Story archive for January 2026
Reports: Seahawks’ Klint Kubiak working on deal to be next Raiders coach
Staff and wire reports | Sat, Jan 31, 2026 (9:08 p.m.)
The Las Vegas Raiders are closing in on Seattle Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak as their next head coach ....
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Shadow Ridge star Palmer selected for Pro Bowl Games showcase
Ray Brewer | Sat, Jan 31, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Shadow Ridge High School senior Jaylani Palmer has been selected to compete in the NFL FLAG Girls High School Showcase at the Pro Bowl Games on Tuesday in San Francisco in the days leading up to the Super Bowl.
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Gone are the days of the $1 buffet in Las Vegas. Now $175 buffets offer luxury dining
By Jessica Hill, Associated Press | Sat, Jan 31, 2026 (2 a.m.)
The old Las Vegas buffets didn’t make much money, but they allowed people to eat cheaply and quickly, giving them more time to spend their money on the casino floor.
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Las Vegas tourism leaders urge patience as headwinds linger
Kyle Chouinard | Sat, Jan 31, 2026 (2 a.m.)
A 7.5% dip in visitation last year raised concerns that Las Vegas was losing its luster, but Boyd Gaming CEO Keith Smith contends it’s “nothing we haven’t seen before.”
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Analysis: Raiders’ process is on point with perilous pursuit of Klint Kubiak
Case Keefer | Sat, Jan 31, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Las Vegas is light on inspiring backup choices with so many other jobs filled and Denver quarterbacks coach Davis Webb — the only other interviewee who seemed to rival Klint Kubiak — having pulled his name out of consideration. ...
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Athletics and All-Star shortstop Jacob Wilson agree to $70 million, 7-year contract
Associated Press | Fri, Jan 30, 2026 (9:01 p.m.)
The Athletics took another step Friday toward securing their potential opening-day Las Vegas lineup in 2028 by reaching an agreement with All-Star shortstop ...
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‘Protect our people’: Las Vegas businesses shutter for general strike protesting immigration enforcement
Tyler Schneider | Published Fri, Jan 30, 2026 (12:50 p.m.)
Local businesses have lent their voices to a national movement encouraging people to close shop, take absence from work or school, and avoid making any purchases on January 30.
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Stars win 5-4 in shootout after blowing 3-goal lead to Golden Knights
Associated Press | Fri, Jan 30, 2026 (7:57 a.m.)
Jason Robertson and Mikko Rantanen scored in the shootout and Dallas escaped with a 5-4 victory over the Golden Knights after the Stars blew a three-goal lead in the third period Thursday night.
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Arizona, Colorado building river litigation war chests
Tony Davis, The Arizona Daily Star, Tucson (TNS) | Fri, Jan 30, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Arizona and Colorado officials are building war chests for possible future litigation over Colorado River water rights even as the states try to negotiate an agreement on river management to keep the dispute out of court.
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Prep football programs in Las Vegas could seek independent status from NIAA
Ray Brewer | Published Thu, Jan 29, 2026 (6:13 p.m.)
Coaches across the Clark County School District are unified in supporting the plan, sources say. The move is believed to be only for football.
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Death Valley landmark Scotty’s Castle is reopening for limited tours after years of flood repairs
By Jessica Hill, Associated Press | Thu, Jan 29, 2026 (12:13 p.m.)
Scotty’s Castle, a 1920s vacation home for a millionaire couple and the domain of a famous con man, was a top attraction in Death Valley National Park before it closed from a flash flood.
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Cheap eats: Tasty, affordable dishes near the biggest experiences in Las Vegas
Las Vegas Weekly Staff | Thu, Jan 29, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Las Vegas is big and expensive. Here’s where to find affordable and fantastic food near your big ticket destinations.
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Swan Dive reemerges in the Arts District with live music and Ugly Duckling karaoke
Gabriela Rodriguez | Thu, Jan 29, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Ugly Duckling is helmed by John Brophy, founder of Portland’s cult-favorite Baby Ketten Klub, dubbed the “mastermind of America’s greatest karaoke night.”
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Nevada and six other states approaching deadline to determine plan for Colorado River
Tyler Schneider | Thu, Jan 29, 2026 (2 a.m.)
The Lower Basin states of Arizona, California and Nevada argue that the Upper Basin states of Colorado, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming should face mandatory cuts to their water allocations post-2026.
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Setting the vibe: Tips for throwing a party to stimulate the senses
Shannon Miller | Thu, Jan 29, 2026 (2 a.m.)
To make entertaining more manageable, it’s best to first be intentional about what kind of gathering you’re trying to throw.
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Why the Golden Knights didn’t hesitate to add to a strength
Case Keefer | Thu, Jan 29, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Goaltending has been an issue as the Golden Knights have dropped near the bottom of the league in most advanced metrics at the position, with now-healthy starter Adin Hill ...
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New jams and classics share the floor at Wax Rabbit’s U Remind Me R&B party
Gabriela Rodriguez | Thu, Jan 29, 2026 (2 a.m.)
People dance without any worries about who’s watching. Their shared reverence for the genre drives those inhibitions out the door, and Wax Rabbit’s allure adds to the ambiance.
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Carmine’s Pizza Kitchen celebrates an unbelievable 50 years in Las Vegas
Brock Radke | Thu, Jan 29, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Las Vegas didn’t understand pizza when Carmine Vento arrived in 1976 and opened Villa Pizza near Commercial Center on Sahara Avenue.
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Geoffrey Asmus brings his high-low comedy approach to Wiseguys at Town Square
Tyler Schneider | Thu, Jan 29, 2026 (2 a.m.)
The Minnesota native discussed his unique approach to comedy ahead of his February 1 stop at Wiseguys.
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Free Will Astrology (Week of January 29)
Rob Brezsny | Thu, Jan 29, 2026 (1 a.m.)
In the days ahead, Libra, I invite you to move as if the world is deeply in love with you; as if every element, every coincidence, every kind pair of eyes is cheering you forward.
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Nevada asks court to drop DOJ case demanding state voter rolls
Kyle Chouinard | Wed, Jan 28, 2026 (9:54 p.m.)
The Nevada Attorney General’s office asked a district court Wednesday to dismiss the federal government’s case against Secretary of State Cisco Aguilar over his refusal to hand over the state’s unredacted voter rolls.
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Las Vegas tourism down 7.5% in 2025 with 38.5 million visitors
Las Vegas Sun Staff | Wed, Jan 28, 2026 (4:47 p.m.)
Annual hotel occupancy averaged 80.3%, down 3.3 percentage points from the previous year, the authority said. Average daily room rate fell 5% ...
