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Critics outline Raiders stadium objections, but Nevada casino group weighs in with support

Critics of a proposed $1.9 billion, 65,000-seat domed football stadium say they want a better deal for Southern Nevadans if tax dollars are used to help fund construction, but an influential casino lobbying group joined the debate Wednesday by saying stadium developers and government officials have covered all areas of concern.

Washoe County appoints 3 legislators for special session on proposed Raiders stadium

Washoe County commissioners Tuesday appointed three people to temporarily fill vacancies in the Nevada Legislature in anticipation of a special session to consider financing for a $1.9 billion football stadium and $1.4 billion convention center expansion in Las Vegas.

Two Nevada groups announce opposition to proposed Raiders stadium in Las Vegas

The Nevada Taxpayers Association and Nevadans for the Common Good on Monday declared their opposition to a proposed $1.9 billion domed football stadium in Las Vegas, the first signs of organized public opposition to a project that will be considered by lawmakers next month.

Gov. Sandoval plans to call special session for proposed Raiders stadium

Gov. Brian Sandoval on Wednesday said he will call a special session of the Legislature in early October to consider a package of recommendations for Clark County that include building a 65,000-seat football stadium, expanding the Las Vegas Convention Center and paying for more police officers.

Nevada legislators awaiting more details on Las Vegas stadium issue

Some state lawmakers are cheering the prospect of having the NFL’s Oakland Raiders take up residence in Las Vegas, but they’re on the sidelines on how a $1.9 billion stadium should be financed.