LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Six dogs found in an abandoned "deplorable" apartment are now in the care of the Nevada SPCA, and the case is under investigation. The dogs were discovered in the apartment on Wednesday, May 7, by the building's management after the tenants, who were facing eviction, left. SPCA volunteers responded to rescue the animals and discovered they had been left without food and water. “These animals were living in extremely filthy conditions,” Megan Waldron with Nevada SPCA said. “We are committed to ensuring that these dogs are now safe and will receive the care they need."
There were five bulldogs and one pitbull in the apartment. The dogs are currently undergoing medical evaluations, vaccinations, and will be spayed or neutered prior to being rehomed. The dogs are not currently up for adoption, but when they are, that information will be available on the Nevada SPCA's website. The Clark County Animal Protective Services is investigating the case. In Clark County, it's illegal to abandon an animal. In April 2025, animal rescue advocates told 8 News Now there had already been more than 300 complaints about abandoned animals. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS ( KLAS) — Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo has indicated he will veto an education budget approved in the Nevada Legislature because lawmakers removed pay raises that would have gone to charter school teachers. "I've been clear and consistent on this. I will not sign an education budget that does not include equal pay for public charter school teachers and make teacher pay raises, including those for charter school teachers, permanent," Lombardo said in a Thursday statement. "Further, I will veto any education budget bill that falls short of addressing a serious need for accountability, transparency, and real parental choice. All 63 legislators have been aware of my position for months, and it is my expectation that they will pass a bill that improves education for all Nevada children." he said. On Friday morning, Republican lawmakers said charter school teachers at 81 campuses in Nevada were being used as pawns by Democrats. "I just cannot accept the fact that we are not giving the charter school teachers who are public employees the raises that I feel they deserve, as all teachers do," Republican Senate Minority Leader Robin Titus said. She said she wants to see progress on additional legislation on charter school teacher raises before she will support the budget. Democrats control the majority in both houses of the Legislature, and on the committees that voted on the budget Friday. As the committee approved the budget, six Republicans voted "no," and Democratic leaders railed against political posturing. A vote against the education budget would torpedo raises for all teachers. "It's been made abundantly clear by the members of this committee that we are still working on the charter school teacher pay raise increase," Democratic Assembly Speaker Steve Yeager said Friday morning during a joint meeting of the Senate Finance and Assembly Ways and Means committees. Democratic Senate Majority Leader Nicole Cannizzaro said the charter school raises will come in separate legislation. She repeated her commitment to secure those raises. "To the speaker's point, we can do two things at once. We can approve a budget for the things that we know and then we can also work on legislation to implement things that are new," Cannizzaro said. "That is not a reason to not vote for this budget. Lawmakers on Thursday dipped further into the state's reserves to fund education, approving an additional $115.7 million from the Education Stabilization Account, known as the rainy day account for schools. That's on top of $126.9 million allocated from the same fund on Wednesday. In total, lawmakers are drawing that account down by about a quarter-million dollars, leaving it with an estimated reserve of $639.6 million. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Four women who worked under disgraced public administrator Robert Telles, who are suing the county claiming a hostile work environment, are calling a $100,000 settlement offer “disrespectful.” Clark County commissioners approved the possible settlement with the women Tuesday, the 8 News Now Investigators first reported, offering the combined sum to be split among the group. Telles, 48, the former Clark County public administrator, killed Las Vegas Review-Journal investigative reporter Jeff German, 69, in 2022 after German wrote unflattering stories about Telles and the office he ran. The Clark County Public Administrator’s Office administers the estates of the deceased while a search is conducted to find a family member or executor. A jury found Telles guilty last summer. The panel, along with a judge, sentenced him to a minimum of 28 years in prison. Evidence at trial included the fact that police found Telles’ DNA under German’s fingernails. Four of Telles' former employees later filed a federal complaint, claiming Telles created a hostile work environment before his arrest and later removal from his elected position. They learned of the settlement offer from the 8 News Now Investigators’ reporting, a statement said, calling it a "disrespectful settlement proposal." “The public nature of this apparent settlement offer feels very much like a tactic to undermine and invalidate the discrimination, harassment and bullying we endured while working under Robert Telles,” the women said Friday. “This offer is a reflection of the county’s culture of deflection and inaction.” The four women said Telles discriminated, harassed, and retaliated against them after they reported his behavior to the county, the lawsuit said. When Telles became aware of formal complaints about him, he allegedly retaliated against the employees involved. “The county failed to protect us when we reported these problems to them, resulting in a hostile work environment and life-altering trauma, and what happened is again being minimized.” The approval came on the commission’s consent agenda Tuesday and there was no discussion or debate. The statement to 8 News Now on Friday did not say if the women were rejecting the offer, nor did it talk more about the pending case. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Take a trip thousands of years back to the time of the Egyptian pharaohs on Mother's Day for a special mummy day. Luxor Hotel is offering special deals over the weekend at its Discovering King Tut’s Tomb exhibit. The immersive experience brings the legendary discovery of King Tut's tomb to life. During the journey, visitors will learn how archaeologist Howard Carter and his team discovered the lost tomb 100 years ago.
King Tut, whose full name is King Tutankhamun, became king at just nine years old and ruled until his death at 18. The exhibit showcases a replica of the three coffins where King Tut was found, along with his iconic golden death mask, which weighs 20 pounds. There are also other royal accessories, including his golden slippers and sandals. His sandals had images of his enemies painted on the bottom of them as a way to symbolically step on them. The Mummy’s Day Celebration is happening May 10 & 11. Families can buy one child’s ticket and get 50% off an adult ticket, plus buy-one-get-one-free photo opportunities. Click here for more information. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Fire crews battled a large fire overnight in a building near the Las Vegas Strip. The fire was reported around 11 p.m. Thursday on Highland Drive near Twain Avenue. Numerous Clark County fire units responded to the scene and were able to put out the blaze of a single-story commercial building that was vacant. Kyara Brown, who was staying in a building nearby, captured video of the flames. There was heavy smoke and flames when crews arrived. CCFD said firefighters attacked the blaze through large roll-up doors, but then moved to a defensive operation with crews fighting the flames from the exterior of the building. No victims were found in the building. The cause and origin of the fire are under investigation. Clark County was assisted by Las Vegas Fire and Rescue, NV Energy, and Southwest Gas. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - A family is demanding justice after a 23-year-old Las Vegas man was hit and killed by what police described as a suspected DUI driver in the southwest valley. "He was a big guy," Valerie Odabi said of her son. "But he wouldn't bust a grape." Joree Odabi's family, speaking with 8 News Now on Thursday, described him as always there for anyone. "He was the most lovable," Valerie Odabi said. "He was kindhearted, he was so sweet." The 23-year-old had his entire life ahead of him until everything changed Tuesday.