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What to do in Las Vegas this week: January 29-February 4
Las Vegas Weekly Staff | Wed, Jan 28, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Planet Desert Rock Weekend at the Usual Place, Xavi at the Pearl, Chelsea Handler at the Chelsea, Def Leppard at the Colosseum, Chris Stapleton at Dolby Live and more events this week in Las Vegas.
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Lawsuit claims Metro violated 1st Amendment during anti-ICE protests
Kyle Chouinard | Wed, Jan 28, 2026 (2 a.m.)
A lawsuit against Metro Police claiming its officers unconstitutionally retaliated against a livestreamer’s speech during a June anti-ICE protest in downtown Las Vegas details how a high-ranking department official dictated police’s response ...
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At least they hit a 3: Everything goes wrong in UNLV basketball’s loss to New Mexico
Ray Brewer | Tue, Jan 27, 2026 (10:23 p.m.)
UNLV freshman sensation Tyrin Jones injured his shoulder in the first minute of the Rebels’ home game against New Mexico on Tuesday and didn’t return.
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Eagles perform in Las Vegas minus a key band member
Geoff Herbert syracuse.com (TNS) | Tue, Jan 27, 2026 (1:26 p.m.)
A classic rock band has performed without a key member for the first time in 51 years. The Eagles played a concert at the Sphere in Las Vegas on Saturday without Joe Walsh ...
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A new era begins: Southwest Airlines launches assigned seating Tuesday
Jordan Parker The Dallas Morning News (TNS) | Tue, Jan 27, 2026 (2 a.m.)
The switch to assigned seating, first announced in 2024, is arguably the biggest change in company history since Southwest began flying more than 50 years ago.
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Raiders bring Joe Brady, Davis Webb back for 2nd interviews in search for head coach
By Mark Anderson, Associated Press | Mon, Jan 26, 2026 (4:16 p.m.)
The Las Vegas Raiders interviewed Buffalo offensive coordinator Joe Brady on Monday for the second time as they continue their search for a head coach.
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Paul Anka coming to Las Vegas for show at the Palms in May
Las Vegas Sun Staff | Mon, Jan 26, 2026 (7:30 a.m.)
Singer and songwriter Paul Anka will perform at 7:30 p.m. May 16 at the Pearl Concert Theater at the Palms, officials said this morning in a news release.
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Lifetime of lessons on one uniform: Las Vegas Scout earns every merit badge
Hillary Davis | Mon, Jan 26, 2026 (2 a.m.)
A Las Vegas teen’s path to an extremely rare accomplishment started by sculpting a dog out of clay and was completed on roller skates.
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Alzheimer’s disease study brings new testing to Las Vegas
Katie Ann McCarver | Mon, Jan 26, 2026 (2 a.m.)
A Las Vegas stronghold in neurology is contributing to a new study spanning multiple states and countries related to the detection and diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease. Clinical Neurology Specialists in Las Vegas has partnered with the Global Alzheimer’s Platform Foundation for ...
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Sen. Jacky Rosen urges Noem’s impeachment as Dem fury grows over Minneapolis shooting
Associated Press | Mon, Jan 26, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Democratic Sen. Jacky Rosen is calling for the impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, saying that she believes Noem is attempting to "mislead the American public”
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Super Bowl 60 is set and it’s a rematch from 11 years ago: Patriots vs. Seahawks
Associated Press | Sun, Jan 25, 2026 (7:34 p.m.)
Drake Maye vs. Sam Darnold. Two stingy defenses. A second-year head coach vs. a veteran coach in his second act.
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Road-weary Golden Knights fall 7-1 in Ottawa
Associated Press | Sun, Jan 25, 2026 (7:13 p.m.)
Stephen Halliday had two goals and an assist, Dylan Cozens also scored twice and the Ottawa Senators routed the road-weary Vegas Golden Knights 7-1 on Sunday night.
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In Las Vegas, housing costs are easing but not because of deportations
Kyle Chouinard | Sun, Jan 25, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Vice President JD Vance claims mass deportations are slashing housing costs in cities like Las Vegas with large undocumented populations, easing affordability for American families ...
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UNLV basketball falls to first-place San Diego State
Las Vegas Sun Staff | Sat, Jan 24, 2026 (10:10 p.m.)
UNLV saw its three-game winning streak and five-game home winning streak come to an end Saturday afternoon, falling 82-71 to San Diego State at the Thomas & Mack Center.
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Democratic senators vow to block DHS funding after latest Minneapolis shooting
Kyle Chouinard | Sat, Jan 24, 2026 (5:52 p.m.)
Nevada’s two U.S. senators intend to vote “no” on bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security in the wake of Saturday’s deadly shooting in Minnesota.
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Raiders interview former Giants coach Brian Daboll for head coaching job
Associated Press | Sat, Jan 24, 2026 (1:12 p.m.)
The Las Vegas Raiders interviewed former New York Giants coach Brian Daboll on Saturday for their head coaching position. Daboll coached the Giants ...
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Waymo probed by US safety agency over Austin school bus mishaps
Natalie Lung and Kara Carlson Bloomberg News (TNS) | Sat, Jan 24, 2026 (2 a.m.)
U.S. transportation safety investigators are probing a series of incidents in which self-driving cars operated by Alphabet Inc.’s Waymo unit drove improperly near parked school buses in Austin, Texas.
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Analysis: UFC’s latest evolution unveiled with tonight’s fight card at T-Mobile Arena
Case Keefer | Sat, Jan 24, 2026 (2 a.m.)
The rearranged UFC 324 couldn't be a more fitting start to the fourth major television deal in UFC history. ....
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Mitch Marner gets chilly and loud reception in his Toronto return with Golden Knights
Associated Press | Fri, Jan 23, 2026 (10:45 p.m.)
Mitch Marner stepped on the ice for warmups and heard some boos during an initial lap around a rink he knows well.
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Regents approve tuition increases for Nevada college students
Grace Da Rocha | Fri, Jan 23, 2026 (10:31 p.m.)
College students in Nevada will soon be paying a higher bill for their courses after the Nevada System of Higher Education’s Board of Regents voted 8-5 on Friday to raise tuition ...
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CCSD explains changes to school start times
Hillary Davis | Fri, Jan 23, 2026 (11:10 a.m.)
Parents in the Clark County School District favored modest tweaks to school start times in district surveys — but the plan announced by district administrators this week makes a far bigger move.
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‘Let’s get to work:’ Likely Raiders pick Mendoza declares for NFL Draft
Las Vegas Sun Staff | Fri, Jan 23, 2026 (7:31 a.m.)
He’s widely expected to land in Las Vegas with the Raiders, who hold the first overall pick in April’s draft and have a significant need at quarterback.
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Las Vegas chef Ellie Parker wins ‘Hell’s Kitchen’
Andrew DaRosa New Haven Register, Conn. (TNS) | Fri, Jan 23, 2026 (2 a.m.)
