NPS researchers found Heterobilharzia eggs in raccoon scat at Lake Mead and Lake Mohave, but officials say infection risk for dogs is low and urge caution near vegetated shorelines.

Henderson’s three‑day St. Patrick’s Festival returns March 13–15 with a carnival, a Saturday parade and a Sunday classic‑car show. Admission is free.

A Las Vegas couple was arrested after a 7-year-old and the family dog tested positive for meth. Records show the child was hospitalized and the adults face drug and child-endangerment counts.

CCSD says students will not attend classes Monday; schools will reopen Tuesday. Check your school’s calendar or ParentLink for local details.

Clear and warm Sunday in Las Vegas with highs near 75°F. Expect a cooler, breezy system to arrive beginning Tuesday with mountain snow possible.

Boyd Gaming says Cadence Crossing in Henderson will open in late March, replacing Jokers Wild with a 10,000‑sq‑ft gaming floor and about 450 slot machines. The build is designed to expand as the Cadence neighborhood grows.

A motorcyclist died after a collision with a pickup at Russell Road and Stephanie Street Wednesday night. Police closed nearby lanes while they investigated.

Cliff Atkinson will take over as CEO of the Fremont Street Experience on Feb. 17, bringing decades of Vegas hospitality experience to downtown's canopy.

Lawmakers convened a state committee on Tuesday seeking answers about the Vegas Loop but got letters from The Boring Company and the governor’s office instead. Regulators answered questions as lawmakers pressed for stronger oversight.

Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford joined 18 attorneys general in opposing a federal rollback of nursing‑home staffing standards, warning the change threatens resident safety.

Richmond American closed on 18.4 acres south of Blue Diamond after Clark County approved a 99‑lot plan that neighbors say will strip the area of its rural character.

Top Chef alum Alex Reznik will open Hayworth in Henderson on Feb. 26, a 4,200‑sq‑ft spot with Jewish‑inspired dishes, an 80‑seat dining room and cocktails by Giuseppe González.

Gemma will add 337 apartments and ground‑floor retail at Third & California in Las Vegas’ Arts District, with city and developer materials pointing to a spring 2026 opening.