Cancer, mercury and extraction: Nevada mining town, near Thacker Pass, has polluted past One of many signs erected near the abandoned McDermitt Mine, with the Cordero Mine nearby, on July 11, 2025. (L ...

LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — July 18, 1912, is a tragic date in Northern Nevada. On this day in history, a flash flood wiped the tiny mining town of Mazuma in Pershing County. Eight people died in the waters.

Nevada may be known for neon lights and casino nights, but it’s also a state steeped in rich history and remarkable stories. From engineering marvels to ghost towns and ancient petroglyphs, Nevada’s ...

Nevada County Historical Society presents author Jerry Martini for our February 19 Speaker Night. Jerry will be sharing from ...

If you're looking for a historical vacation, the western United States has some incredible spots where you can see history come alive. The Old West conjures images of cowboys, bandits, railroads, and ...