From cooking for her life to becoming the new "Hell's Kitchen" champion, chef Ellie Parker's culinary journey took many twists and turns on TV sets across the country for the past four months.
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This UNLV team has some bite again; what it’s missing are crowds
Ray Brewer | Fri, Jan 23, 2026 (2 a.m.)
If there was ever a basketball game for which the UNLV faithful should come out of hibernation, Saturday’s is it. The Rebels host San Diego State at 1 p.m. ...
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Golden Knights give up three goals in 54 seconds, fall to Bruins
Associated Press | Thu, Jan 22, 2026 (8:45 p.m.)
Charlie McAvoy started a three-goal flurry in a 54-second span in the first period, David Pastrnak had a goal and two assists and the Boston Bruins held off the Vegas Golden Knights 4-3 on Thursday night.
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UMC in Las Vegas receives recognition for nursing excellence
Grace Da Rocha | Thu, Jan 22, 2026 (8:33 p.m.)
University Medical Center is first hospital in Nevada to achieve “Magnet” recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), the hospital said today in a news release.
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Majestic Repertory Theatre’s ‘Showgirls’ musical parody delivers flashy spectacle and backstabbing bite
Shannon Miller | Thu, Jan 22, 2026 (1:56 p.m.)
"Showgirls: An Unauthorized Musical Parody" is a Champagne and (diet) coke-fueled capsule of undeniable star power, side-splitting comedy and ... squirting.
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Zayn makes a magnetic debut at Dolby Live at Park MGM
Amber Sampson | Thu, Jan 22, 2026 (6:44 a.m.)
Backed by a female-led band, the singer wielded his vocals like a well-tuned instrument, wowing the audience with floaty falsettos on “It’s You” and “Lied To.”
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The Bend’s breakfast spot Union Biscuit does just about everything right
Geoff Carter | Thu, Jan 22, 2026 (2 a.m.)
This new breakfast and brunch spot specializes in scratch-made buttermilk biscuits but also melds Southern U.S. and Korean flavors in its menu.
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Lilli residency at Durango Social Club helps chef Tyler Vorce set roots in Las Vegas
Brock Radke | Thu, Jan 22, 2026 (2 a.m.)
This chef, who cooked at Napa Valley landmark The French Laundry, is most influenced by ingredients, so his menu is changing often based on what’s available.
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Clark County homeless census tracks changes as numbers rise
Tyler Schneider | Thu, Jan 22, 2026 (2 a.m.)
The Point-In-Time count, planned for January 29, is a key determinant in how much federal funding community organizations will get, as well as a measurement of the needs of homeless individuals in any given area.
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Vegas pick’em: NFL conference championship winners against the spread
Case Keefer | Thu, Jan 22, 2026 (2 a.m.)
New England was as high as 150-to-1 to win the Super Bowl in the offseason, while Seattle was 75-to-1 at its own peak. ...
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DJ duo House of Wax goes all in on the vinyl revival
Tyler Schneider | Thu, Jan 22, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Las Vegas natives Angelo Robledo and Ruben Jackson bring their vinyl-only party to Rouge Room, Oddfellows and Pachi-Pachi this month.
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After 25 years of growth, Dana White looks ahead to a new era of UFC
Case Keefer | Thu, Jan 22, 2026 (2 a.m.)
UFC 324 on January 24 at T-Mobile Arena brings the beginning of a new broadcast rights deal with CBS and Paramount.
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Theater and puppetry fuel Whitney Lehn Meltz’s artistic whimsy at Meow Wolf’s Omega Mart
Amber Sampson | Thu, Jan 22, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Before crafting these new immersive exhibits for Meow Wolf, the artist spent years in entertainment and theater, designing sets and building puppets for Vegas Theatre Company, Majestic Repertory Theatre and Cirque du Soleil.
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A campy Vegas classic gets the musical treatment in Majestic Rep’s ‘Showgirls’ parody
Gabriela Rodriguez | Thu, Jan 22, 2026 (2 a.m.)
The stars of “Showgirls: An Unauthorized Musical Parody” joined the Weekly for an in-character interview.
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Free Will Astrology (Week of January 22)
Rob Brezsny | Thu, Jan 22, 2026 (1 a.m.)
Perhaps your sadness is a sign of your growing emotional power, dear Capricorn. Let shadows teach you how to fully appreciate the illumination.
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Credit One Bank, Raiders’ Maxx Crosby team to donate $100K to nonprofits
Las Vegas Sun Staff | Wed, Jan 21, 2026 (8:30 p.m.)
The program gave $2,000 for each Raiders sack this season. The team recorded 37 sacks in, including 10 by Crosby, raising $74,000.
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Clark County OKs new phone fee for 911 system upgrades
Grace Da Rocha | Wed, Jan 21, 2026 (3:07 p.m.)
Clark County residents will soon see an additional monthly fee on their phone bills after commissioners unanimously approved a surcharge to modernize the county’s aging emergency response system.
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Las Vegas airport launches campaign against human trafficking
Las Vegas Sun Staff | Wed, Jan 21, 2026 (11:20 a.m.)
Harry Reid International Airport has launched a new anti-human trafficking campaign aimed at raising awareness among the millions of travelers who pass through one of the nation’s busiest airports ...
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UNLV basketball erases 14-point deficit to upset Utah State
Las Vegas Sun Staff | Wed, Jan 21, 2026 (7:02 a.m.)
Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn scored 21 points and Tyrin Jones added a career-high 20 as UNLV rallied from a 14-point second-half deficit Tuesday night to upset Utah State 76-66 …
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What to do in Las Vegas this week: January 22-28
Las Vegas Weekly Staff | Wed, Jan 21, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Santana, David Blaine, chamber music at Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum, 112, Henderson Silver Knights hockey and more in this week’s Superguide.
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Record high temperatures raising concerns for Las Vegas — the nation’s fastest-warming city
While near-70-degree temperatures have residents questioning if winter is over, the unseasonable heat signals a climate crisis that threatens Southern Nevada’s water supply, ecosystems and future habitability. Las Vegas is off to a historically warm start this year ...
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House Democrats seek investigation into Interior official’s role in Nevada lithium mine approval
Lisa Friedman, New York Times Company | Wed, Jan 21, 2026 (2 a.m.)
House Democrats asked the Interior Department’s inspector general on Tuesday to investigate whether Karen Budd-Falen, the agency’s third highest ranking official, played a role ...
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CCSD: High schools to start at 8:30 a.m. beginning in August
Hillary Davis | Published Tue, Jan 20, 2026 (2:29 p.m.)
The change reflects research showing adolescents benefit from later start times, CCSD Superintendent Jhone Ebert said in a news release.