"I was inside our cul-de-sac and I see flashing lights," Justice Odabi, Joree Odabi's brother, recalled. "And my heart dropped." Joree Odabi was taking his daily walk around the block, near Warm Springs Road and Torrey Pines Drive, when police said a car jumped the curb, ran into a light pole, and hit him. Police arrested the driver, identified as 38-year-old Daniel Stakleff. He faces several charges, including DUI resulting in death, reckless driving, and failure to maintain his lane. Officers also found an empty marijuana vape cartridge, along with receipts and a bag from a dispensary, in his car after the crash, according to police documents. "The laws are not strict enough, they are not strong enough," Valerie Odabi said. "They don't do anything for the victims." Valerie and Justice Odabi are now demanding justice in this case and others like it. Clark County District Attorney Steve Wolfson also spoke on crashes involving impairment this week, sharing a similar sentiment. "We have to get the message out," Wolfson said. "To try to make people think twice before they get behind the wheel after consuming alcohol, prescription drugs, or illegal drugs." Joree Odabi's family told 8 News Now they will always remember him for the light he brought to life. "I wish I could hear my brother's voice again," Justice Odabi said. "I wish I could hug him one more time." A man who was taken before his time truly began. "I can't believe that my son will not come back home," Valerie Odabi said. A judge denied Stakleff's bail during his first court appearance, and he is being held at the Clark County Detention Center. He is due back in court on Monday. The Odabi family started a GoFundMe to help with funeral expenses. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - In one week, Las Vegas high school students turned a memorial into a motive for change, but the school district is drawing a line on where their responsibilities begin and end. During a morning Clark County School District news conference, school leaders expressed grief following the death of 18-year-old McKenzie Scott. She was killed Thursday when police said an alleged drunk driver struck her while she walked through a crosswalk in front of Arbor View High School.  “Please remain vigilant and cautious in the areas near our schools the safety of our students is a shared responsibility,” CCSD Police Chief Henry Blackeye said. “We must continue to work together to protect and support them.” The topic crossed into an afternoon CCSD School Board meeting, where Arbor View High School Students cited each of their requests. “I love them to put in a pedestrian activated beacon, talking to different construction companies, a rectangular rapid flashing beacon, even repainting the crossing walk that is fairly faded, a speed bump,” Hannah Cohn, a student, said. “Also addressing the miles per hour on Buffalo [Drive]. It's 40 miles per hour during the school hours, which are very short.” Cohn said she understood some of the responsibility remains on the City of Las Vegas, which has examined the crosswalk for possible further improvement. “I'm aware that the city is more in charge of making change of crossing guards and putting in construction and getting things into motion,” Cohn said. “But the voice of CCSD as a board themselves, is a huge push for the city, for them to actually get stuff done. So, it's just having the board support.” Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - A person is in critical condition after a shooting near downtown Las Vegas. It happened on Thursday after an unknown suspect fired several rounds and hit one person, Las Vegas Metro police said. The person who was shot was taken to a hospital in critical condition, police told 8 News Now. All eastbound and westbound lanes are blocked from Bruce Street to 21st Street due to police activity, according to the RTC of Southern Nevada. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS ( KLAS) — Dueling proposals to build Las Vegas movie studios are still alive with less than a month until the Nevada Legislature is scheduled to end its 2025 session. Both pieces of legislation — Assembly Bill 238 ( AB238) and Senate Bill 220 ( SB220) — are built around tax credits that could lure moviemakers, TV production companies and others, potentially laying the groundwork for a major industry that could diversify the Las Vegas economy. A Nevada Senate finance committee hearing scheduled for Friday, May 9, provides the only measure of which "film bill" is ahead in the race: AB238, the project featuring major motion picture players Sony and Warner Bros. Discovery, is a step ahead in the legislative process. SB220 needs a similar hearing in the Nevada Assembly to keep pace. 8 News Now spoke to developers behind both projects as decisions near for lawmakers. The videos and details below summarize the strengths of each proposal: Summerlin Studios
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LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Pay first, fight later: If you get a traffic ticket in Nevada, you have to pay the penalty before you even go to court -- $417 later, a Las Vegas couple learned that the hard way. In January, a Clark County School District police officer pulled over Kim Ferguson for speeding. “Hi, how are you doing?” the interaction began, according to body-camera video the 8 News Now Investigators obtained. But that quick, friendly greeting later gave Ferguson a not-so-pleasant feeling. “I said, 'Oh my gosh. I've never had a ticket before. I don't know what to do,’” she said about the stop. Her ticket-free streak ended as the officer cited her for going over the speed limit in a 15-mile-per-hour school zone.  “The reason I'm stopping you is it's a 15-mile-an-hour school zone right now on Spencer,” the officer said. “You're doing a 31 going through it.” The officer would lower that speed to 20 for Ferguson’s ticket, telling her it would cost several hundred dollars. Ferguson, who said she drives below the speed limit, does not believe she driving 31 mph and was following the flow of traffic as it sped up at the end of the school zone, expected a $200 bill. “We looked on the thing and I told my husband, 'Oh my god, it's $417,'” Ferguson said, adding there was no indication the area where she was driving was still in the school zone. It’s $417 a state law requires her to pay, whether she wanted to fight it or not.  “You're going to have to contact the court to pay the fine -- if you want to go to court to court to contest it. All the information is right here,” the officer said before driving off. “When you're retired, that's a lot of money,” said Kim’s husband, Tom Ferguson, calling the system a revenue generator. “Now maybe to some people it's not, but to us it is.” The Fergusons paid the ticket and said there was no point in fighting it. They added that it would cost more money to hire a lawyer. The law states the payee would get the money back should a judge side with them in court. “The punishment doesn't match the crime,” Tom Ferguson said. “If you were doing 50 miles per hour in a school zone, I would understand that, but 20? It doesn't make sense to me.”  