TheNevadaGlobeStaff, Author at Nevada Globe

Police Union Considers Strike Tactics Against PERS Hike—Nevada Law On the Line

June 28, 2025 9:26 am

Las Vegas police could be gearing up for a showdown over forced pay cuts—again. The Police Protective Association recently wrapped a member poll on whether to strike or use “sick leave” in protest of an upcoming increase in retirement contributions (PERS), driven by the state. While public-sector striking is illegal...

Vegas Tourism Slips as Americans Say “No Thanks” to Pricey Getaways

June 28, 2025 7:43 am

Las Vegas, once the go-to playground for millions of Americans, is seeing a chilling shift. According to a new report, domestic travel to Sin City is on the decline, and with it, consumer spending at hotels, casinos, and airports is taking a hit. Despite marquee events and flashy conventions, the...

Horsford & Lee Flip on Impeachment – Can’t Hide From the Truth

June 28, 2025 3:00 amJuly 1, 2025 7:04 am

The National Republican Congressional Committee delivered twin blows to Nevada Democrats, accusing Reps. Steven Horsford (NV‑04) and Susie Lee (NV‑03) of political flip‑flopping after both “reversed course on impeaching President Trump,” despite having voted to do so three separate times since 2019. In two nearly identical press releases the NRCC...

Twice in One Week: Las Vegas Flights Diverted Amid Mechanical Emergencies

June 27, 2025 5:32 pmJune 27, 2025 5:32 pm

For the second time this week, an American Airlines flight departing Las Vegas for Charlotte ran into mechanical trouble, prompting an unscheduled diversion to Dallas-Fort Worth. Flight 2981, which lifted off just before 1 p.m., reported a potential issue midair and was rerouted accordingly. As of mid-afternoon, FlightAware tracking data...

NRCC Launches Paid Ad Campaign Against Dina Titus, Susie Lee & Steven Horsford Over Tax Hike

June 27, 2025 3:00 amJune 28, 2025 3:19 am

The National Republican Congressional Committee announced a paid advertising campaign aimed squarely at three Nevada Democrats—Reps. Dina Titus, Susie Lee, and Steven Horsford—blasting them for backing what the NRCC calls “the largest tax hike in generations.” This high-stakes messaging blitz looks to highlight their votes against key provisions that would...

Law and Consequences: Henderson SWAT Operation Turns Deadly

June 26, 2025 3:52 pm

On Thursday morning, a SWAT team from Henderson Police Department conducted a court-approved search warrant in southeast Las Vegas that resulted in the fatal shooting of a 71-year-old man. The operation stemmed from a burglary investigation that began the previous evening in the Sun City-Anthem area of Henderson, where officers...

Summerlin Parkway Shake-Up: Overnight Beltway Closures This Week

June 26, 2025 2:50 pm

In a clear investment toward infrastructure that actually works for the people, the $130 million Summerlin Parkway Interchange upgrade is pressing ahead—with some temporary growing pains. Commuters in the Las Vegas Valley should prepare for overnight closures along the 215 Beltway this week as crews work through the night to...

Author: TheNevadaGlobeStaff

Police Union Considers Strike Tactics Against PERS Hike—Nevada Law On the Line

Vegas Tourism Slips as Americans Say “No Thanks” to Pricey Getaways

Horsford & Lee Flip on Impeachment – Can’t Hide From the Truth

Twice in One Week: Las Vegas Flights Diverted Amid Mechanical Emergencies

NRCC Launches Paid Ad Campaign Against Dina Titus, Susie Lee & Steven Horsford Over Tax Hike

Law and Consequences: Henderson SWAT Operation Turns Deadly

Summerlin Parkway Shake-Up: Overnight Beltway Closures This Week

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