As visitation to Las Vegas trends downward and concerns about high prices, especially on the Strip, fill social media, tourism officials here are looking for a brand refresh.
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Lombardo pledges steady recovery in Nevada cyberattack’s wake
The Department of Motor Vehicles on Friday will restart in-person appointments for driver’s license renewals and state identification.
Veteran wide receiver Amari Cooper retires 9 days after signing with Raiders
Five-time Pro Bowl wide receiver Amari Cooper retired Thursday, a little more than a week after signing a one-year contract to return to the Las Vegas Raiders.
Zero Teen Fatalities’ Player of the Month: Silverado’s Armani Combs
The Silverado High football team runs through offensive sets in the final minutes of Tuesday’s practice with the intensity of a fire drill.
How to get to the Las Vegas Raiders game at Allegiant Stadium
Everything you need to know about walking, driving and parking for game day in Las Vegas.
Three contenders emerge for Nevada superintendent job
“Each candidate has a unique blend of expertise along with a vision for shaping the future of our education system to ensure Nevada’s students thrive,” Katherine Dockweiler, state board president, said in a statement.
Raiders enter a new era with Carroll, Brady forging the path
Pete Carroll is the architect of the transformation. The future Hall of Famer will be the oldest coach in NFL history by the time of the Raiders’ second game this season when he turns 74 years old, but he hasn’t let age slow his zest.
Four breakout candidates who could establish themselves as Silver and Black centerpieces
Edge rusher might be the biggest position of strength on the Raiders’ roster, at least defensively, despite the two starters both being overlooked to start their NFL careers.
A chorus of children’s voices rises for Nevada’s Teacher of the Year
Hundreds of little voices together became one roaring cheer Wednesday as all the students of Tyrone Thompson Elementary School called out their beloved teacher’s name: “Ms. Jun! Ms. Jun! Ms. Jun!”
Las Vegas City Council opts against special election; to appoint replacement
A special election would’ve required about 90 days to execute and cost the city $466,678.59 between advertising, postage for mail ballots, security costs and staffing.