Diesel prices have surged to historic highs nationwide, with Las Vegas businesses and residents now facing higher costs for groceries, deliveries and transportation as the war with Iran disrupts global fuel supplies
Agora Realty & Management has secured nearly 16 acres of the former North Las Vegas City Hall campus for under $2,000, setting the stage for a multi-phase mixed-use project that will reshape the downtown core over the next five years.
Travelers heading to Las Vegas for Labor Day will face the highest gas prices ever recorded for the holiday, with local averages nearing $5 per gallon and traffic congestion expected on I-15 southbound.
NASCAR Cup Series driver Daniel Suárez will host a public meet-and-greet at La Bonita Supermarkets in North Las Vegas on September 3, with additional stops at a local high school, The Las Vegas Bakery, and the Colors of Mexico exhibit
Visions Park, a $40 million affordable housing project with 99 units for blind and visually impaired residents, has officially opened near the Blind Center of Nevada’s main campus at 950 Visions Park Lane
Henderson Sport & Social, a $70 million sports and entertainment complex, opens in October with all weekend tournaments sold out through 2026. The venue aims to boost local tourism and host major televised events.
Stride Vegas is redefining the Las Vegas running scene with inclusive weekly group runs in the Arts District, offering options for all fitness levels and a social boost for locals facing the desert heat
Nicholas Forte of Tao Group Hospitality secured gold at the 2026 Pastry World Cup Americas Selection in New Orleans, earning Team USA a spot at the international finals in Lyon, France this January.
Two major restaurants will close at Red Rock Resort in Summerlin on October 29, affecting nearly 150 workers. The Oyster Bar will reopen under Station Casinos management the next day, with future plans for the vacated spaces still pending.
Extreme Thing Sports & Music Festival will mark its 25th anniversary at Desert Breeze Event Center on March 20, 2027, with early bird tickets available for $50 starting September 4. The event promises a mix of alternative music and action sports.
A proposed Business Improvement District could bring $1.9 million annually to the Las Vegas Arts District, funding safety, maintenance, and business support as early as 2027 if approved by property owners and the city council
A $94 million land deal will bring up to 6,000 new homes to northwest Las Vegas as Olympia Companies and Bruin Capital Partners launch Monument Hills, the region’s largest new housing community in years, with first homes expected by spring 2028
Palms Casino Resort has launched a 7,300-square-foot smoke-free gaming area, raising $35,000 for Southern Nevada nonprofits during its opening week. The new space offers 224 slot machines and a dedicated bar near the sportsbook.
Southern Nevada pediatricians are reporting a surge in severe head and facial injuries linked to e-bikes and e-scooters, with Intermountain Health urging families to rethink safety as summer and back-to-school seasons approach
A government-backed on-the-job training program at the Vegas Chamber is helping local businesses offset hiring costs, with Acting U.S. Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling visiting the EmployNV Business Hub to highlight its impact on June 18.
Raising Cane’s is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a special-edition Plush Puppy available August 27–September 22. Net proceeds from Las Vegas sales will support Hearts Alive Village, a local animal welfare nonprofit.
Extreme Thing, the all-ages sports and music festival, will return to Desert Breeze Park’s Events Center on March 20, 2027, marking its first Las Vegas appearance in a decade and celebrating 25 years since its debut.
Quality Training Center in Las Vegas has introduced a contractor-driven skilled trades program, aiming to address the ongoing labor shortage in Nevada’s HVAC, electrical, and refrigeration sectors. Enrollment is now open for 2026.
Clark County added jobs at a faster pace than the national average in early 2026, but wage growth in Southern Nevada continues to lag behind most major U.S. markets, impacting local workers’ purchasing power.
Households in the Las Vegas Valley now need to earn about $116,563 to afford a typical home, a slight decrease from last year, but most local incomes still fall short of this threshold according to Redfin data
A new study finds millennials account for nearly 57% of renters in the Las Vegas Valley, ranking the region sixth in the nation for millennial rental rates between 2018 and 2023
Heavy congestion is forecast on Interstate 15 between Southern Nevada and Southern California as travelers return from Las Vegas on Labor Day, with peak delays expected midday near the state line. Gas prices remain elevated for the holiday weekend.
A shift from just-in-time to just-in-case inventory strategies is changing how companies select warehouse sites in Las Vegas, with increased demand for larger, more flexible industrial spaces and new infrastructure requirements.
The Community Associations Institute Chapter of Las Vegas hosted its annual CAI Day at Suncoast Hotel, offering classes and a trade show for homeowners, boards, and community managers on August 21
More Las Vegas casinos are rolling out cashless gaming, letting players fund slot machines directly from their phones. The shift brings new convenience but also raises questions about responsible gambling and regulatory safeguards.
Palms Casino Resort will mark the grand opening of its new 7,300-square-foot non-smoking gaming area on September 1, featuring a charity slot tournament benefiting 10 Southern Nevada nonprofits.
Starting September 1, Las Vegas residents can buy concert tickets in person every Tuesday at The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas without service fees, with access to shows at three major venues and a chance to win Quick Passes
The first Michelin Guide Southwest ceremony at Fontainebleau Las Vegas recognized four Strip restaurants with stars and three local venues with Bib Gourmand honors, spotlighting the city’s evolving dining scene.
Las Vegas AC Rentals offers portable air conditioners to residents facing central AC breakdowns, with daily rentals starting at $25 per unit and flexible terms during peak summer heat in the valley.
Nevada casinos started the fiscal year strong, with Strip gaming revenue up 3.6% in July 2026, fueled by a spike in table game wagering and major entertainment events drawing visitors.
