Story archive for July 2023
Delays reported at Las Vegas airport due to poor visibility from wildfire
Katie Ann McCarver | Mon, Jul 31, 2023 (3:33 p.m.)
Flights in and out of Harry Reid International Airport are experiencing delays due to low visibility, as smoke from the York fire ...
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At last, Kelly Clarkson brings her ‘Chemistry’ to Planet Hollywood
Amber Sampson | Mon, Jul 31, 2023 (3:05 p.m.)
Kelly Clarkson's first limited engagement sticks the landing.
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This time around, homeowners are better positioned to weather a recession
Katie Ann McCarver | Mon, Jul 31, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Though fears of an oncoming recession remain potent, Las Vegas mortgage experts say existing and aspiring homeowners shouldn’t worry about a housing market crisis to rival that ...
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Keith Sweat brings his classic R&B sounds to Las Vegas’ Palms
Brock Radke | Mon, Jul 31, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Vegas audiences are beyond familiar with his radio-saturating grooves from the ’80s and ’90s like “Make It Last Forever,” “I Want Her,” “Nobody” and “I’ll Give All My Love to You.” And this isn’t the first time Keith Sweat has played ...
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Aces keep rolling, defeat Dallas for seventh straight win
Danny Webster | Published Sun, Jul 30, 2023 (5:13 p.m.)
A case can be made that no team has given the Las Vegas Aces more fits than the Dallas Wings. Dallas is one of two teams ...
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California wildfire crosses into Nevada, sends smoke to Las Vegas
Las Vegas Sun Staff | Published Sun, Jul 30, 2023 (2:12 p.m.)
At night, this tiny desert town just across the Nevada border is lit up by an orange glow in the distance. The smoke is so thick that normal daily activities — things as simple as stepping outside to enjoy a ...
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‘Attacks against Black people’ rankle Horsford, Congressional Black Caucus
Casey Harrison | Sun, Jul 30, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Rep. Steven Horsford of Nevada says he had seen enough in recent weeks with policies affecting Black Americans. Black voting power had been diluted after ...
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F1 race permits don’t yet include construction of view-obstructing barriers
Ray Brewer | Sun, Jul 30, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The parent company of the Las Vegas Grand Prix has received nearly 20 permits from Clark County to enhance surfaces and infrastructure on the Las Vegas Strip ...
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Crawford unifies welterweight division with 9th-round TKO over Spence
By Mark Anderson, Associated Press | Sat, Jul 29, 2023 (9:39 p.m.)
The fight, the most-anticipated boxing match in several years, unified the division for the first time in the four-belt era that began in 2004.
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Expected monsoon rains could cool historically hot Southwest
Associated Press | Sat, Jul 29, 2023 (9:04 p.m.)
The highs in Las Vegas are forecast to slip as low as 94 next Tuesday after a long spell of highs above 110.
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Clark County teacher union threatens ‘action’ in negotiations over new contract
Hillary Davis | Sat, Jul 29, 2023 (8:43 p.m.)
The Clark County School District’s new school year will begin as scheduled on Aug. 7 uninterrupted by a teacher’s strike, but members of the teachers union said ...
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Vets caution Las Vegas pet owners to be aware of dangers during the dog days of summer
Teresa Moss | Sat, Jul 29, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Pet owners around the valley have needed to change routines during the heat wave and vets say their clients are doing a fairly good job. Dr. Thearayouk Keo, a veterinarian at the Edge Pet Hospital in Henderson, said he’s only seen a few cases ...
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College football by the odds: Handicapping every Big 12 team’s win total
Case Keefer | Sat, Jul 29, 2023 (2 a.m.)
It’s an awkward farewell this year considering Texas and Oklahoma look far and away like the Big 12’s best teams on paper. ...
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Weekend wagers: Bets for Spence vs. Crawford, UFC 291 and more
Case Keefer | Sat, Jul 29, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Sports books would normally be dead in the final weekend of July, but that won’t be the case today. They’ll be buzzing with patrons in and out all day to place bets on the bouts ...
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Kylie Minogue to launch Las Vegas residency at new Venetian venue
Brock Radke | Fri, Jul 28, 2023 (10 a.m.)
Minogue’s 16th studio album, 'Tension,' is set for release on September 22.
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UNLV football adds road game with Washington in 2028
Ray Brewer | Thu, Jul 27, 2023 (1:28 p.m.)
UNLV football added to its future schedule today in announcing a road game for 2028 at the University of Washington in Seattle.
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How the Oakland A’s can not only work, but thrive in Las Vegas
Case Keefer | Thu, Jul 27, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The eagerness of opposing fans traveling here for a series shouldn’t be underestimated. And if the A’s win, locals will come, too.
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Starboard Tack’s ’80s Night transcends generations
Gabriela Rodriguez | Thu, Jul 27, 2023 (2 a.m.)
