The Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health is celebrating its 10th anniversary in the coming week. Director Marwan Sabbagh talks about what the center offers, what they’ve achieved and what is next in the work of degenerative brain disease. (Rachel Aston/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Las Vegas police expect more citations may be written throughout the weekend as officers in the field encounter illegal fireworks. (Clark County)
Prior to UFC 239, UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones says he’s trying to challenge himself, set his own records to establish his legacy and explains how he’s become comfortable with where he is in his career. He will put his title on the line in the main event against Thiago Santos. (Heidi Fang/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
All 24 fighters competing at UFC 239 on July 6 at the T-Mobile Arena made weight at the official weigh-in at the New York-New York hotel-casino on Friday. The main event features UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones putting his belt on the line against Thiago Santos. (Heidi Fang/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
A lawsuit obtained by the Review-Journal alleges Nevada state employees delayed the a Department of Motor Vehicles computer modernization because the contractor failed to pay them $4 million in bribes. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Prior to UFC 239, the Review-Journal’s Adam Hill and Heidi Fang break down the main event between Jon Jones and Thiago Santos for the light heavyweight title, the co-main championship tilt between Holly Holm and reigning bantamweight queen Amanda Nunes, and preview a feature bout between Ben Askren and Jorge Masvidal. (Heidi Fang/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman talks about the city’s plan to build a new stadium near downtown that will be used by a Major League Soccer expansion franchise. (Shea Johnson/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
MGM Resorts International announced its MGM 2020 plan in January, The plan would improve cash flow by $200 million annually by the end of 2020 and an additional $100 million by the end of 2021. 1,070 jobs were cut as part of the cost-cutting initiative. 881 of those were Las Vegas employees, mostly in management or mid-management positions. Jim Murren
MGM Resorts International announced its MGM 2020 plan in January, The plan would improve cash flow by $200 million annually by the end of 2020 and an additional $100 million by the end of 2021. 1,070 jobs were cut as part of the cost-cutting initiative. 881 of those were Las Vegas employees, mostly in management or mid-management positions. Jim Murren
Biologists from around Nevada gathered to take part in the annual Bat Blitz where they capture and record bats in the area. (Mat Luschek / Review-Journal)
The hugely popular lobster grilled cheese at Big Sur Oyster Bar at the South Point in Las Vegas is made with white cheddar and served on sourdough. (Heidi Knapp Rinella/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Las Vegas’ Forte Tapas marks its 10th anniversary with chef/owner Nina Manchev highlighting some signature dishes. (Heidi Knapp Rinella/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
The Nevada Legislative Session is over and the results are mixed for Nevada students, according to Tom Greene, Senior regional legislative director, Excel in Ed in Action.
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NHRA Top Fuel driver Mike Salinas talks about setting the provisional fast qualifying time for the Denso Spark Plugs NHRA Four-Wide Nationals at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on April 5, 2019 (Ron Kantowski/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Nevada Highway Patrol updates the media on the April 2, 2019 officer involved shooting on Mount Charleston. (Michael Quine/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Ed Graney and Heidi Fang preview the Final Four in the NCAA Tournament and discuss the rise of Texas Tech’s Chris Beard, who had a brief stint as UNLV’s basketball coach and was just named the AP Coach of the Year.
UNLV quarterback Armani Rogers talks about the upcoming spring game. Video by Mark Anderson/Las Vegas Review-Journal
Lt. Joe Sobrio discusses the new homeless outreach team for Metro. (Rachel Aston/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
While teams usually treat all games the same, the Golden Knights are well aware of any added attention to the upcoming matchup against Calgary. The Flames are first place in the Pacific Division, while the Golden Knights are aiming to hang on to third.
The International Pizza Expo at Las Vegas Convention Center included the first rounds of the World Pizza Games. (K.M. Cannon/Las Vegas Review-Journal) @KMCannonPhoto
Kelvin Atkinson rocked the Nevada political world by resigning his state Senate seat and role as majority leader. Atkinson puts the blame on himself for misusing campaign funds. His resignation begs the questions, who else was involved?
UNLV successfully swept Boise State this season, after beating the Broncos in overtime 85-81. The team has just one regular-season game left (on the road at Colorado State) but will likely secure the No. 5 seed and a first-round bye in this year’s Mountain West basketball tournament. Rebel Nation host Cassie Soto and Rebels beat writer Mark Anderson recap the win over Boise State, as well as preview the tournament bracket.
The Golden Knights win with a comeback victory and Tuch scoring the only goal during a shootout. Golden Knights reporters David Schoen and Adam Hill break down the game including Ryan Carpenter being escorted off the ice after hitting his head.
Gerard Gallant talks about breaking a four-game losing streak agains one the NHL’s best teams. (David Schoen/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Gerard Gallant talks about Valentin Zykov’s goal against Tampa Bay on Feb. 5, 2019. (David Schoen/Las Vegas Review-journal)
Gerard Gallant talks about the Golden Knights’ penalty killing against Tampa Bay on Feb. 5, 2019. (Davis Schoen/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Ben Gotz and Elaine Emerson go over which high school basketball games to look out for and what teams have a chance to make it to the playoffs.
The Venetian hosted dancers to celebrate the Chinese New Year and “Year of the Pig.” The dancers performed a traditional eye-dotting ceremony and lion dance. (Mat Luschek/Review-Journal)
The latest fashion trends, accessories, footwear and apparel are on display at MAGIC, a three-day long convention that has taken over the Las Vegas Convention Center as well as the Mandalay Bay.
