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RICH LOWRY: Is it the return of woke?
Despite earlier signs of a cultural shift away from 'woke' ideology following Trump's 2024 victory, recent events suggest a resurgence of similar dynamics, including renewed campus controversies, come...
Chaz Higgs up for parole in Carson City, 20 years after murder of wife
Chaz Higgs, convicted of murdering former Nevada State Controller Kathy Augustine in 2006, faces a parole hearing Tuesday in Carson City after serving 20 years of a life sentence.
Moapa River tribal police investigating death of man, 20, near Las Vegas
Moapa River tribal police are investigating the death of a 20-year-old man found unresponsive on the reservation Saturday evening.
BLM begins North Complex wild horse gather
The Bureau of Land Management has started a wild horse gather in northwest Nevada's North Complex to address overpopulation and declining forage ahead of winter.
BLM to reconsider Boulder City data center application on federal land
A federal appeals board has ordered the Bureau of Land Management to re‑examine its approval of the Townsite Solar 2 data center in Boulder City after judges found the agency likely violated environme...
Community leaders discuss Teen Driver Safety Week to reduce fatalities
Local leaders gathered to promote Teen Driver Safety Week and launch the Good 2 Go campaign aimed at reducing teen‑related traffic fatalities.
New 'Vegas Effect' ads tout the convention experience
Las Vegas tourism officials launched the “Vegas Effect” campaign to market the city’s convention advantages, while also debuting a “Keep it Floaty” travel push for Laughlin.
As Lake Mead sinks, Southern Nevada experts outline solutions to water crisis
As Colorado River cuts loom, Southern Nevada water experts say conservation, recycling and other costly investments could help secure the region’s water future.
Deadline set for decision on protecting rare desert wildflower linked to lithium mine fight
A legal agreement sets a September 2028 deadline for the federal government to decide on Endangered Species Act protections for the Tecopa bird's beak, a rare desert wildflower threatened by groundwat...
Jury deliberates flamingo abuse case
A Clark County jury is deliberating on felony animal‑cruelty charges against Canadian visitor Mitchell Fairbarn for allegedly stealing and injuring a flamingo named Peachy at the Flamingo resort.
Job training opportunities funded at Nevada's community colleges
Nevada's community colleges will receive $3 million to expand paid internships and career training through a new program called NV FORGE.
Tipping is not required, says new Strip signs
Clark County added digital signs on the Strip reminding visitors that tipping street performers isn’t required and urging them to contact police if they feel harassed, after a recent assault involving...
Henderson police violated state law with delayed notice of inmate’s 2024 death, city says
Henderson police failed to notify the City Council of an inmate's December 2024 death within the required 48 hours, violating state law, according to city officials.
Las Vegas man accused of blackmailing child to create child porn
A 24-year-old Las Vegas man was indicted for allegedly blackmailing a 13-year-old into sending a sexually explicit video.
Nellis Air Force Base identifies airman killed in fall before college football game
Nellis Air Force Base identified Tech Sgt. Ian Patterson as the airman who died in a rappelling accident before a University of Texas at San Antonio football game.
Mild start gives way to storms and wind in Las Vegas this week
A mild start to the work week in Las Vegas will give way to a Pacific storm system bringing rain, cooler temperatures, and strong winds through Thursday.
Lawsuit alleges Roblox didn’t safeguard girl from predator’s explicit photos
A Nevada lawsuit filed in Las Vegas accuses Roblox of failing to protect a 9-year-old girl from a predator who allegedly sent her explicit images for nearly two years.
Vegas in 5: Monday, Oct. 19
The five Las Vegas stories people are reading this Monday.
Donnie Wahlberg says he was on plane that skidded off runway, hit fence at Las Vegas airport
A private jet skidded off a runway and hit a fence at Harry Reid International Airport on Sunday, closing two runways and causing flight delays.
RTC touts transit safety gains, overdose saves
The Regional Transportation Commission reports a 29% drop in passenger-on-operator assaults and 19 overdose reversals by security officers carrying Narcan.
What are they hiding? CCSD shields records for school cop accused of misconduct
Clark County School District is withholding records related to a school police officer investigated at least 16 times for use of force, including an incident where he arrested the wrong student.
Nevada Jewish leaders respond to controversial Hitler sign
Jewish leaders and elected officials condemned a man who displayed a sign praising Hitler near several Jewish institutions in Summerlin on Friday.