“We didn’t know that it was going to pop off the way that it did. It’s probably because we only spin vinyl, which most people don’t do anymore.”
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Henderson’s 138° rewrites the rules of neighborhood dining
Rob Kachelriess | Thu, Jul 27, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Dry-aged beef is a staple in Las Vegas, but what about dry-aged seafood?
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Making the case for new Raider Jimmy Garoppolo
Case Keefer | Thu, Jul 27, 2023 (2 a.m.)
No one would have known Jimmy Garoppolo’s snaps were limited from watching his first session in silver and black for two hours at the team’s Henderson headquarters ...
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Lucha libre burlesque sensation Lucha Va Voom feels made for Las Vegas
Brock Radke | Thu, Jul 27, 2023 (2 a.m.)
It has roller-skaters, hula-hoopers and aerial acts mixed in between Mexican lucha libre wrestling matches.
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Where things stand with potential NBA and MLS expansion into Las Vegas
Case Keefer | Thu, Jul 27, 2023 (2 a.m.)
A local NBA team would likely play at an arena planned for a site near Blue Diamond Road and Las Vegas Boulevard.
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Nevada—and NV Energy—move to get more EV infrastructure into the ground
Shannon Miller | Thu, Jul 27, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The stations are part of an ongoing effort to electrify transportation across the state.
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As college sports change, UNLV hopes it can benefit by joining a power conference
Mike Grimala | Thu, Jul 27, 2023 (2 a.m.)
UNLV is trying to catch up and prove itself as a worthy addition whenever the next round of conference expansion comes around.
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Spence and Crawford take aim at historic greatness in monumental clash
Case Keefer | Thu, Jul 27, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Errol Spence Jr. and Terence Crawford had spent nearly five years waging a war of words against each other as fans clamored for the two to face off in a welterweight title unification bout.
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Power 88 music conference headed to Boulder Station
Las Vegas Weekly Staff | Thu, Jul 27, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The Power Moves Music Conference, August 3-5, will feature artist showcases, industry panels and sessions with music veterans, including recording engineer Ken Johnston and manager Kenneth Crear.
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Tracing Las Vegas’ sports evolution
Brock Radke | Thu, Jul 27, 2023 (2 a.m.)
From Heldorado Days, big-time boxing and Jerry Tarkanian to the Golden Knights, Aces and Raiders.
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Mexican concept La Popular CDMX arrives at the Palms in Las Vegas
Brock Radke | Thu, Jul 27, 2023 (2 a.m.)
“Does this make me want to wake up in the morning, am I craving it? If it doesn’t, we don’t put it on the menu.”
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Kim Owens, owner of Main St. Provisions, on what makes dining out special
Geoff Carter | Thu, Jul 27, 2023 (2 a.m.)
“I’m looking for a moment where I can create an experience or a vibe or just a quick little memory for guests, so that they remember us.”
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Las Vegas’ sports scene owes much to this trio of owners
Case Keefer | Thu, Jul 27, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Numerous power brokers have contributed to turning Las Vegas into the nation’s fastest-growing major professional sports city, but these titans out above the rest in terms of visibility.
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Vegas Inc Presents The 2023 Real Estate Awards
Sierra Smart | Thu, Jul 27, 2023 (2 a.m.)
A region’s real estate market is often representative of the area’s growth and progress, and while housing markets are known to experience fluctuations, Las Vegas has never failed to bounce back.
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Las Vegas rapper Qnc Dayz reels in fresh new album ‘Hardfish’
Gabriela Rodriguez | Thu, Jul 27, 2023 (2 a.m.)
On opening track “Onetwostep,” a looped, minimalistic beat supports Dayz’s hypnotic flow and direct lyricism, highlighting themes of growth and acceptance.
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Free Will Astrology (July 27)
Rob Brezsny | Thu, Jul 27, 2023 (1 a.m.)
Scorpio, your theme for the coming weeks is “pleasurable gooseflesh.” I expect and hope you’ll experience it in abundance.
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Las Vegas Aces’ Riquna Williams arrested on felony domestic violence charges
Teresa Moss | Published Wed, Jul 26, 2023 (12:26 p.m.)
Williams was arrested Tuesday and charged with five felonies, including multiple domestic battery by strangulation, assault constituting domestic violence with the use of a deadly weapon and coercion constituting domestic violence ...
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SEMA Fest, Keanu Reeves, Jerry Seinfeld and more Las Vegas showbiz news
Brock Radke | Wed, Jul 26, 2023 (2 a.m.)
SEMA Fest at the Las Vegas Festival Grounds and the Nevada Blues Festival at three area venues were both announced recently.
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What to do in Las Vegas this week (July 27-August 2, 2023 edition)
Las Vegas Weekly Staff | Wed, Jul 26, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Cardi B, Kelly Clarkson, The Smashing Pumpkins, Matteo Lane, four of the world’s top soccer squads and more in this week's Superguide.
