Author: TheNevadaGlobeStaff

Las Vegas motorists are bracing for another hit to their wallets—starting October 13, city officials are raising downtown parking fees across on-street spots, meters, and public lots. The move comes after what the city terms a “comprehensive market-rate analysis” of city-managed facilities.  Under the new scheme, on-street parking will go...

Las Vegas police are asking for the public’s help in identifying four women suspected in a drugstore robbery that left employees pepper-sprayed. According to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, the incident happened just before 9 p.m. on October 2 at a store in the 4900 block of Blue Diamond...

Nevada’s Secretary of State Francisco Aguilar has unveiled a new state website meant to promote “transparency” in elections, highlighting how his office handles complaints of voter fraud and violations of election law. The site outlines how allegations are investigated, lists common complaints, and provides quarterly updates on current cases. Aguilar...

Nevada’s DUI laws remain far too lenient, and last week’s legislative failure to strengthen them was a missed opportunity. The death of 12-year-old Cristofer Suarez—struck by a suspected impaired driver—exposes the devastating consequences of soft policy. Meanwhile, advocates and the governor continue pushing for penalties that match the risk. Under...

A discussion over University Medical Center’s CEO compensation turned contentious during a recent Clark County Commission meeting, drawing criticism from commissioners and union leaders amid fears of potential layoffs. Commissioner April Becker raised concern about CEO Mason Van Houweling’s base salary—reported around $840,000—with added bonuses pushing it past $1 million....

Because of the ongoing federal government shutdown, the Inter-Tribal Council of Nevada (ITCN) announced Wednesday that all WIC program services will be temporarily suspended.  Beginning Thursday, no benefits will be issued, offices will close statewide—including in Reno, Elko, and Las Vegas—and staff will not conduct appointments until federal funding is...

Two students in the Clark County School District have died within the past week, officials confirmed Tuesday. District representatives say both deaths are under investigation, and no additional details have been released publicly at this time. The district expressed its sorrow and offered support to grieving families, students, and staff....