Sasha Loftis
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Las Vegas, NV, United States
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Art and government unite in green Super Bowl aims
Officials in Phoenix said they are aiming to make the National Football League's championship game the most environmentally friendly Super Bowl ever, and encourage all the fans in the area to recycle. → Read More
Showgirls speak out after fatal stabbing on Las Vegas Strip
Several Las Vegas showgirls spoke out a day after they were attacked on the Las Vegas Strip, when police said a man randomly stabbed eight people, killing two. → Read More
‘I remember trying to crawl away’: Man loses both legs in DUI crash
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) – A man who lost both his legs after being hit by a drunk driver continues his long road to recovery. “I was screaming out, ‘Why me?'” Riley McGowan recalled. “‘Why did something like this have to happen?'” McGowan shared the moment his life changed forever when he a suspected drunk driver had hit him. “I heard a screech and a bang, and I look up,” he said. “And next thing I… → Read More
NFL Draft ’22: Excitement builds on the Las Vegas Strip ahead of Day 1 of draft
Across the street from the French restaurant Mon Ami Gabi, crews worked hard to finish setting up the stage and signage of the Las Vegas NFL Draft 2022 stage floating on top of the Bellagio Fountains’ lake. → Read More
Only On 8: Las Vegas Lyft driver says he was attacked on the job
A local Lyft driver shared his story with 8 News Now Friday after he said a rider attacked him in downtown Las Vegas. → Read More
Las Vegas lender sheds light on potential federal interest rate hike
As our economic recovery brings inflation and higher prices around the nation, interest rates could also see an upcoming spike, so a local lender shared with 8 news Now what this could mean for Las Vegas. → Read More
Expert offers advice as catalytic converter theft continues across Las Vegas
The trend of stolen catalytic converters has continued in Las Vegas, prompting a local expert to share steps people can take to protect themselves from falling victim to thieves. → Read More
Las Vegas doctor weighs in on future of COVID-19 pandemic
Nearly two years after COVID-19 was declared a pandemic, an expert told 8 News Now there’s a chance the situation could change for the better this year. → Read More
Las Vegas whistleblower reacts to Ninth Circuit victory, allowing lawsuit against state officials
A Las Vegas woman told 8 News Now she believes her voice has finally been heard after reporting what she calls unsafe practices at a local medical office in 2014. → Read More
Las Vegas community share frustrations over classroom pause during CCSD board meeting
The first Clark County School District Board of Trustees meeting of 2022 turned heated Thursday, as many voiced their concerns over the district’s decision to pause classes for five days, citing a surge in COVID-19 cases and subsequent staff shortages. → Read More
Parent shares concerns, efforts to change work schedule after CCSD announced classroom pause
A Clark County School District parent shared her concerns with 8 News Now Wednesday, as the district announced an upcoming pause in classes due to COVID-19 related staff shortages. → Read More
Restaurant owners share struggles, cutbacks amid staff shortages
As COVID-19 cases surge across Las Vegas, restaurant owners shared the struggles they face Wednesday amid an already severe staff shortage. → Read More
CES 2022 returns to in-person convention amid COVID case surge
CES 2022 is marking its in-person return, after last year's switch to a virtual convention. → Read More
Officials prepare for crowds as thousands flock to Las Vegas for New Year’s Eve
As thousands get ready to ring in the new year in Las Vegas, roads and airports were packed on Thursday. → Read More
Crowds endure icy road conditions at Mount Charleston to enjoy snow
It was a cold Wednesday on Mt. Charleston, as dozens headed up to enjoy the snow falling; but many dealt with significant issues due to icy conditions. → Read More
Smooth sailing at Harry Reid airport despite nationwide flight cancellations
As COVID-19 fueled flight cancellations have taken a toll on Christmas Eve travel across the U.S., 8 News Now spoke with travelers about their experience at Harry Reid International Airport Friday. → Read More
Only On 8: Group of hikers rescues dog stranded 800 feet up Cheyenne Mountain
Five men stepped up to save a dog this week after she was found stranded near the peak of Cheyenne Mountain in the northwest valley. → Read More
Republic Services employees lift car pinned on top of man, saving his life
In a story that shows the true extent of human strength, a man shared how he was heroically rescued from a car that fell on top of him. → Read More
Neighbors share frustration over what they call a ‘chronic car egging problem’ near Ann, Durango
A man in the northwest valley shared his concerns Friday over what he calls a chronic car egging problem in his neighborhood. → Read More
Friends, family remember cyclists killed by impaired driver one year later
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — One year after five cyclists were hit and killed by a truck outside Las Vegas, family and friends are reflecting on their memory. Donalrey Nieva spoke to 8 News Now Friday about his brother, Gerrard Nieva, who was killed in the crash on December 10, 2020. “I just miss him a […] → Read More