It did not make sense to lawmakers either. Since 2021, Nevada lawmakers, both Democrats and Republicans, have changed most traffic infractions, like a speeding ticket, to be a civil infraction, not a criminal one. That means tickets no longer carry the threat of jail time, and missed court appearances do not really matter in the long run since the court may already have your money. The way state law is interpreted now: “The court shall require the person to post a bond equal to the amount of the full payment of the monetary penalty,” means ticketed drivers have to pay in full, no matter what. “I think the bigger issue, especially among my colleagues here at the Legislature, is just the unfairness in having to pay the fine first and then be seen by a judge,” Democratic State Sen. Melanie Scheible said. Her proposal, Senate Bill 359, would amend Nevada’s traffic-ticket law to give courts flexibility to reduce that bond -- that ticket payment. “For many Nevadans, especially those with limited financial means, this upfront payment creates a financial barrier to their right to a hearing,” Scheible said during a recent legislative hearing. In Kim Ferguson’s case, she paid the bond and lost faith in the system. In addition, changes in Senate Bill 359 would combine civil and criminal infractions -- minor speeding offenses versus driving without a license -- and allow a judge to deal with both in one hearing. “We have to continue to develop legislation that still allows for our enforcement agencies to hold people accountable when they violate traffic laws,” Scheible said. The Fergusons feel the system is a money maker, adding that they paid an additional fee to pay online. Moving forward, Kim Ferguson, who said she always drives below the speed limit, said this was her first and final citation.  “I just go a lot slower now -- there's no more tickets,” she said. The 8 News Now Investigators discovered a potential error on the ticket, leading to questions about the validity of the entire case. The officer who wrote the ticket noted a registration lapse, however, the Fergusons said they always keep up with their payments. A spokesperson for the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles confirmed it did not appear the Fergusons ever had a lapse in coverage. The officer cited Kim Ferguson after school, and it did not appear any students were present in the area at the time. Nevada's school-zone law calls for the reduced speeds to be in effect 30 minutes before and after school and when students are present. Scheible’s proposal passed unanimously out of the state Senate. It was moving forward in the Assembly and would likely pass in that chamber as well. 8 News Now Investigator David Charns can be reached at dcharns@8newsnow.com. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - Henderson's city manager has named a new acting police chief, the 8 News Now Investigators have learned. Captain Anthony Branchini replaces Itzhak Henn, who announced his upcoming retirement. Both Branchini and Henn replace outgoing police chief Hollie Chadwick, who parted ways with the city in March after the city manager gave her a resign-or-be-fired ultimatum. Chadwick, who had been chief since May 2023, chose not to resign. "I am pleased to announce Captain Branchini will serve as Acting Chief until the new Chief is in place," Stephane Garcia-Vause, Henderson's City Manager, said in a memo to the Henderson Police Department and obtained by the by 8 News Now Investigators Thursday. "Selecting a Captain ensures the recruitment process for the Chief remains fair and equitable, given that the Deputy Chiefs are eligible to apply." Henn was a Deputy Chief before he ascended to the role of acting chief. Henn did not respond to multiple requests for an interview when he announced his retirement in April. Both Henn and Branchini have 26 years of service with HPD, Garcia-Vause's memo said. The search for Chadwick's replacement as a permanent chief of police remains ongoing. Garcia Vause dodged questions with regard to Chadwick's firing from the 8 News Now Investigators during an impromptu interview in March. But in a subsequent interview, she held multiple press conferences, indicating a desire to move forward. "What we’re here to talk about is really the recruitment process,” she said. “And I’m not going to be talking about personnel matters.” The next police chief will be the 10th in 25 years. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - Five people were injured after a crash shut down all eastbound lanes at an intersection in the south Las Vegas valley. It happened on Thursday shortly before 3:30 p.m. along St. Rose Parkway near Eastern Avenue. Five people were taken to a hospital for minor injuries, according to Henderson police. All eastbound lanes on St. Rose Parkway between Seven Hills Drive and Jeffreys Street are temporarily closed due to the crash, according to the RTC of Southern Nevada. Drivers in the area are advised to seek alternate routes. No other information was released by police. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS ( KLAS) — A new type of service in Las Vegas offers rental vehicles delivered to users by remote drivers who aren't physically present but guide vehicles to and from renters. German-founded company Vay is expanding its service throughout the Las Vegas area. After testing for five years, the company launched in the valley in 2024.  Vay’s "driverless rentals" differ from the autonomous cars seen testing around Las Vegas. The company's vehicles are driven remotely by drivers in a downtown Las Vegas office who have 360-degree camera views of the car. The system looks similar to a video game driving setup. Yulieanna Duran, operations coordinator for Vay, started as one of their remote drivers. She is part of the driving team tasked with bringing cars to and from drivers. “Just to give... a rough estimate, we [average] about 70 to 76 rides per day,” Duran said, adding that the number could increase soon.  Thomas von der Ohe, chief executive officer of Vay, said the company has invested in growth and plans to increase to 100 vehicles over the year. That growth is thanks, in part, to a manufacturing facility in Henderson. There, vehicles are retrofitted with camera systems and data connection hardware, enabling data to be sent back to the company's headquarters. Although Vay is headquartered in Germany, Von der Ohe said regulations there make for slow operation, which led the company to find its U.S. home in Las Vegas. “Las Vegas basically welcomed us with open arms because they love... the innovation aspect, as well as the sustainability aspect of the service,” von der Ohe said. Renting a Vay car costs $0.35 per minute, with a lower rate of $0.05 per minute when the car is parked. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Southern Nevada's most famous desert tortoise officially emerged from his burrow on Thursday, according to Clark County. Mojave Max emerged shortly after 2 p.m., breaking his previous record for his latest emergence, which was April 24, 2023. The earliest date the tortoise has ever emerged was on Feb. 14, 2005. Mojave Max is the mascot for the Clark County Desert Conservation Program and calls the Las Vegas Springs Preserve his home. Max is similar to other Southern Nevada reptiles; as he enters a burrow to brumate (the reptilian form of hibernation) every winter and emerges every spring.  His emergence typically marks the beginning of spring-like weather in Southern Nevada. Warmer temperatures, longer daylight hours, and his internal clock are factors known to contribute to his emergence every year. As part of the 25th annual Mojave Max Emergence Contest, elementary school students from Clark County have been studying Mojave Desert weather, temperatures, and conditions to scientifically estimate when they believe Mojave Max would emerge from his burrow. For the first time in the history of the program, all Clark County residents were invited to enter their guesses as well in a separate contest. The entries for both contests are being reviewed, and the official winners of the Mojave Max Emergence Contests are expected to be announced soon. The winning student will receive prizes including a year-long family membership to the Springs Preserve, an “America the Beautiful” year-long family pass to National Parks and Federal Recreation areas, and a laptop computer. The winner’s entire class will receive Olympic-style medals and T-shirts as well as a trophy for his or her school, and a field trip, with a pizza party, to the Springs Preserve to meet the live Mojave Max tortoise. The winning student’s teacher will also receive a laptop computer. The winner of the countywide contest will receive a gift box with prizes donated by The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, Las Vegas Character Parties, and the Clark County Desert Conservation Program. