Nevada’s new state superintendent of public instruction to focus on literacy, graduation rates
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) – Nevada’s new state superintendent of public instruction says his priorities are to improve reading outcomes, hold charter schools to a high bar, and make sure students are prepared beyond graduation. Victor Wakefield spoke with 8 News Now on Wednesday for his first interview since starting on Oct....
Reckless teen driver arrested after reaching speeds up to 140 mph on Las Vegas...
Las Vegas Metro police arrested an 18-year-old reckless driver who was speeding up to 140 mph on a freeway Monday, with three other teenagers in the car, according to police.
Arrest report: LVMPD officer strangled girlfriend, threatened to shoot himself
A new arrest report details the alleged abuse that a Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Officer went through at the hands of her boyfriend, LVMPD Officer Chandler Pike.
Las Vegas, marshals settle lawsuit over mistaken identity arrest for $150K
Las Vegas settles lawsuit with $150K payout over alleged false arrest and racial profiling by city marshals in mistaken identity case at Fremont Street Experience.
Suspect wanted in Madera teen’s shooting arrested in Las Vegas
MADERA, Calif. ( ) – The two suspects wanted in the shooting of a 17-year-old in Madera over the weekend have been arrested, with one of them being apprehended in Las Vegas, the Madera Police Department announced on Wednesday. Records show 22-year-old Jonathan Garcia of Madera was arrested by...
Tech job demand rises as Las Vegas tourism declines
Hospitality is often seen as the heart of the Las Vegas job market. But as tourism declines, one industry is quietly becoming the valley’s fastest-growing – and highest paying despite national trends.
Las Vegas police officer arrested on five domestic violence-related charges
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department is announcing the arrest of one of its officers, Chandler Pike, on charges related to domestic violence.
CCSD reports 201 students hit by vehicles this year as safety concerns mount
The alarming statistics come as the man accused of hitting and killing 12-year-old Cristofer Suarez had a competency hearing Wednesday morning, bringing school safety back into the spotlight.
Las Vegas Embraces Latino Heritage with a Vibrant Tamales and Mariachi Festival: A Spirited...
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Mother Sues Aliante Casino Over Son’s Fatal Shooting
Willecia Calhoun filed a negligence lawsuit claiming the North Las Vegas casino failed to provide adequate security before her son was killed on the casino floor
