First Friday’s future under review after deadly shooting in Las Vegas Arts District
After 24 years as a staple of the Las Vegas Arts District, First Friday could look different following a deadly shooting that left one person dead and two other
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Proposed Spring Valley church reduces dome height by 44 feet after neighbor concerns
A proposed Ethiopian Orthodox church in Spring Valley is reducing its planned dome from 112 feet to 68 feet after listening to concerns from nearby residents.
Nevada prisons move toward digital mail to curb drug-laced paper
The Nevada Board of Prison Commissioners approved a request from the Department of Corrections to deliver most mail to inmates through a tablet, rather than through traditional paper mail.
Family identifies teen killed near First Friday event in Arts District, shooter at large
Metro Police are searching for the suspect in a shooting in the Arts District near First Friday.Metro Police say officers responded to the area of Main Street a
Former school social worker talks support after tragedy following fatal shooting of east Las Vegas teen
A 15-year-old Desert Pines High School student was killed in a shooting Friday night during a First Friday event in downtown Las Vegas, leaving a school community to cope with a sudden loss.
Henderson officers identified in weekend shooting
Henderson police have named two officers involved in the shooting on the 6000 block of Eastern Avenue on Saturday, the department stated in a news release.
'Marshals' cast celebrates season 2 in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- In celebration of the Season 2 premiere of "Marshals" on CBS, the cast joined the Raiders vs. Chiefs tailgate activation at Allegiant Stadium. Luke Grimes, Brecken Merrill, Ash Santos, Arielle Kebbel and showrunner Spencer Hudnut were all in attendance. "[Season 2] picks up…
Saline Valley Warm Springs Campground reopens after fire sparked by propane grill
More than half of Saline Valley Warm Springs Campground in Death Valley has reopened after a recent fire.Investigators with the U.S. Wildland Fire Service deter
'Only Chance' Gone: Spring Mountain attacker headed to prison
After avoiding a lengthy prison sentence after attacking and nearly killing a youth camp counselor, Tavari Pearson has been sentenced to prison for a separate set of crimes.
North Las Vegas narrows search for new hospital campus to two finalists
North Las Vegas is one step closer to bringing a major medical campus to the city, with officials announcing two finalists remain in the running to develop a hospital on a 135-acre site.
Las Vegas veterans writing class shares military experience, stories
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- A workshop is giving veterans a chance to express themselves through creative writing while sharing their military experiences. It's all in collaboration with the Neon Museum, Nevada Arts Council, Honor Flight, and the Vegas Veteran Voices nonprofit. Writing has always been a…
'An emotional setback': Business owner shares concerns following weekend burglary as police investigate
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department said they’re investigating burglaries over the weekend affecting at least two businesses in a plaza off Desert Inn Road and South Durango Drive.
Records: Man killed in Henderson police shootout previously convicted of Hawaii death
A man killed in a weekend shootout with Henderson police was previously convicted of killing another person in Hawaii almost 30 years ago, according to records.
Henderson awarded $1M for assisting domestic abuse victims
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Nevada ranks second in the nation for domestic violence incidents, and state leaders said a gap has gone unfilled to assist victims in the aftermath of their cases. Victim care experts said the funds will create jobs, support police, and help those facing the worst day of their…
Man dies after losing consciousness at Lake Havasu, Mohave County officials say
A man died after being found unresponsive at Lake Havasu, Arizona, on Saturday, Oct. 3.At around 4:25 p.m., the Mohave County Sheriff's Office Division of Boati
Las Vegas Valley Water District outlines fines for watering nonfunctional turf
The Las Vegas Valley Water District has released more information about fines that will impact those who water nonfunctional turf.
G’day! Wallaby pouch full with newborn at Nevada animal sanctuary
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- For months, the Gilcrease Nature Sanctuary has wondered when Jackie the wallaby will show off the newborn in her pouch. On Wednesday, the marsupial mother introduced Nevada’s newest joey. Jackie, 2, hopped into her Nevada home in May as part of the newest addition for the Las…
Nevada counties begin shipping mail-in ballots
Mail voting to proceed without disruptions: Nevada begins shipping out mail-in ballots. Voters can return them via mail or return them at dropboxes around the valley and at U.S. Postal Service offi...
How parents can talk to teens about traumatic headlines flooding social media
A string of high-profile and disturbing headlines in recent weeks — from the Cornell rape allegations to the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells and the botched ex
83-year-old killed in Las Vegas crosswalk crash
An 83-year-old woman died after a Ford F-350 struck her in a crosswalk at South Pecos Road and East Hacienda Avenue in southeast Las Vegas, police said. Metro is investigating.
CCSD opens school choice, magnet program applications
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- The Clark County School District has opened up school choice applications for the 2027-28 school year. The options include Open Enrollment, Magnet programs and the Central Technical Training Academy. "There is truly a CCSD school for every child - wherever his or her interests…
Rep. Dina Titus hosts Southern Nevada roundtable on e-bike, e-scooter safety
With e-bikes and e-scooters becoming a more common sight across Southern Nevada, local leaders and safety experts gathered to talk about how to prevent crashes
Nevada AG Aaron Ford holds Boulder City town hall on data centers, utility bills
Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford discussed data centers and their impact on utility costs to Boulder City.Ford, who is running for governor, held a town hall
Las Vegas police drone helps find missing 89-year-old man in desert
A Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department drone helped officers locate an 89-year-old man reported missing in the desert, police said.According to a social med
‘Hate to see it canceled’: Arts District businesses unsure how to move forward after shooting
Arts District business owners are weighing security changes and questioning how First Friday should evolve after a teenager was killed during the monthly event.
Still no local charges filed against man arrested in Las Vegas biolab investigation
Formal charges still have not been filed against the man arrested in connection with a Las Vegas biolab investigation earlier this year.
Autopsy reveals cause of death for man accused of killing wife on Angels Landing
David Vander Meer, 48, was found dead in the Clark County Detention Center shortly after his arrest for the 2006 death of his then-wife Bernadette. An autopsy has since revealed how he died.
Autopsy reveals cause of death for man who died in jail after arrest for wife's 2006 death
David Vander Meer, 48, was found dead in the Clark County Detention Center shortly after his arrest for the 2006 death of his then-wife Bernadette. An autopsy has since revealed how he died.
Las Vegas man sentenced to 33 months for unlicensed gun sales, fentanyl distribution
A Las Vegas man who sold multiple firearms without a federal license and distributed about 1,000 fentanyl pills has been sentenced to nearly three years in fede
