A 15-year-old lost his life and two others were wounded during the First Friday arts festival in the Las Vegas Arts District. Organizers have called off future events while the city and police review safety.
Las Vegas will host the 35th annual Disability Awareness Day at Sammy Davis Jr. Festival Plaza in Lorenzi Park on October 10, offering free support, information, and entertainment for families, caregivers, and people with disabilities
West Des Moines officials have unveiled a $6.5 million plan to expand the city’s public library, aiming to add space and new features as the community grows.
Mariachi is booming in Las Vegas schools and venues. UNLV is now training future educators to fill a growing shortage. The new minor aims to keep this cultural tradition thriving in a city where over a third of residents are Latino.
Work at the Hard Rock Las Vegas site on the Strip was halted Monday morning after multiple written threats referencing a mass shooting were discovered. Police found no active danger and crews are expected to return as scheduled.
Delirious TV, filmed at Delirious Comedy Club inside Silver Sevens Hotel & Casino, is now streaming worldwide on Roku and Amazon Fire TV. Visitors can also attend live tapings every Thursday in Las Vegas.
Las Vegas Rescue Mission will represent the city in a 24 hour livestream event tackling homelessness, addiction and mental health on October 8 9, joining a national network of unscripted conversations
Las Vegas shelter dogs are getting a break from kennel life as the Animal Foundation launches a month-long Doggy Days Out program through October 31, offering flexible foster outings to boost adoption chances
A decade-old pact between Las Vegas and Clark County on northwest infrastructure is set to expire in December, igniting disputes over who pays for public services and raising the stakes for land annexation and local taxes
Volunteers handed out 2,500 meals at Grace City Church on Saturday, aiming to ease food insecurity in Southern Nevada. The event drew support from Clark County Commissioner candidate Manny Kress, Convoy of Hope, and Three Square.
The Cannabis Co. will host its Canniversary Giveback on October 17 at 200 E Charleston Blvd, offering food, music, raffles, and special pricing while donating part of the proceeds to a local community fund
A new coalition of Las Vegas construction, real estate and housing leaders has formed to push for solutions to the region’s housing challenges, with a focus on affordability and land access
The Goblokes, a Malaysian rockabilly band, are pushing for a debut at Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Weekend. They’re recording their first album and building buzz with shows at home and abroad.
Wetzel’s Pretzels will launch a new bakery at the Walmart Supercenter on W Craig Rd in North Las Vegas before year’s end, adding to its Las Vegas Valley lineup.
Anita Spiegel, once a Sands Hotel showgirl, now leads the Pompano Beach Rotary Club’s Pompanista Fashion Show and Lunch. The event returns October 28, raising money for local youth and families.
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Adele paused her Las Vegas residency at Caesars Palace to pay tribute to Matthew Perry, reflecting on his impact as Chandler Bing and his openness about addiction. The moment added a personal note to the weekend’s entertainment lineup on the Strip.
Clark County has named September 28 as Bill Nye Day and awarded the Key to the Las Vegas Strip to the science advocate during a sold-out UNLV lecture event.
Hundreds gathered at the Las Vegas Community Healing Garden on October 1 to mark nine years since the Route 91 Harvest tragedy, with new details emerging on the planned 'Forever One' memorial near the original concert site
Long before themed megaresorts arrived, Las Vegas locals relied on a handful of breakfast diners for hearty plates and late-night comfort. These seven spots continue to serve up pancakes, omelets and local history across the valley.
Campbell University’s student doctors and residents brought new pain management research to PAINWeek 2026 in Las Vegas, joining national experts at one of the country’s largest interdisciplinary conferences.
Unity of Las Vegas celebrates its 65th anniversary October 3–4 with a concert, silent auction, and the launch of a historic legacy project at its North Rancho Drive location
Las Vegas saw its lowest hotel rates of 2026 in August but still recorded a 4.3% drop in visitation compared to last year, with midweek occupancy falling below 70%
The Las Vegas Caravan for Mammogram marks its tenth year on October 3 with a free community event promoting breast cancer screenings and health equity across Southern Nevada.
A civil rights lawsuit in Clark County accuses a downtown Las Vegas casino of racial profiling and unlawful ejection. The case seeks damages and policy changes that could affect Nevada’s gaming industry.
Lisa Vanderpump’s new Bravo series follows the launch of The Vanderpump Hotel in Las Vegas, with her family, SUR staff, and Bravolebrities joining the action. The three-episode event airs October 20 and 21 on Bravo and Peacock.
Las Vegas Weekly took home 22 honors at the Nevada Press Foundation’s 2026 Awards of Excellence. The magazine landed seven first-place wins in reporting, design, and events. The ceremony recognized work published from April 2025 to March 2026.
Construction has started on Grand Central Galleries at Symphony Park, marking the first physical step toward the Las Vegas Museum of Art. The preview venue will open in April 2027 ahead of the museum’s planned 2029 debut.
DJ Pauly D stunned longtime girlfriend Nikki Hall with a marriage proposal during a pool party at Caesars Palace on September 27. The couple, who met on reality TV, are now a fixture in Las Vegas entertainment.
Sylvester Stallone visited the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health and hosted a Carbonadi vodka tasting for Las Vegas liquor professionals. The event included a tour and a VIP lunch scheduled at Carbone Riviera overlooking Lake Bellagio.
