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3 dead in pair of hit and run crashes
3 people were killed in a pair of hit and run accident early Friday. The first happened on the ramp from the westbound Southern Beltway to 15N. The second occurred at Charleston and Hollywood. The drivers at fault remain at large
Man arrested for shooting, killing girlfriend
Las Vegas Metro Police have arrested a man they say shot and killed his girlfriend Wednesday afternoon at a central valley apartment complex. 30-year-old Jimmy Ramirez is in the Clark County Detention Center on a charge of open murder.
DMV suspending its “Walk-In Wednesday” service due to excessive heat
- The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles is temporarily suspending “Walk-In Wednesday” services at its Decatur, Flamingo, Sahara, and Henderson, and locations due to intense summertime heat. The move also includes the main DMV office in Reno.
Lake Mead NRA shares safety tips heading into holiday weekend
As we head into July 4th celebrations this week, Lake Mead officials remind visitors to keep safety in mind at all times. This year, the park has already seen 19 fatalities, including four drownings and two heat-related deaths.
Metro officer seriously hurt after getting hit by car
A Las Vegas Metro Police officer and a second person suffered serious injuries when a driver struck them in a convenience store parking lot on Tuesday night. It happened around 6:30PM at the store near Boulder Highway and Desert Inn.
NV Energy to cut power when wildfires threaten equipment
NV Energy announced this week that they will be implementing an additional safeguard to their wildfire safety measures. When an active wildfire moves too close to NV Energy equipment, an emergency de-energization of the power lines will take place.
Clark County opening 'cooling stations' as record heat looms
With Las Vegas facing a possibility of reaching temperatures it’s never seen before, Clark County will be opening its numerous “cooling stations” to help those escape the extreme heat. The cooling stations will remain open Wednesday through Monday.
Health District launches tool providing mental health and well-being resources
The Southern Nevada Health District is partnering with an online digital mental health platform, to provide the community with free and confidential access to a large library of mental health and well-being resources.
RTC now putting armed security on buses, at transit centers
In response to a number of violent incidents but on board buses and at the downtown transit center, the Regional Transportation Commission will now employ 300 armed security officers in hopes of making things safer.
“Safe and Sane” fireworks now on sale in Clark County
Clark County is asking the public to follow the rules regarding fireworks as the 4th of July holiday looms. “Safe and sane” fireworks are the only type of consumer fireworks allowed in Clark County, and only for use through July 4th each year
Standoff in northwest valley ends with man taking his own life
A neighborhood was shut down for hours on Saturday due to a standoff between a car theft suspect Metro Police. Police were originally called to a convenience store after a man said that someone had stolen his car from the parking lot.
Man faces murder charges in death of escort found in hotel room
A man is in the Clark County Detention Center after Metro Police say he murdered an escort inside at room at the Palms Hotel. The woman was discovered on June 12th, and passed away nine days later.
Former North Las Vegas Assemblyman arrested after leading police on chase
A former North Las Vegas Assemblyman was arrested Thursday morning after leading police on a chase that led to the closure of a major downtown intersection for several hours. Steven Brooks faces numerous charges, including DUI and resisting arrest.
Animal Foundation waiving adoption fees this weekend
So far this month, The Animal Foundation has taken in over 2,200 animals. In response to the influx, the AF is waiving adoption fees for all pets in the shelter on Friday, June 28, and Saturday, June 29 so they can make room for new arrivals .
Metro arrests trio in may murder of 16-year-old
Dior Jenkins and the two juveniles, ages 17 and 14, are charged with open murder, robbery and conspiracy to commit robbery in the fatal shooting of a 16-year-old, which happened the morning of May 11th in a neighborhood near Vegas Drive and Tonopah.
Henderson PD cite more than 1,000 drivers in speed enforcement operation
The Henderson Police Department recently concluded an operation that targeted speeding, a frequent cause of serious wrecks on the road. The department released the results on Wednesday saying that they stopped a total of 1,085 drivers.
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