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Excessive heat warning extended, storms on the horizon for Las Vegas
The valley's Excessive Heat Warning has been extended and after a few showers Monday morning, storm chances will continue to be in the forecast this week. MONDAY: After waking up to a few sprinkles, expect mostly sunny to partly cloudy skies at the start of the day. Showers and isolated thunderstorms will start developing around midday, mostly in the mountains. The weather becomes more active this afternoon through the early evening. High temperatures will reach around 109 degrees in Las Vegas with southeast winds up to 10 mph. Winds will become much stronger as storms develop. The best chances of stormy weather will be in the high terrain and the heaviest rain is forecast to fall in Mohave County, AZ. Rain amounts in Las Vegas are estimated to be between a trace up to .05" these next few days. However, with monsoon season thunderstorms brief heavy downpours will be possible along with gusty winds and lightning from developing storms.
This week on Nevada Sports Net: The Reno Aces take on the Las Vegas Aviators
This week's live broadcasts on Nevada Sports Net for the week of July 22 - July 28 feature the Reno Aces taking on the Las Vegas Aviators from out at Greater Nevada Field. Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.: Las Vegas Aviators versus the Reno Aces. Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.: Las Vegas Aviators versus...
Junkyard Find: 1979 Ford Courier
We took a look at a Mitsubishi small pickup with Dodge badges last month, and now it's the turn of a Mazda small pickup with Ford badges. I spotted this Courier at a self-service boneyard in Carson City, Nevada, last month. In 1972, GM began importing the Isuzu Faster pickup...
Las Vegas Aces Show Resilience Despite Challenges: Kelsey Plum’s Defense, Kevin Garnett’s Approval, and Chelsea Gray’s Impact Discussed
The Las Vegas Aces, WNBA champions, are experiencing a slower season with a 16-8 record, drawing speculation that they are 'cooked.' Kelsey Plum, responding to this claim, surprised many during a press conference, with NBA legend Kevin Garnett also taking notice and approving her analysis. Plum compared the team's performance to a cake missing sugar, stating they needed to regroup their ingredients after missing key player Chelsea Gray. Since Gray's return after injury, the Aces have improved significantly, with a 6-game winning streak and only two losses with her back in the lineup.
Davante Adams’ dream QB scenario includes Patriots legend Tom Brady
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Davante Adams indicated he wants to play with legendary quarterback Tom Brady. Brady is currently in talks to become a minority owner for the Raiders. While his return would be far-fetched, Adams wants it to happen. It’s understandable considering the struggles the Raiders have had at the quarterback position. Derek Carr, Jarrett Stidham, Jimmy Garoppolo, Aiden O’Connell and Brian Hoyer have all been under center for Las Vegas during Adams’ two-year tenure with the team. However, Adams has still managed to produce during his time in silver and black with 203 catches for 2,660 yards and 22 touchdowns....
Two-time Olympic PA announcer Tony Lovitt tells the best stories on his Sports Night visit
LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — Public Address announcer Tony Lovitt has many accomplishments in his storied career. Tony has worked two Olympic games (84 & 96), the Goodwill games, and was recognized as the first to do Volleyball play-by-play on television in 1979. Not only that, Tony has been in...
Nike Shock Dropped Its ‘Tekken 8’ Foamposite Collaboration & Revealed New Style
Keds Teams Up with Monster High for a Hauntingly Stylish Collaboration It’s only been a few weeks since details leaked of a “Tekken 8” x Nike Air Foamposite One collaboration inspired by the video game’s antagonist character Kazuya Mishima and now, more information has surfaced after an official announcement was made Saturday in Las Vegas at the Evo 2024 tournament. The annual video game tournament, which focuses specifically on fighting games, is taking place at the Las Vegas Convention Center West Hall this weekend. Popular titles including “Street Fighter 6” and “Mortal Kombat 1” are featured at the event, but it’s the...
The man under the mascot: Meet the person who brings Reno Aces' Archie to life
Archie is a staple at Greater Nevada Field, but who is under the costume?. "I joined the Aces in 2021, and we didn't have someone to be Archie," Cayden Burkhart said. "So, my boss (Devin Levan-Galang) at the time said, 'I want you to get in the suit until we hire someone. You're going to be the guy.' I just did what I saw on TV and turns out I was pretty good at it for them to keep me."
Watch: SEBASTIAN BACH Joined By 11-year-Old Stepson For 'Youth Gone Wild' Performance In Las Vegas
Sebastian Bach was joined by his 11-year-old stepson Trace on guitar and his 35-year-old son Paris on drums for a performance of the SKID ROW classic "Youth Gone Wild" during Sebastian's free July 20 concert at the Fremont Street Experience in downtown Las Vegas, Nevada. Fan-filmed video of the performance can be seen below.
Borda wool goes from Gardnerville to the Olympics
A little piece of Carson Valley will make its debut at the Paris Olympics later this month. Gardnerville’s Borda Land and Sheep Co. is one of several contributors to Shaniko Wool Co. in Oregon, which is supplying wool for Ralph Lauren’s Team USA’s opening ceremony parade uniforms for the 2024 Olympics.
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.
Police arrest suspect linked to fatal Las Vegas hit-and-run
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Police arrested a man accused in a deadly hit-and-run that happened early Sunday morning. The crash involving a pedestrian was reported around 12:45 a.m. and happened on Harmon Avenue near Paradise Road. Following the crash, Las Vegas Metropolitan police released photos of the vehicle involved in the crash which killed a 62-year-old man.
Sunday thoughts about... going back to school
Remember when you were a kid and returning to school was one of the more dreaded things ever? At least, if you weren't growing up in Las Vegas. The summers were awesome and we had fun-filled days by the pool. It was the perfect escape in the Midwest, where children didn't have to worry about their bills, mortgage, or other adult responsibilities.
No Taxes on Tips? A Trump Idea Gains Ground.
In Donald Trump’s telling, the idea was born over dinner at his Las Vegas hotel, where the server for his table complained about the burden of paying taxes on her tips. “I was actually surprised to hear it,” Trump said last month at a rally in Virginia, adding that he quickly decided to address the server’s problem with a new campaign pledge: “No taxes on tips!”
Politics Now: July 20, 2024
This week on Politics Now with host John Langeler: -Trump accepts the Republican nomination. -Republican candidates Sam Brown (Senate) & Drew Johnson (CD-3) talk to us from the RNC in Milwaukee. -President Biden visits Las Vegas, announces a new housing policy & contracts Covid-19. -We sit down with Republican CD-4 candidate Mark Robertson. -An update […]
Hard Rock to donate artifacts from The Mirage to Las Vegas’s Neon Museum
Hard Rock International will donate several artifacts from the Mirage Hotel and Casino to the Neon Museum in Las Vegas. The donation is in collaboration with the PENTA Building Group, the general contractor selected to do most of the demolition of the iconic Strip resort that closed Wednesday. Penta will also handle the majority of construction, scheduled for completion in 2027.
Nearly 250 banned in ‘order out corridor’ law in downtown Las Vegas
Nearly 250 banned in ‘order out corridor’ law in downtown Las Vegas. Nearly 250 people have been barred from stepping foot in and around tourist destinations in downtown Las Vegas since the city broadened its “order out corridor” in the winter, according to a presentation at City Hall this week.
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