Clark County Steps In to Cover Las Vegas Campus for Hope Funding
Clark County will help fund Las Vegas’ share of the Campus for Hope project through 2031 as the city faces a budget deficit after the $636 million Badlands settlement.
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Clark County is the county government for much of Southern Nevada and has jurisdiction over major unincorporated communities including Paradise and Enterprise. Much of the Las Vegas Strip lies outside the incorporated City of Las Vegas, making county planning, permitting, public services and infrastructure especially important to the resort corridor. Clark County decisions affect development, roads, public safety, major venues and the operating environment for residents, businesses and visitors across the valley.
Boyd Gaming sells Eastside Cannery site for new Las Vegas housing
A former Las Vegas casino property has changed hands for $28.8 million, clearing the way for a 279-home subdivision after Clark County approved Lennar’s development plans for the 29.5-acre site.
Waymo Launches Invitation-Only Robotaxi Service on the Las Vegas Strip
Waymo has started giving select riders access to its autonomous vehicles in Las Vegas, beginning with an invitation-only phase and plans to expand both the service area and fleet soon.
Las Vegas Job Growth Leads Nation, But Wages Trail Most U.S. Cities
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.
Silverado Hotel-Casino Proposed South of Las Vegas Strip
A 300-room hotel-casino called Silverado is planned for Las Vegas Boulevard near Richmar Avenue, with Clark County set to review the project on September 2. The development would add new resort options several miles south of the Strip
Las Vegas Schools Expand Dual-Language Immersion for Student Success
Robert E. Lake Elementary in central Las Vegas has expanded its Spanish-English immersion program, aiming to help students become biliterate by middle school and improve academic outcomes in a diverse community
Nevada Approves Driverless Rides for Tesla, Waymo and Uber in Las Vegas
Tesla Robotaxi, Waymo and Uber’s Aviari have received approval to operate driverless passenger vehicles in Clark County, including Las Vegas, with fleet limits and regulatory conditions. Service must begin within 120 days of permit issuance.
Rising Health Insurance Costs Drive More Uninsured to Las Vegas Hospitals
Las Vegas hospitals are seeing a rise in uninsured patients as health insurance premiums increase and enhanced ACA tax credits expire. Local providers are preparing for further financial strain with Medicaid changes set for 2027.
New Mixed-Use Project Proposed for Downtown Summerlin
A 354-unit apartment complex with retail space is under review for Downtown Summerlin, with Clark County commissioners set to consider the Howard Hughes Holdings proposal on September 2
Lawsuit Claims Las Vegas Resort Failed in Medical Emergency Response
A wrongful death lawsuit filed in Clark County alleges Elara by Hilton Grand Vacations did not provide timely lifesaving aid or direct emergency responders after a guest suffered a fatal medical emergency in March 2025
Las Vegas Culinary Academy Expands Training for Hospitality Careers
The Culinary Academy of Las Vegas has expanded its Westside campus, adding new hands-on training spaces and programs to help local residents and hospitality workers advance in the city’s hotel and restaurant industry.
Medicare Rules Limit Access to New Alzheimer’s Treatments in Nevada
Despite FDA approval of new Alzheimer’s drugs that slow disease progression, outdated Medicare coverage rules are preventing most eligible Nevadans from receiving these treatments, with fewer than 15,000 patients nationwide accessing them as of 2026
Las Vegas Adds Koe Wetzel, Backstreet Boys, Richard Marx to 2027 Show Lineup
Las Vegas venues have announced new 2027 concert dates for Koe Wetzel at Planet Hollywood, Richard Marx at Palms, Backstreet Boys at Sphere, Lindsey Stirling at the Venetian, and the Age of Chivalry Renaissance Festival at Sunset Park.
Where to Find Splash Pads Across the Las Vegas Valley This Summer
Families and visitors can cool off at dozens of splash pads now open for the season across Las Vegas, Henderson, North Las Vegas, and unincorporated Clark County, with locations in nearly every major neighborhood.
Cyber Threats Highlight Fragility of Las Vegas Water Systems
Recent cyberattacks on U.S. municipal water systems have raised concerns about the security and reliability of water infrastructure in Las Vegas and Southern Nevada, prompting local officials and businesses to reassess risks and future planning
National Politics Spotlight Leaves Las Vegas Voters Focused on Local Issues
As national political debates intensify, Las Vegas voters and leaders are emphasizing the importance of local issues like healthcare, public safety, and economic development ahead of the 2026 election season
CCSD Bus Delays Disrupt Special-Needs Student Transportation
Special-needs students in Clark County faced missed pickups and late buses during the first week of school as CCSD rolled out new routing software and bell schedules, leaving some families scrambling for alternatives.