Woman sues Nevada agriculture officer over 2nd horse-feeding arrest
A 75-year-old Washoe County woman is alleging in a lawsuit that the Nevada Department of Agriculture and one of its officers attempted to have her prosecuted twice for same offense.
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Inmate sues Nevada prison, alleging staff failed to stop attack
A Florence McClure inmate sued Nevada prison officials, alleging staff watched as her cellmate attacked her with a razor and later failed to provide proper medical care.
Police: Impairment suspected in death of 80-year-old man hit by car in east Las Vegas
Las Vegas police are investigating a collision that killed an 80-year-old man in the area of Eastern and Cedar avenues on Friday morning.
Police: Wanted person in custody after SWAT standoff in south Las Vegas neighborhood
Las Vegas police asked the public to avoid the area near Wigwam Avenue and Pollock Drive amid a standoff with a wanted person.
'Parade of Nations' brings Hispanic Heritage Month celebration to neighborhood doorsteps
A North Las Vegas neighborhood will come alive with color, music, and culture this Saturday as the "Parade of Nations" rolls through to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.
Deadly crash detours drivers heading to Vegas 20 miles out of the way
ABC 13 is being told that drivers are being diverted off the interstate 20 miles north of the crash scene, making for a lengthy detour via State Route 168 and US 93.
Lombardo doubles down on data centers, offers trimmed tax breaks, ‘commitments’ to wary public
Gov. Joe Lombardo in a new executive order is making clear his eagerness to welcome more AI data centers into the state, calling them “the means by which Nevada will meet an unprecedented challenge and realize an unprecedented opportunity, one of the most significant for economic growth and fiscal…
Public Utility Commission approves gas plants to power data centers
Nevada regulators on Thursday approved the construction of two private methane gas power plants proposed by a major data center developer, which says its power needs have outpaced NV Energy’s ability to supply electricity for a surge of new developments. During a special meeting in Carson City, the…
Incumbent higher ed regent challenged by UNR public health professor
Peter Reed, a long-time UNR professor, is challenging Nevada System of Higher Education regent Joseph Arrascada, who is seeking a second term, in the upcoming election for District 10. [ Voter Guide: 2026 General Election Voter Guide: The candidates, the ballot measures, and the tools you need to…
'Play by our rules': Lombardo signs executive order to regulate data centers
Executive Order 2026-005 provides policies on the development of data centers in the state of Nevada — and now bears Governor Joe Lombardo's signature.
Henderson considers ordinance allowing alcohol to-go orders from restaurants and bars
Opinions among Henderson locals are split on the idea. Even some restaurants say they want more details before committing to selling alcohol to-go.
Parents seek crosswalk improvements near Pebble Road and Riley Street
Southwest Las Vegas parents say students are still crossing busy streets near bus stops without marked crosswalks or other safety improvements.
Proposed redevelopment project aims to revive Las Vegas’ historic Commercial Center
Clark County is considering a $10 million redevelopment plan in partnership with entertainment company Insomniac, which could bring a new music and events venue to the Commercial Center.
Las Vegas patients report weeks-long delays for imaging results at Steinberg Diagnostics
Las Vegas patients are speaking out after waiting weeks for MRI and CT scan results from Steinberg Diagnostics. Channel 13 investigates the delays, the impact on patient care, and what Intermountain Health says it’s doing to address the backlog.