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Raiders open training camp optimistically but without Josh Jacobs
Case Keefer | Tue, Jul 25, 2023 (12:20 p.m.)
One of two high-profile contract disputes involving NFL running backs concluded Tuesday morning. There’s no end in sight to the other. Raiders coach Josh McDaniels welcomed all but one player on his roster to the team’s Henderson headquarters Tuesday morning for the start of ...
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Quick Bites: Las Vegas restaurants making news this week
Las Vegas Weekly Staff | Tue, Jul 25, 2023 (10:42 a.m.)
Vegas Unstripped will be back Downtown in October with all your favorite local chefs.
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MSG Sphere in Las Vegas unveils immersive sound technology
Katie Ann McCarver | Mon, Jul 24, 2023 (12:27 p.m.)
The MSG Sphere is inching closer to opening. The Las Vegas Strip’s newest event and entertainment venue, created in partnership between Madison Square Garden Entertainment and the Venetian and slated to open this fall, has unveiled Sphere Immersive Sound, powered by HOLOPLOT — an ultra-advanced audio system uniquely ...
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Whataburger coming to the Las Vegas Strip
Ray Brewer | Mon, Jul 24, 2023 (11:35 a.m.)
Whataburger is coming to the Las Vegas Strip this fall and will adjoin the Waldorf Astoria at the Aria complex, the chain announced this morning. The expansion into Nevada ...
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Kelly Clarkson finally gets her chance to take over the Las Vegas Strip
Brock Radke | Mon, Jul 24, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Whether or not you consider ten shows an actual Las Vegas residency, Kelly Clarkson’s delayed arrival will certainly have an impact on the Strip scene, likely because she’s planning a more intimate style of concert ...
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Robotaxis green-lighted to hit Las Vegas roads
Katie Ann McCarver | Mon, Jul 24, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Las Vegas drivers will soon share public roads with autonomous, self-driving “robotaxis.” The fully electric, purpose-built vehicles by California-based Zoox are “built for ...
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Preventive measures to combat cybercriminals can save businesses a lot of time and trouble
By David R. Rounds | Mon, Jul 24, 2023 (2 a.m.)
In the early days of the internet, when online commerce was still in its nascent phase, issues pertaining to cybersecurity were rarely top of mind for organizations conducting business online. Of course, everyone knew about having anti-virus software, but that was enough.
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Jimmy Garoppolo cleared to open training camp with the Raiders
Associated Press | Sun, Jul 23, 2023 (5:02 p.m.)
Quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo passed a physical on his injured left foot and will begin training camp with the Las Vegas Raiders, a person with knowledge of the situation ...
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Clark County teachers adept at online fundraising for classroom supplies
Hillary Davis | Sun, Jul 23, 2023 (2 a.m.)
A U.S. Department of Education survey showed that 94% of American teachers spend their own money for classroom supplies, with an average annual outlay of $478.
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Police: 2 hikers found dead at Valley of Fire
Teresa Moss | Sat, Jul 22, 2023 (7:30 p.m.)
Two female hikers were found dead at the Valley of Fire State Park after a group of hikers realized the pair had not returned and contacted police.
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Wilson dominates as Aces extend winning streak
Associated Press | Sat, Jul 22, 2023 (3:04 p.m.)
A'ja Wilson scored 35 points on 14-of-17 shooting and grabbed 14 rebounds to help Las Vegas beat the Minnesota Lynx 98-81 Saturday, the Aces' WNBA record-tying fifth straight win by at least 15 points ...
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Weekend wagers: Nine bets to make including a pair of football futures
Case Keefer | Sat, Jul 22, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Weekend Wagers is going exceptionally well overall this year and I’ll try my best to keep building in the right direction. ...
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Barry Odom lays out his plan to restore UNLV defense
Mike Grimala | Published Sat, Jul 22, 2023 (2 a.m.)
It’s been a long, long time since UNLV football fielded a respectable defense. The Scarlet and Gray have allowed at least 30 points per game in 14 of the last 15 seasons, an incredible, institutional display of non-resistance ...
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Tony Bennett, masterful stylist of American musical standards, dies at 96
By Charles J. Gans, Associated Press | Published Fri, Jul 21, 2023 (6:29 a.m.)
Tony Bennett, the eminent and timeless stylist whose devotion to classic American songs and knack for creating new standards such as "I Left My Heart In San Francisco" graced a decadeslong career that brought him admirers from Frank Sinatra to Lady Gaga, died Friday. He was 96 ...
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Savor Every Bite at Life is Beautiful 2023
Life is Beautiful | Fri, Jul 21, 2023 (2 a.m.)
At Life is Beautiful, music isn't the only star of the show. You can also dive into a culinary haven that will delight your taste buds and leave you craving for more.
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Life is Beautiful: A Festival With Purpose
Life is Beautiful | Fri, Jul 21, 2023 (2 a.m.)
In the bustling city of Las Vegas, amidst the glitz and glamor, an extraordinary event takes place each year that transcends the typical festival experience.
