The arrival of Richard Branson, the founder of the Virgin brand, kicked off a grand opening party set to last through the weekend. Dubbed the “Unstoppable Weekend,” begining Thursday with an event headlined by Christina Aguilera.
The Golden Knights advanced to the NHL Stanley Cup Playoff semifinals for the third time in the franchise’s four years by defeating the Avalanche, 6-3.
They will face the Montreal Canadiens next. (Heidi Fang/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm met with elected officials, advocates and students in Las Vegas on Thursday as she hosted a series of events centered around President Joe Biden’s American Jobs Plan, which the administration says will create millions of good-paying jobs in clean energy industries.
Former Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman speaks at his dinner series at the Plaza on June 9, 2021.
Las Vegas police invited local news media to participate in use of force training scenarios meant to teach officers how to de-escalate situations, keep themselves safe and prevent future fatal shootings. (K.M. Cannon/Las Vegas Review-Journal) @KMCannonPhoto
Beginning Thursday afternoon, Southern Nevadans can get a dose of vaccine at Allegiant Stadium. Vaccination appointments at Allegiant Stadium for people ages 12 and older are available Thursday through Sunday, and again next week from June 17 through June 20. Those who need assistance or are under the age of 18 may be accompanied into the stadium by one person.
Golden Knights forward Mattias Janmark talks about his return to the team and his mindset ahead of facing the Colorado Avalanche for Game 6 in Las Vegas. (Heidi Fang/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority is looking toward possible arbitration to settle a dispute over its naming rights deal with the Las Vegas Ballpark.
Laugh Factory at the Tropicana has stacked its summer schedule of headliners with five bankable, veteran comics, leading with Jon Lovitz from July 12-21.
