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Las Vegas Aces Star Wants to ‘Steal’ Olympic Gold from Team USA
Megan Gustafson has set her sights on Olympic gold, but not for Team USA. The Las Vegas Aces backup and former Associated Press women's college basketball player of the year during her time at Iowa is representing Spain in the Paris Olympics. The native of Port Wing, Wisconsin, made an impressive ...
Vegas Knight Hawks end postseason with heartbreaking loss
HENDERSON, Nev. (KTNV) — The Vegas Knight Hawks first-ever postseason berth came and went on Saturday night as they lost to the Arizona Rattlers within the final two seconds of the game. The final score: 39-38. With under 10 minutes in the first quarter, Dalton Sneed handed it off to Corey Reed Jr. who ran it in for a five-yard opening touchdown and the Rattlers took the lead 6-0.
Influencer payments by LVCVA hidden from taxpayers
The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority is spending more than $2.2 million on influencers to promote the city, but the taxpayer-funded agency redacted the amount of money each influencer received, calling it a trade secret. Story continues below. Ben Lipman, chief legal officer at the Las Vegas Review-Journal, said...
Rod Stewart aware his ‘days are numbered’ ahead of 80th birthday: ‘I’ve got no fear’
In his heart, he’ll always stay forever young. Rod Stewart admitted that his looming 80th birthday in January hasn’t changed his perception of living life to the fullest. While death isn’t at the forefront of his thoughts, he’s mindful about what’s to come over the next few years as he wraps up his 13-year residency in Las Vegas in August.
Las Vegas to Implement AI Surveillance in Public Transit
The Las Vegas transit system is now the first in the country to implement a system-wide AI surveillance system that scans passengers for weapons in an attempt to curb violence in the city. The Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada is rolling out the technology as part of a $33...
King Koil Emphasizes Ultra-Premium Split Heads at Las Vegas Summer Market
Luxury mattress manufacturer King Koil (Space B1200) continues to build on the popularity of its split head mattress options with the latest iteration of its innovative iBed series with new hybrid at the Summer Las Vegas Market this weekend. King Koil’s adjustable-friendly iBed collection quickly gained popularity by combining enhanced...
Kingsdown Welcomes Visitors to Las Vegas Market with Flower-Power Themed Display
Kingsdown, Inc., a luxury bedding manufacturer, is showcasing its latest window displays at the Las Vegas Market. The "Style & Substance" window display, inspired by legendary department store windows, greets buyers at Space C-1401 with bright summer flowers. “Our goal this Market with ‘Summer of Love It’ and brightening up...
Raiders News: Antonio Pierce Expects All Players To Play In Preseason
The 2024 season will mark the first full season Las Vegas Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce gets to run the team. Pierce was promoted from interim head coach this offseason after a successful run during the second half of the 2023 season, during which he led the team to a winning record. A former linebacker who won a Super Bowl ring with the New York Giants, Pierce understands the dynamics of the locker room and how to communicate with players, and so far, it sounds like the roster has bought into what he’s been preaching.
Could we soon have a blood test for Alzheimer's disease?
On Sunday, the Alzheimer’s Association kicks off its international conference and there’s already buzz about a blood test that is between 85% and 90% accurate in identifying Alzheimer’s disease. Having an easy blood test could be game changing. Right now, the only way to confirm an Alzheimer’s...
Rattlers Triumph in a Nail-Biter: Advance to Western Conference Finals
(Henderson, NV) On the first playoff game of the IFL 2024 season, the Arizona Rattlers traveled to Las Vegas, aiming to extend their postseason journey and secure a win on Vegas territory. In a heart-pounding finish, the Rattlers clinched the victory with just 2 seconds left on the clock, edging...
Junior golf programs flourish in Tahoe
TRUCKEE, Calif. – As the popularity of golf surges, Lake Tahoe’s junior golf programs are leading the way, nurturing the next generation of golfers. These initiatives go beyond improving skills on the greens; they instill life lessons that extend into the broader community. In a region known for its action sports, golf offers a unique balance, demanding precision and fostering self-competition.
Park Fire updates: Weather could challenge firefighters. Some evacuation warnings lifted
California’s largest wildfire to date this year and seventh largest in state history grew overnight while containment on the Park Fire blaze that has burned through two counties remained unchanged. Containment remains at 12%. ...
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