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The National Finals Rodeo (NFR) in Las Vegas is proceeding under heightened scrutiny due to an ongoing multi-state outbreak of an equine virus, specifically Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1). The highly contagious virus, which can cause respiratory symptoms or, in its more severe neurological form (EHM), paralysis and death, has infected at...

The U.S. Department of Justice has expanded its legal campaign against state election officials, filing new federal lawsuits against Nevada, Colorado, Hawaii, and Massachusetts for failing to provide statewide voter registration lists when requested. With these filings, the total number of states now facing DOJ action has risen to 18,...

Police in northwest Las Vegas are investigating an incident that resulted in the deaths of two men late Thursday evening. Authorities responded to a residence where they discovered both individuals deceased from gunshot wounds. Preliminary reports indicate the event stemmed from a confrontation between the two men, which escalated to...

Las Vegas Metropolitan Police are seeking assistance from the public to identify individuals connected to a recent series of thefts that have specifically targeted senior citizens across the valley. The suspects are believed to be responsible for a crime spree focused on stealing jewelry from members of the senior community....

A recent leadership change at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has prompted renewed criticism from immigration advocacy groups in Las Vegas, who claim the move signals an escalation in deportation activity. The concerns follow the appointment of a former U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer to a senior ICE leadership...

Nevada has introduced a new housing program aimed at helping workers buy homes. The Nevada Housing Division announced the launch of the Worker Advantage Program. The initiative offers $20,000 in down payment assistance to eligible households, with the goal of supporting up to 900 families.  The program targets essential workers...

Hundreds of residents gathered outside a Las Vegas Valley hospital Tuesday night, calling attention to rising health care costs and demanding accountability from the Valley Health System. The Health Services Coalition, which represents the health plans of 27 worker groups including the Culinary Union, organized the rally as part of...