Las Vegas neighborhood macaw bird clash forces government response
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — What drew Heidi Fleiss to Las Vegas was the belief that her macaws could fly freely. After a visit from animal control, it may have been a flight of fancy. Fleiss closed on her new home in February, which she chose because of its proximity to tall trees and its lush, […]
Woman Says She Got Dress-Coded—In Las Vegas: ‘Getting Dress Coded In Literal Sin City...
An influencer says she was escorted back to her room in Las Vegas after event staff deemed her outfit inappropriate. Viewers questioned how she could have been dress coded in “Sin City” and debated whether the outfit was really the issue. In a video with over 12.9 million views, TikToker Kayla Malecc (@kaylamalecc)...
Las Vegas diversion program offers second chance to low-level offenders
LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — It costs about $120 a day to keep someone in prison, nearly $45,000 a year. And even with that investment, nearly half of those released will end up back behind bars. Research shows diversion programs can break that cycle by addressing root causes like mental...
10 Black Birds in Las Vegas, Nevada: ID Tips for Every Species
Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Las Vegas sits in the heart of the Mojave Desert, but the city and its surrounding wetlands, parks, and agricultural edges attract a surprisingly diverse cast of dark-plumaged birds. Whether you’re scanning the reeds at the Henderson Bird...
Henderson Police: Scammers try to steal $500,000 in savings, gold from senior
LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — Henderson Police helped a local senior recover $500,000 in savings and gold after scammers threatened her with jail time. As HPD officials see the rise in scam attempts across the city and the valley, leaders are warning locals and seniors of the wide variety of tactics thieves use to prey on people.
Las Vegas man accused of killing ex-girlfriend admitted he ‘could have just left’ before...
The man accused of shooting and killing his ex-girlfriend told police he did it, but admitted he "could have just left" before the shooting, according to documents 8 News Now obtained.
Henderson Council Feud Ignites Civil Lawsuit Over Secret Recording
Behind the Curtain: The January 2025 Incident (Image Credits: Unsplash) Henderson – A dispute between two Henderson City Council members escalated into the courtroom this week. Councilwoman Monica Larson accused fellow Councilwoman Carrie Cox of hiding behind a curtain to secretly record a private conversation at...
Sheriff: Beaver County kidnapping suspect apprehended in Las Vegas
A kidnapping suspect wanted by authorities in Beaver County has reportedly been arrested in the Las Vegas area. As previously reported, Juan Francisco Garcia-Valle, 27, was the subject of a wanted poster and attempt-to-locate announcement issued by the Beaver County Sheriff’s Office on March 4. On Thursday, just...
The Pub at Lake Las Vegas Is Easy to Fall Into
Lake Las Vegas always feels like a quick escape. It’s quieter, slower, and just far enough from the city to feel like a day trip without actually being one. On this visit, after walking the village with Destony and watching golf carts roll by like they own the place, we ended up somewhere we’ve passed a dozen times...
Midday Gunfire Rattles East Las Vegas Corner as Cops Detain One
A shooting call turned an east Las Vegas intersection into an active crime scene Thursday afternoon after reports of gunfire in the east valley. According to Las Vegas police, LVMPD dispatch got a call around 1:44 p.m. about a possible shooting near North Pecos Road and East Bonanza Road. Responding officers...
