Priced Out: The West's Housing Crisis

Priced Out: The West's Housing Crisis

Housing prices are rising rapidly across our region, especially in resort towns. And that's making it tough for many residents to buy a home or rent an apartment. Mountain West News Bureau reporters are examining the problem – and potential solutions.

Economy

Where can Las Vegas build affordable housing? A Nevada senator eyes public lands.

Nate Hegyi

The idea of selling public lands is sacrilegious in much of the West. In Southern Nevada, the affordable housing crisis may be an extenuating circumstance.

Mountain West News Bureau

A regional collaboration of public media stations that serve the Rocky Mountain States of Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming.

Regional Stories

No More Birds And Bees: Pollinator Decline In Idaho

Growth in the Treasure Valley is contributing to pollinator decline by eliminating plants birds and bees need to survive. But a new project is designed to bring those insects (and beautiful flowers!🌻 ) into hundreds of backyards. Will it make a dent?

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