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Las Vegas News Briefs − July 2025
ATTRACTIONS & ENTERTAINMENT DOLLY PARTON ANNOUNCES SPECIAL LIMITED ENGAGEMENT AT THE COLOSSEUM AT CAESARS PALACE IN LAS VEGAS Global superstar and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Dolly Parton is headed to the Las Vegas Strip with a brand-new...

Las Vegas mayor voices support for agreement between ICE, Las Vegas police
Las Vegas Mayor Shelly Berkley said she supported Las Vegas police signing an agreement to help enforce federal immigration law. Las Vegas Mayor Shelley Berkley said she supports Las Vegas Metropolitan Police’s decision to enter into a partnership...

Former Las Vegas mayoral candidate joins congressional race
Tera Anderson, a former candidate for Las Vegas mayor, is among the growing list of Republicans looking to unseat Rep. Susie Lee. Tera Anderson, a Las Vegas resident who previously ran for mayor, now has her sights set on Washington D.C. Anderson...

Las Vegas Raiders Great Shocks NFL World With Career Decision Reversal
Getty Darren Waller wears a shirt in honor of Damar Hamlin during warmups prior to the Raiders game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Allegiant Stadium on January 07, 2023. Tight end Darren Waller is one of the best Las Vegas Raiders players in...

Good Morning, Las Vegas: Recovery work continues overnight after severe weather
KTNV — We're waking up to a city still reeling from the powerful windstorm that swept through the valley. We have reporters out this morning to let you know what it looks like out there before you head out. We'll have scattered showers and storms...

Las Vegas Sands extends global hygiene and water partnership with $515,000 donation to The WASH Foundation
Las Vegas Sands has deepened its long-running partnership with The WASH Foundation, committing $515,000 to support water, sanitation and hygiene initiatives that aid vulnerable populations around the world. The donation, announced June 26, marks...

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Nevada County in week ending June 28?
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.gov There were two gas stations in cities across Nevada County selling premium...

On eve of Governor's Dinner, Chris Ault dishes on 60 years with Nevada athletics
Chris Ault can speak about Nevada athletics' history because he's lived it. Ault joined the Wolf Pack as a player in 1965. After graduating in 1968, he spent a few years as a local high school coach before a stint as an assistant at UNLV. He...

“Tesla Breaks Free From China”: Company Launches In-House LFP Battery Production in a Stunning Strategic Shift
IN A NUTSHELL 🔋 Tesla is nearing the completion of its first LFP battery production facility in Nevada, aiming to reduce reliance on Asian suppliers. 🚗 The facility will focus exclusively on producing LFP batteries, known for their durability and...

Intense windstorm sweeps through Las Vegas, creating dust storm and knocking out power
The first significant surge of monsoonal moisture across southern Nevada on Tuesday led to what amounted to be chaos across the valley as near-hurricane-force wind gusts toppled trees, damaged powerlines and was linked to at least one fire that...
Theater Review: On “The Leader” board at Bucks County Playhouse
You’ve heard of residencies in Las Vegas whereby a pop music star headlines a concert for an extended engagement at one venue. Think Celine Dion, Elton John and Jennifer Lopez. And don’t forget Liberace at the Riviera Hotel and Casino in the 1940s...
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Michael Madsen, 'Reservoir Dogs' and 'Kill Bill' star, dies at 67 LOS ANGELES (AP) — Michael Madsen, whose menacing characters in “Reservoir Dogs” and “Kill Bill” made him a standout in Quentin Tarantino’s films, has died. He was 67. Madsen’s...
SPORTS: VGK introduce Mitch Marner to Las Vegas & A'ja Wilson named WC Player of the Week
Las Vegas (KSNV) — Mitch Marner is heading to Las Vegas. The Golden Knights have acquired right winger Mitch Marner in a trade that will send center Nicolas Roy to the Toronto Maple Leafs, the teams confirmed Tuesday morning. The 28-year-old has...

Nearly 50 power poles damaged in Las Vegas windstorm, repair efforts underway
LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — A sudden and severe windstorm swept through the Las Vegas Valley, causing significant power outages affecting thousands of residents. As of 7 p.m. on Tuesday, approximately 272 outages were reported, impacting 20,485 customers,...

Andre Agassi & Steffi Graf's daughter Jaz enjoys fun night out with boyfriend Parker at Key Glock concert in Las Vegas
Jaz Agassi, daughter of tennis legends Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf, was spotted with her boyfriend, Parker Aquino, in Las Vegas on Monday night. The couple attended Key Glock's "GLOCKAVELI Tour" concert, presented by SiriusXM's Hip-Hop Nation, at...

GOP Governors Mum as Congress Moves To Slash Medicaid Spending for Their States
Phil Galewitz, KFF Health News The last time a Republican-controlled Congress and President Donald Trump moved to slash Medicaid spending, in 2017, a key political force stood in their way: GOP governors. Now, as Congress steamrolls toward passing...

Wild beauty and rich history await in northeastern Nevada's must-visit spot
KUTV — Tucked away in northeastern Nevada, Elko is a hidden gem that offers a perfect blend of outdoor adventure, Western heritage, and small-town charm. Located along I-80 between Salt Lake City and Reno, Elko is much more than a rest stop—it's a...

BIG and HNTB break ground on Las Vegas A’s Ballpark
anchor Image credit: Negativ BIG and HNTB have broken ground on the A’s Ballpark in Las Vegas. Set to open ahead of the 2028 Major League Baseball season, the venue will feature a large cable-net glass wall framing views of The Strip. Image...

Nevada: Buffalo Bill’s Resort and Casino to close its 1,242-room hotel
Buffalo Bill’s Resort & Casino in Primm, Nevada, known for its Old West theme, towering Desperado roller coaster, and large concert venue, will close its 1,242 hotel rooms for an unspecified period, parent company Affinity Gaming confirmed...

Republican Governors Quiet Amid Plans to Slash Medicaid Spending in Their States
Did you know that Truthout is a nonprofit and independently funded by readers like you? If you value what we do, please support our work with a donation. The last time a Republican-controlled Congress and President Donald Trump moved to slash...