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Raiders interview multiple offense-minded coaches as search heats up
Associated Press | Published Tue, Jan 20, 2026 (2:04 p.m.)
The Las Vegas Raiders have been active in recent days adding to their growing list of coaching candidates, including interviewing former Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel on Monday in South Florida.
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Clark County advances funding for mass shooting memorial
Grace Da Rocha | Tue, Jan 20, 2026 (1:49 p.m.)
The Clark County Commission today unanimously approved a donation of up to $10 million for the 1 October Memorial Project. The county plans to incorporate mandatory construction milestones into the donation agreement
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Dolly Parton celebrates her 80th birthday with new music and best wishes
Brian Niemietz New York Daily News (TNS) | Tue, Jan 20, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Country music superstar Dolly Parton celebrated her 80th birthday Monday with new music and greetings from friends.
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Young leaders rise at Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada
Hillary Davis | Tue, Jan 20, 2026 (2 a.m.)
The Junior Youth of the Year from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada built resilience and community ties through her involvement with the organization.
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Golden Knights GM says acquiring Rasmus Andersson before Olympics was imperative
W.G. Ramirez, Associated Press | Mon, Jan 19, 2026 (9:01 p.m.)
Kelly McCrimmon made a midseason splash by acquiring a highly sought-after player in time for another playoff push.
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UNLV basketball’s Gibbs-Lawhorn wins league player of the week award
Las Vegas Sun Staff | Mon, Jan 19, 2026 (9:14 a.m.)
UNLV junior guard Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn has been named the Mountain West Player of the Week following a two-game stretch that helped led the Rebels to victories over Boise State and San Jose State.
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College football by the odds: Vegas picks and preview of Indiana vs. Miami
Case Keefer | Mon, Jan 19, 2026 (2 a.m.)
If these two teams had played in this same location to start the season, the line would have been flipped. ...
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Second Sphere venue in US proposed for Baltimore’s National Harbor
Brian Carlton Baltimore Sun (TNS) | Mon, Jan 19, 2026 (2 a.m.)
A new Sphere could rise at National Harbor under a proposal announced Sunday, a project officials say could become a new regional landmark and one of the largest economic development efforts in Prince George’s County history.
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Golden Knights acquire Andersson in trade sending Whitecloud to Flames
Associated Press | Sun, Jan 18, 2026 (8:55 p.m.)
The Pacific Division-leading Vegas Golden Knights added an offensive element to their blue line by acquiring defenseman Rasmus Andersson in a trade Sunday with the Calgary Flames.
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Influencers’ quiet disclosures lagged behind LVCVA’s loud promotion of Formula One race
Kyle Chouinard | Sun, Jan 18, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Hannah Stocking had a contract with the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority to promote the race — one of a dozen influencers the agency enlisted for Formula One weekend. A Sun analysis found that ...
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Nominations are now open for 2026 Sun Standout Awards
Las Vegas Sun Staff | Sun, Jan 18, 2026 (2 a.m.)
The Las Vegas Sun Standout Awards — the ESPYs of Las Vegas preps — return May 18 to the South Point Showroom. We need your help making it special.
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Golden Knights rout Predators 7-2 for their 7th straight victory
Cole Reinhardt and Mitch Marner scored two more goals in quick succession, striking in a 50-second span, and Keegan Kolesar capped the five-goal third. Akira Schmid made 26 saves.
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Hot-shooting UNLV basketball downs San Jose State
Las Vegas Sun Staff | Sat, Jan 17, 2026 (8:34 p.m.)
The UNLV basketball team shot a season-high 47.8% from 3-point range on Saturday at San Jose State, making 11 3-pointers in a 76-62 victory.
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Reports: Metallica nearing deal for Las Vegas Sphere residency in 2027
Scott R. Axelrod Staten Island Advance, N.Y. (TNS) | Sat, Jan 17, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Metallica would become the first heavy metal band to headline a Sphere residency. Bassist Robert Trujillo spoke about potential visual possibilities during an appearance ....
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Golden Gate at 120 carries story of Las Vegas from past to present
Grace Da Rocha | Sat, Jan 17, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Downtown Las Vegas, in a city famous for demolitions, feels like a time capsule. Probably no other property captures that quite like the Golden Gate ...
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Who is Shane Hennen, the high-stakes Philly gambler at the center of the latest sports-betting indictment?
Ryan W. Briggs The Philadelphia Inquirer (TNS) | Sat, Jan 17, 2026 (2 a.m.)
On social media, Shane Hennen posted his sportsbook picks along with glamorous photos jetting around to Vegas or Dubai, or sitting courtside at Sixers games
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Nevada graduation rate hits 85%, highest since pandemic
Hillary Davis | Sat, Jan 17, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Nevada’s statewide high school graduation rate improved significantly, driven largely by gains in the Clark County School District, according to data shared this week with the Nevada State Board of Education.
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Rio workers ratify four-year contract after strike threat
Las Vegas Sun Staff | Fri, Jan 16, 2026 (7:53 a.m.)
Workers at the Rio have ratified a four-year collective bargaining agreement that includes a 15% wage increase and enhanced benefits, the Teamsters Local 986 announced this morning.
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Changes at Downtown Las Vegas Events Center, BTS returns and more Las Vegas music notes
Amber Sampson | Fri, Jan 16, 2026 (6 a.m.)
Korean pop phenoms BTS have announced their return to Allegiant Stadium on May 23, 24 and 27 as part of a 79-date world tour.
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Atari Hotel project in Las Vegas quietly powers down
Kyle Chouinard | Fri, Jan 16, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Las Vegas won’t be leveling up with an Atari Hotel after all. The gaming-inspired resort once slated for the city has been shelved, the company confirmed this week, as the project narrows its focus to Phoenix.
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Nevada Democrats seize on Trump’s proposed housing plan to challenge Lombardo’s record
Kyle Chouinard | Fri, Jan 16, 2026 (2 a.m.)
When President Donald Trump vowed last week to stop big corporations from buying up single-family homes, Nevada Democrats heard an echo from closer to home — and a chance to call out what they see ...
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Analysis: Nothing can stop the streaking Golden Knights right now
Case Keefer | Thu, Jan 15, 2026 (10:47 p.m.)
Jack Eichel washed it all away with an overtime goal less than three minutes after assisting on a game-tying score with seven seconds remaining in regulation to lift the Golden Knights to a 6-5 victory over the Maple Leafs. ...
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Ford unveils housing affordability plan in bid for Nevada governor
Kyle Chouinard | Thu, Jan 15, 2026 (8:48 p.m.)
Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford unveiled his plan Thursday night to tackle Nevada's ongoing housing crisis if elected governor, focusing on easing life for renters while speeding up and expanding development.
