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Old Country Boots Grand Opening at Neonopolis Set for Sept. 10 in Downtown Las Vegas
Old Country Boots prepares for its Sept. 10, 2026 grand opening at Neonopolis, 450 Fremont St., Suite 179, in downtown Las Vegas. The Las Vegas bootmaker specializes in handmade custom cowboy boots and leatherwork.

Old Country Boots Grand Opening at Neonopolis Set for Sept. 10 in Downtown Las Vegas

The family-owned Las Vegas bootmaker is preparing to formally celebrate its Fremont Street location with a midday event featuring local officials, business leaders, government representatives and Las Vegas entertainers.
September 1, 2026
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Visions Park Opens 99 Affordable Apartments for Blind, Low-Vision Residents in Las Vegas
Officials, residents and community partners gather for the Visions Park ribbon cutting in Las Vegas on Aug. 27, 2026. The $40 million community includes 99 affordable apartments designed around the needs of people who are blind or have low vision.

Visions Park Opens 99 Affordable Apartments for Blind, Low-Vision Residents in Las Vegas

The $40 million community near downtown Las Vegas combines deeply affordable apartments, accessible design and optional support services beside the Blind Center of Nevada.
September 1, 2026
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Las Vegas Receives $1.6M for Vision Zero School-Zone Safety Upgrades
Officials gather beside a ceremonial $1.6 million check made payable to the City of Las Vegas for Vision Zero Action Plan improvements. Federal records show the funding supports school-zone safety upgrades at 281 locations across Las Vegas.

Las Vegas Gets $1.6M for 281 School Zone Safety Upgrades

Las Vegas will receive $1.6 million in federal funding for Vision Zero safety upgrades at 281 school-zone locations, including improved flashers, crosswalk visibility, signage and pavement markings.
August 31, 2026
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Lionel Richie Hospitalized Ahead of Las Vegas Wynn Residency
Lionel Richie performs onstage. The singer was hospitalized after a St. Louis performance ahead of scheduled October and November shows at Wynn Las Vegas.

Lionel Richie Hospitalized After St. Louis Show Ahead of Las Vegas Wynn Residency

Lionel Richie has been hospitalized following a St. Louis performance, weeks before six scheduled shows at Wynn Las Vegas. Here's what is known about his condition and upcoming Vegas residency.
August 31, 2026
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Southern Nevada Firefighters Help Cover Elko County 911 Calls During Wildfire Response
Southern Nevada strike team members join Elko County emergency personnel outside Elko County Fire Protection District Station 28 in Spring Creek, Nevada. Personnel from Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, Clark County, Henderson and Boulder City were sent north to help maintain fire and medical coverage while local resources respond to wildfires.

Las Vegas Firefighters Help Elko County During Wildfires

Southern Nevada firefighters are helping maintain fire, EMS and 911 coverage in Elko County while local crews remain committed to wildfires across northeastern Nevada.
August 31, 2026
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Las Vegas Smart City Corridor Plans eduroam Access for Students
Wireless equipment operating in downtown Las Vegas as part of the Las Vegas Smart City corridor. The privately funded network supports free public Wi-Fi and secure roaming infrastructure while operators plan a future eduroam access layer for students.

Las Vegas Smart City Plans eduroam Access for Students

Las Vegas Smart City plans an eduroam access layer for students, building on secure roaming, free Wi-Fi and Historic Westside digital-inclusion goals.
August 26, 2026
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LVMPD Lt. Robert Price provides preliminary information about a fatal domestic-related shooting near Tropicana Avenue and Nellis Boulevard in east Las Vegas.

Husband Kills Wife, Himself in East Las Vegas, Police Say

Two daughters returning from school found their parents fatally shot inside an east Las Vegas apartment. Police say their separated father killed their mother before turning the gun on himself.
August 25, 2026
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Dolly Parton Dies at 80; Nephew Announces Country Legend’s Death in Emotional Video
Featured image for Las Vegas News coverage of Dolly Parton's death at age 80, including the family announcement by her nephew Bryan Seaver. The memorial dates 1946–2026 are preserved in the full 16:9 composition.

Dolly Parton Dies at 80; Nephew Announces Country Legend’s Death

Dolly Parton has died at 80. Her nephew Bryan Seaver announced the country music legend’s death in an emotional family video as fans worldwide mourn her extraordinary legacy.
August 25, 2026
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Las Vegas business owner convicted in $24 million cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme. Featured image for Las Vegas News.

Brent Kovar Convicted in $24M Las Vegas Crypto Ponzi Scheme

Brent Kovar was convicted on 15 federal counts after prosecutors said his Las Vegas-based Profit Connect operation obtained $24 million from at least 400 investors through a cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme.
August 25, 2026
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Cheyenne and Chaparral in Game Action
Cheyenne and Chaparral players line up during high school football action at Cheyenne High School in North Las Vegas, Nevada, on Aug. 21, 2026. Cheyenne defeated Chaparral 26-24. Photo: Las Vegas News.

Cheyenne Chaparral Football: Desert Shields Win 26-24

Cheyenne held off Chaparral 26-24 after the Cowboys reached the 16-yard line with 53 seconds remaining in a dramatic North Las Vegas finish.
August 22, 2026
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