Former Nye County Commissioner Charged in COVID-19 Relief Fraud Scheme
Authorities allege Leonardo F. Blundo obtained over $500,000 in fraudulent pandemic aid for his Pahrump restaurant.
Man Shoots Landscaper in Head with Crossbow Bolt in Las Vegas
Fast-Moving Apartment Fire Displaces 34 Residents Near Valley View and Sahara
Weather
Southern Nevada Mosquito Surveillance Starts Early
Warmer temps and recent rains prompt earlier mosquito monitoring for West Nile virus

Wind Advisory Extended in Las Vegas Area
Dangerous boating conditions expected as gusts reach up to 50 mph
Las Vegas Weather Forecast for March 4, 2026
Hourly updates on conditions, precipitation, and wind in Las Vegas, NV 89149
Sports
Las Vegas Gears Up for Annual NASCAR Hauler Parade
Dozens of local businesses to host official watch parties as NASCAR Cup Series rigs make their way through the city

NASCAR Returns to Las Vegas for Pennzoil 400
Full schedule of events at Las Vegas Motor Speedway this weekend
CSU Women's Basketball Wins Mountain West Title Over Air Force
Rams claim first conference championship since 2016 despite key injury
Politics
Senate Panel Advances BLM Nominee Pearce Amid Concerns
Nomination faces opposition from environmentalists and Democrats over public lands management

New Federal Rules Require Work for SNAP Benefits in Nevada
Thousands of Nevadans face losing food assistance if they don't meet new work requirements
Iranian-Americans in Las Vegas celebrate U.S., Israeli strikes on Iran
About 100 people cheered on the attacks that killed Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei
Economics
Nevada Has One of the Lowest Property Tax Rates in the U.S.
However, the state ranks high for vehicle property taxes, according to a new report.

Las Vegas Faces Economic Vulnerabilities Amid Lack of Diversification
Experts warn that the city's heavy reliance on tourism and gaming leaves it exposed to future downturns.
Thousands Lose SNAP Benefits After Work Requirement Change
Around 45,000 Nevadans no longer qualify for food assistance program due to new federal rules.
Crime
Boulder City Football Coach Arrested on Lewdness Charges
Body camera footage shows the arrest of Frank 'Bubba' Mariani, accused of misconduct with players

Former Nye County Commissioner Charged in COVID-19 Relief Fraud Scheme
Leo Blundo accused of applying for over $500,000 in fraudulent funds for his Pahrump restaurant
Las Vegas Man Charged with Killing Ex-Girlfriend's Date
Ethan Robinson arrested in California after allegedly stabbing Cameronn Carson Jr. in Las Vegas apartment