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Ava Thompson

Ava Thompson

Ava Thompson anchors breaking news for Las Vegas Newspaper, delivering fast, accurate updates across video, web, and social. She translates early reports into plain language, flags what’s confirmed, and updates stories as facts develop. Ava’s goals: minimize confusion, maximize clarity, and help the community respond to urgent events
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LVMPD Makes History With Promotion of Sheree Page
LVMPD said Corrections Captain Sheree Page made history in July as the first African American female captain in the department. (Las Vegas News)

LVMPD Names Sheree Page as First African American Female Captain

The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department promoted Sheree Page to captain, marking the first time an African American woman has reached the rank within the agency’s Corrections Division. Page began her career
February 18, 2026
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Eviction Diversion Program expanded in Southern Nevada
Beginning Feb. 2, 2026, Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada, Clark County, and the Las Vegas, Henderson and North Las Vegas Justice Courts are expanding the Eviction Diversion Program to help seniors 62+ and SSI recipients with disabilities avoid eviction through rental assistance, legal representation, and long-term housing solutions.

Eviction Diversion Program Expanded to Help Seniors, Disabled Tenants in Southern Nevada

Southern Nevada is expanding its Eviction Diversion Program to help seniors and disabled tenants avoid eviction through rental aid and legal support.
January 30, 2026
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Clark County Election Adds Ballot Review Step in 2026
A voter uses a ballot marking device at a Clark County voting location, where selections are reviewed on screen before a printed ballot is produced for verification and tabulation. Clark County election officials plan to add a paper ballot review step for in-person voting beginning in 2026.

Clark County to Add Ballot Review Step for In-Person Voting Starting in 2026

Clark County election officials will add a new ballot review step for in-person voters starting in 2026, allowing voters to verify a printed paper ballot before it is submitted for tabulation, a
December 28, 2025
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