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS ( KLAS) — Cardinal Robert Prevost, now known as Pope Leo XIV, became the first-ever American pope, prompting reaction from Las Vegas Catholic congregations Thursday. “I don’t know what to say, I’m so happy,” said Jesusa Arias, who was in the middle of 9 a.m. Mass when the bishop announced that white smoke had emerged from the Sistine Chapel chimney, signifying that a new pope had been chosen. “I'm happy that he's American,” said Miriam Guzman, originally from Mexico and a Las Vegas valley resident for over two decades. “I think that is going to build bridges to Latin America because he was there and he speaks Spanish.” Guzman said she went to Mass after hearing the announcement. “We've been praying to have someone who can guide us,” said Guzman. George Leo Thomas, Archbishop George Leo Thomas of the Archdiocese of Las Vegas, said Pope Leo would put a "much friendlier face on America." “Especially across Europe," Thomas said. "Especially some of the lands that have been affected by the tariffs. I think this Holy Father is going to bring people around a table for dialogue.” Thomas described the new pope as a "centrist," adding that he did not expect the Catholic Church to shift politically to the right or the left under his leadership. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (AP) — UNLV senior offensive lineman Ben Christman died three months ago from heart disease and an irregular heartbeat, the Clark County Coroner's Office announced Thursday. Christman, who transferred from Kentucky, was found dead in an off-campus apartment on Feb. 11. He was 21. He began his college career at Ohio State as a highly ranked prospect in the 2021 recruiting class. Christman redshirted that season and played in one game in 2022 before transferring to Kentucky. Christman did not play in 2023 because of a knee injury, but appeared in all 12 games last season on special teams. He then transferred to UNLV. “Our team’s heart is broken to hear of Ben’s passing,” UNLV coach Dan Mullen said in a statement issued after Christman's death. “Since the day Ben set foot on our campus a month ago, he made the Rebels a better program. Ben was an easy choice for our leadership committee as he had earned the immediate respect, admiration and friendship of all his teammates. Our prayers go out to his family and all who knew him. Ben made the world a better place and he will be missed.” Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- A man accused of robbing a Summerlin nail salon armed with a fire extinguisher was due to be sentenced next week in a different robbery case and was on parole for similar incidents from several years ago, the 8 News Now Investigators have learned. Brandon Potter, 27, faces charges including robbery and burglary of a business for an incident Monday, April 28, at Rio Nails, records said. Three masked men robbed employees and customers at the nail salon, police said, later suspecting Potter as one of the men involved. Potter’s charges are enhanced because at least one alleged victim is older than 60. At the time of his arrest two days after the robbery, Potter was awaiting sentencing on one case and on parole for a string of robberies from 2018, documents said. One of the men sprayed the business with a fire extinguisher while the two others grabbed purses and cell phones, police said. Metro police later located an SUV they suspect the trio left in. The SUV was rented to Potter, documents said. An hour before the nail salon robbery, a similar robbery occurred in a business parking lot where a man stole from a couple with the aid of a fire extinguisher, documents said. During an interview with police, Potter denied taking part in the robberies. It was not clear Thursday who the other two suspects were. When police contacted a family member of Potter’s to ask about his whereabouts, that person told police, “What did he do now?” In August 2024, Potter, armed with a gun, stole a phone from a woman, leading to his arrest on a robbery charge. He later pleaded guilty to robbery and was due to be sentenced in that case on May 15. As part of the plea deal in that case, prosecutors agreed to a sentence of probation; however, it was not clear what would happen now that Potter faced new charges. For his 2018 case, a judge sentenced him to 30-90 months in prison. Because the parole board granted him parole and he served his sentence, his 2024 charge did not affect his 2018 case, and he was not remanded into custody for a violation. Potter remained in custody Thursday as a judge denied him bail. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- The City of Las Vegas filed a motion Thursday to dismiss a federal lawsuit filed against it and officers in its marshals unit, according to U.S. District Court documents. The complaint against the city, filed on behalf of Derek Myers in March 2025, accused the city of having "renegade city marshals" who conducted illegal traffic stops, searches, and arrests on property where they had no authority. Myers was driving on I-11/US95 on Jan. 9, 2025, when he was pulled over by the two city marshals, Jason Brooks and Sergio Guzman, for alleged traffic violations. According to the lawsuit, he and his vehicle were searched without a warrant, and he was taken into custody for 17 hours. Myers is seeking $1 million in compensatory and punitive damages. Myers was detained for suspicion of DUI after marshals observed him swerving, tailgating, speeding, and driving recklessly, court documents stated. "This case is under review by the city attorney's office, but we do anticipate charges will be filed," according to Jace Radke, City of Las Vegas media relations supervisor. "The Myers lawsuit aims to hinder the enforcement of Nevada’s public safety laws by city marshals, who are category 1 peace officers in this state," Radke added. According to the motion, peace officers do have the legal authority to conduct a traffic stop to prevent someone from endangering the public with reckless driving. Documents state the crux of Myers' case is based on the marshals not having the legal authority for pulling him over, and because the arrest was legal, there are no constitutional violations, and the lawsuit should be dismissed. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS ( KLAS) — Orbi isn't seeing as many Canadians these days but it's business as usual in Las Vegas, according to Sphere officials. Like many other tourism-centered corporations, Sphere Entertainment was answering questions this week about the impact of international tourism decreases related to the simmering global trade war. Executives with Caesars, MGM and others have acknowledged the decrease in Canadian tourists, but they all say it's not a major concern. "So far, we've seen that international accounts for a little over 20% of the guests for Sphere, and 10% for concerts. We really haven't seen any change," according to Executive Chairman and CEO James Dolan. "So, I think, you know, there's a little bit of 'Chicken Little' going on in our economy with that," Dolan said. "Maybe later on we'll see some substance to the reaction from the marketplace. But right now we're really not seeing it, and even if we did it doesn't account for that big of a difference."  