Rothermel was the athletic director from 1981-1990, a tenure marked by 33 conference championships by UNLV programs. He was inducted into the …
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Here’s a look at birthright citizenship, and how the world sees it, as Supreme Court case looms
While the concept has been part of U.S. law for well over a century, it is relatively rare around the world. …
Las Vegas woman sues Taylor Swift over ‘Life of a Showgirl’ trademark infringement
A Las Vegas showgirl who performs a live act called “Confessions of a Showgirl” is suing Taylor Swift for copyright infringement.
Mark Cuban regrets selling Mavericks to Las Vegas’ Miriam Adelson, Patrick Dumont
It’s been over two years since Mark Cuban sold his majority stake of the Dallas Mavericks to Miriam Adelson and her son-in-law, Patrick Dumont.
A downturn in Las Vegas could signal tough times for the nation
These days, the high rollers are still rolling into Las Vegas, but those on a budget no longer feel like winners. Even as private jets pack the airport and VIPs crowd the high-stakes tables …
Golden Knights open Tortorella era with 4-2 win over Canucks
Adin Hill made 22 stops and the Vegas Golden Knights opened the John Tortorella era with a 4-2 win over the Vancouver Canucks on Monday night.
Dust advisory issued for Las Vegas on Tuesday
The advisory urges residents and local construction sites to take precautions as blowing dust poses health risks for vulnerable populations.
White Castle closing two Las Vegas locations
The closures include its restaurant inside Casino Royale on the Las Vegas Strip — which had been open for a decade — as well as a location on Marks Street in Henderson, near Sunset Road.
WNBA’s Connecticut Sun being sold to Golden Nugget owner for $300 million
The Connecticut Sun have reached an agreement to sell the team to Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta for a record $300 million, according to a person familiar with the deal, and will move to Houston in 2027.
Las Vegas initiative supports trafficking survivors’ path to independence
While law enforcement focuses on getting people, mostly women, out of the cycle of human trafficking, Anzorena said Hope Co. is about supporting survivors’ transition into …