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Las Vegas Faces Rising Unemployment Amid Tourism Decline but Hopes for Recovery

Thursday, July 10 by Lorenzo North

Las Vegas has experienced an uptick in its unemployment rate, reaching 5.5 percent in May, making it the second highest among large metro areas in the United States, surpassed only by Fresno, California, at 7.8 percent. This is higher than the national unemployment rate,... Read More.

Oakland Athletics Owner John Fisher Buys Luxurious Las Vegas Home in Record Deal

Wednesday, July 9 by Lorenzo North

John Fisher, the owner of the Oakland Athletics, made headlines with a significant real estate purchase in Las Vegas. Fisher acquired a $29.25 million, 10,094 square-foot home in The Summit Club, Summerlin, a high-end, guard-gated community. This purchase ranks as the third-highest home sale... Read More.

Battle For Vegas 2025: Star-Studded Charity Softball Game Set For Saturday, July 12

Wednesday, July 9 by Lorenzo North

LAS VEGAS, NEV. (July 2025) – The Battle For Vegas, the community’s beloved charity softball game, now in its sixth year, returns to Las Vegas Ballpark® at Downtown Summerlin® on Saturday, July 12 at 8 p.m. The star-studded charity softball event gives fans the chance to... Read More.

Dana White Wins Big at Las Vegas Baccarat Tables After Power Slap Event

Monday, July 7 by Lorenzo North

Dana White, the UFC president, had a successful night at the baccarat tables following his Power Slap event at Fontainebleau Las Vegas. In a video blog by Taylor Lewan, a former NFL player and host of the "Bussin’ With The Boys" podcast, White is... Read More.

Las Vegas DUI Blitz Leads to 68 Arrests and 473 Citations Over Holiday Weekend

Monday, July 7 by Lorenzo North

Over the holiday weekend, law enforcement in the Las Vegas area intensified efforts to curb impaired driving through a coordinated "DUI blitz." The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, in collaboration with the Henderson Police Department, Boulder City Police, and the Nevada State Police, conducted... Read More.

Adopt a Rescued Rabbit: Help The Animal Foundation in Las Vegas Find Homes

Saturday, July 5 by Lorenzo North

The Animal Foundation in Las Vegas is actively seeking adopters for a group of rabbits that were recently rescued from a dumping ground in the northwest part of the city. Initially, 11 rabbits were taken in, with the expectation of retrieving a total of... Read More.

Las Vegas Police Union Navigates Pay Cuts Amid Retirement Contribution Hike and Will Not Strike

Thursday, July 3 by Lorenzo North

The Las Vegas Police Protective Association (PPA) initially urged its members to consider a work stoppage in response to increased retirement contribution rates impacting their take-home pay. However, due to concerns about potential disciplinary actions from supervisors, including threats of termination, the union has... Read More.

Las Vegas Used Car Market Faces Decline in Affordable Options Amid Rising Prices

Wednesday, July 2 by Lorenzo North

The used car market has undergone significant changes over the past few years, particularly in Las Vegas, where the availability of vehicles priced under $20,000 has sharply declined. Pete Kelly, a used car manager in Las Vegas, notes that he hasn't been able to... Read More.

Las Vegas Police Union Considers Strike Amid Pay Dispute Despite Legal Risks

Sunday, June 29 by Lorenzo North

The Las Vegas Police Protective Association recently closed a poll asking its members to consider the possibility of a strike, although such an action could be deemed illegal under Nevada state law. While the union president, Steve Grammas, mentioned ongoing negotiations with the Metropolitan... Read More.

Las Vegas Tourism and Gaming Revenue Decline Continues

Sunday, June 29 by Lorenzo North

Visitation to Las Vegas experienced a downturn for the fifth month in a row as of May, with various indicators such as occupancy rates, room rates, and airport passenger traffic all showing declines compared to the previous year. The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors... Read More.

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