Jason Goudie, the chief financial officer for the Clark County School District, talks about teacher pay and raises. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)
With events planned in both Rachel and Hiko Nevada, businesses and event planners ready for the arrival of visitors. (Michael Quine/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV running back Charles Williams talks about the upcoming season. Video by Mark Anderson/Las Vegas Review-Journal
Known as the only medically supervised camp of its kind in Nevada, Camp Mend-a-Heart at Torino Ranch is completely cost-free for children ages 7-18 who are born with or have developed a serious heart condition. (Cassie Soto/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
The newest member of the Siegfried & Roy’s Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat family at The Mirage is making a big splash. The unnamed calf was born to first-time mother Bella on Aug. 16 and marks the fourth generation of dolphins born at the habitat. (Cassie Soto/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
The 32-foot-tall marshmallow-like structure was torn down Tuesday night, as part of owner Alex Meruelo’s re-branding of SLS Las Vegas, but the statue did not go down without a bang. The hotel is going back to its original name and will officially become Sahara Las Vegas on Thursday, with ongoing changes to the resort happening through 2020. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Dana Fishburn, the acting deputy field office director for ICE in Nevada, talks about issues faced by Immigration and Customs Enforcement, at the ICE Field office in Las Vegas on Aug, 23, 2019. (Michael Quine/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
McKenzie Kawano works as a mermaid at the aquarium at the Silverton in Las Vegas. (Rachel Aston/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Las Vegas-based Pinkbox Doughnuts, which opened its third store at 9435 W. Tropicana Ave., specializes in doughnuts such as the new Station Wagon, with Butterfinger; pink-velvet Pretty in Pink; and hybrid Glazed DoughCro Bites. Heidi Knapp Rinella/Review-Journal, with image courtesy of Pinkbox Doughnuts
Raiders Head Coach Jon Gruden has always been vocal about how much he likes quarterback Nathan Peterman and with preseason coming to an end, Peterman will have one more chance to either win the backup role or solidify a spot on the teams 53-man roster. (Le’Andre Fox/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Raiders Head Coach Jon Gruden spoke to the media about Nathan Peterman’s development in the teams offensive system. He also said that with his new look receiving core, he hopes the offense will be more aggressive and talked his pass interference philosophy. (Le’Andre Fox/Las Vegas Review Journal)
Raiders Head Coach Jon Gruden spoke to the media before the final preseason game against the Seattle Seahawks and this Saturday’s roster cuts. (Le’Andre Fox/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Starbucks declares Aug. 27 the first day of fall as they make their pumpkin spice items available a full month early. (Mat Luschek/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
The U.S. Attorney’s office and FBI announce law enforcement action in Indian Country after an indictment involving the killing of a three-year-old girl.
Sheldon Neuse doubles vs. Isotopes (Pacific Coast League)
UNLV football coach Tony Sanchez gives his opening statement in Monday’s news conference. Video by Mark Anderson/Las Vegas Review-Journal
Roberto Leon, a line cook at Carmine’s at The Forum Shops at Caesars in Las Vegas, makes Bachelor Party Fra Diavolo with eight pounds of lobster, a pound each of mussels, clams and shrimp, two pounds of pasta and two gallons of sauce. (Heidi Knapp Rinella/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
“American Idol” was in Las Vegas Monday looking for singers to compete in its upcoming 2020 season. (Mat Luschek/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Detective Austin Bone was shot three times in the leg and suffered a broken femur during a shootout last week that involved at least three other people, Las Vegas police said Monday.
The Raiders’ newest addition to the team, Defensive Tackle Corey Liuget, said he is excited to play in a defensive scheme that fits his talents in his first full practice since signing with the team yesterday. Running Back DeAndre Washington has all but solidified his backup role, and says he has learned a lot under former Raiders backs. (Le’Andre Fox/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
UNLV football is ready to open up its 49th and final season at Sam Boyd Stadium on Saturday, August 31 versus Southern Utah. Rebel Nation host Cassie Soto and Rebels beat writer Mark Anderson preview the season opener, as well as discuss how UNLV’s “Faithful Fan Pricing” has helped ticket sales this year.
When taking them on walks just isn’t enough, there are plenty of dog parks sprinkled throughout the Las Vegas Valley where dogs can play and owners can get to know the other pet parents in their area. (Mat Luschek/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Gail Hudson is surprised with recognition as Nevada’s Teacher of the Year in the courtyard of Hummel Elementary on Monday, Aug. 26, 2019. (Amelia Pak-Harvey/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Teachers, students, parents and administrators at Spring Valley High School staged a protest on Monday, Aug. 26, in support of Clark County School District educators who are threatening to strike over more pay under a new contact. (Bizuayehu Tesfaye/Las Vegas Review-Journal) @bizutesfaye
Teachers and adminisrators at Spring Valley High School staged a protest to demand appropriete pay for a new contact. (Bizuayehu Tesfaye/Las Vegas Review Journal) @bizutesfaye
Vic Haase, supervisor of ride operations and guest services at SlotZilla zip line attraction at the Fremont Street Experience in downtown Las Vegas, has a job that will never be taken over by a machine. In addition to supervising the workers, Haase keeps customers safe and happy. (K.M. Cannon/Las Vegas Review-Journal) @KMCannonPhoto
After practice in Alameda, Raiders Head Coach Jon Gruden talked about the signing of veteran defensive tackle Corey Liuget, his reaction to the announcement of Andrew Luck retiring from the NFL and starters in preseason contests. (Le’Andre Fox/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
The Raiders are back in Alameda preparing for the final preseason game against the Seattle Seahawks, however the larger story looming over the team is Antonio Brown losing his second helmet grievance. Despite losing the grievance, Brown has a plan for his preferred headgear and was at practice wearing what may or may not be his helmet for the season. (Le’Andre Fox/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
The Las Vegas Lights hosted a balloon fight at home game in Cashman Field on Saturday.