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- 1 dead after rollover crash on I-11 near Boulder Cityby Jenelle Vannoy on October 8, 2026 at 8:41 pm
A single-vehicle rollover crash on northbound I-11 near Boulder City left one person dead on Thursday.
- Pedestrian critically injured in Las Vegas crashby Julia Romero on October 8, 2026 at 7:57 pm
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- A pedestrian was hospitalized following a crash involving a vehicle on Thursday, according to Las Vegas Metro police. The crash happened around 5:15 p.m. at the intersection of Desert Inn Road and Arabella Street near Maryland […]
- Zion National Park highway reopening after major rockfall closes route for 9 daysby Greg Haas on October 8, 2026 at 7:56 pm
The highway through Zion National Park is expected to reopen on Friday after it was shut down Sept. 30 due to a major rockfall.
- Dog killed, 1 person hospitalized after townhome fire in Clark Countyby Jenelle Vannoy on October 8, 2026 at 7:46 pm
A fire broke out Thursday afternoon in a Las Vegas townhome on the 3400 block of Monte Carlo Drive, resulting in the death of one dog and injuries to an occupant.
- Nye County tightens rules for data centers after hours of confusion and anticsby James Schaeffer on October 8, 2026 at 7:14 pm
A timer mishap, suspension of city hall rules, and hours of wildly varying public comments didn’t stop Nye County Commissioners from tightening the rules for data center proposals.
- Operation 'Loaded Dice' leads to 144 arrests across Las Vegas areaby Nicholas Sommer on October 8, 2026 at 7:02 pm
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- A major law enforcement operation targeting drug trafficking and violent crime in the Las Vegas Valley has led to 144 arrests. Federal, state, and local agencies teamed up for an investigation called “Operation Loaded Dice,” […]
The Nevada Independent
- They're bright, loud, here to stay: Slots are a key part of gaming, say their makers' CEOsby Howard Stutz on October 9, 2026 at 4:00 am
The four major manufacturers, which control 82 percent of the domestic market, said new technology and international growth allow for expansion opportunities.
- Con violines, trompetas y guitarrón, Las Vegas forma a futuros profesores de mariachiby AP Noticias on October 9, 2026 at 3:15 am
A medida que la música de mariachi se vuelve cada vez más popular en escuelas del sur de Nevada, no hay suficientes maestros para satisfacer la demanda. UNLV ahora ofrece una especialización secundaria donde los estudiantes aprenden a enseñar […]
- OPINION: Flippo's follies are making Nevada politics interesting againby Michael Schaus on October 8, 2026 at 4:00 am
The Trump-first requirement for candidates in Republican primaries has produced a number of suddenly competitive races where there would have otherwise been near certainty of GOP victory.
- With violins, trumpets and the guitarrón, Las Vegas is training the mariachi educators of tomorrowby Associated Press on October 8, 2026 at 4:00 am
As mariachi music explodes in popularity at Southern Nevada schools, there are not enough teachers to meet the demand. UNLV now offers a specialty minor where students learn how to teach the mariachi genre.
- A los nevadenses los están afectando en su bolsillo": Por qué la accesibilidad económica es el tema del 2026by Tabitha Mueller on October 8, 2026 at 3:15 am
El aumento de los costos del combustible, los alimentos y la vivienda ha provocado una crisis para los residentes del estado y desempeñará un papel fundamental a la hora de determinar quién será el próximo gobernador.
- Maverick repurchasing rural Nevada properties from a bankrupt Texas-based holding companyby Howard Stutz on October 7, 2026 at 11:23 am
The change in ownership will cause no disruptions in operations and all the employees will be rehired, despite them having received letters about layoffs.
Las Vegas Review-Journal
- Thursday’s Nevada Preps scoreboardby Jeff Wollard on October 9, 2026 at 12:18 am
Check out Thursday’s Nevada Preps high school soccer, girls volleyball scores and top performances.
- Sports on TV in Las Vegasby Las Vegas Review-Journal on October 9, 2026 at 12:14 am
Here’s today’s local and national sports schedule, including television and radio listings.
- Golden Knights rally from early deficit, defeat Leafs in shootout — PHOTOSby Danny Webster on October 9, 2026 at 12:05 am
The Golden Knights overcame a three-goal deficit in the first period and defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs in a shootout on Thursday.
