In Memorium takes a look back at some of the people we said goodbye to this past year.
In Memorium of some of the people we lost this past year.
The only fireworks show to ignite on New Year’s Eve 2020 will be on top of The Plaza Hotel and Casino. Pyrotechnicians are always concerned about safety, but this year high winds threaten the show in particular.
Michael Green, associate professor of history in UNLV’s Department of History, talks about the history of the state’s name and the correct way of pronouncing Nevada. (Erik Verduzco/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Raiders Tight End Darren Waller has a chance to break Hall of Fame Wide Receiver Tim Brown’s franchise reception record.
After being the first Raiders’ player to win the Craig Long award twice and on the cusp of breaking Tim Brown’s single season reception record for the franchise, tight end Darren Waller reflects on what it’s meant to him to be a part of the team, Gabe Jackson praises Denzelle Good, and Vegas Nation’s Sam Gordon and Heidi Fang preview the keys to the game for the Silver and Black against the Broncos.
Zaon Collins, a star basketball player at Bishop Gorman High School and the top recruit of this year’s UNLV class, was arrested on suspicion of DUI after a crash that killed one man in southwest Las Vegas on Wednesday afternoon. (Elliot Bauman and James Schaeffer / Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Although New Year’s Eve won’t be the same in 2020 due to statewide restrictions on large gatherings, there are a few places across the valley bringing in the new year on a smaller scale.
Now on a three game losing streak and officially eliminated from the playoff picture, the Raiders best record possible is going 8-8 with a win over the Broncos.
Vegas Nation’s Heidi Fang and Adam Hill discuss if the Raiders should evaluate quarterback Marcus Mariota in the final game of the season and Jason Witten comments on breaking the record of games played by a tight end in the NFL which should happen if he’s on the active roster against the Broncos.
Local and state law enforcement agencies joined forces Wednesday morning to enforce Nevada’s “3-foot rule” to motorists on a loop from Hualapai Way in Las Vegas to Desert Foothills Drive and onto West Charleston Boulevard. (K.M. Cannon/Las Vegas Review-Journal) @KMCannonPhoto
500 Shetland is filled with a ton of personality! With a rich history in owners and a beautiful layout, this home could be yours!
Though the Raiders are eliminated from playoff contention, head coach Jon Gruden and quarterback Derek Carr talked about the importance of going out with a win against a divisional opponent in the Denver Broncos.
The Nevada Highway Patrol is seeking witnesses of an auto-pedestrian hit-and-run that occurred Saturday, December 26 on Spring Mountain Road near Las Vegas Blvd. (Nevada Highway Patrol)
Gov. Steve Sisolak at Wednesday’s press conference said “we have seen smooth deliveries, with a successful rollout of the complex process” of distributing the COVID-19 vaccine in Nevada. (James Schaeffer / Las Vegas Review-Journal)
The Nevada Highway Patrol is seeking witnesses of an auto-pedestrian hit-and-run that occurred Saturday, December 26 on Spring Mountain Road near Las Vegas Blvd.
Las Vegas police are seeking the public’s help in identifying the mother of a 3-year-old girl abandoned inside a casino restroom. (LVMPD)
Dr. Brian Labus, Epidemiologist with the UNLV School of Public Health and the governor’s medical advisory team,
and RJ Health reporter Mary Hynes cover the latest topics surrounding COVID-19 in Nevada. Topics this week include:
1. VACCINATION DISTRIBUTION UPDATES…WHEN CAN I GET MINE?
2. NYE COVID-19 CONCERNS FROM HEALTH AND COUNTY OFFICIALS
Shawn McDonnell and his wife, Kayleigh Lewis, appeared in court today for the fatal Thanksgiving shooting spree that began in Henderson and continued in Arizona.
Deputy Chief Kelly McMahill of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and Clark County Commissioner Michael Naft discuss police presence and safety precautions for this year’s New Year’s Eve celebration. (Rachel Aston/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Amber Unicorn Books, owned by Myrna Donato and her late husband Lou Donato, opened its doors to customers for the last time on December 27. The shop was a book-buying institution to many Las Vegans.
The amusement games hub is bringing in business for themselves and local chefs by opening its parking lot to food trucks.
Michael Green, associate professor of history in UNLV’s Department of History, talks about the history of the state’s name and the correct way of pronouncing Nevada.
The downtown Las Vegas resort, which includes the tallest tower north of the Strip, officially opened its hotel Monday after offering “the world’s earliest check-in” during a promotion that began Saturday, giving those with reservations the potential for two free days at the property. A total 165 guests took advantage of the promotion. (Rachel Aston/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Victor Ehikhamenor of Nigeria was the 2020 artist in residence at the Neon Museum. (L.E. Baskow/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Raiders head coach Jon Gruden says they intend to have Derek Carr play out the final game of the season, reflects on the team’s progress as the season end nears, updates on players’ and coaches’ return from the COVID-19 list and the gives details on the status of some injured players.
Review-Journal host Carrie Roper and real estate reporter Eli Segall take a look back at the Las Vegas housing market in 2020 and predict how those trends will affect the market in 2021.
The amusement games hub is bringing in business for themselves and local chefs by opening its parking lot to food trucks. (Ellen Schmidt/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
A woman armed with a machete barricaded herself in an apartment in the 1100 block of East Desert Inn Road on Monday morning. (Glenn Puit/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Amber Unicorn Books, owned by Myrna Donato and her late husband Lou Donato, opened its doors to customers for the last time on December 27. The shop was a book-buying institution to many Las Vegans.