Southwest Las Vegas family raises concerns about drivers at school crosswalk
A mother says drivers frequently fail to stop for children crossing Jones Boulevard near Hacienda Avenue and Russell Road.
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Colorado River conservation must expand beyond Las Vegas, expert says
Amazon’s $20 million commitment could help, but a water expert says the entire basin must do more as hotter conditions strain supplies.
Wild horse fertility control program to get $30 million injection, BLM says
The federal government is planning to put $30 million into fertility control to slow the growth in wild horse and burro herds.
Nevada lieutenant governor candidate says office not doing enough to boost tourism
Concerns about whether Las Vegas tourism is keeping pace have become a flashpoint in Nevada’s lieutenant governor race, with Assembly Majority Leader Sandra Jau
‘No family feud:’ Lotus of Siam co-owners tell naysayers to grab a seat
Shoulder to shoulder, the Chutima sisters responded to claims that their household is feuding following the closure of a business bearing their restaurant’s name inside a Las Vegas casino. The family hoping to bring their reasoning to the table, alongside some Thai style ceviche.
North Las Vegas school gets traffic safety upgrades
A North Las Vegas elementary school is seeing traffic improvements aimed at making student drop-offs and pick-ups safer.
Spring Mountain, Cimarron closed in all directions after auto-ped crash; condition unknown
UPDATE: All lanes are now open, according to Regional Transportation Commission.ORIGINAL: Las Vegas police are responding to an auto-pedestrian crash in the Spr
Las Vegas dad gets stolen car back, finds catalytic converter gone
A Las Vegas father says getting his stolen car back was supposed to be good news. Instead, he discovered thieves had taken parts from the vehicle and left his f
Local artist kicks-off Hispanic Heritage Month in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Hispanic Heritage Month kicked off in a bright and bold way at the Sahara West Library in Las Vegas over the weekend. On Saturday, September 19, the library hosted an event for kids to learn about Día de Muertos ofrendas and make a memory box inspired by local artist Isaias…
Carrot Top, singer in messy legal fight as he recovers in Las Vegas hospital
Scott Thompson, better known as comedian Carrot Top, is involved in a court fight with the singer — and former friend — who at one time was his opening act.
Free entry to all Nevada state parks on National Public Lands Day; volunteers needed
Nevada is celebrating National Public Lands Day on Saturday, Sept. 26 by offering free entry to all Nevada State Parks.All Nevada State Parks will have free ent
Metro shows students drone, building trust and education
Inside the Boys and Girls Club, kids in the community are getting a first-hand look at the drones the Las Vegas Metro Police Department utilizes and how they operate in dangerous situations.
Nye County seeks to take possession of 148 animals seized during abuse investigation
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Nye County is seeking to keep 148 animals deputies seized last year during an animal abuse investigation. But Kimberly Aurich, the animals' owner, is pushing back against the effort and claims some died in the county's care. "We want to see the evidence. We want to see an…
VGK unveil Opening Knight fan experience, Gold Carpet returns Sept. 29
The Vegas Golden Knights are rolling out a full slate of fan events for their 2026-27 season opener against the Chicago Blackhawks, including the return of the
Nevada Supreme Court dismisses challenge to LDS temple project in northwest Las Vegas
The Nevada Supreme Court dismissed an appeal that sought a legal review of an upcoming Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints temple near Lone Mountain.
BLM asks judge to set aside Boulder City data center approval
The agency is asking a judge to set aside its unprecedented approval so it can conduct more analysis of the controversial project. It comes weeks after the judge halted construction.
September storms soak parts of Las Vegas Valley
Scattered storms hit the northern and western valleys, including Summerlin and Centennial Hills, on Monday afternoon.
Las Vegas man pleads guilty in federal court to coercion, enticement of a minor
A Las Vegas man who admitted to sexually explicit online conversations with a child and transporting the victim across state lines to engage in sexual activity
Las Vegas-to-Phoenix interchange project now 80% complete
The yearslong Interstate 40/U.S. Highway 93 interchange project between Las Vegas and Phoenix is 80 percent complete, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation.
NPMA fall forecast warns cooling weather may drive pests indoors, entomologist says
As temperatures begin to cool, pests may not be ready to disappear just yet.The National Pest Management Association released its Fall & Winter 2026 Bug Baromet
Independent hip-hop collective DOTWAV drops new album, featuring local talent
A homegrown independent hip-hop collective is putting the Valley on notice with a new release built entirely on its own terms.DOTWAV has released its latest alb
Nevada legalized marijuana. The black market never disappeared
Ten years after Nevada legalized recreational marijuana, the black market remains active and cannabis-linked robberies and killings continue in Las Vegas, raising questions about one of legalizatio...
New Henderson police forensic lab uses advanced tech to uncover hidden evidence
The Henderson Police Department’s new forensic lab is giving investigators more ways to find evidence that might otherwise go undetected, from hidden shoe impre
'Sick, destructive': Las Vegas man headed to prison in child pornography case
A Las Vegas man was sentenced Monday to more than eight years in prison for possession and distribution of child pornography.
Firefighters rescue dog as crews contain garage fire near Pecos and Harmon
Firefighters were able to rescue a dog after a garage fire in the east valley Monday morning.The Clark County Fire Department received multiple reported at appr
Las Vegas Strip comedian Carrot Top awake, breathing on own, publicist says
Las Vegas-based comedian Carrot Top remains in the hospital Monday, and his publicist says he is now awake and breathing on his own.
Amazon makes a $20M bet on the Colorado River
Amazon is investing $20 million in Colorado River water conservation as companies launch a $100 million effort to improve irrigation, reduce leaks and protect water supplies.
UNLV researchers win grant to expand Nevada traffic injury study
A long-running UNLV research effort aimed at reducing traffic-related injuries and deaths in Nevada is expanding its focus this year to better understand the gr
Vegas Golden Knights Foundation, Vitalant hosting annual 1 October Memorial Blood Drive
Vitalant and the Vegas Golden Knights Foundation are teaming up to host the annual 1 October Memorial Blood Drive.
Carrot Top hospitalized but improving, awake and breathing on his own, publicist says
Comedian Carrot Top remains hospitalized after a suicide attempt Friday, according to his publicist.“Scott remains hospitalized and under close medical care,” p
