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finance
Global AI and Fintech Events Lift Las Vegas Startup Activity
International gatherings and local funding wins show how worldwide tech networks shape Southern Nevada business prospects.
Politics
Las Vegas Election Focuses on Infrastructure and Water as Candidates Pitch Competing Visions for Growth
Voters will decide between different strategies for managing Southern Nevada's strained resources, with proposals affecting everything from daily commutes on the I-15 to the future of the region's water supply.
property
Las Vegas Home Price Growth Slows: Q2 Appreciation Rate Halves Year-Over-Year
While property values continued to climb, the rate of appreciation cooled significantly from April to June, signaling a market shift from a seller's frenzy to a more balanced dynamic.
wellness
Exercise and Anxiety Reduction Link Strengthens for Las Vegas Residents
Local data and programs show consistent physical activity lowers anxiety symptoms through measurable physiological changes.
lifestyle
Local Communities Reshape Las Vegas Identity Beyond the Neon Strip
From the historic charm of downtown corridors to the burgeoning arts districts, here is how local communities are reshaping the identity of Las Vegas.
property
US 95 Widening Opens Northwest Las Vegas to Strip Commuters
Widening of US 95 has opened the northwest Las Vegas corridor to daily Strip commuters and new housing tracts.
sport
The Raiders at Allegiant Stadium: A Game-Day Guide
The Raiders play NFL home games at Allegiant Stadium west of the Strip, where a domed venue turns a game into a full Las Vegas event.
wellness
Hidden nature walks locals love but tourists miss
From Red Rock Canyon’s lesser-known paths to a pocket park along the Las Vegas Wash, these escapes offer solitude without the Strip crowds.
things-to-do
Springs Preserve: A Museum and Botanical Garden in the City
The Springs Preserve brings desert gardens, walking paths and local history exhibits together in a calm setting away from the resort corridor.
community
Las Vegas Visitors Discover Red Rock Canyon and Lake Mead Nearby
Red Rock Canyon and Lake Mead sit close to the Strip and provide trails plus shoreline access even in summer heat.
finance
Las Vegas Workforce Development Boosts Economic Indicators Through Focused Training and Strategic Investment
With over 1,800 new jobs secured by residents last year, local workforce programs are shaping economic growth and investment in Southern Nevada.
wellness
Las Vegas Residents Transform Bedrooms Into Sleep Sanctuaries With Science-Backed Tips
Las Vegas never sleeps, but you should, and these room-by-room fixes can make all the difference.
lifestyle
Living in Summerlin: A Las Vegas Neighborhood Guide
Summerlin is one of the best-known master-planned communities on the west side of the Las Vegas Valley. Here is an overview for newcomers.
sport
Raiders Transform Las Vegas With 2020 Move to Allegiant Stadium
The Raiders relocated to Las Vegas in 2020 and play at the landmark Allegiant Stadium. Here is an overview of the team and the venue.
wellness
Shift Workers and Irregular Sleep: Practical Strategies for Las Vegas
From casino floors to hospital wards, locals working non-traditional hours share tips on getting better rest in the city that never sleeps.
wellness
Sleepless in the City: How Temperature, Light and Noise Affect Your Sleep Quality in Las Vegas
Vegas nights aren’t just lively on the Strip-residents across the valley face unique challenges to getting good sleep, thanks to soaring summer temperatures, city lights and late-night noise.
wellness
Exercise Cuts Anxiety in 20 Minutes, Vegas Study Shows
Researchers say even 20 minutes of moderate movement can blunt anxiety symptoms, and Vegas's year-round outdoor culture makes it easier than most cities to put that to work.
things-to-do
First Friday in the Las Vegas Arts District
The downtown Arts District, known as 18b, hosts a monthly street event centered on galleries, murals and local makers.
things-to-do
Valley of Fire State Park: A Day Trip From Las Vegas
Nevada's oldest state park sits about an hour northeast of the city and makes an easy day out among red sandstone.
things-to-do
Escaping the Heat at Mount Charleston
Mount Charleston offers pine forest, mountain trails and cooler air above the Las Vegas Valley.
wellness
Las Vegas Residents Discover Free Outdoor Gyms Across City Parks
Las Vegas residents are using city park equipment to maintain fitness routines without membership fees during peak summer months.
wellness
Las Vegas Runners Discover 3 Epic Routes: Strip, Red Rock, Lake Mead
Las Vegas' best running spans the neon-lined Strip, the desert sandstone of Red Rock Canyon, and the Historic Railroad Trail at Lake Mead, which runs through tunnels blasted in 1931 to build the Hoover Dam.
wellness
Las Vegas Residents Cut Anxiety Through Exercise Programs, New Research Shows
With anxiety rates high across the valley, new research and local resources highlight how movement is helping Las Vegans manage their mental health.
news
Henderson Data Center Development: Council Rejects Moratorium
Henderson City Council rejected a data center moratorium on July 21, instead directing staff to revise development agreement standards for future projects.
wellness
Las Vegas Lap Pools Offer Serious Swimmers Cool Refuge From 110°F Heat
With summer temperatures cracking 110°F, valley residents are rediscovering the city's network of outdoor lap pools, and finding them better than ever.
sport
Following the Vegas Golden Knights: A Fan's Guide
The Vegas Golden Knights bring NHL hockey to a Strip-area arena and make game night part of the city's live sports culture.
community
Las Vegas Weather: Navigate Extreme Heat, Winter Snow Successfully
From record-breaking summer heat to mountain snow, the Valley offers a distinct rhythm for visitors and residents alike.
things-to-do
The Bellagio Conservatory and Botanical Garden
The Bellagio Conservatory is an indoor garden on the Strip where elaborate plant displays create a peaceful break from the surrounding resort activity.