Orbi doesn't discriminate. Americans and international tourists get the same side eye — and the same exuberance. But remember: you're watching him, not the other way around. And Sphere Entertainment officials keep exploring ways to get more eyeballs on what remains the only Sphere in town. And the world, for now. Dolan scaled down his usual teases to upcoming announcements during the first-quarter 2025 earnings call, but there was still plenty to talk about. Sphere is working on its next major venue in Abu Dhabi, along with a scaled-down version. "We're right in the middle of designing a smaller sphere that would be deployable to markets inside and outside the U.S.," Dolan said. "The strategy there is to build faster, cheaper, have ROI that not only justifies it but makes, hopefully, investors enthusiastic. I'm enthusiastic." But he emphasized that he's not in the venue business. It's all about growth, he said. Sphere continues to work on concert residency partnerships. "The pipeline is pretty full," he told investors. "The 'Postcard from Earth' was our, what we call around here, our 'first pancake.' So, yes, we're expecting the second pancake to be better. Maybe we'll add some blueberries in," he said. It's only been about a month since the announcement of the next "Sphere Experience" projects based on The Wizard of Oz and "From The Edge," featuring "Free Solo" rock climber Alex Honnold. Higher ticket prices could be coming. "Both productions take better advantage of the medium, right, are going to be more experiential, more impactful. And so therefore, a better product. And along with a better product, yes, comes probably higher ticket prices, etc., yeah, we're expecting great things from both of those products," Dolan said. Before the announcement of Wizard of Oz/From The Edge, a partnership between music festival creators Insomniac and Belgium's Tomorrowland brought the announcement of "UNITY," set to debut at Sphere in late August. Through it all, revenue was down in the first quarter, with $157.5 million compared to $170.4 million during the first quarter of 2024. That produced operating income of $13.1 million. Sphere officials said 5 million people have now experienced Sphere since its opening less than two years ago. About a half-million guests came through during the first three months of 2025. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- A judge released the man accused of driving impaired and causing a crash outside Las Vegas, which killed two children, because prosecutors had yet to file formal charges against him. Steven Woods, 40, faces charges including DUI resulting in death and speeding, the 8 News Now Investigators first reported after his arrest. The multi-vehicle crash happened on the freeway around 3:30 p.m. Sunday, May 4, on Interstate 15 near Bunkerville. Paramedics took five people to the hospital with injuries, police said at the time of the crash. Other details, including the children's identities, remained unknown. The Clark County coroner’s office had no update Thursday. On Tuesday, a justice court judge set Woods’ bail at $350,000, records said. The judge ordered him to wear a drug patch and avoid driving should he post bond. On Wednesday, Justice of the Peace Darryll Dodenbier released Woods from custody because prosecutors had yet to file charges, records said. Prosecutors asked Dodenbier for an additional two weeks. Because no charges were filed, Dodenbier released Woods with the condition he continue to wear the drug patch and not drive. Chief Deputy Public Defender Steven Lisk, who represented Woods in the hearing, told the 8 News Now Investigators on Thursday that he had seen no evidence that his client had alcohol in his system. As the 8 News Now Investigators first revealed in a March investigation, a criminal complaint in DUI cases will not be filed until blood test results are confirmed. That process can take several months. However, prosecutors will generally rush tests in cases involving fatalities. It was not clear on Thursday why the complaint was not yet filed. The 8 News Now Investigators found that Las Vegas Metro police take on average two months to process a blood test. For Henderson police, the average time is 101 days. Toxicology testing, where labs test for drugs, can take much longer. For example, Henderson police said its average toxicology screening takes 294 days. The standard for most DUI cases is to delay for four months, Las Vegas Justice Court Chief Judge Melisa De La Garza said, due to the anticipated testing delays. The district attorney's office did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Since the pandemic, more Americans have become interested in discovering the great outdoors by spending time camping. It's estimated that 1 million new households will try camping for the first time in 2025, according to Kampgrounds of America, or KOA, which has more than 500 campgrounds in the U.S. and Canada. As people seek adventure and spend more time in nature, the demand for camping equipment rises. More than $8.6 billion was spent on camping and hiking gear in the U.S. in 2023, and it's forecast that the market will grow to $11.4 billion by 2030, according to the U.S. Camping and Hiking Gear Market Report published in June 2024. One of the biggest retailers of camping gear is Bass Pro Shops, which is holding its GO OUTDOORS event to showcase a range of gear designed to encourage families to embrace the outdoors. Assistant Store Manager Rafael Torres said there are innovative products that make outdoor adventures easier and more fun for all ages. He said the cowboy-style fire pit, a multi-layered setup that allows for both traditional campfires and open-flame cooking, is an example. Torres also highlighted a spacious eight-person tent that can comfortably accommodate an entire family with room for cots and sleeping bags. There's also the Campa Potti XG which includes a removable seat and lid, carry handle, and locking lid design with built-in deodorant holder. And on the glamping side, Torres showcased ready-made elevated camping meals like Chicken Alfredo that only require hot water. The Las Vegas valley has more than a dozen fishing spots filled with largemouth bass, striped bass, and channel catfish. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- It was an uphill battle, but now a Las Vegas neighborhood is declaring victory over a controversial project following a county vote. During a Clark County Zoning Commission meeting, Commissioner Justin Jones thanked residents for attending and making known their concerns about a planned development in the southwest valley. “We can all look at a parcel map and say this is no big deal,” Jennifer Mattera, a Southern Highlands resident, said. “But I think if you can see how great of a hill this is.”  Residents expressed concerns that the developer, DC Peterson, was moving ahead with building homes on the hillside of “Mount Hope,” without any experience in home building, instead of dirt work—a concern identified by Jones. “In regards to the concerns of not identifying a home builder. I would say the proposed developer is very experienced when it comes to dirt work,” Jones said. After several revisions to the proposed project, residents began to celebrate as the house density was reduced from 40, the gravel pit proposal was removed, and the housing development by DC Peterson was prevented in lieu of another home builder’s bid.