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Celebrate Expression: Art at Life is Beautiful
Life is Beautiful | Fri, Jul 21, 2023 (2 a.m.)
In just 10 short years, Downtown Las Vegas has transformed into an ever-evolving multi-block gallery - thanks in part to Life is Beautiful Music & Arts Festival.
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Immerse Yourself in Musical Bliss at Life is Beautiful 2023
Life is Beautiful | Fri, Jul 21, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Created with the mission to celebrate some of music’s most sought-after performers while showcasing artists emerging in the industry, Life is Beautiful is not just your average music festival.
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Everything you should know about Life is Beautiful Festival in Las Vegas
Life is Beautiful | Fri, Jul 21, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Celebrating 10 years in Downtown Las Vegas from Sept. 22-24, Life is Beautiful is an annual festival that showcases the beauty of life through music, art, and culture.
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SlamBall bounces back with monthlong Las Vegas run, high hopes for future
Danny Webster | Fri, Jul 21, 2023 (2 a.m.)
SlamBall returns as an organized league for the first time in two decades with a four-week run in Las Vegas starting tonight at Cox Pavilion (4 p.m., ESPN). The logistics from the game that some will remember from two decades ago still apply ...
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Everything You Need to Know About Life is Beautiful 2023
Life is Beautiful | Fri, Jul 21, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The countdown to Life is Beautiful’s 10th anniversary is on, and it's time to get ready for a milestone year of festival magic in Downtown Las Vegas
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Explore the Neighborhood: Discover the BEAUTIFUL in Downtown Las Vegas
Life is Beautiful | Fri, Jul 21, 2023 (2 a.m.)
While the festival itself is a captivating journey, the vibrant surroundings of Downtown Las Vegas offer a treasure trove of must-visit businesses that complement the festival experience.
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A Nevada State Museum exhibit pays overdue tribute to Las Vegas legend Liberace
Shannon Miller | Thu, Jul 20, 2023 (2 a.m.)
“He’s been enjoying quite the renaissance at the moment.”
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Nevada residents—and programs—push for cleaner transportation and air
Shannon Miller | Thu, Jul 20, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Among other greenhouse gases and pollutants, nitrogen oxides emitted from rolling coal present a direct threat, since the poisonous gasses are linked to heart and lung disease and higher rates of cancer and premature death.
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This might be the Vegas Strip’s perfect summer bite
Brock Radke | Thu, Jul 20, 2023 (2 a.m.)
After watching the Golden Knights win their way back into the Stanley Cup Final, I celebrated with a beer, a cookies and cream milkshake and this main attraction.
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Las Vegas staycation spots to energize the rest of your summer
Geoff Carter, Shannon Miller, Brock Radke | Thu, Jul 20, 2023 (2 a.m.)
It’s a great way to confront the oppressive summer heat. It’s a great way to mix it up with friends visiting from out of town. And it’s a great way to explore parts of the city you might not know well.
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Raiders’ Webb hopes sticky coverage helps him make the team again
Case Keefer | Thu, Jul 20, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Out of the 90 players who arrived in Henderson for Raiders training camp a year ago, Sam Webb stood out as one of the most unknown.
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Carla Pellegrino adds new pep to Las Vegas’ Limoncello Fresh Italian Kitchen
Genevie Durano | Thu, Jul 20, 2023 (2 a.m.)
She brought along her signature pork chop with traditional Neapolitan hot and sweet cherry peppers over mashed potatoes.
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The buzz about live resin edibles and why they’ve become so popular
Deep Roots Harvest | Thu, Jul 20, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Live resin is the buzzword in the cannabis industry right now, with products ranging from infused prerolls to edibles, but what makes this ingredient so sought after?
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Las Vegas-based singer-songwriter Indigo Rose draws outside the lines
Amber Sampson | Thu, Jul 20, 2023 (2 a.m.)
“I’ve never really been a person that likes everything that everybody likes. I was able to find my sound and my style through that.”
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These Las Vegas pools are updated and ready for you
Shannon Miller | Thu, Jul 20, 2023 (2 a.m.)
From Resorts World to Virgin, where to splash down on your next staycation.
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Slater’s 50/50 celebrates five years of the baconiest burgers in Las Vegas
Brock Radke | Thu, Jul 20, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The locally owned and operated gastropub concept has garnered national attention, including mentions on ‘The Howard Stern Show,’ in ‘Food & Wine’ magazine and on the Netflix series ‘Fresh, Fried & Crispy.’
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Exploring Curtis Joe Walker’s Photo Bang Bang photography studio
Geoff Carter | Thu, Jul 20, 2023 (2 a.m.)
You’ll walk through a Victorian era-inspired parlor, a dungeon, a boiler room that can double as a mad scientist’s lab and a steampunk-like clock tower, all stacked with nearly every prop imaginable.
