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December 30, 2008 - 10:00 pm

• A story in Sunday's business section contained an error. Herbst Gaming is still negotiating a new financial arrangement with its bond holders.

• In a Friday story about cuts to juvenile justice programs around the country, The Associated Press reported erroneously that Kentucky is getting rid of a boot camp-style program developed by the National Guard. While cuts are being made to some administrative functions, officials say the program will not be affected and will continue to be offered.

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Assemblymembers Daniele Monroe-Moreno and Sandra Jauregui wave to the crowd on hand to talk ab ...

Final lobbying efforts for Nevada film studios made ahead of special session

By McKenna Ross / RJ

November 11, 2025 - 1:35 pm

The activity comes as the agenda for the special legislative session, which could start Thursday, is still being finalized.

The Great Seal of the State of Nevada is hung on a wall in the Nevada Legislature. (Ellen Schmi ...

4 companies planning to expand in Clark County approved for over $1M in tax incentives

By Emerson Drewes / RJ

November 11, 2025 - 11:54 am

Four companies have been approved for over $1.18 million in abatements in Clark County in sectors such as fintech, car parts, defense and law enforcement training and textiles.

The Las Vegas Boat Harbor and Lake Mead Marina within the Lake Mead National Recreation Area on ...

States poised to blow past Colorado River deadline without a deal. Here’s what we know.

By Alan Halaly / RJ

November 11, 2025 - 10:41 am

Seven Colorado River states race to meet a federal deadline on a long-term water deal as tensions rise and the Trump administration eyes possible intervention.

People wait in line at the Southwest ticket desk at Harry Reid International Airport Sunday, No ...

Despite vote ending shutdown, Las Vegas airport still sees delays, cancellations Tuesday

By Richard N. Velotta / RJ

November 11, 2025 - 9:32 am

Because of a backlog of work, including inspections and safety checks, the nation’s aviation system isn’t expected to bounce back right away once Congress votes.

A California Highway Patrol cruiser in 2023. (Thaddeus Miller/The Fresno Bee/TNS)

Chased by police, driver covers 173 miles on California freeways before escaping into Mexico

Salvador Hernandez, Los Angeles Times

November 11, 2025 - 8:01 am

A minivan driver fled from police across four counties, speeding across freeways and evading the California Highway Patrol until the suspect made it across the border into Mexico, officials said, where they seemingly escaped.

An image of U.S. Army veteran Paul Millholland is photographed at family friend and fellow vete ...

Nevada widow’s quest: Lost records hamper late Army veteran’s recognition

By Casey Harrison / RJ

November 11, 2025 - 9:52 am

Jan Millholland seeks posthumous recognition for her late husband Paul, whose Army service records were lost in a 1973 military archives fire.

A Southwest Airlines plane taxis down the runway as others sit at gates at Baltimore/Washington ...

US flight cancellations will likely drag on even after shutdown ends

By Rio Yamat and Josh Funk Associated Press

November 10, 2025 - 8:50 pm

Air travelers should expect worsening cancellations and delays this week even if the government shutdown ends, as the Federal Aviation Administration rolls out deeper cuts, officials said.

Speaking to reporters, Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., responds to Senate Democratic ...

Senate approves bill to end the shutdown in 60-40 vote

By Mary Clare Jalonick, Lisa Mascaro, Kevin Freking Associated Press

November 10, 2025 - 7:16 pm

The Senate passed legislation Monday to reopen the government, bringing the longest shutdown in history closer to an end as a small group of Democrats ratified a deal with Republicans.

Las Vegas emergency pantry helps feed over 1,700 dogs, cats

By Spencer Levering / RJ

November 10, 2025 - 5:34 pm

Cuts to SNAP benefits spurred by the government shutdown caused The Animal Foundation to organize and distribute nearly 9,000 pounds of pet food, its CEO Hilarie Grey said.

Nevada Republican Party Chairman Michael McDonald speaks as Clark County Republican Party Chair ...

Nevada’s Republican ‘fake electors’ among those pardoned by Trump

By Ricardo Torres-Cortez / RJ

November 11, 2025 - 9:49 am

President Donald Trump on Sunday issued preemptive pardons for six defendants accused in Nevada’s so-called “fake electors” case that charged prominent Republican Party officials in the state.