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Dearica Hamby’s head-turning federal lawsuit against Las Vegas Aces and the WNBA, explained
The Las Vegas Aces’ troubles are not going away anytime soon. As if an active investigation about player sponsorships wasn’t enough, the Aces are in deep waters with former forward Dearica Hamby. Hamby filed a federal lawsuit this week against the team and the WNBA. Hamby’s lawsuit continues a years-long battle over what she alleges is discrimination and retaliation based on a previous pregnancy and a trade to the Los Angeles Sparks. Many things have transpired since the initial rift between Hamby and the Aces, and it’s important to understand how we got here. Here’s everything we know about Dearica Hamby’s federal lawsuit...
Suspect in hit-and-run admits to drinking after crash, Las Vegas police say
LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - Las Vegas police said the suspected driver in a critical hit-and-run crash smelled like alcohol and admitted to drinking. FOX5 obtained an arrest report for 28-year-old Joscelyne Armedariz-Martinez of Las Vegas. The crash happened Sunday night at Charleston Boulevard and Broadalbin Drive. Police said Armedariz-Martinez...
Travel is flourishing, and Virtuoso says it's at the top of the heap
LAS VEGAS -- Travel agency network Virtuoso said its sales are up 213% from 2019, the year before the pandemic hit. According to Tourism Economics, spending for outbound leisure travel -- Virtuoso's specialty -- is up 126% this year compared to 2019. Virtuoso also said sales for the first half...
Ex-NFL Player Sentenced to Life in Prison for Doing The Unthinkable
Five-year-old La’Rayah Davis was caught in the middle of an ongoing custody battle between her two parents. But before her father, Daunan Davis, could gain full custody, La’Rayah was found unresponsive in the Las Vegas home of former NFL running back Cierre Wood. After being taken to the hospital with several injuries, La’Rayah was pronounced dead on April 9, 2019, according to the Guardian.
Ground breaks on Arlington Bridges project
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - Ground broke Tuesday on a project to replace the Arlington Bridge in downtown Reno. U.S. Sens. Catherine Cortez Masto and Jacky Rosen as well as Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg all came to Reno on Tuesday to commemorate the start of the project. The project is a...
Parents say son suffered severe burns during Las Vegas-area high school football practice on artificial turf
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) – The parents of a student at a Las Vegas area high school told 8 News Now that they are upset with the principal and coach after their son reportedly suffered severe burns on his hands. Spring Valley High School parents, who requested anonymity, sent 8 News Now three photos showing their […]
Three Boyd Gaming Properties Achieve Top Recognition for Worksite Safety Excellence From the Safety Consultation and Training Section
LAS VEGAS (Aug. 13, 2024) – The Safety Consultation and Training Section (SCATS) of the State of Nevada’s Division of Industrial Relations recognizes three Boyd Gaming properties for successful renewal of the Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP), including the California Hotel Casino, Main Street Station Casino Brewery Hotel and Gold Coast Hotel and Casino.
Ricky Receives More Honors As Preseason Sporting News All-American
LAS VEGAS (UNLVRebels.com) – Ricky White III added another plaudit to his preseason haul Wednesday when The Sporting News named him to its Preseason All-America Second Team. White had previously been named preseason First Team All-America by College Football Network and Second team by Athlon Sports, Phil Steele and the Walter Camp Foundation. He also is a member of three official preseason watch lists: The Biletnikoff Award, Maxwell Player of the Year and Walter Camp Player of the Year.
First look at the Moana Springs Community Aquatics and Fitness Center
--- Original story, August 2:. Crews are busy putting the final touches on the Moana Springs Community Aquatics & Fitness Center. When finished, it'll be Reno's first new pool in almost 40 years. The project costs $52 million including a $9 million pledge from the William N. Pennington Foundation. The...
Longtime local clothing shop changes hand— meet the new owner
At 65, Laraine Babbitt is embarking on an all-new adventure — she’s become an entrepreneur for the first time in her life with the acquisition of the popular local clothing shop, Sunflower Fashions. “This is my last hurrah, it’s my last, next chapter,” Babbitt told the Pahrump Valley...
Water tanks to take center stage for Philippi-Hagenbuch at MINExpo
Water tanks will be a focus of the Philippi-Hagenbuch showcase at next month’s MINExpo International in Las Vegas. The company plans to discuss its HiVol water tanks at the Sept. 24-26 trade show, as well as other custom equipment solutions, in the Las Vegas Convention Center’s Central Hall (Booth 6135).
Las Vegas Valley Schools Embark on New Era with State-of-the-Art Renovations and Constructions
The landscape of education in the Las Vegas Valley is witnessing a significant transformation as several schools are reopening their doors after extensive renovations and new constructions. Among them, Red Rock Elementary School stands out with its fresh start for the 2024 school year. Previously enduring structural challenges like asbestos and unreliable HVAC and electrical systems, the newly built facility now boasts modern amenities designed to foster a conducive learning environment.
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