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Free Will Astrology (July 20)
Rob Brezsny | Thu, Jul 20, 2023 (1 a.m.)
Which of your habits might benefit from being cheerfully disrupted, Aries? Give yourself permission to change whatever bores you.
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Howden, Dorofeyev sign new contracts with Golden Knights
Danny Webster | Wed, Jul 19, 2023 (12:19 p.m.)
The Golden Knights have completed all business regarding their restricted free agents, agreeing to deals with forwards Brett Howden and Pavel Dorofeyev on Wednesday, the team announced.
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Nevada’s Rosen to escort Israeli President Herzog today at U.S. Capitol
Casey Harrison | Wed, Jul 19, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Nevada U.S. Sen. Jacky Rosen today will escort Israeli President Isaac Herzog on a tour of the U.S. Capitol and to his address before a joint session of Congress ...
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What to do in Las Vegas this week (July 20-26, 2023 edition)
Las Vegas Weekly Staff | Wed, Jul 19, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Peso Pluma, SG Lewis, Diana Krall, Falling in Reverse, the Battle for Vegas and more in this week’s Superguide.
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Aces’ championship visit to White House set for August
Danny Webster | Mon, Jul 17, 2023 (4:50 p.m.)
The Las Vegas Aces will be celebrated at the White House on Aug. 25 to commemorate last year's WNBA championship, the team announced today ....
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Five Thoughts: The Drums at Area15 (July 15, 2023)
Gabriela Rodriguez | Mon, Jul 17, 2023 (3:10 p.m.)
Going to see the New York City indie-pop quartet can double as a reunion of old friends.
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Raiders, Josh Jacobs fail to reach contract agreement ahead of deadline
Case Keefer | Mon, Jul 17, 2023 (1 p.m.)
The Raiders start training camp in full eight days from now, and it’s looking increasingly likely that they’ll be doing so without last year’s NFL rushing leader. ...
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Grocery’s new distribution center promises jobs, freshness
Katie Ann McCarver | Mon, Jul 17, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Smith’s Food & Drug Stores is slated to open an 885,000-square-foot distribution center in North Las Vegas this fall, bringing with it hundreds of jobs to the area and the ability to ...
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Legal marijuana farms in Washington get back to work after pesticide concerns
A big mound of fresh dirt sits at Terry Taylor's marijuana farm in the high desert of north-central Washington state. Each hole for a new plant gets filled with the clean soil.
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Team Wilson loses to Team Stewart in WNBA All-Star Game
Danny Webster | Sat, Jul 15, 2023 (9:40 p.m.)
Las Vegas has become the home of basketball this week between the NBA Summer League and the WNBA having its midseason classic ...
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Las Vegas, Southwest swelter under dangerous heat wave
By Anita Snow, Associated Press | Published Sat, Jul 15, 2023 (11:11 a.m.)
A dangerous heat wave is threatening a wide swath of the Southwest with potentially deadly temperatures in the triple digits. Some of about 200 cooling centers in metro ...
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Fired-up Aces excited to represent Las Vegas in today’s WNBA All-Star Game
Danny Webster | Sat, Jul 15, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Wilson is a team captain for the third time and will lead her group — along with coach Becky Hammon and teammates Kelsey Plum, Chelsea Gray and Jackie Young — against New York Liberty star Breanna Stewart and her team on Saturday (5:30 p.m., ABC) ...
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Weekend wagers: Eight bets to make this weekend
Case Keefer | Sat, Jul 15, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Anyone who says they can’t find anything to bet on this weekend simply isn’t looking hard enough. ...
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The Weekly interview: Alt-country hero Jason Isbell on Martin Scorsese, subverting expectations and more
Amber Sampson | Thu, Jul 13, 2023 (2 a.m.)
“If you have some sort of issue with me believing the things I believe, you’re probably not going to fit in well with the audience we’re trying to cultivate.”
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Golden Knights continue long-standing tradition of having days with the Stanley Cup
Danny Webster | Thu, Jul 13, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Vegas center Nicolas Roy was the first to get his day with the Cup on Saturday. Roy returned to his hometown to do what has become the norm with the Cup: There’s a celebration with family and friends, and then there is the tradition of putting whatever food or drink in the Cup’s upper bowl ...
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2023 Angel Awards: Inspiration through involvement in Southern Nevada
VEGAS INC Staff | Thu, Jul 13, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The Vegas Inc Angel Awards honors some of Southern Nevada’s most philanthropic individuals and organizations. Collectively, they have dedicated countless volunteer hours and millions of dollars.
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Jackie Young has emerged as a shooting star for Las Vegas Aces
Danny Webster | Thu, Jul 13, 2023 (2 a.m.)
It’s impossible to put a number on how many three-pointers Aces guard Jackie Young shot in the offseason.
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Las Vegas is going big on Bus Rapid Transit. So, what is it?
Geoff Carter | Thu, Jul 13, 2023 (2 a.m.)
