The Desert Southwest faces weather changes with gusty winds and cooler temperatures due to a low pressure system, as reported by the National Weather Service. Wind advisories are in effect for areas including northwest Arizona.

Forty contenders vie for a vacant Las Vegas City Council seat in Ward 2, following Victoria Seaman's departure to join the Trump administration. The interim successor will be chosen by the council rather than voters, largely for financial reasons.

The Eagles extend their Las Vegas residency at the Sphere into 2026, adding four new dates. VIP packages include a resort stay and tickets start at $175, going on sale on September 19.

Geno Smith set a Raiders record for passing yards in a debut with 362 yards, leading to a 20-13 win over the Patriots. His nine completions for 20-plus yards tied a team record.

A mini-bike rider in northeast Las Vegas suffered life-threatening injuries after colliding with a sedan. Police are investigating the crash at Gowan and Pecos roads.

Wildfires near Las Vegas are causing unhealthy air quality and visibility issues, as smoke lingers in the city. The NWS warns of poor conditions persisting, with some relief possible later in the week depending on fire behavior.

A motorcyclist died in a late-night crash at East Tropicana Avenue and McLeod Drive. The other driver, 36-year-old Bryan Vargas-Caicedo, was arrested on DUI charges.

The new charter school WYLEES opens in Las Vegas' Boulevard Mall, offering project-based learning tailored to student interests on a four-day schedule.

Las Vegas offers two free concerts in September, featuring Phat Cat Swinger's swing/pop fusion on the 13th and the music of Andrew Lloyd Webber on the 27th at Centennial Hills Park.

Henderson's economic department won the Silver Award for Economic Development Organization of the Year from the IEDC, recognizing its impact and organizational excellence.

North Las Vegas Fire Department welcomed 11 new firefighters after a 20-week training program, including a diverse group with military and public safety backgrounds.

A CCSD band teacher, Cole Horton, was arrested for an alleged inappropriate relationship with a student at Basic Academy. He's on paid leave during the investigation.

Las Vegas City Council seeks an interim Ward 2 representative after Victoria Seaman's resignation, with an application deadline set for September 5, 2025.