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UNLV football to open 2026 season against Memphis
Las Vegas Sun Staff | Thu, Jan 15, 2026 (11:13 a.m.)
The UNLV football team will open its 2026 season Aug. 29 against Memphis at Allegiant Stadium, the university announced today.
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Former NCAA players and fixers charged over rigged basketball games, prosecutors say
Associated Press | Published Thu, Jan 15, 2026 (9:28 a.m.)
The scheme generally revolved around fixers recruiting players with the promise of a big payment in exchange for those players purposefully underperforming during a game. ...
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California cool makes a comeback at Las Vegas’ resurrected Boa Steakhouse
Shannon Miller | Thu, Jan 15, 2026 (2 a.m.)
After decades of success, multiple locations in LA and one at the Forum Shops at Caesars, Boa reopened on the Strip at the Grand Canal Shoppes in November.
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Vegas pick’em: NFL divisional round winners against the spread
Case Keefer | Thu, Jan 15, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Seattle was the big winner of the wild-card round despite not playing as it went from as high as +350 a week ago to now as low as +260 to win Super Bowl 60. ...
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Feeding the meter: Business owners push back on paid parking in the Arts District
Tyler Schneider | Thu, Jan 15, 2026 (2 a.m.)
The saga began when the city raised the parking rate for street meters along the busy corridor south of Charleston Boulevard in October, bringing totals up to $2 to $4 per hour.
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Clark County specialty courts, CSN partner to open new paths for young adult offenders
Grace Da Rocha | Thu, Jan 15, 2026 (2 a.m.)
A new partnership between the 8th Judicial District Court and the College of Southern Nevada will help young adults in a pair of Clark County’s specialty court programs rebuild their lives ...
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The incomparable Penn & Teller celebrate 25 years of entertaining and remaking Las Vegas
Geoff Carter | Thu, Jan 15, 2026 (2 a.m.)
From the start of their residency at the Rio on January 5, 2001, it was clear that either Vegas would change Penn & Teller, or they would change Vegas.
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Get to know singer-songwriter and model Ayaka Taylor
Amber Sampson | Thu, Jan 15, 2026 (2 a.m.)
The Vegas-born model and actress might be new to the Las Vegas music scene, but she’s no stranger to putting herself out there.
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Aces & Ales founders hit all the right notes with Evolve Brewing
Tyler Schneider | Thu, Jan 15, 2026 (2 a.m.)
As Evolve Brewing gears up to host its first anniversary celebration on January 31, owners Ryan Johnson and Keri Kelli take pride in the beer legacy they’ve built.
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Rouge Noir marks one year of transformation through house music
Gabriela Rodriguez | Thu, Jan 15, 2026 (2 a.m.)
The weekly event is well-traveled and well-curated, built on the unspoken understanding that house music is more than just a genre—it’s a cultural contract.
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Nevada State Veterans Memorial breaks ground at Thunderbird Family Sports Complex
Associated Press | Thu, Jan 15, 2026 (2 a.m.)
A collection of 18 bronze statues honoring American military service will find a new permanent home in northwest Las Vegas at the Thunderbird Family Sports Complex.
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Smell the stress away: Aromatherapy can offer powerful relief for body and mind
Gabriela Rodriguez | Thu, Jan 15, 2026 (2 a.m.)
For Michael Buckham of Mike’s Recovery, aromatherapy has been a practical, deeply physical tool for healing.
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Calling our shots: Predicting the year ahead in Las Vegas sports
Case Keefer | Thu, Jan 15, 2026 (2 a.m.)
It’s become an annual tradition to predict the year ahead in Las Vegas sports here, and last year was almost certainly the most accurate the exercise has ever turned out.
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Free Will Astrology (Week of January 15)
Rob Brezsny | Thu, Jan 15, 2026 (1 a.m.)
You are now at the height of your Virgo powers. I hope you wield them with utter flair and finesse. Make everything you touch better than it was before you touched it.
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UNLV basketball hangs tough for overtime win against Boise State
Las Vegas Sun Staff | Wed, Jan 14, 2026 (7:45 a.m.)
Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn poured in a career-high 33 points Tuesday for UNLV in the Rebels' 89-85 overtime win over Boise State at the Thomas & Mack Center.
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What to do in Las Vegas this week: January 15-21
Las Vegas Weekly Staff | Wed, Jan 14, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Blake Shelton, Tijuana Panthers, Chris Tucker, Kirk Whalum, Zayn and more in this week’s Superguide.
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Drought-stricken Arizona moves to curb groundwater use in more rural areas
Associated Press | Tue, Jan 13, 2026 (9:59 p.m.)
Officials in drought-stricken Arizona are moving to regulate groundwater use on the state's western edge where wells have been running dry.
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Discount supermarket chain ALDI to double store count in Las Vegas
Brandon Champion mlive.com (TNS) | Tue, Jan 13, 2026 (2:47 p.m.)
ALDI plans to open more than 180 stores by the end of 2026 as part of an expansion plan that calls for doubling its Las Vegas store count by 2030 ....
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Golden Knights in contention for Pacific Division that is light in wins
The Golden Knights ended 2025 and opened 2026 by losing eight of nine games, including five in regulation that denied Vegas even loser points.
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California school district near Nevada caught up in a dispute over transgender athlete policies
Associated Press | Tue, Jan 13, 2026 (2 a.m.)
A Lake Tahoe school district is caught between California and Nevada's competing policies on transgender student athletes, a dispute that's poised to reorder where the district's students compete.
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Inside Democrats’ brewing debate over which states should vote first in 2028
By Shane Goldmacher, New York Times Company | Tue, Jan 13, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Democratic Party insiders are beginning to puzzle over one of the more consequential decisions for the party’s future: which states should vote first in the 2028 presidential primary elections.
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Mary J. Blige set for first Las Vegas residency at Park MGM
Las Vegas Sun Staff | Mon, Jan 12, 2026 (7:50 a.m.)
“Mary J. Blige: My Life, My Story The Las Vegas Residency,” is scheduled for 10 performances May 1-9 and July 10-18 at the 5,200-seat venue inside Park MGM, resort officials announced today.
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‘Gold standard’: UNLV recognized among nation’s most community-focused universities
Ray Brewer | Mon, Jan 12, 2026 (7:07 a.m.)
UNLV today received its second consecutive Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement, maintaining its place among the nation’s most community-focused higher education institutions.
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Debt burden lifted for thousands of Nevadans
Katie Ann McCarver | Mon, Jan 12, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Thousands of people received a letter in the mail the week of Thanksgiving, informing them that Somos Votantes had eliminated their medical debt. There had been no application process.
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People on the Move: Jan. 12, 2026
VEGAS INC Staff | Mon, Jan 12, 2026 (2 a.m.)