Emerald Island Casino throws 14th annual 'Pig Out' party
Emerald Island Casino hosted its 14th annual Player Appreciation Pig Out Party on Saturday, offering food, prizes, and giveaways to loyal guests.
Veteran Las Vegas anchor returning after 19-month break
Veteran Las Vegas anchor John Huck is returning to local television on KSNV News 3 and The CW after a 19-month absence following his abrupt departure from Fox 5.
Sunshine returns Sunday before midweek rain arrives
Sunny skies return Sunday before a midweek storm brings breezy winds and light rain Wednesday through Thursday, followed by cooler temperatures in the low 70s.
CCSD sees decline in student crashes as e-bike injuries get more serious
Clark County School District reports fewer student-vehicle collisions this year, but emergency rooms are seeing more serious injuries from e-bikes and e-scooters, especially head trauma, despite incre...
Man killed, woman injured after dispute leads to shooting in northeast Las Vegas Valley
A man was killed and a woman injured early Saturday in a shooting following a dispute in the northeast Las Vegas Valley.
Man dead, woman hospitalized in early morning east Las Vegas valley shooting
A man died and a woman was hospitalized after a shooting in east Las Vegas early Saturday morning.
Plane skids off runway at Las Vegas airport, hits fence
A plane skidded off runway 1L at Harry Reid International Airport and struck a perimeter fence on Sunday morning, prompting runway closures and potential travel delays.
Pedestrian hit, killed in North Las Vegas crash
A man in his 40s was struck and killed by a Volkswagen Tiguan while crossing West Cheyenne Avenue outside a marked crosswalk in North Las Vegas early Sunday.
Nellis Air Force Base: Service member dies after rappelling fall at a UT San Antonio game
A Nellis Air Force Base service member died after falling during a pregame rappelling demonstration at a UTSA football game in San Antonio on Saturday.
Pedestrian killed in North Las Vegas crash
A pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle early Sunday morning on West Cheyenne Avenue in North Las Vegas.
1 dead, 1 injured after 2-vehicle crash in North Las Vegas
One person died and another was injured in a two-vehicle crash in North Las Vegas early Sunday morning.
Vegas in 5: Sunday, Oct. 18
The five Las Vegas stories people are reading this Sunday.
More CCSD students passing AP exams, with qualifying scores up 9.6%
More Clark County School District students are passing the Advanced Placement exams showing that they can handle college-level coursework, and possibly earn college credit while still in high school.
ACLU appeals ruling on Las Vegas Strip pedestrian bridge restrictions
“Ordinary people should not have to guess whether they’re going to end up with a criminal penalty for taking a photo on the spaces that they subsidize,” Athar Haseebullah, the organization’s executive...
Education board expands college safety efforts with Eyes Open campaign
NSHE has launched Eyes Open, a statewide portal where people across the system can report concerning behavior they witness. Officials believe the move will make Nevada’s colleges ...
'Farewell to Cashman Night' | Final game held at Cashman Field
Las Vegas Lights FC held a farewell event at Cashman Field as the team prepares to move to a new, undisclosed location in Las Vegas, with the site set for redevelopment into a housing community called...
NEVADA VIEWS: Rent control won’t fix Nevada housing costs
Nevada Subcontractors Association CEO Kelly Gaines argues rent control reduces housing construction and supply, pointing to vetoes by Gov. Joe Lombardo and economic research as evidence.
LETTER: A tale of two sentences
Punishment at the whim of the judge.
CARTOONS: El-Sayed’s vision problems
Take a look at some editorial cartoons from across the U.S. and world.
EDITORIAL: ‘Like giving whiskey and car keys to teenage boys’
Deficit hits $2 trillion.
CARTOON: How not to fight a fire
Helping Russia.
CARTOON: Broke mime
Trapped in a box of socialism.
LETTER: Air Force One in Las Vegas
A major inconvenience.
LETTER: What are the rules for e-bikes?
Riders need basic training.
LETTER: Joke prize
Nobel for peace.
EDITORIAL: Nevada justices decline to legislate from the bench
Open records case.
LETTER: Making sense
Data center article was very helpful
CARTOON: The heart of Texas
The evil of the two lessers.



































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