“Justin Jones took a face-to-face meeting with us last week to hear our concerns,” Dusty Chambers, a Southern Highlands resident, said. “It was amazing, and he listened to our concerns of just our livelihoods and safety. I just want to say thank you to him for doing a great thing today.” Richard Schecter, a Southern Highlands resident, pointed to the three successes that the neighborhood is culminating as a victory of DC Peterson’s proposal.  “They started with 40, and we wound up with 27 and we feel that's as good as we were going to get,” Schecter said. “So, we're thrilled.” The proposal was ultimately approved by the Clark County Zoning Commission, but residents say the amendments added have made the proposal amenable to their concerns. “We were worried about the damage, possibly to the homes,” Mattera said. “The fact that he added this in was something unexpected, and I feel that that's going to actually help all the residents.” Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - A bill moving through the Nevada Legislature meant to keep firearms away from people experiencing a mental health crisis could help others in domestic abuse situations, according to advocates. The Nevada Assembly Committee on Judiciary heard Senate Bill 347 on Wednesday, more than a month after it passed through the Senate. The proposal would allow police to temporarily confiscate guns from a person experiencing a mental health crisis who could become a threat to themselves or family members. "We generally support bills," SafeNest CEO Liz Ortenburger said. "That helps get guns out of the hands of dangerous people." Ortenburger believes this legislation could go a long way towards protecting people experiencing domestic violence. "If your abusive partner has a gun," she said. "That is going to lead to a lot of fear, right?" 80 percent of domestic violence-related homicides in Nevada are connected to firearms, according to Ortenburger. Any bill that would limit access to a gun in a volatile, unstable, or violent situation is important, she told 8 News Now. "Let's make the environment safer for the person who is experiencing that mental health crisis," Ortenburger said. "But also for the community around that person." Those against the bill claim it's too broad. Several people shared concerns with due process and constitutional compliance during its hearings in the Nevada Assembly and Senate. "It is in my eyes a clear violation," Tanya Freeman said to lawmakers. "Of the second amendment and the fourth amendment." Other organizations in opposition include the National Rifle Association and the American Independent Party. "It violates constitutional amendments, or provisions rather," Thomas Morey of the Nevada Firearms Coalition said. "And we are in opposition to this bill." However, the people backing the bill called it a stopgap to help families suffering make it out of dangerous situations safely. "Let them calm down, get the help that they need," John Abel of the Las Vegas Police Protective Association said. "And then be able to get their firearm back." Those behind SB 347 made several amendments before its assembly hearing. The most significant, the firearm must be on the person in question, or in their immediate vicinity, for police to confiscate it. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- A North Las Vegas man is accused of opening fire on his former co-workers over a week after he was fired for attacking them at a job site, according to an arrest report. John Garcia, 46, faces several charges, including five counts of assault with a deadly weapon, five counts of attempted murder with a deadly weapon, and two counts of possession of a gun by a prohibited person, records showed. On April 23, around 9:25 a.m., police responded to the scene near Mountain's Edge and Durango after Garcia's coworkers filed a report against him. When officers arrived, they spoke with the construction site foreman, who said he was working when he saw one of his employees, Garcia, with a bloody lip, police said. Garcia then said "[Expletive] you! I am going to catch you and your family on the street," the report said. The coworker then said "Let's handle it now," and Garcia walked away and the co-worker went back to work, the report said. In the middle of the intersection, a group of employees were talking about another employee who had just bought a firearm. Garcia then asked if the employee really knew how to handle a gun, to which the employee said yes, and Garcia responded, "We are about to find out," according to the arrest report. Garcia and the employee began to exchange words, and at some point, Garcia punched his co-worker, resulting in the co-worker hitting him back. The other employees broke up the fight and Garcia walked to his truck, got in, and began to drive toward the group of employees. Garcia stopped short of the curb, got out, pulled out a knife and lunged toward his coworkers, the report said. All four of his co-workers were able to stay away from him, and Garcia ultimately gave up and drove away, police said. Due to that incident, Garcia was fired, and the job site was shut down for the day. After that incident, Garcia went to another job site near Elkhorn and Bradley, where he made threats to his co-workers and their families before performing a tire burnout in the intersection, according to police. Garcia was then involved in a hit-and-run crash where he left the scene without checking on the other vehicle, police said. Garcia's co-workers said they were aware of his violent past with Las Vegas paving and other incidents, according to the report. Over a week later on May 2, surveillance footage showed a dark-colored pickup truck drive up to the construction zone, followed by loud gunshots. The employees in the video scattered and one employee used a handgun to fire back at the truck, police said. Police later arrested Garcia in his black pickup truck and discovered that he had a gunshot wound to the shoulder. Police said it appeared that Garcia spilled beer on his clothing and found a can of Budweiser in his truck. Police also found an AR-15 inside the truck, according to the report. Garcia told police that his actions were because his family was "hurting/struggling" and that his shortcomings were because of gambling and living a bad life, while his work hours were continuously being cut. He also told police that his co-workers were "yapping all the time" and giving him a hard time, the report said. Garcia said he was glad the incident wasn't more serious, but he didn't know what else to do, stating "I messed up," police said. According to the arrest report, Garcia's wife told police that he was upset about losing his job and rationalized his anger due to being teased on the job site for the complexion of his skin and his inability to speak Spanish. Garcia is a two-time convicted felon out of Nevada with convictions from 1995 and 2023 for burglary and attempting to own a firearm by a prohibited person. Garcia was taken to the Clark County Detention Center and he is scheduled to appear in court on May 20, records showed. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS ( KLAS) -- A condo complex from the golden age of Las Vegas is finally under demolition after a history of constant fires. For years, buildings at Paradise Spa, located near Silverado Ranch Boulevard and I-15, were reduced to rubble due to fires plaguing the complex. Now, they're falling apart on purpose. Homebuilder Taylor Morrison is under contract to buy the property and turn it into housing, with a planned closing date of September 5. The first phase of demolition is underway, tearing down the heavily burned properties. HOA president Dennis Snapp has overseen Paradise Spa throughout the countless fires. “This is an end of an era, or an era of the end,” He said. Snapp is experiencing mixed emotions. “It put a smile on my face, and it made me cry,” he said. “I knew people that lived there, and a lot of them are no longer with us, and now the building they lived in is no longer with us.” Thomas Reese lived and worked at the Paradise Spa in 1969, when he said it was the place to be. “It was really nice. One of the, I'd say, the nicest place in town,” he said. Snapp and Reese said the stars of old Vegas were a common sight at Paradise Spa, but it's no longer what it used to be. “When I came here, like I said, it was the most beautiful place in Vegas,” Reese said. “Now, when I look at it, it's very disappointing.” As for the people who live there today, they will have to move by the end of August. The move poses a challenge with the difference in rent. Snapp said some residents pay as low as $300 per month. One neighbor, named Zach, said it is tough. “They might not be able to find something as affordable as this place, and just with the rents going up, in Vegas, you know, I think something needs to change,” he said. Seventy-two units of Paradise Spa are currently occupied. