Imagine the Las Vegas Strip covered in cheese — gooey sheaths of muenster and pepper jack descending over the famed casinos and High Roller. Look no further than Stripchezze’s take on the iconic skyline emblazoned on the side of its food truck …
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School board group asks U.S. for help policing threats
A group representing school board members around the country asked President Joe Biden on Thursday for federal assistance to investigate and stop threats made over policies including mask mandates, likening the vitriol to a form of domestic terrorism.
California regulators warn of dry reservoirs, restrictions
California’s reservoirs are so dry from a historic drought that regulators warned Thursday it’s possible the state’s water agencies won’t get anything from them next year, a frightening possibility that could force mandatory restrictions for residents.
Ban on ‘surprise’ medical bills on track for Jan. 1 rollout
The Biden administration on Thursday put final touches on consumer protections against so-called “surprise” medical bills. The ban on charges that hit insured patients at some of life’s most vulnerable moments is on track to take effect Jan. 1, offici…
Britney’s father is out, but scrutiny of him just beginning
Britney Spears and her attorney successfully drove her father from the conservatorship that has run the singer’s life and controlled her money, but they say they are not done scrutinizing him …
Biden signs bill to avert partial government shutdown
With only hours to spare, President Joe Biden on Thursday evening signed legislation that would avoid a partial federal shutdown and keep the government funded through Dec. 3. Congress had passed the bill earlier Thursday …
Legacy on the line: What will Deontay Wilder do with his third chance against Tyson Fury?
Deontay Wilder took a seat in front of the media, placed headphones over his ears and zoned out. At the lone pre-fight-week news conference to announce his upcoming WBC heavyweight championship trilogy bout against Tyson Fury on October 9 at T-Mobile …
Ellis Island GM Christina Ellis on the challenges and joys of growing up in a restaurant family
Plus, plans for rebuilding the Lodge at Mt. Charleson and the backstory behind that famous eggnog.
The Southern Nevada Officials Association needs help with high school events—regardless of experience
One person reached out on a Monday night seeking to get started with the association and was working as a varsity football line judge a few days later.
Tapas & Beyond: Las Vegas suddenly has a splashy Spanish food scene
Small plates are calling at EDO, Valencian Gold, Jamón Jamón and elsewhere.