Nikki Bowers
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AVOID THE AREA: State Route 278 closed from US50 to Interstate 80
State Route 278 from Eureka to Carlin is shut down in both directions, according to Nevada Highway Patrol. → Read More
NV Energy preps for extreme heat wave and offers tips to save money on bill
As dangerous temperatures hit the west coast, energy companies are asking customers to conserve. This comes after millions of Californians went without power last year due to a surge in electricity use during the heat of summer. → Read More
Caesars Forum reopens, hosts first conference since shutting down due to the pandemic
Hundreds of people stepped inside of the Caesars Forum Tuesday, which was the first time it hosted its first big conference since opening the space in March 2020. → Read More
Metro Police search for man accused of in violently beating another man on bus
Metro Police are looking for a man accused of violently beating another man a couple of months ago. → Read More
Tips to make sure vehicles are prepared for Las Vegas’ excessive heat warning
The soaring temperatures this week are a sign it's a good time to make sure your vehicle is in shape to handle the heat because as the temperatures go up, so do the calls for help on the road. → Read More
Henderson students write and illustrate children’s book entirely in Spanish
There was a big accomplishment for some students from a middle school in Henderson. Students from Henderson International School wrote, illustrated and published their very own children’s book written entirely in Spanish – a language that is taught at Henderson International School. → Read More
Amazon offers AmaZen relaxation booth at warehouse
Putting mental health as a top priority Is the mission at one of the Amazon warehouses in the Las Vegas valley. They’ve created a booth for employees to take a moment for themselves called “AmaZen.” Inside there are videos on breathing techniques, calming sounds and aroma-therapy. → Read More
LIVE: Police presence halts traffic on I-15 at Tropicana
Drivers traveling along I-15 are at a stand still on I-15. A police presence has halted the southbound and northbound lanes of I-15 at Tropicana. → Read More
3 men arrested for homicide and other charges in North Las Vegas
Three men, one under 20, were arrested in North Las Vegas Thursday for committing murder. According to North Las Vegas Police, 20-year-old Xavier Philpot, 21-year-old Eelyzjah Barnett, and 18-year-old Jayln Barnett were taken into custody for a deadly shooting that happened on May 9. It occurred in the 100 block of E. Centennial Parkway in NLV. → Read More
Las Vegas woman sentenced in Medicaid fraud case
A Las Vegas woman who the Nevada Attorney General’s office says was billing clients for Medicaid services she did not provide was sentenced Thursday. → Read More
NHP releases name of man accused of causing deadly wrong-way crash that killed father and son
The identity of the man accused of causing a deadly wrong-way crash while allegedly driving drunk was revealed Wednesday. Nevada Highway Patrol says Juan Cruz-Mexia was the person behind the wheel of the Chevy Silverado when it crashed into the pickup carrying 42-year-old Rodolfo Robledo-Aguilera and his father, 71-year-old Porfirio Robledo Gonzalez. → Read More
Life coach helps women 50+ navigate reinventing themselves for ‘mid-life anti-crisis’
8 On Your Side: Women over 50 are entering some of their most productive years, even post-pandemic, according to Life Coach Holly Caplan who calls it the "mid-life anti-crisis." → Read More
AVOID THE AREA: Fatal crash closes east and westbound lanes of Sahara at Hualapai
Metro Police are investigating a deadly crash in southwest Las Vegas. According to officers, a car and motorcycle collided in the area of W. Sahara Avenue and S. Hualapai Way. → Read More
Coroner identifies man killed in shooting, car crash near Twain and University Center
The Clark County Coroner's Office released the identity of a man who died after a shooting and crash Sunday morning. → Read More
Nevada experiences slight increase in registered voters in May
The number of people registering to vote is going up in Nevada. Nevada Secretary of State Barbara Cegavske reports an 11,218 increase of active registered voters during the month of May. The total number of active registered voters in Nevada is 1,824,418, increasing by 0.62%. → Read More
Gov. Sisolak signs Holocaust Education Bill into law
A new bill strengthening Holocaust and Genocide education in Nevada was signed into law Tuesday by Governor Steve Sisolak. → Read More
UPDATE: Family of father, son killed in US 95 wrong-way crash speak out; GoFundMe account set up
Two people are dead and impairment is suspected after a wrong-way crash Saturday morning on U.S. 95 northbound before Rancho. → Read More
100 years later: ‘Fire in Little Africa’ uses music to honor those lost during Tulsa Race Massacre
May 31 marks 100 years since the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. The attack in Tulsa, Oklahoma, known as the "Black Wall Street," was one of the most devastating attacks against the black community and in American history. → Read More
Contractor accused of abandoning projects arrested on multiple felony charges
A contractor's broken promises sort of speak, has landed him in hot water. Revoked contractor Brett Benson of SSM of Nevada, dba Security Screen Masters was arrested by Henderson Police on May 25. Benson had 17 outstanding warrants, including 15 felonies, based on the Nevada State Contractors Board charges resulting in a violation of Benson's parole. → Read More
Las Vegas Bowl to be held at Allegiant Stadium on Dec. 30
A date, time, and location has been announced for the Las Vegas Bowl! The SRS Distribution Las Vegas Bowl will be played Thursday, Dec. 30, at Allegiant Stadium. The game will start at 7:30 p.m. → Read More