- No. 6 Palo Verde beats No. 5 Centennial in 5A girls volleyball — PHOTOSby Alex Wright on October 8, 2026 at 11:52 pm
Palo Verde’s girls volleyball team beat Centennial in four sets Thursday night at home. Here are photos from the game.
- VICTOR JOECKS: Question 6 would protect full-term abortionsby Victor Joecks on October 8, 2026 at 11:13 pm
The more you find out about Question 6, the less likely you are to support it.
- EDITORIAL: Supermajority in Carson City on the November ballotby Las Vegas Review-Journal on October 8, 2026 at 11:11 pm
Recommendations for state Senate.
Nevada Current
- Voters in midterm elections identify a culprit for rising cost of living: Trump’s tariffsby Ashley Murray on October 8, 2026 at 4:48 pm
WASHINGTON — Rebecca Myers lives in one of the nation’s most hotly contested congressional districts, and tariffs were on her mind as she voted early and in-person in Suffolk, Virginia in late September. The 44-year-old trained social worker […]
- City councilman and state Democratic Party chair compete to lead North Las Vegasby Michael Lyle on October 8, 2026 at 7:00 am
North Las Vegas City Councilman Scott Black will face Democratic Assemblymember Daniele Monroe-Moreno in a contentious fight over who will become the city’s next mayor. Five candidates ran during the primary election, but none were able to […]
- US Senate candidates in 9 key races quiet about Social Security benefits cliffby Jennifer Shutt on October 8, 2026 at 6:48 am
WASHINGTON — Nearly all of the U.S. senators elected this year will be in office when Congress debates how to restructure Social Security to prevent an automatic drop-off in retirement benefits in 2032. Very few candidates in competitive races, […]
- District court judge hoping to hold off challenge from attorney in Department 31 by Dana Gentry on October 8, 2026 at 6:45 am
Clark County Judge Joanna Kishner is among the roughly one-third of Eighth District incumbents who drew challengers in this year’s election. She’ll face attorney Alexandra Beth McLeod in the contest for Department 31. “Many of us who are […]
- Architect challenges incumbent for NV higher ed regents seatby April Corbin Girnus on October 8, 2026 at 6:30 am
A local architect is challenging a first-term incumbent to represent District 3 on the Nevada Board of Regents. The incumbent, Regent Byron Brooks, is an Army combat veteran who now owns and operates a local bail bonds agency. He faces Erik […]
- 2 real estate agents vie to close sale with North Las Vegas voters. by Michael Lyle on October 7, 2026 at 6:59 am
Sherry Strothers, a Navy veteran supported by labor and progressive groups, will face planning commissioner Esmeralda Villeda, who is backed by industry groups and sitting councilmembers, in the North Las Vegas Ward 1 race to replace a […]
This is Reno
- Sparks police warn parents about illegal e-bikes, reckless riding by juvenilesby ThisIsReno on October 8, 2026 at 7:00 pm
Sparks police warned residents regarding reckless juvenile riding and the use of electric bikes and scooters, which may violate Nevada law.
- Judge denies effort to remove NV Energy’s attorney from Tract data center lawsuit (updated) by Bob Conrad on October 8, 2026 at 5:00 pm
Washoe County Judge Scott Freeman heard arguments on disqualifying NV Energy attorney Adam Hosmer-Henner. Developer Tract claims the firm previously obtained confidential data.
- Registration begins for 2026 Veterans Day parade on Nov. 11by Steve Ranson on October 8, 2026 at 3:00 pm
Multiple northern Nevada organizations host events and programs to provide veterans with support, encompassing fundraisers, scholarships, career services, and health initiatives.
- City to add $94.8M to budget, restore six police officer jobsby Kristen Hackbarth on October 8, 2026 at 12:00 pm
Reno City Council unanimously approved a $94.8 million addition to the 2026-27 spending plan, restoring six police officer positions and funding various infrastructure projects.
- Bull Fire reaches 92% containment as crews prepare for stronger windsby ThisIsReno on October 8, 2026 at 10:57 am
Containment of the Bull Fire reached 92% on Wednesday. Strong winds are forecast to arrive late this week.
- Washoe County asks community for budget inputby Kristen Hackbarth on October 8, 2026 at 8:30 am
Washoe County seeks resident input on spending priorities for its upcoming $1 billion fiscal year budget through a new community survey.
