TheNevadaGlobeStaff, Author at Nevada Globe

All Lights Back On: Las Vegas Emergency Shelter Shuts as Power Fully Restored

July 4, 2025 7:20 pm

Las Vegas Valley residents are breathing easier this morning as NV Energy crews have successfully restored power to every affected household following last Tuesday’s severe windstorm. At its peak, the storm cut electricity to over 30,000 customers, downed roughly 70 utility poles, and prompted the opening of an emergency shelter in...

Freedom Lost: Vegas Rider Killed by Alleged Drunk Driver

July 4, 2025 10:30 am

Despite it being Independence Day, personal responsibility was marred by tragedy shortly after midnight on July 4th when a pickup, allegedly driven under the influence, collided with a motorcycle at North Durango and I‑215 in Las Vegas. The motorcyclist was declared dead at the scene by Nevada Highway Patrol, while the...

Part 4: Nevada’s Renewable Revolution, Powering America’s Future

July 4, 2025 3:00 amJuly 16, 2025 9:17 am

This is Part 4 of Nevada’s Epic Legacy: Four Pillars of American Greatness, a series revealing how Nevada, far more than a swing state, is driving America’s sustainable future. Nevada’s sun-scorched deserts and geothermal springs aren’t just scenery, they’re fueling America’s clean energy transformation. Since the 1980s, the Silver State...

Over 1,100 Homes Still in the Dark—Is Our Infrastructure Ready for Monsoon Season?

July 3, 2025 3:35 pm

Las Vegas residents are still dealing with the aftermath of Tuesday’s savage windstorm that hammered the valley with 70 mph gusts, ripping down over 60 power poles and knocking out service to 30,000 customers at its peak, including an estimated 1.4‑mile stretch of East Tropicana Avenue between South Topaz and Sandhill...

Why Las Vegas Taps Are Among the Nation’s Cleanest—A Look at Water Quality Backed by Data

July 3, 2025 9:49 am

Las Vegas Valley’s water quality is a point of pride—and deservedly so. Like clockwork, water managers from Las Vegas Valley Water District, Henderson, and North Las Vegas have issued their annual reports, and the verdict is clear: thanks to Lake Mead and well-managed groundwater wells, 90% of the valley’s water comes...

Part 3: Nevada’s Tourism Triumph, Las Vegas and the American Dream

July 3, 2025 3:00 amJuly 15, 2025 3:34 am

This is Part 3 of Nevada’s Epic Legacy: Four Pillars of American Greatness, a series highlighting how Nevada’s contributions, not just its swing-state status, define America’s cultural and economic landscape. When Nevada legalized gaming in 1931, it didn’t just roll the dice, it reshaped America’s economy and culture. Las Vegas, once...

Sparklers Burn at 2,000°F: How to Avoid Becoming Part of the Fireworks Injury Count

July 2, 2025 4:59 pm

Las Vegas fire crews and healthcare workers are preparing for one of the most dangerous nights of the year as Independence Day celebrations approach. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in 2024, there were 11 fireworks-related deaths and 14,700 injuries, marking a 38 % rise in fatalities and a...