With 2nd approval of Question 6, voters can secure abortion rights in state constitution
Nevadans this year have the opportunity to double down on the state’s abortion protections with Question 6. Abortion in Nevada is currently legal up to 24 weeks after the start of the pregnancy and after 24 weeks if a physician believes the pregnant person’s life or health is at risk. Those…
Percentage of NV children in child care deserts outpaces region, analysis finds
More than 45,000 young children in Nevada’s 4th Congressional District live in a child care desert, the highest rate among all the congressional districts in five mountain west states, according to a recent report from UNLV. Brookings Mountain West and Lincy Institute at UNLV’s analysis, which was…
Voter ID ballot question returns to Nevadans for final approval
When they show up to polling places this fall, Nevadans will not be required to show a photo ID in order to cast their ballots. But it could be the last time that’s the case. Nevadans appear poised to embrace voter ID requirements. They overwhelmingly supported the idea two years ago, with 73%…
Political newcomers vie for Family Court bench
Attorney Patricia Marr and prosecutor Gwynneth Smith are hoping to fill the Clark County Family Court Dept. D vacancy resulting from Judge Bob Teuton’s decision not to seek reelection. Marr moved to Las Vegas from Ohio in 1985. She worked in the hospitality industry, and as a single parent…
Business group abandons Lombardo in favor of Ford
The Retail Association of Nevada, which represents stores and restaurants in Nevada, is endorsing Democrat Attorney General Aaron Ford for governor, a turnaround from the 2022 election when it endorsed now-Gov. Joe Lombardo, a Republican. “This is the first time in recent history that RAN has…
Clark school district police use of force report raises more questions about tactics, racial bias
The Clark County School District Police Department’s first legislatively mandated use of force findings, which showed when pepper spray or stun guns were deployed during the 2025-26 school year it was overwhelmingly against Black people, raises more questions about school police practices that…
9 years later: 1 October Sunrise Remembrance ceremony to honor victims of Las Vegas shooting
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Clark County and the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department will co-host a 1 October Sunrise Remembrance ceremony at 7:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 1 at the Clark County Government Center Amphitheater in Downtown Las Vegas. 1 October Sunrise Remembrance ceremony The event will…
Republicans face tall task in effort to erode Democratic state Senate majority
Despite an election year forecast that’s less than encouraging for Republicans in states across the country, Nevada Republicans hope to flip control of the state Senate by ousting three Democratic incumbents, all in Southern Nevada. It’s a tall order. All the Democratic candidates have…
Family Court race features rematch between Maxey and Gaudet
Former Family Court Judge Paul Gaudet is hoping to regain the Dept. N seat he lost in 2024 to now-Judge Kerri Maxey, who defeated Gaudet by more than seven percentage points. Gaudet says the reason Maxey won is simple – she’s a woman. He will appear on the ballot this cycle using his middle name…
K-shaped economy taking toll on Las Vegas, top tourism official warns
Who is coming to Las Vegas is changing, in large part to a K-shaped economy where higher income households are disproportionately thriving while lower income households are barely above water. The shift is not a new revelation for the tourism-dependent city, but it is one fiscal analysts are…
Ballot measure gives Boulder City voters a chance to weigh in on data centers
Boulder City residents will get to decide this November whether an additional 14,000 acres of city-owned land should be opened to data center development. In February, the Boulder City Council authorized a ballot measure allowing voters to approve data center development as a new permitted use…
‘This industry is the future:’ Clark County teachers union wants state to bargain with data centers
The Clark County Education Association is calling on Nevada lawmakers to stop pushing to ban data centers entirely and instead focus their efforts on ensuring revenue from the data center boom benefits public education. CCEA, which represents teachers and licensed staff within the Clark County…
Judge denies motion to dismiss felony charge against former Mesquite police chief
A preliminary hearing is scheduled Nov. 4 in the criminal case against former Mesquite Police Chief MaQuade Chesley, who is accused of one felony count of secretly recording a conversation in Mesquite City Hall. Chesley is the second public official prosecuted by Clark County District Attorney…
Public defender challenging incumbent in Clark County Dept. 21
Clark County District Judge Tara Clark Newberry, who is wrapping up her first term on the bench, faces a challenge in November from longtime Deputy Public Defender Alex Hubert. Hubert, who says his job as a public defender “is 85% social worker, 15% lawyer,” says he chose to run against someone…
O’Donnell to speak at Trump-led Republican midterm convention in Texas
Marty O’Donnell, the video game composer challenging Democratic U.S. Rep. Susie Lee in Nevada’s 3rd Congressional District, is 1 of 12 Republican candidates scheduled to speak at an atypical party convention later this week. Conventions are typically held every four years in conjunction with the…
CD2 race is more intriguing than it usually is. How much more competitive remains to be seen.
The combination of a Republican candidate easily characterized as a carpetbagger and growing frustrations with President Trump may provide the perfect recipe for Democrats to do what previously has been thought impossible: flipping Nevada’s 2nd Congressional District blue. [ Voter Guide: 2026…