Mom Completes Online Master’s Degree. Then She Journeys More Than 1500 Miles to Walk...
A Las Vegas mom took an uncommon route to earn her diploma — and made sure to cross the finish line in person. Katelyn Wittman completed her coursework online through Arkansas State to earn a master’s degree in mass media management. With a newborn at home and a full-time job, she chose the remote option […]
Nevada man given 17 years for distributing fentanyl that led to Utah woman’s death
SALT LAKE CITY — A Nevada man has been sentenced to 17 years in prison after distributing fentanyl that led to the death of a Utah woman. Bryan Walter McMahan, 41, of Las Vegas, was initially charged in February 2024 with distribution of fentanyl resulting in death. On Sept. 17, however, he pleaded guilty to a...
Cuban National Indicted for Slapping and Kicking Transportation Security Officers in Las Vegas
A Cuban national living in Las Vegas has made his initial court appearance for attempting to access a secure passenger boarding area using a false boarding pass and assaulting officers at Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas. According to allegations contained in the indictment, on November 3, 2025, Jhon...
ICE arrests 6-time deportee in Las Vegas after prison sentence
A Mexican national deported six times, who recently completed a prison sentence, faces new federal charges for re-entering the United States illegally, federal prosecutors in Las Vegas said.
Las Vegas men get life for ex-police chief’s hit-and-run murder
Jesus Ayala, 20; and Jzamir Keys, 18, appeared to intentionally mow down two bicyclists in the northwest Las Vegas valley in August 2023.
Vegas Youth Sports Rocked as Cops Probe Possible Child Victims
Las Vegas detectives are urging anyone with information to come forward after arresting a man they say sexually assaulted a child. Officials identified the suspect as 44-year-old Sergio Reyes Rojas, who was booked on multiple counts, including three counts of sexual assault of a child under 16, one count of child...
Henderson police unions, local public safety organizations to hold press conference to address email...
Henderson police unions, along with other public safety organizations, are expected to hold a press conference Friday to address an email sent by Councilwoman Monica Larson, in which she "relinquished" an endorsement from one of the two major police unions in Henderson, 8 News Now confirmed Wednesday.
Las Vegas convention authority battles ‘headwinds’ it can’t completely control, CEO Hill says
A mix of high costs, added fees, economic pressure on travelers and a decline of international visitors due to new federal policies have all contributed to a slump in Las Vegas, the nation's top playground, according to statistics. Many components are beyond the control of the people who promote and...
Hundreds gather in Henderson to light menorah despite safety concerns
Hundreds gathered at The District at Green Valley Ranch on Sunday night to light the third candle of the menorah, continuing Hanukkah celebrations despite heightened security and concerns about safety. Those in attendance said while the increased police presence was difficult to see, fear was not going to keep them...
Las Vegas man accused of shooting, killing apartment intruder
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Las Vegas Metro police are investigating a deadly shooting after a homeowner told them an uninvited man entered his home. The shooting was reported on Wednesday shortly before 11 a.m. in the 5200 block of Greene Lane near Hacienda Avenue and Maryland Parkway by the homeowner. According to police,...
