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Sir Rod Stewart is back in Las Vegas after taking a sentimental journey
Sir Rod Stewart finds inspiration from the unlikeliest of sources. His ’70s disco megahit, “Da Ya Think I’m Sexy,” a highlight of his Rod Stewart: The Hits Vegas residency, drew fire from critics but endures with more than 300 million Spotify streams to date. His dive into pop standards beginning with 2002’s It Had to Be You: The Great American Songbook kicked off a series that turned Stewart into a steward of classic songwriting. Now his latest album, Swing Fever, has put him and collaborator Jools Holland at the top of the U.K. charts.
People: Nick Brunson joins Primary CRE
Primary CRE announced Nick Brunson has joined the company as head of the business brokerage department in the Reno office. Brunson is a second-generation Nevadan who earned a bachelor’s degree in management from UNR in 1988 and Master of Business Administration in 2003. His extensive career ranges from being...
Las Vegas Super Bowl Host Committee donates $500K to Nevada non-profits
LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — The Las Vegas Super Bowl LVIII Host Committee and the Raiders Foundation partnered to donate $500,000 to 25 different non-profit organizations around Nevada. The committee said Monday that this is its final contribution. With this latest round of giving, the committee and its charities have...
Drought tolerance is not heat tolerance, even desert plants are succumbing to Vegas heat
The Mojave Desert is accustomed to high temperatures, but the highs and duration of this summer’s heatwave are testing the physical limits of many plants. “I'm seeing damage on plants that have never shown damage before,” said Mojave plant expert Norm Schilling. Gopher Spurge and African Sumac, two non-native species that can generally handle the heat, are experiencing significant stress this year, said Schilling.
9-2 heavyweight prospect reveals why he called out ‘Bad Guy’ Chael Sonnen after dominant win at UFC Vegas 94
UFC Vegas 94 was undoubtedly a far better card than many fans expected, and it was up to heavyweight hopeful Thomas Petersen to get the ball rolling. Whilst the eyes of the combat sports world were fixed on Jake Paul versus Mike Perry in Tampa, Florida, the MMA community was enjoying a surprisingly solid Fight Night card from the Apex in Las Vegas.
Reno family seeks justice in decades-old rape case, Calif. lawmakers consider changing law
Reno, Nev. (News 4 & Fox 11) — Lawmakers plan to take a look at California laws to see if they need to be changed to go after the suspects who rape a person decades ago. Currently the law only allows prosecution in more recent cases. The change could help a northern Nevada family.
North Las Vegas' new Crisis Response Team already making impact, expanding
North Las Vegas' Crisis Response Team hit the streets this February. In its first five months, the unit has responded to 185 calls for service and is already looking to build capacity.
Nevada football offensive preview entering fall camp: Question marks abound
The Nevada football team begins fall camp Wednesday with its season opener Aug. 24 against SMU, which will be Jeff Choate's debut as the program's head coach. Here is a position-by-position overview of Nevada's offense entering the 2024 season. Nevada's offense has lots of question marks on offense after averaging just 17.2 ppg last season and 18.8 the year before, two of the bottom-three marks in the school's FBS era (since 1992). On Tuesday, we will break down Nevada's defense.
Las Vegas Developer Bob Schulman Charts New Luxury Hotel Projects in Arts District and Lake Las Vegas
Las Vegas developer Bob Schulman has plans firmly in motion to further reshape the city's hospitality and residential landscape, with a pivot from luxury apartments to a hotel with a strong medical component in the Las Vegas Arts District, and another hotel earmarked for Lake Las Vegas. In a move that signals confidence in the city's luxury real estate sector beyond the sparkling confines of the Las Vegas Strip, Schulman's proposals promise to inject a dose of upscale living and tourism outside the usual hotspots.
Christmas in July: Las Vegas restaurant collecting supplies for foster children
It may be July, but the Christmas spirit is alive at Togo's Sandwiches on Rainbow Boulevard. The restaurant is celebrating "Christmas in July" by collecting supplies for children in foster homes.
2024 NBA summer league roundtable: Surprises and best fits
NBA summer league in Las Vegas is coming to a close, and newly drafted prospects and young veterans are wrapping up their efforts to make lasting impressions. Rookies Stephon Castle (No. 4, San Antonio Spurs), Dalton Knecht (No. 17, Los Angeles Lakers) and Reed Sheppard (No. 3, Houston Rockets) had strong starts to their professional careers. Sheppard made the biggest splash in Las Vegas, averaging 20 points on 49% from 2 and 38.5% from 3 in his first three games.
