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.
Tailgate Beach Club at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino hosted a full slate of sports viewing, live music, and parties throughout Labor Day weekend, including post-concert events and special guest performances.
Activate opens its first Nevada location at Town Square on October 3, offering more than 55 high-energy, team-based games across 15 arenas. Early guests can access special discounts and exclusive perks during opening weekend.
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.
Miracle Mile Shops will offer 25% off select items, dining, and attractions at participating locations from September 1–30, 2026, giving Las Vegas visitors and locals a chance to save across the Strip destination
A new study ranks Las Vegas as the world’s leading casino destination, with the highest number of gambling venues and online interest, but also finds it is the most expensive city for casino visitors at $369 per day.
Two penthouses spanning nearly 10,000 square feet atop Soho Lofts are now for sale, offering buyers the option to purchase individually or as a combined residence for $5 million in downtown Las Vegas.
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.
Fontainebleau Las Vegas will host a two-week Carín León takeover from September 1–14, featuring special events, pop-ups, and exclusive merchandise as León begins his sold-out Sphere residency and celebrates Mexican Independence Day weekend.
Brew Tea Bar is preparing to open its sixth shop at Valley View Business Center in Paradise, expanding its presence in the Las Vegas Valley. The new location is expected to debut later this year or in early 2027.
Grammy winner Rick Springfield brought his signature hits and energetic stage presence to Pearl Concert Theater at Palms Casino Resort on August 29, performing a 90-minute set that included fan favorites and classic covers.
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.
Bojangles is set to open a new location at 3685 W Flamingo Rd in Central West Las Vegas this fall, bringing its Southern-style fried chicken and biscuits to a high-traffic corridor near the Rio Hotel & Casino.
DD’s Discount is set to open a new location at Charleston Plaza on E Charleston Blvd in Central East Las Vegas, joining Albertsons, Ross Dress for Less, and other retailers later this year. The opening date has not yet been announced
Sphere Las Vegas will introduce expanded 4D effects to The Wizard of Oz at Sphere starting September 25, 2026, with tickets now available for performances through early 2027
The viral Fruit Roll-Ups popsicle is available at Museum of Ice Cream Las Vegas through Labor Day, with a 30% admission discount for Vegas Golden Knights fans extended until September 15 at AREA15
Rí Rá Irish Pub at Mandalay Place will offer a special menu from September 14–20, with 20% of sales benefiting HELP of Southern Nevada, a nonprofit supporting local families and individuals
Resorts World Theatre will host Dwight Yoakam, Gary Allan and Chris Young during Wrangler National Finals Rodeo week, with performances scheduled December 3–5 ahead of Riley Green’s “Cowboy As It Gets Tour” dates later that week.
UNLV kicked off its football season at Allegiant Stadium with a 27-20 loss to Memphis before a crowd of over 31,000, marking the first start for quarterback Jason Arnold and the second season for coach Dan Mullen
Air Supply returns to Westgate International Theater for two nights on September 4 and 5, performing their classic hits and introducing new songs from their latest album, A Matter of Time
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
A player at Durango Casino & Resort in the southwest Las Vegas Valley hit a $220,701.20 progressive jackpot on Phoenix Cash’s Queen Chiu slot machine on August 26, 2026, resetting the prize to $200,000 for future guests.
EVEREVE, the women’s fashion retailer, will debut its first Las Vegas-area location at The District at Green Valley Ranch in Henderson, expanding its presence in Southern Nevada with a 3,228-square-foot store opening soon.
Houston TX Hot Chicken, launched in Las Vegas in 2021, is preparing to open its first UK locations this year and expand its franchise network, with a focus on the West Coast and international growth.
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.
A move from 'just-in-time' to 'just-in-case' inventory is reshaping Las Vegas industrial real estate, with more companies seeking regional warehouse space to guard against supply chain disruptions.
A new federal plan to reduce Colorado River water use could impact Las Vegas, with potential cuts to municipal supplies and higher costs for residents and businesses as drought conditions persist across the Southwest.
