Every time his name was uttered over the speakers at the Thomas & Mack Center or whenever he touched the ball, Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James was quickly greeted with cheers.
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Contest whets teens’ appetite for learning to play the market
One of the best decisions Ross Graydon said he has ever made was joining the Junior Investment Club, a partnership between 100 Black Men of America—a volunteer organization that provides mentorship to minority youths—and Wells Fargo that allows young …
Alternative investments can offer benefits of the real estate market without the headaches that often come with it
Jeff Pori answered questions from Vegas Inc about Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs) and the importance of a diversified portfolio.
Ahead of RNC, veterans in Nevada wary of far-right proposals
Project 2025 states that the current VA leadership focuses too much on social equity and inclusion. The document claims these social efforts only affect a small minority of veterans …
Trump shooting plunges an already tumultuous campaign into shock and uncertainty
The shooting came at what already felt like a deeply consequential crossroads in a 2024 campaign that has had its fair share of them. Trump this year became …
A’ja Wilson helps Aces overcome double-digit deficit, beat Washington
Wilson has recorded at least 28 points and 17 rebounds in the past three games. Fittingly, the Aces have won 11 of their last 13 contests.
Union protections ease transition for Mirage workers as closing nears
In 2022, only about a year after Gabriel Fuentes started his new role at the Mirage, the property was sold as part of a more than $1 billion cash transaction to Hard Rock International, which is owned by …
Former Bishop Gorman quarterback Donovan Smith returns to Las Vegas with Houston Cougars
As soon as Donovan Smith got off the plane at Harry Reid International Airport, he knew exactly where he wanted to go: Pinches Tacos. Anytime the Las Vegas native came back home from Texas, whether it be …
Solving the skills gap: Trade schools and programs prepare a much-needed workforce for Southern Nevada
If we want to keep up with growth and federal investments, our society desperately needs to increase the number of skilled tradespeople entering the workforce.
Nonprofit Nevada Women in Trades helps with life-changing opportunities
Founder Evelyn Pacheco provides support to more than 50 women who have come through the program, five have which have gone on to get their journeyman license.