Politics
Nevada Fentanyl Response Act Allocates Clark County Funds at Higher Rate Than Washoe
Las Vegas residents gain three new treatment sites funded through the state's distribution formula that directs more resources to Clark County than to Reno.
Politics
Las Vegas City Council Votes on Short-Term Rental Rules and Housing Fees, Putting It Among the Stricter Western Cities on Regulation
Council decisions from this week's session will shape rental costs, neighborhood character, and city revenue for tens of thousands of Las Vegas households.
Technology
Nevada Small Businesses Accelerate AI Adoption Plans Through 2026
More than half of local firms already use the tools while infrastructure and startup activity point to further rollout.
Technology
Las Vegas Residents Miss Out on Fiber Internet Despite City's Speed Rankings
Las Vegas has some of the fastest broadband in the country, but fiber-optic service remains out of reach for most households.
Politics
Federal Policy Shifts on Housing and Infrastructure: What It Means for Las Vegas Residents
Changes to national housing and infrastructure funding are beginning to reshape access, affordability and future development for Las Vegas families and businesses.
things-to-do
Hiking Red Rock Canyon Near Las Vegas
Just west of the city, Red Rock Canyon offers a scenic drive and trails for every level. Here is how to plan a visit from Las Vegas.
culture
Las Vegas Arts District Draws Crowds With Monthly First Friday Festival
The 18b Arts District has become a hub for galleries, murals and independent shops. Here is a look at the neighborhood and its monthly festival.
sport
The Las Vegas Grand Prix: Formula 1 on the Strip
The city hosts a Formula 1 night race on a street circuit that runs along the resort corridor in late autumn.
Technology
Tech Companies Transform Las Vegas Beyond Gaming, Creating New Jobs
From cybersecurity gigs at Google to AI startups in downtown coworking spaces, technology is changing what it means to work, and live, in Las Vegas.
things-to-do
Fremont Street Experience: A Guide to Downtown Las Vegas
Downtown Las Vegas centers on the Fremont Street Experience, a covered pedestrian mall with a canopy light show. Here is what to know before you go.
property
Las Vegas Home Prices Climb Again, But Differ From Pandemic Boom
Five years after the frenzy that reshaped the valley, Southern Nevada's housing market is climbing again, but the mechanics are very different this time.
finance
Las Vegas Retail Market Trends: What Businesses Need to Know Right Now
With retail vacancy tight and new developments underway, local businesses must navigate growth and rising rents.
Politics
Las Vegas Council Moves on Short-Term Rental Regulations, Setting City Apart from Regional Peers
New city rules tighten oversight of short-term rentals, with local enforcement and licensing requirements affecting property owners and neighborhoods across Las Vegas.
property
Federal Reserve Rate Cut Hopes Keep Las Vegas Homebuyers Waiting
With the Federal Reserve signaling a potential pivot on interest rates, would-be buyers across the valley are shifting from frantic bidding to strategic patience, altering local property dynamics.
finance
S&P 500 fell 0.43% as global markets retreat
Where the major indices, gold and currencies landed, and what the moves mean for Las Vegas investors and retirement balances.
lifestyle
Las Vegas Valley's 5 Best Neighborhoods Beyond the Strip
Beyond the Strip, the Las Vegas Valley is a patchwork of distinct neighborhoods. Here is a newcomer's overview of a few well-known areas.
wellness
Las Vegas Markets Now Stock Fermented Foods for Better Gut Health
Las Vegas residents are finding more fermented options at neighborhood markets to support digestion in the desert heat.
wellness
Social Connection as Medicine: The Loneliness Epidemic Hits Las Vegas Hard
In a city built on spectacle and crowds, a surprising number of residents are quietly suffering alone, and local wellness advocates say the cure is simpler than you think.
lifestyle
Living in Henderson: A Las Vegas Valley Guide
Henderson is a large suburban city in the Las Vegas Valley, with parks, trails, neighborhoods and a quieter rhythm than the resort corridor.
things-to-do
Day Trip From Las Vegas: Visiting Hoover Dam
One of the most famous engineering landmarks in the country sits within easy reach of Las Vegas. Here is how to plan a visit to Hoover Dam.
property
Developers Push Housing Projects as Las Vegas Residents Fight Back
From Summerlin to the east side, proposed housing and mixed-use projects are drawing fierce pushback, but the case for building has never been stronger.