LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Good morning, Las Vegas.
We have the latest on President Donald Trump's State of the Union address, chaos erupting during a septic tank meeting, and the trial moving forward involving Henderson city councilmember Carrie Cox.
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President Donald Trump's State of the Union address
In his record-long speech, Trump made his case directly to voters. He pointed to what he called a strong economy heading into the midterm elections.
"The cost of chicken, butter, fruit, hotel, automobiles, rent is lower today than when I took office—by a lot," President Trump said.
But a new ABC News/Washington Post/IPSOS poll shows 57% of voters disapprove of how he's handling the economy. Government data shows energy costs are up more than 6% in the last year, and the non-partisan tax foundation estimates his tariffs cost the average household about $1,000 in 2025.
Dozens of Democrats skipped the speech in protest. Some attended a "People's State of the Union" protest at the National Mall. Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger delivered the Democrats' responses, blaming the president's tariffs for rising costs.
Read more here:
National Politics
Trump's State of the Union focuses on tariffs, immigration and foreign policies
Thousands pack septic tank meeting
Chaos erupted inside the Centennial Hills YMCA as the battle over septic systems continues.
Hundreds of homeowners with septic tanks packed the venue inside and out, and even the overflow rooms, for last night's outreach meeting.
They were all fighting against the proposed regulation from the Southern Nevada Health District.
However, issues with microphones and speakers, plus limited space, caused some issues.
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Local News
Chaos erupted during septic tank meeting, leads to rescheduling
Trial involving Carrie Cox moves forward
A judge decided the trial involving Henderson City Councilwoman Carrie Cox will move forward.
Cox submitted a request to have her case dismissed, but it was denied.
She's accused of recording a private conversation of fellow councilwoman, Monica Larson at a retirement party at a city hall in January 2025.
After her indictment, the city council unanimously voted to censure Cox, making her the first councilmember in the city's history to receive this formal disapproval. Cox maintains her innocence.
The trial is set to begin on Oct. 19.