Here’s a look at how the alleged fraudsters rigged the games, according to an unsealed indictment and the announcement from federal officials.
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UNLV basketball tabbed to finish No. 6 in Mountain West
The UNLV basketball team was picked sixth in the preseason Mountain West Conference poll, the league announced this morning. The poll …
Street royalty: Lowriders cruise Las Vegas showcasing culture and craftsmanship
In Vegas, the lowrider scene is alive and well, held down by families, clubs and communities who’ve made the craft their way of life.
Vegas Inc and Cox Business present the 2025 Top Tech Awards
Vegas Inc, in partnership with Cox Business, presents the 2025 Top Tech Awards. Technology drives progress across every sector—powering innovation in health care, education, government and beyond.
Planned testing facility will strengthen backbone of Las Vegas health scene
The Las Vegas Medical District is set to expand with a new testing facility that officials say will strengthen the region’s public health infrastructure.
Nevada patients struggle with scarcity of gender-affirming care
As one of relatively few Nevada doctors who provides this care today, endocrinologist Michael Uzmann says many peers have either gone out of business or pivoted away from offering it.
Why Eichel’s historically large contract exension looks like a major victory for the Golden Knights
Right as panic was set to ensue, the Vegas Golden Knights came to the rescue. Hours before the start of the 2025-2026 NHL season, the club announced …
California National Guard to support food banks due to expected food assistance delays
California Gov. Gavin Newsom said Wednesday he will deploy National Guard troops to support food banks in November, a move that comes in light of anticipated delays to federal food assistance amid the government shutdown.
UNLV extends women’s basketball coach La Rocque through 2030
UNLV has signed women’s basketball coach Lindy La Rocque to a five-year contract extension through the 2029-30 season, the university announced Tuesday.
Advocates push to revive federal funding for Nevada Solar for All program
More than 300 Nevada homeowners, 5,000 renters, and over 25 community solar installations were already registered or in progress before the program’s suspension …