Old School Hits Vegas

Nevada Funeral Home Shut Down for Cremation Violations and Delays

Monday, August 11 by Nick Bonsanto

McDermott’s Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Las Vegas has been shut down by the Nevada State Funeral Board due to numerous violations, including failing to cremate bodies within a reasonable timeframe and not submitting death records in accordance with legal requirements. The board... Read More.

Record High Home Prices in Southern Nevada Amidst Cooling Market Trends

Sunday, August 10 by Nick Bonsanto

Home prices in Southern Nevada have reached record highs, with the median sales price for previously owned single-family homes in July hitting $485,000, marking a 1 percent increase from the same month last year. This figure matches the all-time high first recorded in January... Read More.

Once On The FBI Most Wanted List Ex-Fraudster Bobby Khan Enters Race For Congress

Sunday, August 10 by Nick Bonsanto

Bobby Khan, a former celebrity car dealer who served time for wire fraud, is running for Congress in Nevada’s 1st Congressional District. He is challenging the incumbent Democrat, Rep. Dina Titus, alongside other Republican candidates like state Sen. Carrie Buck and perennial candidate Jim... Read More.

Las Vegas Expands Crossing Guard Program to Boost Student Safety at Middle and High Schools

Sunday, August 10 by Nick Bonsanto

Las Vegas officials are planning to implement crossing guards at middle and select high schools after initially not including them in safety measures. This decision follows the successful addition of crossing guards in Clark County, Henderson, and North Las Vegas middle schools, which led... Read More.

Summerlin South Headed To Little League World Series In Williamsport, Pa

Saturday, August 9 by Nick Bonsanto

Garrett Gallegos delivered an outstanding performance on the mound, leading Summerlin South to a 6-3 victory over Utah in the championship game of the Little League Mountain Region tournament. By striking out nine batters and allowing only three hits over four innings, Gallegos played... Read More.

Nevada Governors National Guard Deployment for ICE Sparks Controversy and Debate

Saturday, August 9 by Nick Bonsanto

Governor Joe Lombardo of Nevada has authorized the state's National Guard to assist Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in a temporary, administrative capacity. This move, fully funded by the federal government, comes after the U.S. Department of Justice labeled Nevada a "sanctuary" jurisdiction, a... Read More.

Las Vegas Increases Investment in Formula One Grand Prix for 2026-2027

Friday, August 8 by Nick Bonsanto

The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) is preparing to enhance its investment in the Formula One Las Vegas Grand Prix by committing $20 million for the 2026 and 2027 races. This sponsorship, amounting to $10 million annually, marks an increase from the... Read More.

Measles Virus Detected in Clark County Wastewater Highlights Importance of MMR Vaccination

Thursday, August 7 by Nick Bonsanto

The Southern Nevada Health District recently detected the measles virus in Clark County's wastewater. Although there are no confirmed measles cases in the county since 2018, this finding suggests the possibility of undiagnosed viral infections. The health district emphasizes the importance of ensuring children... Read More.

AI Controversy: CEO Receives Pigs Head With Threat Over Real Estate Tech Disruption

Thursday, August 7 by Nick Bonsanto

Blake Owens, CEO of the AI-driven real estate company Agrippa, reported receiving a severed pig’s head and a threatening letter at a family member's home on July 29. The letter criticized the company's AI tool, "Marcus," which facilitates real estate transactions without brokers, stating,... Read More.

Nevada Solar Expansion at Risk from Increased Federal Oversight, Governor Warns

Thursday, August 7 by Nick Bonsanto

Nevada's solar energy expansion may face challenges due to increased oversight from the Interior Department, as expressed by Governor Joe Lombardo in a recent letter to the Trump administration. The governor highlighted concerns over a directive requiring Interior Secretary Doug Burgum to personally approve... Read More.