BRT, at its best, should feel something like light rail without the rails.
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Game Nest owners Abraham and Julie Ann Salume turn playtime into a Las Vegas Chinatown pastime
Amber Sampson | Thu, Jul 13, 2023 (2 a.m.)
More than 100 arcade games, from Japanese rarities like Konami’s ‘Bishi Bashi’ to rhythm games like arcade version of ‘Luigi’s Mansion,’ line the walls like a neon jungle.
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U.K. standout Chris Lake paces the evolution of Las Vegas dance music
Brock Radke | Thu, Jul 13, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Who remembers Tabú Ultra Lounge at MGM Grand? The 40-year-old British producer and DJ played his first Vegas set there.
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Jimmy Kimmel on the state of Las Vegas comedy, 20 years of late-night TV and more
Amber Sampson | Thu, Jul 13, 2023 (2 a.m.)
“When I was a kid, I was pretty much limited to making prank calls and calling jokes in to a radio station.”
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Polaris Bar, Bromberg restaurants and other changes at Green Valley Ranch Resort
Brock Radke | Thu, Jul 13, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill, which famously debuted at the Cosmopolitan on the Strip, is headed to Henderson.
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Downtown Las Vegas bakery, restaurant and bar 1228 Main simply shines
Geoff Carter | Thu, Jul 13, 2023 (2 a.m.)
We could have just had bread, spreads and cocktails and gone home happy. But we succumbed to the lure of 1228’s salads and small plates, and it’s a good thing we did.
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A stand-up surge has lifted Las Vegas into the comedy conversation
Amber Sampson | Thu, Jul 13, 2023 (2 a.m.)
“You think back to the days with Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis and Frank Sinatra and Sammy [Davis Jr.] and Joey Bishop ... this was the place to be if you were a comic. Now it is again.”
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Adults-only oasis Moorea Beach Club perseveres among vanishing Las Vegas topless options
Rob Kachelriess | Thu, Jul 13, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Just follow a few rules: You must be at least 21 to enter; tops are required at the bar or when making a trip to the bathroom; and photos are a big no-no.
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Free Will Astrology (July 13)
Rob Brezsny | Thu, Jul 13, 2023 (1 a.m.)
Taurus, the most excellent thing to do for your mental and spiritual health is to commune with brilliant women artists, writers and musicians.
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Ducharme, Ward added to Golden Knights coaching staff
Danny Webster | Published Wed, Jul 12, 2023 (4:49 p.m.)
The Golden Knights filled their assistant coaching vacancies Wednesday, adding former NHL head coach Dominique Ducharme and AHL Henderson assistant coach Joel Ward ...
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What to do in Las Vegas this week (July 13-19, 2023 edition)
Las Vegas Weekly Staff | Wed, Jul 12, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Quavo, Stephen Marley, WNBA All-Star Weekend, The Drums and more in this week’s Superguide.
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Takeaways and notables from Golden Knights development camp
Danny Webster | Wed, Jul 12, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Players, coaches and executives with the club are enjoying their time with the Stanley Cup. At the same time, prospects making their first impression to Vegas management or trying to take that next step to becoming NHL players put in a full week at the camp at City National Arena.
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Penn & Teller, Cheap Trick and more Las Vegas showbiz news
Brock Radke | Wed, Jul 12, 2023 (2 a.m.)
"Exxcite" is opening at the Rio's Duomo Theater this month.
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How Parker’s presence has pushed Aces offense to historic levels
Danny Webster | Tue, Jul 11, 2023 (2 a.m.)
With the Aces out to a 17-2 start and far away the best team in the league, Parker doesn’t need to be her old self in order to make a difference. The Aces run through their Core Four — A’ja Wilson, Kelsey Plum, Chelsea Gray and Jackie Young. Parker is the tune-up to an already well-oiled machine.
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Las Vegas Club Notes: Travis Scott, Drai’s, Happy Camper and more
Las Vegas Weekly Staff | Mon, Jul 10, 2023 (8 a.m.)
Cardi B will take the stage at Drai's later this month.
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State invests in making the arts accessible to all children
Katie Ann McCarver | Mon, Jul 10, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Children of all ages storm the floor of the auditorium at the Historic Fifth Street School in Downtown Las Vegas, singing and dancing with an electric sort of energy.
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Music builds bridges and creates good communities, so it’s important for neighbors to embrace the arts
By Stephen Rice | Mon, Jul 10, 2023 (2 a.m.)
There are enough issues in the world that divide us; music has the power to overcome.
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Dita Von Teese set to elevate Las Vegas burlesque with Jubilee Theater residency
Brock Radke | Mon, Jul 10, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Showgirl costumes from the legendary "Jubilee" will be back onstage for "Dita Las Vegas."
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NIL changed the game, and will only continue to evolve
Mike Grimala | Sun, Jul 9, 2023 (2 a.m.)
As of July 2021, players are allowed to make as much money as they can and foster as many different revenue streams ...
