Nevada has massive first month of marijuana sales

Nevada dispensaries raked in more than $27 million during it’s first month of recreational sales and the state pulled in more than $10 million in marijuana taxes and licensing fees, according to figures released Thursday by the Nevada Department of Taxation.

5 shows and performances to see in Las Vegas this week

Las Vegas may be in the desert, but you can still go “Under the Sea” with a live stage version of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid,” which opens an eight-performance run Tuesday at The Smith Center’s Reynolds Hall.

5 concerts to see in Las Vegas this week

“Where’s the revolution?” Depeche Mode frontman Dave Gahan asks in the song of the same name from his band’s latest record, the searing “Spirit,” an album that doubles as an impassioned call to arms.

Oakland stadium official rebuts talk of Raiders staying through 2020

The executive director of the Oakland Alameda County Coliseum Authority says he hasn’t spoken with representatives of the Raiders since mid-summer and there haven’t been any discussions about the team playing at the facility through 2020.

UNLV football embarks on wide-open Mountain West race

The Rebels will put themselves in position to chase a bowl berth if they beat San Jose State on Saturday. A loss all but dooms their chances.

Health secretary to repay government for private plane use

Health and Human Services Secretary Tom Price said on Thursday that he would write a check to the government to cover the cost of his travel on private charter planes.

Christopher Wray installed as FBI director

Christopher Wray was formally installed as the new FBI director Thursday in a ceremony notable for the absence of President Donald Trump.

Nevada Legislature looks to defend law against drug companies

The Nevada Legislature has filed a motion to intervene as a defendant in a federal lawsuit that challenges a state law that requires disclosure of how insulin is priced.

 
Las Vegas police hold briefing on fatal hospital shooting

Las Vegas police say they are concerned that a prisoner was left unattended with access to a stun gun before an officer fatally shot him Monday inside a hospital room.

Keith Pickard to leave Nevada Assembly for state Senate bid

Freshman Republican Assemblyman Keith Pickard announced Thursday he will run for the District 20 Senate seat being vacated by Michael Roberson, who is running for lieutenant governor.

5 things to watch for in Broncos vs. Raiders Sunday

After both teams suffered disappointing losses in Week 3, the Raiders and Broncos find themselves needing a critical victory to keep pace with the undefeated Chiefs.

Persevering through golf downturn paid off for Sun City

Back in the 1990s, Las Vegas home developers borrowed a phrase from “Field of Dreams,” one of the all-time great baseball movies, and as a result they sold lots of houses.

5 must-see acts at Route 91 Harvest festival

With the Route 91 Harvest returning to the Las Vegas Strip this weekend, here are five must-see acts:

Amboy Crater the region’s most picturesque volcano

Now through early spring is the best time for roaming remote desert areas and examining the desert’s geology. A drive to Amboy Crater offers both! The road trip takes you through the Mojave National Preserve and along historic Route 66 to the tiny town of Amboy, and its nearby volcanic crater.

 
Sports Betting Spotlight: NFL Week 4

Todd Dewey, Kelly Stewart and Wynn Las Vegas sports book director Johnny Avello preview Week 4 of the NFL season.

FCC wants Apple to activate FM radio chips in iPhones

The top U.S. communications regulator urged Apple Inc to activate FM radio chips installed in iPhones that would allow Americans to get access to life-saving information when a natural disaster causes wireless networks to go down.

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