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- A judge sentenced a couple to probation Wednesday on animal abuse charges connected to 16 dogs. Police arrested Carolyn Luke, 78; and Timothy Miller, 80, last year following a multi-jurisdictional animal abuse investigation. Boulder City officers first located several live and deceased animals in the couple’s car. Metro police later located more live and deceased animals at a west valley home and hotel room, documents said. A judge previously sentenced the couple to a suspended jail sentence on charges connected to their arrest. On Wednesday, Clark County District Court Judge Jasmin Lilly-Spells sentenced Luke and Miller to another suspended jail sentence, ordering them to 18 months of probation, a court spokesperson confirmed. The sentence was part of a settlement conference, and prosecutors did not oppose it, records said. Should either violate the terms of their probation, a judge could send them to prison for up to four years. Lilly-Spells also ordered Luke and Miller to pay $13,800 to the City of Las Vegas Animal Protection Services, the spokesperson said. She also barred the couple from possessing or owning any animals. In their previous case, the court expected the couple to take counseling sessions. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - A motorcyclist is dead following a crash in the North Las Vegas valley. It happened on Wednesday around 2:30 p.m. near Losee Road and Centennial Parkway. The crash involved the motorcyclist and another vehicle. The motorcyclist was traveling southbound on Losee Road, and a Dodge Caravan was traveling northbound in the left turn lane on Losee Road. The Caravan then took a left turn directly in front of the motorcyclist, causing him to strike the passenger side of the Caravan, the rider was then ejected from the motorcycle, according to North Las Vegas Police. When officers arrived, they found an adult male motorcyclist unconscious, and the driver of a Dodge Caravan remained at the scene, police said. The driver of the caravan could face charges of vehicular manslaughter and failure to yield while making a left turn, police told 8 News Now. Speed and impairment did not appear to be factors in the crash, police said. Anyone who may have information about the collision is urged to contact the North Las Vegas Police Department by phone at 702-633-9111. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers of Nevada by phone at 702-385-5555. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS ( KLAS) — Money for education is a hot topic again in Carson City as lawmakers made a $126.9 million withdrawal from schools' rainy day fund to help plug a gap created by a decrease in tourism. Additional steps might be necessary after the state per-pupil spending levels are finalized in a budget session scheduled for Thursday. Schools must address a $160 million gap between spending requests and tax revenue. Projected tax revenue has declined since budgets were drawn up at the start of the legislative session in early February. Gov. Joe Lombardo has recommended per-pupil spending of $9,416 in the 2026 fiscal year (July 1-June 30) and $9,486 in 2027. Critics point out that $9,416 is merely $2 more than spending this year. Some are suggesting the state go deeper into the rainy day fund for schools, which is projected to have $746.1 million remaining in July. A final per-pupil funding figure is expected to be delivered by legislative staff on Thursday, taking into account decisions made in today's budget closing session of the Joint Subcommittee on K-12/Higher Education/CIP. Nevada made education funding a priority in the legislative session, but building on that will be difficult in today's economy. Lawmakers voted to continue raises put into place by the 2023 Legislature, but not without some finger-pointing. Republicans on the committee voted against continuing $250 million in spending to fund raises for teachers in the state's public school districts — but didn't have anything for charter school teachers yet. "Charter schools are public schools," Republican State Sen. Carrie Buck said. "These teachers are public teachers. They deserve raises also, so I will be voting no today." Democratic Assembly Speaker Steve Yeager reminded Republicans of discussions from the 2023 session and the commitments made then to teachers. He called a "no" vote "utterly irresponsible," but five Republicans stood their ground. They didn't have enough votes to stop the existing raises. Democratic Senate Majority Leader Nicole Cannizzaro held out hope for charter school teachers. "While I recognize that today is not the day that we'll be talking about charter school raises, I do think that that conversation should continue for the remainder of this session so that we can come to a good resolution on that," Cannizzaro said. Lawmakers have been watching as more families leave public school districts to put their kids in charter schools. Lombardo based his budget on no enrollment growth, and during Thursday's hearing, lawmakers were told that student populations have increased in only three counties: Mineral, Nye and Pershing. But as a whole, charter school enrollment is on the rise. Transportation funding for charter schools — about $17 million over two years — was a sticking point in 2023. Today, the committee removed that funding from the per-pupil funding account, instead deciding the money should go to the Charter School Authority through a one-time appropriation from the state general fund. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- A woman called her pastor before turning herself in to police for a deadly hit-and-run crash, police said in documents 8 News Now obtained Wednesday. Roxxanne Barela, 19, of Hemet, California, faces a charge of duty to stop at the scene of an accident involving death, records said. The fatal hit-and-run crash on Flamingo Road near Palos Verdes Street happened Monday, May 5, around 3:20 a.m., police said. Video from a passing Tesla, which recorded the incident, showed a pedestrian entering into the path of another car, which then struck her, documents said. Investigators also found the front of the car’s license plate at the collision scene, they said. Through license-plate-reading technology, officers located the car at a nearby apartment complex. Around 1 p.m., nearly eight hours after the crash, Barela turned herself in at a Metro police substation, officers said. Speaking about the victim, Barela told police “all she could see was her face and black clothing” before striking her, documents said. “She left the collision scene because she was scared and drove to her friend’s apartment,” police said. “She did not tell anyone what happened until later in the day when she called her pastor to ask her for a ride to the police station to turn herself in.” It was not clear from court documents if Barela told her pastor the circumstances about why she needed to go to police. Barela was due to appear in court on Thursday. A judge previously set bail at $150,000. Barela remained in custody on Wednesday. The victim's identity was not available on Wednesday. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- The first week of May in Las Vegas has turned into the wettest May ever with 1.44" of rain officially. HEADLINES:
Early morning clouds brought light sprinkles to parts of the east valley before sunrise, but those clouds gradually shifted east and south as the last remnants of a slow-moving, wet weather system exited southern Nevada. Over the weekend, the valley saw generous rainfall totals ranging from one to two inches in several neighborhoods. By Wednesday, drier air will settle in, allowing temperatures to rebound quickly, just in time for a warm-up heading into Mother's Day weekend. A ridge of high pressure will build through the weekend, pushing temperatures into the upper 90s by Saturday and Sunday. There is also a 20 to 40 percent chance the valley will see the first 100-degree day of the year on one of those days. Expect gusty southwest winds on Mother’s Day as a new Pacific system approaches, shifting the ridge eastward. Those strong winds will stick around into Monday, bringing slightly cooler temperatures. The cooldown continues into Tuesday, with highs dipping into the 80s and potentially the upper 70s by Wednesday.
