Students on campus react to the news of two COVID-19 cases on campus. They believe more cases will pop up, but feel the school is doing everything it can to keep everyone safe.
For the first time since March, the UFC and Top Rank Boxing have been permitted by the Nevada State Athletic Commission to host events in Las Vegas. Sam Gordon, Adam Hill, and Heidi Fang break down what to expect when the promotions return starting with the UFC event on May 30 at the UFC Apex.
Kim Santiago had only been a truck driver for six months when the coronavirus pandemic hit. (Rachel Aston/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
As of May 27, there have been over 100,000 reported deaths related to COVID-19 in the U.S.The pandemic has infected over 1.7 million people in the country. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)
The hit musical ‘Hamilton’ was supposed to run from September through October at The Smith Center’s Reynolds Hall has been postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)
You had questions, and we’ve got the answers!Dr. Brian Labus, Epidemiologist with the UNLV School of Public Health and the governor’s medical advisory team, and RJ Health reporter Mary Hynes to answer viewer questions regarding COVID-19 in Nevada.
Viewer question questions this week:
1. GOV. SISOLAK CANCELS PRESSER FEARING COVID19 EXPOSURE,
OVERREACTION OR NECESSARY PRECAUTION?
2. WILL WE SEE A SECOND WAVE OF COVID-19 AS PHASE TWO BEGINS?
3. WHICH IS WORSE THE ANNUAL FLU OR COVID-19?
4. SHOULD EVERYONE GET TESTED FOR COVID-19
EVEN WHEN YOU DON’T HAVE SYMPTOMS?
The state Gaming Control Board is preparing to accommodate tourists who show up in Las Vegas, show signs of being infected and are turned away by resorts. (Michael Quine/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
An exchange between Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman and Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak on a conference call on March 15, regarding school closings because of coronavirus outbreak. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)
“Saturday Night Live’ aired their second socially distanced episode of the COVID-19 pandemic on April 25. The episode’s cold open featured actor Brad Pitt portraying Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)
The Clark County Parks and Recreation Department outfitted a van with speakers and a DJ to to blast music through local neighborhoods for a socially distant dance party and passed out kits with school supplies, books and hygiene items. (Rachel Aston/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
RJ investigations reporter Arthur Kane and Renee Summerour discuss the uncertainty of union contracts expiring in June, and how the extent of the financial damage from the crisis will make it difficult for unions and governments to negotiate collective bargaining agreements, possibly sending many to arbitration. (Renee Summerour/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
The Clark County Marriage License Bureau at the Regional Justice Center in downtown Las Vegas reopens Monday, April 24, 2020. The bureau closed March 17 amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. (K.M. Cannon/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
The 55-year-old leader of Britain made the announcement via Twitter on Friday. He is the first Western leader to confirm that he has contracted the virus. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)
The COVID-19 pandemic has already raised questions about how long the virus can live on clothing. But what about shoes? (Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Health Reporter Mary Hynes talks about the latest in statewide testing efforts and the mask and other medical supply shortages for frontline medical staff.
Golden Knights goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury talks about what he’s been up to during the coronavirus pandemic alongside other Pacific Division stars.
Telebriefing – Friday, March 27, 2020.