UNLV defeated Wyoming 31-17, maintaining an unbeaten record despite Wyoming's higher total yardage. Special teams played a crucial role in UNLV's victory, with key plays by Colandrea and others. Wyoming's coach Sawvel cited the need for improvements.

Las Vegas Aces won Game 1 of the WNBA Finals against Phoenix Mercury with a tight score of 89-86, supported by strong bench performance and a strategic defensive switch.

A Clark County teacher, Tiersa Baughman, was arrested on child abuse charges related to incidents beginning October 1. She will be home assigned upon release.

Mother sues RTC after daughter killed by bus, alleging negligence by the bus driver and contractor, seeking damages for the loss and suffering caused by the incident.

A fatal multi-vehicle collision on the I-15 in Nevada resulted in the death of a woman and injuries to others; an impaired driver was arrested. Traffic was heavily affected following the incident.

North Las Vegas Police host National Night Out on Oct. 7 at Desert Horizons Park, offering a community event to strengthen relations and promote crime prevention.

Las Vegas plans a memorial for the 2017 mass shooting victims by 2027, costing up to $45M with significant funds already raised. The memorial will also honor the city's resilience and first responders.

Mars hosts a fee-waived pet adoption event across U.S. shelters, including The Animal Foundation, from October 3-5 with sponsorship funds over $210,000.

A government shutdown impacts Southern Nevada, affecting services and federal employees, with potential delays in Medicare and Medicaid and disruptions in national parks and airport operations.

Multiple Starbucks in Las Vegas have closed as part of the company's strategy change, with at least eight stores no longer taking orders, according to FOX5 Vegas. CEO Brian Niccol acknowledged the impact on employees and customers.

Las Vegas will host a free Selena tribute concert by Alma Fuego on October 4 at Sammy Davis Jr. Festival Plaza. Reservations are available on Eventbrite.

An elderly man in Stockton escaped injury from an attack involving a sword and torch. The assailant fled, and police are seeking information on the suspect.

A convicted felon in Las Vegas, Noel Lynn Waters, pleaded guilty to possessing an illegal "ghost gun" and making threats with it, facing up to 15 years in prison.