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Las Vegas continues to lure California’s elite with pro business pitch
The political winds in the U.S. have shifted dramatically since last year’s Vegas Tech Summit, but founder Teddy Liaw — who moved here a few years ago from San Francisco after becoming tired of California’s policies and politics — said he sees...

Las Vegas police: Man killed wife, injured son in shooting after disputes
Christopher Ford, 53, was charged with one count of murder and another of attempted murder Wednesday after the shooting that happened near Torrey Pines and Vegas drives. Police say a man who fatally shot his wife and critically wounded their son...

Person with ‘substantial injuries’ after shooting in central Las Vegas
Las Vegas police are searching for a suspect after a shooting in the central valley that left one person with “substantial injuries.” Las Vegas police were searching for a suspect after a Friday morning shooting in the central valley left one...

Denny Hamlin was awake for nearly two days straight in wild Las Vegas NASCAR victory celebration
Denny Hamlin celebrated his Las Vegas win for almost two days(Image: Getty) Denny Hamlin's second career win at the NASCAR Cup Series at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on Sunday was hailed as "the most significant" of his career, and he celebrated in...

Signs of Hope Announces Continued Support from Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix with $50,000 Donation to Help Combat Human Trafficking and Sexual Assault in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS – Signs of HOPE (Healing, Options, Prevention and Education), a nonprofit dedicated to offering hope, help and healing to those affected by sexual violence and exploitation, is pleased to announce a $50,000 donation from Formula 1 Las...

Get Healthy Carson City: Staying healthy and safe as we age
By Carson City Health and Human Services Friday, October 17, 2025 As the weather cools and the days become shorter, older adults face unique health challenges. Taking small steps now can help seniors stay strong, safe and independent during the...

Nevada Humane Society, Carson City’s Pet of the Week: Tony, the longest resident at the shelter
Since December 2023, our sweet 11-year-old Tony, this week’s special Pet of the Week, has been patiently waiting for his forever home! Tony is a truly special guy, experiencing the world through his heart instead of his eyes. Because he is blind,...

Carson City Health and Human Services offering COVID-19 vaccine
Carson City Health and Human Services is offering COVID-19 vaccines for everyone 6 months of age and older beginning Monday, Oct. 20, according to a news release. COVID-19 vaccines are available on Mondays, appointment only, and Thursdays, walk-in...

Carson City Health and Human Services offering COVID-19 Vaccine to all individuals six months and older
Carson City – Carson City Health and Human Services (CCHHS) is announcing the availability of COVID-19 vaccines for all individuals six months of age and older beginning Monday, October 20. COVID-19 vaccines are available on Mondays, appointment...

Las Vegas apartment complex sells for more than $120M
The rental property boasts poolside cabanas, outdoor basketball and volleyball courts, billiards and shuffleboard, and massage and tanning rooms. A Las Vegas apartment complex packed with amenities has been sold for more than $120 million....

Partnership HealthPlan of California Is Here To Help Local Families Seeking Health Care Options
Image courtesy of Partnership HealthPlan of California Partnership HealthPlan of California is a non-profit community-based health care organization. Partnership contracts with the state to administer Medi-Cal benefits through local providers to...
Valarie Cobb, three months in as Prescott-Nevada Chamber Director, carrying on her family's history
After serving the Prescott School District in several capacities for 26 years, Valarie Cobb was thinking of retiring, but a vacancy at the position of Prescott-Nevada County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director soon opened up, and she found the...

ForeverLawn Las Vegas Completes Turf Installation for Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada
Team members from Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada and ForeverLawn Las Vegas gather on the new SportsGrass® field at the Donald W. Reynolds Clubhouse in Henderson. Coinciding with National Sports Day on October 16, kids at the Donald W....

PDS Health Launches Medical Care Division
PDS Health, a leading integrated healthcare support organization, has announced the launch of PDS Health Medical, a new business unit that connects medical care to dental practices through connected offices, embedded clinicians, and coordinated...

Health officials alert public to measles case at Anchorage airport on Monday evening
The Anchorage Health Department says it is investigating a measles case that may have exposed people traveling through Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport on Monday evening after the person arrived from Las Vegas via Seattle. Measles is...

Las Vegas man faces charges after woman killed in suspected DUI crash
A Las Vegas man faces six felony counts following a suspected DUI crash near Blue Diamond Road and Interstate 15 that a 69-year-old woman dead A Las Vegas man faces six felony counts following a suspected DUI crash near Blue Diamond Road and...

What to know ahead of Las Vegas Aces third WNBA Championship parade
LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — The Las Vegas Aces are getting ready to celebrate another championship win! The Aces won their third WNBA title in four seasons when they beat the Phoenix Mercury 97-86 for a 4-game sweep. Officials say the rally on Toshiba...

Las Vegas tech sector shows resilience in tariff era
Friday, Oct. 17, 2025 | 2 a.m. Editor's note: Este artículo está traducido al español. While tariffs are shaking manufacturers nationwide, tech entrepreneurs at the Vegas Tech Summit said Thursday that Las Vegas’ innovation sector has largely...

Nevada, Yuba, Placer and Sierra Counties burn permit suspension lifted
AUBURN, Calif. – Nevada, Yuba, Placer and Sierra Counties Burn Permit Suspension lifted effective Friday, October 17, 2025, at 8 a.m. CAL FIRE Nevada-Yuba-Placer Unit Chief Brian Estes is formally cancelling the burn permit suspension and advises...

Pot is legal in Nevada, but here’s where you can’t smoke it
Recreational marijuana has been legal in Nevada for less than a decade. Smoking pot recreationally became legal in the Silver State in 2017, but some barriers to weed consumption remain. Marijuana laws vary from town to town in Nevada, determining...