Old School Hits Vegas

Decades-Old Lake Mead Mystery Solved: Renewed Hope for Cold Case Victims Families

Thursday, August 7 by Nick Bonsanto

The recent identification of Carol Ann Riley's remains, found at Lake Mead, has brought renewed attention to a series of cold cases spanning several decades. Riley, a nurse from San Diego, disappeared in 1986 while dating a man initially identified as Robert Howard Smith,... Read More.

Las Vegas Welcomes First Double-Decker Bus Manufacturing Plant in North America

Wednesday, August 6 by Nick Bonsanto

The Regional Transportation Commission in Las Vegas has been using double-decker buses for years, and now these buses are being manufactured locally in Southern Nevada. Alexander Dennis, a U.K.-based company known for producing double-decker buses globally, has opened a plant in North Las Vegas,... Read More.

Rising Charter School Enrollment Reflects Changing Educational Preferences in Nevada

Wednesday, August 6 by Nick Bonsanto

Trenton Mitchell's experience highlights a growing trend among families opting for charter schools as alternatives to traditional public schooling. As Trenton struggled with attention issues and declining grades, his mother, Traci Mitchell, sought a change that led them to The Delta Academy, a charter... Read More.

Nevada Officials Reject Sanctuary State Label Amid Federal Designation Dispute

Tuesday, August 5 by Nick Bonsanto

The Trump administration's designation of Nevada as a "sanctuary" state for undocumented immigrants has sparked a swift response from state and local officials who reject the label. The Department of Justice identified Nevada among several states and jurisdictions that supposedly limit cooperation with federal... Read More.

Lucky Gambler Wins Over $1 Million Jackpot On Dragon Link at The Venetian

Tuesday, August 5 by Nick Bonsanto

A guest at The Venetian's high-limit gaming lounge at The Palazzo casino floor recently hit it big, winning over $1 million on a slot machine. The player was trying their luck on the $1 Million Dragon Link machine, placing $25 bets per spin. Their... Read More.

Experience the Perseid Meteor Shower at Lee Canyons Stars on the Summit Event

Monday, August 4 by Nick Bonsanto

Lee Canyon, in collaboration with the Las Vegas Astronomical Society, is set to host "Stars on the Summit," an event offering a unique stargazing experience. Participants will take a ride on the Bluebird quad chairlift to an elevation of 9,370 feet for an enhanced... Read More.

CCSD Pre-K Waitlist Shrinks as Enrollment Grows 43%

Monday, August 4 by Nick Bonsanto

The Clark County School District (CCSD) has reported a decrease in the number of students on the waitlist for Pre-K programs, with nearly 7,000 currently waiting compared to almost 8,500 last year. The breakdown for the current school year shows 2,060 four-year-olds and 4,732... Read More.

Broadacres Marketplace Reopens Amid Reduced Traffic and Vendor Concerns

Monday, August 4 by Nick Bonsanto

Broadacres Marketplace in North Las Vegas recently reopened after a temporary closure sparked by fears of immigration enforcement. The market, a hub for the local Latino community, had shut its doors on June 21, citing concerns about potential Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity,... Read More.

California Wildfire Smoke Impacts Air Quality in Las Vegas Valley

Monday, August 4 by Nick Bonsanto

Smoke from the California wildfires continues to affect the Las Vegas Valley, although winds from the southwest started to disperse some of the smoke on Monday afternoon. Samuel Meltzer from the National Weather Service noted that while smoke levels should decrease throughout the day,... Read More.

Las Vegas Faces Worsening Housing Shortage as Demand Outpaces Supply

Monday, August 4 by Nick Bonsanto

The Las Vegas Valley is currently experiencing a significant housing shortage, with an estimated deficit of 32,192 housing units as of 2023, according to a report from Zillow. This shortfall has been intensifying over recent years, highlighted by a comparison to 2019 when the... Read More.