As the finish line came into view at Veterans Memorial Park in Boulder City, the cross country runners launched into their final sprint for the Class 5A Southern Regional championship.
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Waymo bringing driverless rides to Las Vegas roads in 2026
Waymo vehicles accommodate up to four passengers and offer in-ride features including temperature controls, music and podcast streaming, and the flexibility to add stops or modify destinations on the fly.
Pete Carroll says 2-6 Raiders are focused on winning now, not rebuilding
A team doesn’t hire a coach in his 70s with the expectation of rebuilding — and that certainly wasn’t Pete Carroll’s mindset when he took over the Raiders in January.
Lombardo cautions against getting ‘overexcited’ about SNAP ruling; funds could take weeks
President Donald Trump’s administration said Monday it would comply with federal court rulings and release funds for the nation’s largest food aid program …
Metro’s after-action review of Cybertruck blast praises coordinated response
Metro Police on Monday released a comprehensive after-action report on their response to the Tesla Cybertruck explosion outside Trump International Hotel on New Year’s Day …
Nevada officials warn of scams targeting residents during federal government shutdown
Nevada’s Secretary of State’s Office is urging residents to remain vigilant against scammers who may exploit concerns surrounding the ongoing federal government shutdown.
Kelly Clarkson adds August 2026 dates to residency at Caesars Palace
Her residency features hits spanning her two-decade career, including “Stronger,” “Since U Been Gone” and “Breakaway,” as well as newer tracks like “Mine” and “Where Have You Been” …
Pastner’s UNLV philosophy: Playing hard isn’t negotiable
Josh Pastner’s philosophy is impossible to miss. Walk into the UNLV locker room, and you’ll find it plastered on the walls: “Winning this possession is more important than breathing,” the signage proclaims.
Raiders can’t make final play, fall in overtime to Jaguars
Raiders quarterback Geno Smith dropped back into a clean pocket and spotted Tyler Lockett running alone in the back of the end zone. He just couldn’t get the ball there.
New space, new smiles: UNLV dental school restores cleft services, opens new Advanced Needs Dental Clinic
Parents of babies born with cleft lips and palates can again find specialized care at UNLV, where a dedicated team has returned to offer comprehensive treatment for the complex yet relatively common birth defect. …