A look at our picks of five iconic and important atmospheric nuclear tests that were detonated at the Nevada Test Site northwest of Las Vegas. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Jeanette Schneider discusses her book “Lore: Harnessing Your Past to Create Your Future” at her Las Vegas office space at Bloom Vegas, Wednesday, July 24, 2019. (Elizabeth Brumley/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
The Highway Patrol arrested Assistant Chief Clint Ryan shortly after 6 p.m. after an off-duty police officer called to report a reckless driver, according to a Highway Patrol news release. (Nevada Highway Patrol)
Pahrump resident Lee Smith recorded this dust devil on July 24, 2019, about 11:30 a.m. The view is from the southeast Pahrump valley, Gamebird/Homestead area, looking north towards Mount Charleston. (Lee Smith)
Clark County Sheriff Joe Lombardo addresses the Metro Police Department Foundation, on Wednesday July 24, 2019, regarding crime and new equipment and tactics the department is using and plans to put into action. (Mat Luschek/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Clark County School District Superintendent Dr. Jesus F. Jara discusses budget adjustments for the district after listening sessions with principals, teachers and support professionals. (Michael Quine/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Las Vegas Aviators players Ben Bracewell and Kyle Lobstien paid a visit to the children at Summerlin Hospital alongside mascot Spruce.
Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Deryk Engelland is happy to stay in Las Vegas after signing a one-year deal with the team.
The Golden Aces hold tryouts for the 2019-2020 season for the Golden Knights.
Cindy Sun, general manager of Slater’s 50/50 in Las Vegas, makes the Big Island Feast Burger with 2 1/2 pounds of the house bacon/beef blend, Napa-cilantro slaw, six slices of American cheese, a can of grilled Spam, six slices of chargrilled pineapple, four fried eggs and a drizzle of teriyaki and serves it with macaroni salad. (Heidi Knapp Rinella/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Rain dropped in Henderson on Wednesday morning as monsoon season begins in the Las Vegas area. (Mat Luschek/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UFC President Dana White signed three fighters to the UFC based off of their performances on his Contender Series show. However the two fighters who put on a showcase in the main event, Ramazan Kuramagmedov and Jordan Williams, did not earn contracts. White explained his decision to media.
UNLV junior quarterback Armani Rogers is ready for redemption, after sitting out six games last season due to a foot injury. Rogers was injured just four games into the season last year, versus Arkansas State, and looks to prove himself this year when his team plays the Red Wolves again on September 7.
Representatives of The Madison Square Garden Company give the first glimpse of progress Tuesday of the under-construction MSG Sphere — a first-of-its-kind performance venue with high-tech audio and visual capabilities.
Brittnee Klinger, a cake decorator at Freed’s Bakery in Las Vegas, makes Shark Week cupcakes with ocean-blue buttercream, fondant fins and a blood-red strawberry filling. (Heidi Knapp Rinella/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Chef Robert Irvine hosted Gold Star family members for a four-day visit to Las Vegas, organized by the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors. Thirty people who have lost family members who served in the military took part. (Al Mancini/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Metro police officials provided details on Monday, July 22, 2019, during a media briefing about an officer-involved shooting, which occurred on July 17 in east Las Vegas. (Mat Luschek/Las Vegas Review-Journal
Las Vegas Aces head coach Bill Laimbeer suspects that forward A’ja Wilson could be out for multiple weeks, after suffering from an ankle injury against Seattle on July 19.
The Las Vegas Aces came away with a 79-74 win over the Minnesota Lynx, despite being down one of their leading scorers in A’ja Wilson (ankle injury). Dearica Hamby stepped up in Wilson’s place, making her first season start and notched 14 points. LVRJ host Cassie Soto and Aces beat writer Sam Gordon break down the win and discuss how long Wilson will be out.
The 40-year-old boxer, Manny Pacquiao, claimed the WBA welterweight championship belt when he defeated Keith Thurman by split decision at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Saturday night.
The Raiders are on Hard Knocks this season, Ed Graney and Michael Gehlken talk with Cassie Soto about the possible implications of this. (Angus Kelly/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Joe Biden speaks to his supporters at a phone banking operation in Las Vegas to help gain supporters in Nevada.
Henderson Hospital invites former NICU babies and their families back to celebrate the one year anniversary of the unit’s opening
With 3 first round draft picks a lot of attention is going to be on the Raiders rookies this year. Listen to Michael Gehlken breakdown who to watch out for in training camp.
The Raiders are starting training camp and there are going to be some battles for positions. Ed Graney and Michael Gehlken talk with Cassie Soto about the matchups.
The Raiders are on Hard Knocks this season, Ed Graney and Michael Gehlken talk with Cassie Soto about the possible implications of this.
Manny Pacquiao and Keith Thurman hit the scales and squared off at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Friday, making their July 20 fight for the WBA welterweight title official. (Heidi Fang/Las Vegas Review-Journal)