In the Notes: Nevada Donor Network, StartUpNV, Tami Beutel, Alexandria Hurley, Brian Harlan, Laura Rich and more ...
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Coronado product commits to Michigan football after breakout season at Utah
Aaron McMann mlive.com (TNS) | Sun, Jan 11, 2026 (8:45 p.m.)
Michigan football continues to add offensive weapons, and the latest one is coming off a breakout freshman season.
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Hertl scores twice in 5-point game, Golden Knights beat Sharks 7-2 for 4th win in a row
Associated Press | Sun, Jan 11, 2026 (8:21 p.m.)
Tomas Hertl had two goals and three assists, Jack Eichel also scored twice and the Vegas Golden Knights beat San Jose 7-2 on Sunday night ...
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Hundreds march in Las Vegas protesting ICE shooting of Minnesota woman Renée Good
Kyle Chouinard | Sun, Jan 11, 2026 (5:42 p.m.)
Hundreds of protestors marched through downtown Las Vegas this afternoon following a coffin that featured an image of Renée Good, the Minnesota woman fatally shot last week by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent.
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State title preview? Bishop Gorman basketball outlasts Coronado, 62-58
Ray Brewer | Sun, Jan 11, 2026 (8:14 a.m.)
The Bishop Gorman basketball team prevailed 62-58 over Coronado on Saturday in a Big City Showdown that lived up to its billing, with the game coming down to a missed 3-pointer by Coronado in the closing seconds.
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UNLV partnership aims to grow next generation of preservationists in Nevada
Grace Da Rocha | Sun, Jan 11, 2026 (2 a.m.)
The preservation foundation is a nonprofit membership organization based in Las Vegas that preserves historic sites within the state ...
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Microwave-sized machine that debuted at CES ready to take on sprawling data centers
Kyle Chouinard | Sun, Jan 11, 2026 (2 a.m.)
It’s about the size of a microwave, costs more than a house and could change how artificial intelligence runs. At CES in Las Vegas last week ...
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Marner, Stone lead Golden Knights to 4-2 win over Blues
Associated Press | Sat, Jan 10, 2026 (10:11 p.m.)
Mitch Marner had a goal and an assist in his 700th career game, Mark Stone tied the Golden Knights' record with a goal in his seventh straight game, and Vegas defeated the St. Louis Blues 4-2 ...
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Where a Saudi company pumps desert groundwater, Arizona considers imposing limits
Bt Ian James, Los Angeles Times (TNS) | Sat, Jan 10, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Lush green fields of alfalfa spread across thousands of acres in a desert valley in western Arizona, where a dairy company from Saudi Arabia grows the thirsty crop by pulling up groundwater from dozens of wells.
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UNLV basketball can’t finish in falling at Colorado State
The UNLV basketball team allowed nine unanswered points to open today’s game at Colorado State. Coach Josh Pastner saw enough ...
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WNBA and players’ union fail to reach new CBA, negotiations continue without extension
Associated Press | Fri, Jan 9, 2026 (9:30 p.m.)
The WNBA and its players' union will not agree to another collective bargaining agreement extension after the current deadline passes Friday night, WNBPA vice president Breanna Stewart said.
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Draft EIS asserts federal role in Colorado River’s post-2026 future
Las Vegas Sun Staff | Fri, Jan 9, 2026 (2 p.m.)
Five potential operating plans for the Colorado River after current agreements expire in 2026 anchor a new federal environmental review released today that will shape water deliveries ...
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Cool tech that flew under the radar at CES 2026
Amber Sampson | Fri, Jan 9, 2026 (1:45 p.m.)
Artificial intelligence took center stage, incorporated into everything from luxury vehicles and lawn mowers to stuffed animals.
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As Arizona groundwater disappears, an agricultural giant agrees to use less
Ian James Los Angeles Times (TNS) | Fri, Jan 9, 2026 (2 a.m.)
One of the largest farming businesses in Arizona has agreed to use less water and pay $11 million in a deal that state officials say will help preserve ...
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The Golden Globes are this week. Here’s what to know about the first major show of awards season
Associated Press | Fri, Jan 9, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Here are more key things to know about the ceremony:
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Golden Knights goalie Carter Hart injured in first period against Blue Jackets
Associated Press | Thu, Jan 8, 2026 (9:54 p.m.)
Vegas Golden Knights goalie Carter Hart appeared to injure his left leg in the first period of a 5-2 win Thursday night against the Columbus Blue Jackets.
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Bruno Mars’ first stadium tour to launch at Allegiant in Las Vegas
Las Vegas Weekly Staff | Thu, Jan 8, 2026 (12:38 p.m.)
Anderson .Paak and Leon Thomas to support Bruno Mars' The Romantic Tour
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Local spin: New releases from Las Vegas artists Brett Bolton, Jae Douglass, Quinn Ayers and Rhaina Yasmin
Gabriela Rodriguez, Amber Sampson | Thu, Jan 8, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Brett Bolton’s five-track EP combines his drums, touchpad and real-time AV systems to create an experience that transcends both sound and color.
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Majestic Repertory Theatre expands two shows to LA
Amber Sampson | Thu, Jan 8, 2026 (2 a.m.)
"Empanada Loca" and "The Craft’d" are on their way to Southern California in February.
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Vegas starter kit: The pop culture you need to understand the city
Las Vegas Weekly Staff | Thu, Jan 8, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Like any real city, you need to live Las Vegas to truly understand its culture—but there’s always art that can provide a convenient and creative way in.
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Guerrilla Pizza Company’s Robby Cunningham on building a cult favorite
Gabriela Rodriguez | Thu, Jan 8, 2026 (2 a.m.)
The Detroit-style pizzeria that established itself at the Hard Hat Lounge has finally opened its own shop Downtown.
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A’s Player of the Month: Slam Nevada’s Drake Hooiman
Ray Brewer | Thu, Jan 8, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Drake Hooiman had been in Las Vegas for only a few weeks, and he wasn’t sure he wanted to stay.
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Vegas pick’em: NFL wild-card weekend winners against the spread
Case Keefer | Thu, Jan 8, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Here are six future bets to target at the start of the NFL playoffs, and full point-spread handicaps of the wild-card weekend slate. ...
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Tunnel vision: UNLV declines a Vegas Loop station on campus
Grace Da Rocha | Thu, Jan 8, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Tyler Fairbanks, a manager of the Boring Company, told regents that “it’s extremely important” to get UNLV students excited about what they’re building ...
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Dose of uncertainty: Experts wary of AI health gadgets at CES
By Jessica Hill, Associated Press | Thu, Jan 8, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Health tech gadgets displayed at the annual CES trade show make a lot of promises. A smart scale promoted a healthier lifestyle by scanning your feet to track your heart health ...
