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The U.S. Marshals Service has confirmed the death of Alan Buitre, a 61-year-old child sexual predator who fled to the Philippines. Buitre was wanted for violating the terms of his supervised release after being convicted of possessing child pornography. Buitre’s case gained public attention when the U.S. Marshals sought help...

The Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) has identified the first West Nile virus-positive mosquitoes in Clark County for 2024. The infected mosquitoes were trapped and tested within the 89031 and 89032 ZIP codes. This detection comes after more than 9,000 mosquitoes have been tested so far this year. Public health...

The Culinary Union has rejected the “final offer” presented by Virgin Hotels in ongoing contract negotiations, according to union leaders who spoke on Thursday. While Virgin Hotels’ proposal included wage increases, Ted Pappageorge, Secretary-Treasurer for the Culinary Union, called the offer “woefully inadequate” during a press conference. “It took a...

The Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) has revoked a waiver program allowing some gyms to operate swimming pools without a lifeguard on duty. This change comes in response to concerns about pool safety. Previously, 19 gyms in Southern Nevada were permitted to utilize remote monitoring and regular inspections in lieu...

According to the Henderson Police Department, a man is facing multiple charges after allegedly eating donuts and damaging grass at a Henderson park. On Monday, officers received a call about a gray Tesla doing donuts at Mission Hills Park. They were able to locate the vehicle and apprehend the driver,...

On Tuesday, Governor Joe Lombardo announced the creation of the Nevada Middle Mile Network, which will receive $250 million in funding. “This significant investment will enhance internet connectivity in communities across Nevada that have struggled with inadequate internet access,” Lombardo said in a press release. “By addressing these critical gaps,...

The Clark County School District (CCSD) Board of Trustees has approved the final budget for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. State law mandates that the district submit this final budget to the Nevada Department of Taxation by early June. According to a press release, CCSD anticipates total operating revenues of...