COVID-19’s latest variant is on the loose, but local experts think vaccines can mitigate its spread and severity.
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Gov. Joe Lombardo signed a bipartisan bill to repeal COVID-era health regulations.
Expect to pay out-of-pocket for over-the-counter COVID-19 tests, for a start.
Already at pandemic lows, COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations dipped this week.
Given that the population of Nevada is relatively young, the state “should have done better,” said one health expert.
The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority will get more than half of the $13.65 million in federal pandemic recovery funds to help market tourism.
When registrants for CES roll into Las Vegas in January, they’ll be required to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 before they can attend the four-day show.
Saying 22 union members and their families have died of COVID-19 and 352 are hospitalized, Culinary leaders are asking Gov. Sisolak, the Legislature and casinos to do more for them.
In a bid to have the most restrictive casino reopening plan in the country, the Gaming Commission won’t allow poker and will require facial coverings for all patrons.
The reopening of Macao’s casinos after a 15-day shutdown may offer a glimpse into Las Vegas’ future — a hoped-for return to being the 24/7, glimmering disco ball of a city that it was.
Sisolak’s order follows the issuance of executive orders and gaming regulatory decisions to close properties in six other states that offer casino gambling.
After Sunday’s announcement by the governor of new social distancing standards, Gaming Control Board Chairwoman Sandra Morgan posted a notice that will be enforced.