Las Vegas sees rise in sexual offenses despite overall drop in violent crime, reports show

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — Data from the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police reported an increase in sex offenses this year, even as violent crime overall trends downward. Weekly department statistics show more than 1,400 reports of sexual offenses so far in...

Las Vegas Tourism Declines as Players Shift to Online Gambling

Vegas is a real-life myth. Neon lights, ringing slot machines, Elvis impersonators, Quickie weddings, all rolled into over-the-top weekends. But times they are a-changing. Travel is expensive, habits have shifted, the real world turned digital....

PACK EXPO Las Vegas Marks 30 Years with a Record-Breaking Scale, Spotlighting Solutions for Today’s Biggest Challenges and Future Opportunities

Las Vegas was bustling with energy this week, not from the bright neon signs, casino floors, or thrilling show performances, but from the sights and sounds of the latest, ground-breaking packaging and processing technologies. New materials and...

City of Las Vegas invites nominations for 2026 Trailblazer Awards

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — Nominations are now open for the 2026 African American Trailblazer Service Awards, which honor residents of the Las Vegas valley for their outstanding civic accomplishments and significant contributions to the community. The...

Colors of Mexico opens 'Dia de Muertos' experience in Las Vegas

Las Vegas (KSNV) — Celebrate Day of the Dead at Colors of Mexico this month. The interactive cultural experience will transform its space at the Fashion Show Las Vegas into a limited-time celebration for the upcoming holiday. Organizers say the...

Gallery: Carson City’s Southwest Gas Foundation unveils new large-scale community mural celebrating the beauty of Nevada’s deserts

In support of the Carson City Murals & Music Festival and to highlight Southwest Gas’ ongoing commitment to enriching the communities it serves, on Saturday, September 20, the Southwest Gas Foundation unveiled a new desert-themed mural at the...

City of Las Vegas Did Not Discriminate Against Employee Based On Her Race/Gender

Lister v. City of Las Vegas, 148 F.4th 690 (9th Cir. 2025) Latonia Lister sued the City of Las Vegas for sex- and/or race-based employment discrimination under Title VII. Lister was the city’s first African American female firefighter who had...

First-of-its-kind circus medicine consortium begins in Las Vegas

In the rafters of the Las Vegas Circus Center, a trapeze artist cuts through the air, her trainer encouraging her from below. She may makes it look easy, but it’s not. The flight, the mid-air acrobatics, and the impact as she falls into the padded...

Indian single malt whiskies win laurels at Las Vegas Global Spirit Awards — here are the winners

The 2025 Las Vegas Global Spirits Awards showcased the rising prominence of Indian single malts on the global stage, with four out of five finalist slots in the world whiskey category secured by different Indian whiskies. This US-based,...

48 free & family-friendly Halloween events in Las Vegas

No trick! These free Las Vegas Valley and Henderson Halloween events are a sweet treat for the whole family. Despite its frightening reputation, Halloween is a family-favorite holiday in Las Vegas. Locally, Halloween events and fall activities...

Nevada State Museum brings Halloween to life with Trunk-or-Treat, Haunted House

CARSON CITY, NV – Celebrate Halloween a week early with back-to-back spooktacular events at the Nevada State Museum in Carson City! Halloween Block Party and Truck-or-Treat (Family-Friendly for all ages!) On Friday night, October 24, the Nevada...

Why September Is the Best Time to Apply for Jobs in Las Vegas Vegas Thrive Guide Part 13

Vegas Thrive Guide: September is one of the best months to land a new job in Las Vegas. Right after Labor Day, hiring ramps up, managers return from vacation, and interview timelines move faster. Companies also prepare for the holiday rush, so...

On This Day in History: Las Vegas celebrates the birth of its first mayor

LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — On This Day, we wish a happy birthday to Las Vegas’ first mayor. Peter Buol was born on October 1, 1973, in Chicago. Buol initially trained as a chef and worked in Hollywood. But by 1904, he’d made his way to Las Vegas and...

Top 5 high school football games to watch in Southern Nevada this week

All games at 6 p.m. Friday unless otherwise noted Centennial at Shadow Ridge Shadow Ridge, ranked No. 4 in the Review-Journal’s Class 5A rankings, has stormed to a 5-1 record and is 1-0 in 5A Desert League action. The Mustangs rarely pass the...

Nevada Health Link to Attend 20+ Community Events in October to Raise Awareness Ahead of Open Enrollment Period

CARSON CITY, Nev. (Oct. 1, 2025) – This October, Nevada Health Link’s navigators/assisters will be out in the community at over 20 events sharing health insurance information ahead of the Open Enrollment Period, which begins on November 1, 2025,...

Indri Crowned As World’s Best: Indian Single Malt Whisky Wins Best World Whisky at Las Vegas Global Spirit Awards 2025 With Near-Perfect 99.1 Score

Mumbai, October 2: With four of the five finalist spots in the coveted World Whisky category, Indian whiskies stole the show at the 2025 Las Vegas Global Spirits Awards. With an outstanding score of 99.1 points, just short of perfection, Indri's...

Opening date announced for new West Las Vegas Library

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — The opening date has been announced for the new library coming to Las Vegas' Historic Westside neighborhood. The West Las Vegas Library will host a grand opening celebration on Tuesday, Dec. 9, the Las Vegas-Clark County Library...

Iconic Mexican restaurant chain returns, plus Las Vegas pawn shop’s bizarre treasures

Chi-Chi's Mexican restaurant is back after a long absence. (Tolbert Photo/Alamy) NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! TOP 3: WELCOME BACK: The iconic Chi-Chi's restaurant returns to the dining scene after two decades with original recipes...

Dragonfly Energy Rockets 17% on Nevada Tech Hub Funding Win: A Battery Stock That’s Suddenly Buzzing

Folks, if you’re glued to the markets this morning like I am, you’ve probably spotted Dragonfly Energy Holdings Corp. (NASDAQ: DFLI) lighting up the board. As of this writing, shares are up a whopping 17% in early trading, turning heads and...

Las Vegas Weekly wins big at statewide awards

Las Vegas Weekly snagged 29 awards, including nine first place honors, at the Nevada Press Foundation’s Awards of Excellence in Fallon on September 20. Greenspun Media Group also notched 21 awards for daily newspaper the Las Vegas Sun and six for...