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Lawmaker raises concerns as Nevada weighs sugary SNAP restrictions
Hillary Davis | Thu, Jan 8, 2026 (2 a.m.)
A report by the National Grocers Association and other industry trade groups estimated that carrying out SNAP restrictions would cost U.S. retailers ...
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Learning on the job: A transplant’s take on year one in Las Vegas
Tyler Schneider | Thu, Jan 8, 2026 (2 a.m.)
The Strip is about as diverse and consumerist as I anticipated—though that doesn’t mean I’m not still frequently struck by the sheer absurdism and grandiosity of it all. Are we just pretending this is normal?
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A sample of favorite bites at Venetian’s Via Via Food Hall
Amber Sampson | Thu, Jan 8, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Via Via, which arrived last summer, is full of delicious concepts from some of the best food cities in the country—LA, New Orleans and New York.
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Raiders’ nightmare season ends with a dream draft pick: First overall
Case Keefer | Thu, Jan 8, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Ashton Jeanty’s eyes lit up bright enough to outshine the diamond-bedazzled beanie covering his head when asked about the Raiders earning the No. 1 overall draft pick minutes after their season had ended.
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Free Will Astrology (Week of January 8)
Ron Brezsny | Thu, Jan 8, 2026 (1 a.m.)
The coming months are ripe for sacred audacity, Capricorn: boldness with a conscience and courage guided by kindness.
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Raiders pass rusher Maxx Crosby undergoes knee surgery
Associated Press | Wed, Jan 7, 2026 (9:32 p.m.)
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby underwent what he termed successful left knee surgery Wednesday.
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Next QB project: Can Dan Mullen revive Jackson Arnold’s career at UNLV?
Ray Brewer | Wed, Jan 7, 2026 (9:25 a.m.)
The university announced this morning that Arnold is transferring to the Rebels program from Auburn, where he spent one season and threw for 1,309 yards and six touchdowns.
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At CES, auto and tech companies transform cars into proactive companions
By Rio Yamet, Associated Press | Wed, Jan 7, 2026 (2 a.m.)
In a vision of the near future shared at CES, a girl slides into the back seat of her parents' car and the cabin instantly comes alive.
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Their homes survived the 2025 LA area wildfires; now they fear living in them
By Dorany Pineda and Jae C. Hong, Associated Press | Wed, Jan 7, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Indoor air quality after wildfires remains understudied, and scientists still don’t know the long-term health effects of exposure to massive urban fires like last year’s in Los Angeles.
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What to do in Las Vegas this week: January 8-14
Las Vegas Weekly Staff | Wed, Jan 7, 2026 (2 a.m.)
UNLV hockey, Keyshia Cole, Caspian’s first anniversary party, Alec Monopoly, DJ Pauly D and more in this week’s Superguide.
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Pre-CES summit links Korean startups with Nevada business leaders
Kyle Chouinard | Wed, Jan 7, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Water quality monitors being tested in Las Vegas resort pools. Diagnostic technology for electric vehicle batteries. AI-powered golf clubs that perfect a player’s swing.
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Tomas Hertl scores in OT as Golden Knights win 4-3, hand Jets their 10th straight loss
Associated Press | Tue, Jan 6, 2026 (9:57 p.m.)
Tomas Hertl scored on the power play at 4:47 of overtime and the Vegas Golden Knights beat Winnipeg 4-3 on Tuesday night, handing the Jets their 10th straight loss.
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A’s relocation hits speed bump with trademark denial for ‘Las Vegas Athletics’
By Mark Anderson, Associated Press | Tue, Jan 6, 2026 (3:14 p.m.)
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has for now denied the A's request to trademark the names “Las Vegas Athletics” and “Vegas Athletics.”
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Where to get the most out of Dry January in Las Vegas
Gabriela Rodriguez, Amber Sampson | Tue, Jan 6, 2026 (6:27 a.m.)
Local bars and restaurants have embraced refreshing drink alternatives and the mighty mocktail with enthusiasm.
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Las Vegas homes sales hit lowest mark since 2007
VEGAS INC Staff | Tue, Jan 6, 2026 (5 a.m.)
Home sales in Southern Nevada fell to their lowest annual total in nearly two decades last year, according to a report from Las Vegas Realtors. A total of 28,498 ...
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5 years later, Jan. 6 scars endure for Capitol Police officers
By Mary Clare Jalonick, Associated Press | Tue, Jan 6, 2026 (2 a.m.)
As Donald Trump was inaugurated for the second time Jan. 20, 2025, former Capitol Police Sgt. Aquilino Gonell put his phone on “do not disturb” and left it on his nightstand ...
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Raiders need coach who fits John Spytek’s vision
Case Keefer | Tue, Jan 6, 2026 (2 a.m.)
The Raiders made the right decision in ditching Carroll while doubling down on Spytek by giving him the autonomy he always deserved ahead of next season. ...
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LVCVA rolls out $600 million convention center overhaul, just in time for return of CES
Kyle Chouinard | Tue, Jan 6, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Tourism officials unveiled a $600 million overhaul of the Las Vegas Convention Center just as CES draws tens of thousands of visitors this week ...
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EPA says it will propose drinking water limit for perchlorate, but only because court ordered it
Associated Press | Mon, Jan 5, 2026 (9:46 a.m.)
Nevada had said in 2020 that it wouldn't be affected by the reversal, after 20 years of cleanup efforts that dramatically reduced the concentration of perchlorates in Lake Mead. That effort was ...
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Raiders fire Pete Carroll, will bring in fourth coach in four years
Case Keefer | Published Mon, Jan 5, 2026 (8:39 a.m.)
The 74-year-old had his worst campaign in 27 seasons as a coach split between college football and the NFL with the Raiders, finishing 3-14 and delivering the franchise its first No. 1 overall draft pick in 19 years. ...
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Openings at Milk Bread, Kyuramen, How Ya Dough’n and more Las Vegas dining news
Brock Radke | Mon, Jan 5, 2026 (5:26 a.m.)
Butcher & Thief, a steakhouse from the team behind Carson Kitchen, has opened at The Bend.
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After Maduro, who’s next? Trump spurs speculation about his plans for Greenland, Cuba and Colombia
Associated Press | Mon, Jan 5, 2026 (2 a.m.)
A day after the audacious U.S. military operation in Venezuela, President Donald Trump on Sunday renewed his calls for an American takeover of the Danish territory of Greenland for the sake of U.S. security interests ...
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Weather service: Las Vegas records 5th warmest year in 2025
Las Vegas Sun Staff | Mon, Jan 5, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Las Vegas saw 77 days with temperatures at or above 100 degrees — 35 fewer than in 2024. The mercury peaked at 112 degrees twice ...