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Upsets pour in at UFC 290 including the crowning of a new champion
Case Keefer | Sat, Jul 8, 2023 (10:07 p.m.)
Four of the final six fights on the pay-per-view card that concluded International Fight Week resulted in major upsets. ...
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Trump in Las Vegas event pushes false claims yet again
Teresa Moss | Published Sat, Jul 8, 2023 (9:15 p.m.)
Donald Trump was in Las Vegas on Saturday touting his 2024 presidential campaign with a similar — and proven — false narrative. A rigged election system and stolen presidency were common themes throughout ...
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Weekend wagers: 9 bets on 7 sports to make this weekend
Case Keefer | Published Sat, Jul 8, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Weekend Wagers has sat dormant for the last two weeks, but that didn’t stop the column from picking up a near $2,000 victory. ...
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Golden Knights get their names engraved on Stanley Cup
Danny Webster | Fri, Jul 7, 2023 (11:31 a.m.)
The Golden Knights are officially etched in hockey lore forever. Vegas unveiled its mark on the Stanley Cup today, highlighting the 52 names of players, coaches and executives that played a part ...
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What to watch and how to bet at UFC 290
Case Keefer | Fri, Jul 7, 2023 (2 a.m.)
UFC 290 is perhaps the most uncompetitive fight card in promotional history on paper. ...
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Two must-try spicy Las Vegas cocktails
Amber Sampson | Thu, Jul 6, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The sriracha vodka will jolt you awake.
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Amid homecoming, hard work begins for Jalen Hill and UNLV basketball
Mike Grimala | Thu, Jul 6, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The 1,100-mile trip from Las Vegas to Norman, Okla., is not exactly a hop, skip and a jump. So for the first four years of Jalen Hill’s college career at Oklahoma, he estimates his family was only able to travel to five or six of his games per season. That’s going to change soon, as the Las Vegas native has joined UNLV for his ...
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Take a different dip at these sizzling LGBTQ Las Vegas pool parties
Shannon Miller | Thu, Jul 6, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Learn all about Temptation Sundays at the Luxor and Elevate at Sahara.
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‘Fantasy’ has fulfilled dreams in Las Vegas for nearly a quarter century
Brock Radke | Thu, Jul 6, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The dancers—many of whom have been with the show for years—are skilled and scorching.
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Bert Kreischer’s party of a comedy festival hits Las Vegas
Brock Radke | Thu, Jul 6, 2023 (2 a.m.)
His co-stars will include Stavros Halkias, Andrew Santino, Lewis Black, Big Jay Oakerson, Ralph Barbosa, Maddy Smith, Cipha Sounds and Carter Cruise.
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Rapper Chingy throws it back at Fergusons Downtown in Las Vegas
Amber Sampson | Thu, Jul 6, 2023 (2 a.m.)
“I’ve had a long journey trying to make it in this business, so when someone tells me they’ve been a fan and appreciate my music [after] it’s been 20 years since my first album, it’s really humbling.”
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A tour of some spicy Las Vegas dishes well worth the burn
Amber Sampson | Thu, Jul 6, 2023 (2 a.m.)
“Has anyone ever eaten the whole pizza and lived?” I ask. She pauses. “Nobody’s even tried to finish the whole pizza.”
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Rouge Room continues spicing up the suburbs
Amber Sampson | Thu, Jul 6, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The cocktail lounge is turning up the heat with Dip Du Rouge, an adults-only night swim.
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Five years in, magician Jen Kramer’s Westgate Las Vegas run continues to evolve
Brock Radke | Thu, Jul 6, 2023 (2 a.m.)
“Vegas is the magical capital of the world, but beyond that, there’s such a sense of camaraderie, so many great chances to meet and connect with people.”
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Comedian Harrison Greenbaum says ‘nothing’s off limits’ in Cirque du Soleil’s ‘Mad Apple’
Brock Radke | Thu, Jul 6, 2023 (2 a.m.)
I have a list of words that I’m the first Cirque performer in history to have said, and it keeps growing.
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Park on Fremont celebrates 10 years with a revamped menu and lush new patio
Amber Sampson | Thu, Jul 6, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The newly expanded space borrows heavily from the fanciful vibes in the back of Park, where the quaint courtyard dazzles at first sight.
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Cannabis consumption lounges are one step closer to opening their doors around the Las Vegas Valley
Shannon Miller | Thu, Jul 6, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Planet 13 hopes to have its lounge open by early 2024, while Thrive aims to open its by October or November this year.
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The future is now for players looking to make a splash in NBA Summer League
Mike Grimala | Thu, Jul 6, 2023 (2 a.m.)
As usual, the summer league will showcase some of the NBA’s most exciting young players, including 2023 lottery picks and promising second-year players hoping to use Las Vegas as a springboard to breakout 2023-24 campaigns.