Volkswagen Showcases New All Electric VW Bus in Vegas in Tandem with Dead & Co Residency
Volkswagen’s official showcase for its upcoming 2025 all electric VW ID. Buzz bus is currently in Las Vegas and carries very similar attributes to the original Microbus. The new bus is currently on display at Volkwagen’s ‘Dead Forever Experience,’ located at the Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas. The experience pays tribute to VW’s long intertwined history with Grateful Dead and its fans and affords visitors the ability to revisit the car’s history, deepen their understanding of its influence on music and fandom in the 70s and how the newest electric model pays homage to a continued, fan-driven ethos...
VIDEO: Cody Durden Gets Gruesome Cut Stitched Up After Brutal UFC Fight Night Loss To Bruno Silva
It was a tough night at the office this past weekend for UFC flyweight contender Cody Durden, who was left with significant damage courtesy of teammate Bruno Silva’s hands. The two American Top Team standouts collided on the main card of Saturday’s UFC Fight Night at the Apex in Las Vegas, doing away with their shared training ground allegiance in pursuit of a climb up the 125-pound ladder.
South Point Arena and Equestrian Center Celebrates 10 Years of Priefert Pavilion
LAS VEGAS — South Point Arena and Equestrian Center is celebrating the 10-year anniversary of Priefert Pavilion. Construction of this state-of-the-art equestrian facility began in 2013 and it opened to the public in 2014, expanding the existing Arena and Equestrian Center. The Priefert Pavilion added an impressive 100,000 square...
Free Outdoor Yoga in Carson City
Partnership Carson City and Grassroots Yoga Center are collaborating to bring free outdoor yoga to Carson City throughout the month of August. Beginning Monday, August 5, free yoga classes will be held every Monday at 5:30 p.m. at Carriage Square Park at 1099 Cabrolet Drive in Carson City. According to...
Motown Brunch To Debut At Las Vegas' Ahern Boutique Hotel
Experience the soulful rhythms of Motown while indulging in a delectable brunch at the Ahern Boutique Hotel in Las Vegas. Admit VIP and Ahern Luxury Boutique Hotel announced today the opening of the only Motown Brunch in Las Vegas starting July 28, 2024. This exclusive Sunday morning event promises to elevate the weekend with electrifying performances by the renowned EC Adams, JR Phelps, Ariel Knight and Patrice Petway (Producer and Star of Flashback: The Show). Brought to you by the producers of All Motown, the hit Las Vegas All-Female Motown Revue, and directed by Tonja Jones. Motown Brunch is a celebration of timeless hits and unforgettable melodies that will transport you to the golden era of Motown. Playing all the top Motown hits from artists like The Supremes, The Four Tops, Smokey Robinson, Stevie Wonder, and many more.
Ballet Folklórico Raíces del Fuego set to perform at kids Artown event
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - UNR’s Ballet Folklórico Raíces del Fuego educates the community about the history, traditions and regions of Mexico through the artful expression of folklórico dance. Dancers Isabella Gutierrez, Angely Monge and Leslie Fragaso, stopped by Morning Break to talk about their group and...
Flight delays, cancellations continue for Las Vegas airport days after global tech outage
LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - Two days after a massive tech outage disrupted flights worldwide, delays and cancellations continued Saturday at Harry Reid Airport. “I trusted the process because I thought it was going to be fine, but it wasn’t,” said Sophia Neilsen from New York. “Frustrated, upset,...
Las Vegas youth learn lacrosse, hockey from team members
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Las Vegas valley youth are learning what it takes to be a Desert Dog from the team members. Camp 99 is a unique summer camp experience combining lacrosse and hockey training for two weeks of fun and fitness. “The great thing about this camp is...
Classical Tahoe hosts family concert and music maker faire
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - Kids take center stage this year as Classical Tahoe welcomes local middle and high school music students from Truckee, Reno and Incline Village to perform in the Family Concert along with small Classical Tahoe ensembles. Artistic director, Laura Hamilton, Classical Tahoe pianist, Donna Lee, and her...
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