KJ's is set to take over Todd English’s Pepper Club space downtown, promising an approachable modern‑American menu and an all‑day bar.

Kwame Onwuachi’s Maroon will hold a Feb. 24–26 hiring fair at SAHARA Las Vegas seeking servers, bartenders and cooks.

Charter 75 Modern Kitchen is set to open at the Gold Coast in Las Vegas, replacing TGI Friday’s with a dinner-focused menu of shareables and large plates. The new spot leans on comforty mains and a Hangover burger.

Truckee Gaming has overhauled the former Poker Palace and plans to reopen it in mid‑April as Club Fortune Casino North, with poker returning and a scaled‑back staff.

Rain and gusty southerly winds arrive Monday, Feb 16. Secure outdoor items and expect slick mountain roads.

Gov. Lombardo is backing a ballot amendment to bar transgender girls from women’s sports; opponents have sued and a Carson City hearing is scheduled for Feb. 20.

Las Vegas homicide cold‑case detectives have renewed focus on the 2017 disappearance of Terran Olson‑Carlisle after evidence found in a dumpster and surveillance footage. Investigators and family are asking the public for tips.

A FOX5 investigation found cars hitting as much as 86 mph in a 55 mph I‑215 work zone near Stephanie Street, raising safety concerns for crews and calls for more enforcement.

A Las Vegas couple says DNA tests excluded the intended father and flagged the surrogate, touching off a federal defamation suit and cross-border legal headaches.

An arbitrator issued a one‑year award that gives Henderson police a 3.5% raise, retroactive pay and retention bonuses while bigger bargaining fights continue.

Nevada recorded 6,891 new business filings in January 2026 — a 13% year‑over‑year gain that put the state among the national leaders. Officials say momentum looks promising but local results vary.

George Kelesis, a Las Vegas tax and white‑collar attorney, was nominated by the White House on Feb. 11 to be U.S. attorney for Nevada. The nomination now heads to the Senate for confirmation.

A $70K salary in Las Vegas can cover rent and basics, but neighborhood, car costs and groceries determine whether you can save or scramble.