Resident sues to halt camping ban amid triple-digit heat concerns in Boulder City
KSNV — Susan Reams, a Boulder City resident, has voiced her frustration with the Boulder City Council, claiming her concerns about the city's camping ban have been ignored. Reams argues that the ban is inhumane, especially during periods of triple-digit temperatures. "I believe the city council, probably in their...
Walmart Plans North Las Vegas Store, Creating 300 Jobs
Walmart announced plans to build a new Supercenter in North Las Vegas that would expand its footprint in Southern Nevada. The new Walmart Supercenter will be at Route 1, Revere St., between West Dorrell Lane and Route 1, Washington Ave. Construction will start in the fall of 2026, with a grand opening planned for 2027.
2 Nevada prison deaths, 10 days apart, now murder investigations
The cases of prison inmates—originally announced by the Nevada Department of Corrections merely as deaths—are now part of separate homicide investigations, the 8 News Now Investigators have learned.
MGM Resorts launches water-saving project at Bellagio
LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — In a significant move for World Conservation Day, MGM Resorts has unveiled a major water-saving initiative in Las Vegas. The company has introduced a new hybrid cooling tower at the Bellagio, which is projected to conserve 18 million gallons of water annually. This project is a collaboration with...
Las Vegas leaders are banking on trees for cooling. The science is complicated
As extreme heat claims more lives during ruthless summers in the region, Southern Nevada is upping the ante in its tree planting efforts. But a new study suggests trees alone may not be enough to make a meaningful difference in the daytime. While Las Vegas' trees can cool surrounding air...
Clark County microchipping deadline nears; officials address shelter capacities
Clark County’s new pet microchipping ordinance goes into effect Aug. 4. With animal intakes up 18% in 2025, officials are offering low-cost clinics to reduce shelter overcrowding.
Wrong-way driver crashes into Metro vehicle, 7 injured
LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — A wrong-way driver and a police vehicle collided Sunday evening, injuring seven, including four officers. The crash occurred just before 10:30 p.m. on Sunday on the 5700 block of Wayne Newton Boulevard at Harry Reid International Airport. Officials said a marked vehicle with four Las...
The 6 Saddest Restaurant Closings to Know in Las Vegas, July 2025
Las Vegas’s dining scene is constantly evolving — and in mid‑2025, several beloved bars, neighborhood diners, and comfort‑food staples have closed their doors. Below is a curated list of the city’s most noteworthy restaurant and bar closures from the past month, along with those that have publicly announced upcoming...
North Las Vegas Officials Rescue 17 Cats from Empty Home, Dozens More Still Inside
Residents on Turtleback Drive in North Las Vegas are expressing frustration and heartbreak after discovering that between 50 and 100 cats were left behind in a home following the previous occupant's departure. The house was sold in June 2025, and neighbors say the situation has since escalated. “They are in...
Man allegedly shoots and kills his mother, leaves sister in critical condition
LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — Authorities are investigating a domestic violence-related homicide after a man allegedly shot and killed his mother and critically injured his sister in Las Vegas Sunday. Dispatch received a 911 call around 5:30 p.m. from a woman who reported speaking on the phone with a man...