resort’s free onsite vaccination clinic. Employees who choose not to get the vaccine will be required to test weekly.

Nevada Highway Patrol trooper's close call caught on camera
A close call for a Nevada Highway Patrol trooper last weekend was caught on camera. The trooper was almost hit by a drunk driver.
and last updated 2021-04-14 02:58:22-04
LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — A close call for a Nevada Highway Patrol trooper last weekend was caught on camera. The trooper was almost hit by a drunk driver.
It happened on Interstate 15 near Allegiant Stadium.
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Nevada Highway Patrol says it arrested several drunk drivers Sunday night.

The first known cases of the Brazilian COVID-19 variant, known as P.1, have been detected in Clark County.

Uber is taking steps to urge drivers to pick up riders again through their own stimulus plan.

Ground turkey being recalled
Posted at 11:28 PM, Apr 12, 2021
and last updated 2021-04-13 02:28:57-04
LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Ground turkey is reportedly infecting people with salmonella.
The Center for Disease Control is now investigating.
The turkey came from Plainville Brands LLC in Pennsylvania.
The affected products include:
1-lb. packages of Nature’s Promise Free from 94% LEAN | 6% FAT Ground Turkey with Use by/freeze/sell by date of 1/1/21, 1/3/21,1/4/21, 1/8/21 and 1/10/21 on the front of the package.
1-lb. packages of Wegmans 94% LEAN | 6% FAT Ground Turkey with Use by/freeze/sell by date of 1/3/21, 1/4/21, 1/8/21 and 1/10/21 on the front of the package.
3-lb. packages of Wegmans 94% LEAN | 6% FAT Ground Turkey with Use by/freeze/sell by date of 1/3/21, 1/4/21, 1/8/21 and 1/10/21 on the front of the package.

A bill forcing large hotels and casinos to offer laid off employees their jobs back before others was given a waiver after failing to overcome a bill passage deadline.

The Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR) has announced that the UI system issues previously reported are still occurring.

Nevada to pause Johnson & Johnson vaccinations amid federal review
Southern Nevada Health District talked about the decision not to use the Johnson & Johnson vaccine at this time.
and last updated 2021-04-13 23:32:53-04
NEVADA (KTNV) — The Nevada Health Response team issued a statement on Tuesday after a pause was recommended by the FDA and CDC for the Johnson & Johnson COVID vaccine.
"The State of Nevada is committed to protecting the health and safety of all Nevadans and will pause the use of the Janssen one-shot vaccine until the review is complete. The Nevada Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and the Nevada State Immunization Program are contacting providers to inform them of this announcement and working to avoid any disruption of planned vaccination clinics."

Starting Monday, FEMA is accepting applications for COVID-19 funeral assistance.

The North Las Vegas Police Department says it is investigating a fatal hit-and-run crash that happened overnight Monday.

North Las Vegas officials opened their first drive-thru vaccine pop up on Saturday.

Nevada’s COVID-19 test positivity rate increased for the first time in three months on Monday.

Las Vegas law enforcement, traffic safety experts issue warning about wrong-way drivers
Three wrong-way drivers in three days in Las Vegas
Drive sober and slow down! That’s the message local law enforcement is sharing with valley drivers after a deadly head-on crash killed both drivers over the weekend.
and last updated 2021-04-05 23:39:05-04
LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Drive sober and slow down! That’s the message law enforcement is sharing with Las Vegas valley drivers after a deadly head-on crash killed both drivers over the weekend.
13 Action News spoke with Nevada Highway Patrol and the Department of Public Safety, who say these wrong way crashes happen way too much and they're often the result of an impaired driver.

Brock is ready to get her teens vaccinated against COVID-19, but her concern will be timing.
“As a mom of four and a parent to teens, they have busy schedules, they have school, we’re looking for convenience,” says Brock. “Everything always runs behind, it’s a few hours time to commit for one child at a time.”
Despite the concern, Brock is ready to get her family protected as soon as possible.
For other parents, they’re choosing to hold off for now.
“There’s not enough information out there to see how it would impact the kids in the long term,” says Lorena Llamas.

FEMA has arrived in Southern Nevada on Monday to help support equitable vaccination distribution.

Additional vaccine sites opening in Southern Nevada
Starting today first dose appointments will be available at the Sun City Anthem Community Center. The center is partnering with the City of Henderson to provide vaccines for anyone 16 years and up.
and last updated 2021-04-05 16:13:34-04
LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Starting Monday, first dose appointments will be available at the Sun City Anthem Community Center.
The center is partnering with the City of Henderson to provide vaccines for anyone 16 years and up with 800 doses of the Pfizer vaccine available per day by appointment.
Appointments for the second dose will be scheduled during your first visit.