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What to expect from CES 2026, the annual show of all things tech?
Associated Press | Mon, Jan 5, 2026 (2 a.m.)
With the start of the New Year squarely behind us, it's once again time for the annual CES trade show to shine a spotlight on the latest tech companies plan on offering in 2026.
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Quarter-century team: 25 players for 25 years of prep football in Las Vegas
Ray Brewer | Mon, Jan 5, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Kris Cinkovich’s Las Vegas High teams dominated the early 2000s, but since 2009, Bishop Gorman has rewritten the record books.
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Golden Knights fall in overtime at Chicago
Associated Press | Sun, Jan 4, 2026 (8:44 p.m.)
Tyler Bertuzzi scored at 1:18 of overtime for his second hat trick of the season and fifth in the NHL to give the Chicago Blackhawks a 3-2 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights on Sunday night.
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Raiders end Pete Carroll’s first and likely lone season with thrilling victory
Case Keefer | Published Sun, Jan 4, 2026 (4:37 p.m.)
All parties came away satisfied as Las Vegas edged Kansas City 14-12 in a Week 18 game that turned dramatic in the final four minutes. ...
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Henderson Police shoot suspect who rammed patrol cars with front loader
Las Vegas Sun Staff | Sun, Jan 4, 2026 (2:49 p.m.)
Two Henderson police officers shot a suspect who drove a stolen front loader construction vehicle at an officer and rammed two patrol cars Sunday morning ...
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Raiders secure No. 1 overall pick in NFL draft after Giants’ win over Cowboys
Associated Press | Sun, Jan 4, 2026 (2:18 p.m.)
The Las Vegas Raiders will pick first in this year's NFL draft after the New York Giants defeated the Dallas Cowboys 34-17 on Sunday.
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Venezuelan asylum-seekers worry about what comes next
By Jazmine Ulloa, New York Times Company | Sun, Jan 4, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Homeland Security officials did not immediately respond to requests for comment about the future of the program or the criticism from officials and Venezuelan American leaders over the decision to end it.
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Bettors’ phantom winnings, in Nevada and elsewhere, now face real tax liability
Kyle Chouinard | Sun, Jan 4, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Nevada gamblers and casual bettors nationwide face a new tax reality: Starting in 2026, gamblers nationwide can deduct just 90% of their losses against winnings, a drop from the prior full 100% allowance …
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As Chinatown thrives, a plan emerges to keep pace, safeguard a cultural heart
Grace Da Rocha | Sun, Jan 4, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Chinatown’s origins date to the 1990s with the development of the Chinatown Plaza shopping center, according to the county. On May 7, 1996, the plaza was designated ...
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UNLV basketball holds Air Force to 39 points, starts Mountain West play 2-0
Ray Brewer | Sat, Jan 3, 2026 (8:32 p.m.)
The UNLV basketball team sits atop the Mountain West conference standings — though after just two league games, both against teams projected to finish near the bottom.
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Nevada delegation slams Trump over Maduro capture
Las Vegas Sun Staff | Sat, Jan 3, 2026 (12:44 p.m.)
Democrats in Nevada’s federal delegation are sounding alarms about the military operation this morning that captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro ...
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US captures Venezuela’s leader and his wife in a stunning operation
Associated Press | Published Sat, Jan 3, 2026 (7:55 a.m.)
The United States captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and flew him out of the country in a stunning military operation early Saturday that plucked a sitting leader from office ...
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Exploring Area15’s new interactive entertainment offerings
Las Vegas Weekly Staff | Sat, Jan 3, 2026 (2 a.m.)
Area15 introduced us to fall’s attraction of the season, Universal Horror Unleashed, but even more experiences have rolled out since then.
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Las Vegas student, 16, is finding his voice in the halls of power
Hillary Davis | Sat, Jan 3, 2026 (2 a.m.)
A Las Vegas high school junior is already shaping state law and now heads to Washington — before he can even vote.
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Top draft pick could be on the line for Raiders when they host the Chiefs
Mark Anderson, Associated Press | Sat, Jan 3, 2026 (2 a.m.)
For a game between teams with losing records to end the regular season, there is quite a bit at stake — especially for the Raiders. Las Vegas is in position for the top pick ...
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Las Vegas shatters record for warmest December
Las Vegas Sun Staff | Fri, Jan 2, 2026 (4:07 p.m.)
Las Vegas set a new record for its warmest December on record in 2025, according to the National Weather Service in Las Vegas.
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Mike Scherer returning to UNLV to coach linebackers
Ray Brewer | Fri, Jan 2, 2026 (3:45 p.m.)
Mike Scherer, who spent two seasons as UNLV’s defensive coordinator, is returning to the program to coach linebackers, the university announced Friday afternoon.
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Jack Eichel returns after 7 games; Golden Knights still fall to Blues
Staff and wire reports | Fri, Jan 2, 2026 (3:13 p.m.)
Jack Eichel returned to the Vegas Golden Knights lineup Friday after missing seven games with a lower-body injury, but it wasn't enough as they fell 4-3 to the St. Louis Blues.
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‘Loyalty matters to me’: UNLV football retains key players on offense
Ray Brewer | Fri, Jan 2, 2026 (1:52 p.m.)
The UNLV football team has retained two of its top players for the upcoming season, according to social media posts from the program.
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Southern Nevada braces for fallout as federal homelessness funding shifts
Grace Da Rocha | Fri, Jan 2, 2026 (2 a.m.)
A decadeslong federal effort to house the homeless has been dismantled and replaced by a Trump administration policy that favors ...
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GlowFest celebrates the spirit of the lantern festival near the Las Vegas Strip
Shannon Miller | Fri, Jan 2, 2026 (2 a.m.)
“GlowFest is more than a light show. It’s an immersive journey through art, culture, storytelling and imagination."
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Las Vegas concert moments to remember from 2025
John Taylor | Thu, Jan 1, 2026 (2 a.m.)
No disrespect to Nashville, Tenn., but in 2025 Las Vegas could have passed for Music City itself. The city’s venues were booked solid across the calendar. …
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Vegas pick’em: NFL Week 18 winners against the spread
Case Keefer | Thu, Jan 1, 2026 (2 a.m.)
San Francisco’s recent run, which includes six consecutive straight-up wins as well as victories in seven of its last eight, has elevated it to play for the NFC’s No. 1 seed Saturday night hosting Seattle.
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Free Will Astrology (Week of January 1, 2026)
Rob Brezsny | Thu, Jan 1, 2026 (1 a.m.)
Capricorn, try to be a magnanimous strategist who understands that things may gain value through distribution, not restriction. Your intelligence will be worth more unleashed than protected.
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