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Metro Police collect over 8,800 pounds of illegal fireworks in Las Vegas valley

Metro Police hauled in over 8,800 pounds of illegal fireworks this holiday season, according to a news release. Their campaign to combat illegal fireworks picked ...

Las Vegas residents urged to keep it safe and sane for Fourth of July revelry

T he Fourth of July tradition of families igniting fireworks in celebration comes with a heightened warning this week from fire officials across Southern Nevada: ...

Fourth of July festivities prompt Clark County air quality advisory

Clark County's Division of Air Quality has issued a smoke advisory for the upcoming Independence Day weekend, warning residents that celebratory fireworks may ...

Plaza’s fireworks display to light up downtown Las Vegas

The Plaza in downtown will blast fireworks from its rooftop for an eighth consecutive year, adding a punch to the party at the Fremont Street ...

Las Vegas welcomes 2025 with entertainment, fireworks

In the final seconds before a new year, hundreds of thousands of visitors on the Las Vegas Strip joined the countdown. They screamed in unison, ...

Decline in donations challenges Las Vegas charities as holiday season begins

Though much of its services are supported by government funding, public and private donations are important because grant funding doesn’t necessarily cover the complete cost ...

As warm weather coaxes people back into the water, safety experts urge caution

Lake Mead is packed with visitors on holiday weekends, such as this three-day weekend for the observance of Memorial Day. And with the crowds comes ...

Police emphasize safety with Valentine’s-themed event at crosswalk near Las Vegas school

Habig, along with officers from other Southern Nevada departments, gathered at the intersection of Russell Road and Euclid Street next to Helen Cannon Middle School ...

Where to watch Fourth of July fireworks in Las Vegas

The Las Vegas Valley has plenty of options for those wanting to catch some fireworks and celebrate over the Fourth of July weekend. Prices vary ...

Weekend of Juneteenth celebrations kicks off with Henderson festival

Events are scheduled in the upcoming days across the Las Vegas Valley to celebrate Juneteenth, the federal holiday commemorating the abolition of slavery in the ...

Juneteenth becomes Nevada holiday with Lombardo's signature

Gov. Joe Lombardo on Thursday signed a bill into law to make Juneteenth a statewide holiday, making Nevada the 25th state to celebrate the day ...

Las Vegas anticipating a busy Memorial Day weekend with 335,000 visitors expected

Hundreds of thousands of people are expected to visit Las Vegas this Memorial Day weekend, at the start of what will likely be a robust ...

Las Vegas Strip ready to host America's Party for New Year's Eve

“The countdown is on for the launch of America’s Party 2023,” Clark County Commission Chairman Jim Gibson said Thursday, on a stage flanked on either ...

Metro stepping up efforts to help keep Las Vegas holiday shoppers safe

Metro Police will increase their presence in commercial shopping areas this holiday season, as the department anticipates a rise in retail and auto theft, burglary ...

In Las Vegas, Santa appearances set for a comeback this holiday season

Last year, Chris Groeschke was sidelined from his holiday gig of portraying Santa Claus at live events because of the coronavirus pandemic. This year ...

Metro: Here's how to protect your holiday packages from thieves

The pandemic has forced more residents this holiday season to buy products online from the safety of their homes. And with shopping holidays Black Friday ...

Scaled-back Thanksgiving plans leave turkey farmers in limbo

For the turkey industry, this Thanksgiving is a guessing game.

Las Vegas resorts uncertain on July Fourth fireworks plans

Fourth of July celebrations in Southern Nevada are plentiful with multiple parades and fireworks displays from casino rooftops. Last year, more than 300,000 visitors were ...

How procrastinators can triumph at holiday gift-giving

Check the calendar. No, this isn’t a dream. It really is December, and Christmas Day is staring you straight in the face. Where did the ...