Nevada

Nevada is in the news for several reasons. Recently, a magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck a rural area east of Carson City, causing some damage in nearby towns like Fallon. Economically, President Trump has been promoting new federal income tax breaks for tips and overtime wages, highlighting them at an event in Las Vegas. These tax breaks are relevant as the tax-filing deadline approaches. In other news, the annual Baker to Vegas Challenge Cup relay race, which ends in Las Vegas, saw a Los Angeles County sheriff's deputy tragically die after a medical emergency during the event. The Hoover Dam, which straddles Nevada and Arizona, is also mentioned in the context of naming landmarks after presidents. Finally, Khloe Kardashian's past relationship with Lamar Odom, including his overdose at a Nevada brothel, is resurfacing in the news.