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Mizumi chef Min Kim unveils an intriguing pop-up at Wynn Las Vegas
Rob Kachelriess | Thu, Jul 6, 2023 (2 a.m.)
“I thought it would be fun to try something innovative and different. I wanted to push the envelope.”
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Get to know fuzzy Vegas rock trio Deacon Hill
Amber Sampson | Thu, Jul 6, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The band’s frontman, who applies a distinct deadpan to most tracks, can’t pinpoint exactly what has influenced him most, but says, “It’s more Jimi Hendrix than anything else.”
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Eyes on Golden Knights’ top prospect Brisson in final development camp
Danny Webster | Thu, Jul 6, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Brisson, the 29th overall pick by Vegas in 2020 out of Michigan, is about to play his second year of professional hockey. All signs point to him starting the year with the Henderson Silver Knights, but Brisson will be part of a stacked competition to be on the Golden Knights’ roster come opening night.
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Free Will Astrology (July 6)
Rob Brezsny | Thu, Jul 6, 2023 (1 a.m.)
Pisces, I predict you will be more able than usual to summon uproarious life-affirming amusement from the depths of your enchanted soul.
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Aces rally past Wings for 15th straight win in Las Vegas
Danny Webster | Published Wed, Jul 5, 2023 (8:59 p.m.)
The Las Vegas Aces trailed by as many as 14 points but rallied in the second half for their ninth straight win, an 89-82 win over the Dallas Wings at Michelob ULTRA Arena on Wednesday. The Aces trailed 26-12 in the first quarter ...
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Quick Bites: Las Vegas restaurants making news this week
Las Vegas Weekly Staff | Wed, Jul 5, 2023 (11 a.m.)
The massive and highly anticipated Ocean Prime at 63 Las Vegas is just one of the Strip restaurants that recently debuted.
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What to do in Las Vegas this week (July 6-12, 2023 edition)
Las Vegas Weekly Staff | Wed, Jul 5, 2023 (2 a.m.)
J. Cole, Garth Brooks, Charlie Puth, Brittney Griner, Fallujah and more in this week’s Superguide.
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Las Vegas Aces’ bond on and off the court leads to success
By Doug Feinberg, Associated Press | Tue, Jul 4, 2023 (4:35 p.m.)
The Aces sit at 15-1 after routing both New York and Connecticut, which have the next two best records in the league.
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Luxury living taking off with renters and shifting the housing market in Las Vegas
Katie Ann McCarver | Mon, Jul 3, 2023 (2 a.m.)
People seem increasingly likely to sacrifice square footage in their homes for better amenities and luxury finishes, said Zar Zanganeh, managing partner in Nevada for ...
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What to know about Fourth of July holiday origins and traditions
Associated Press | Mon, Jul 3, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The Fourth of July is Americana at its core: parades and cookouts and cold beer and, of course, fireworks.
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The 2024 Republican presidential field keeps growing. So why aren’t there more women?
Associated Press | Mon, Jul 3, 2023 (2 a.m.)
As Republicans keep jumping into the 2024 race for president, one demographic group seems notably lacking: women.
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Composers Room Showlounge & Restaurant coming to Commercial Center
Brock Radke | Mon, Jul 3, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Pompey Entertainment is behind the latest local venue to pop up in the historic East Sahara spot.
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Ohtani becomes 2-way All-Star for 3rd straight year
Associated Press | Sun, Jul 2, 2023 (6:23 p.m.)
Shohei Ohtani became a two-way All-Star for the third straight year when he was picked for the American League pitching staff on Sunday ...
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Hotel workers in Southern California are on strike, demanding better pay
Associated Press | Sun, Jul 2, 2023 (6:04 p.m.)
Thousands of hotel workers in Southern California walked off the job on Sunday, demanding higher pay and better benefits in what the union is calling the largest strike in its history.
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Excessive heat warnings remain in many areas of US through Monday
Associated Press | Sun, Jul 2, 2023 (6:04 p.m.)
It was 102 degrees Friday at Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas, ending a 294-day stretch of temperatures staying below 100.
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Nevada Democrats want to see list of governor’s ‘dark-money’ inaugural donors
Casey Harrison | Sun, Jul 2, 2023 (2 a.m.)
The Nevada State Democratic Party is requesting records from Gov. Joe Lombardo’s office after the Republican last month vetoed a bill that would have required the disclosure of ...
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Las Vegas Aces cruise in Finals rematch against Sun
Danny Webster | Published Sat, Jul 1, 2023 (2:05 p.m.)
The defending WNBA champions won their eighth consecutive game and improved to a league-best 15-1 on the season ...
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Failed Nevada school bills include sex ed, districting changes
Hillary Davis | Sat, Jul 1, 2023 (2 a.m.)
Education-related bills introduced in the Nevada Legislature this spring that failed to become law ranged from sex education reform to attempts to continue programs that have been funded with federal pandemic relief monies. Here’s a sampling of what didn’t make the cut:
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