As November deadline nears, Colorado River states ‘nowhere close to an agreement’
Amid tense negotiations over the Colorado River’s future, Nevada leaders came together Thursday to focus on the state’s strategy to meet the climate and drought crisis threatening Lake Mead and the Hoover Dam. Democratic Rep. Susie Lee, whose district falls within the boundaries of Lake Mead and half of the Hoover...
Leaders aim to revive Resort Corridor Court to help boost safety
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — On the Las Vegas Strip, tourism fuels Nevada’s economy and hospitality leaders said keeping it safe is non-negotiable. That’s why leaders are pushing to revive the Resort Corridor Court, even as new numbers show crime has fallen on the Strip. “The whole idea is to have a real court system that […]
Labor Day weekend traffic fatalities projected to drop by nearly 10%
Las Vegas (KSNV) — As Labor Day weekend approaches, traffic safety advocates are projecting a nearly 10% decrease in roadway fatalities compared to last year. According to the National Traffic Safety Council, an estimated 424 people are expected to lose their lives on the road this holiday, marking a 7% decline from...
Nevada gaming win tops $1.3B in July, up nearly 4%
LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — Nevada casinos reported a gaming win of $1.3 billion in July, driven largely by gains on the Las Vegas Strip, the state Gaming Control Board said Friday. The release from the Nevada Gaming Control Board indicated a “gaming win” of $1.3 billion for July 2025. That represents a 3.99% increase...
Two Men Indicted for High-End Burglaries and Linked to Gang-Related Killing in Clark County
Clark County grand jurors have indicted two men, Rashid Soukesian and Eduardo Baez, in connection with a series of burglaries involving significant amounts of stolen cash and over $1 million in property. The charges include three counts of residential burglary and one count of grand larceny auto. Prosecutors have...
Man wanted in Nevada extradited to Vegas from Mexico
LAS VEGAS, Nev. (KOLO) - A fugitive wanted on charges in Nevada has been extradited to Las Vegas after his arrest in Mexico. A search for Erick Rangel-Ibarra began in January of 2024, a parole fugitive suspected of being connected to the 2020 disappearance and murder of Lesly Palacio. Through...
Delayed DMV appointments due to Nevada cyberattack causing confusion for in-state tuition eligibility
In order to qualify for in-state tuition for college in Nevada, an option for students is to have a driver's license or registered vehicle that’s 12 months old. Some students, attempting to start this process, hit a snag due to the cyberattack closing Nevada’s Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) offices with no set...
Las Vegas-area high school adds crossing guards after student’s death
Three local high schools now have crossing guards, which is a change that comes after months of parents pushing for safer streets. One of those schools is Arbor View High School in Centennial Hills, where a student was killed while walking to school a few months ago.
Las Vegas family searching for answers after man found dead in burning car
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — A Las Vegas family is searching for answers after a man was found dead in a burning car this month. “David was the life of the party,” Latisha Burton Gilbert said of her son. Burton Gilbert told 8 News Now she is now remembering his life, which was suddenly stolen. “He […]
11 Hole-In-The-Wall Nevada Restaurants That Locals Can’t Stop Talking About
Nevada isn’t just about neon lights and all-you-can-eat buffets – tucked away off the tourist trail are humble spots that locals swear by. Step outside the casinos, and you’ll find smoky barbecue shacks, cozy noodle houses, and mom-and-pop kitchens turning out dishes so good, regulars treat them like well-kept secrets.