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LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- A woman who told police she stabbed and punched a man because he was making sexual advances toward her is now facing a robbery charge for allegedly stealing the man's van. Las Vegas Metropolitan police became suspicious about the story Maritza Gonzalez, 32, told them because some evidence told a different story. Police also later learned the victim lied, according to the arrest report. Las Vegas Metropolitan police received a call shortly after 9:30 p.m. on Monday, April 21, from a woman who said her father was carjacked and severely injured. The victim told police that he believed he was followed by a car after he left a store where he was playing slot machines. He said the car pulled in front of him, and a woman jumped out, forcing him to stop his van. The report states he told police the woman opened the driver's door and began stabbing him in an attempt to get his keys. The victim said a man also joined in the beating attack, and once the two got his keys, they fled in the van. The victim's daughter used GPS to track the location of a cellphone in the missing van, and officers did locate it on a neighborhood street near E. Lake Mead and N. Lamb boulevards near where Gonzalez lives. When officers viewed video surveillance footage from the store, it showed the victim standing behind the woman, later identified as Gonzalez, and he appeared to be giving her a hug from behind and giving her some money. The video also showed them leaving the store minutes apart. After Gonzalez was identified and arrested, she told police the victim offered her a ride home. She said the victim was intoxicated and flirting with her, causing her to fear for her safety, especially when he stopped the van for 20 minutes. Gonzalez said the two got into a fight that resulted in the man getting stabbed and exiting the van. Gonzalez said she drove it to near her home. After investigating the GPS tracking, it showed the van never stopped for 20 minutes. It was driven from the store to where it was later located, police said. That caused police to become suspicious of Gonzalez's story, along with the fact that she had previous arrests for similar crimes. When the victim was questioned again, he admitted he lied to police by telling them a man helped Gonzalez beat him up, but no such man existed. The report said the victim was "covered in blood" and had a significant cut on his right forearm and received emergency treatment at a local hospital. Gonzalez, who is facing a robbery charge, remains in custody and is scheduled to appear in court for a preliminary hearing on May 20, according to records. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- A Las Vegas woman will spend the rest of her life in prison after torturing and killing a 4-year-old boy with autism. In court Wednesday, Clark County District Court Judge Michelle Leavitt sentenced Crystal Stephens, 48, to life in prison without the possibility of parole. In February, Stephens took a plea deal on charges of first-degree murder, first-degree kidnapping resulting in substantial bodily harm, and child abuse. As part of the deal, she would no longer face the death penalty. "This might be the worst child homicide I've ever had," prosecutor Chris Hamner said Wednesday. Stephens killed Brandon Steckler Jr. in 2018. Brandon, who loved ones called "Tuku," had numerous bruises and burns to his body, and 27 rib fractures at the time of his death, according to Clark County prosecutors. The child also suffered from malnutrition, sepsis, pneumonia, and had methamphetamine in his system.  "I hope she feels in every moment the consequences of what she's done because we feel them in every heartbeat," Brandon's grandmother, Synthia Mosley, told the court. "The hole his absence has left behind is as immeasurable as the love he gave so freely." Brandon's father, Brandon Steckler Sr., said his son embodied pure happiness. "He brought more than joy in this world; he was joy," he said. "I assure you, I take full responsibility for the loss of someone so precious to you," Stephens told Brandon's family in court. "I dedicate my life to your family and making that my priority." Brandon's mother lived at a shelter and had asked Stephens to care for her son. Three weeks later, Stephens killed Brandon. "I'm terribly sorry for my horrific actions," Stephens said, crying as Leavitt sentenced her. Investigators found drug residue and paraphernalia in the Stephens home after her arrest, documents said. Stephens called police, telling them Brandon had drowned. The 8 News Now Investigators previously learned there were warning signs about both Brandon’s well-being and Stephens'. According to a state child welfare report, Child Protective Services was contacted five times about Steckler and/or his family. The report stated CPS investigated once and found the allegations to be unsubstantiated. Stephens has remained in custody at the Clark County Detention Center since her arrest in 2018. While Nevada has the death penalty, the state has not put a person to death since 2006. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS ( KLAS) — A Las Vegas Aces star is among the first WNBA players to be immortalized in vinyl as a Pop! figure, Funko announced Wednesday. A'ja Wilson, center for the Las Vegas Aces, will be one of the first four women whose likeness will be converted into the popular brand of collectible figure, the company announced Wednesday. While images of Wilson's figure have yet to be released, other players to receive the Funko Pop! treatment include Angel Reese of the Chicago Sky, Brianna Stewart of the New York Liberty, and Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever. The vinyl collectibles became popular in the early 2010s when the company started producing the four-inch figures based on various popular franchises and brands, including Marvel, Star Wars, Harry Potter, and many others.  "The recent rapid rise of the WNBA, the power of its players as engaging brand ambassadors, and its passionate fanbase are a testament to the power of sports culture," said Cynthia Williams, CEO of Funko. Wilson was part of the Aces' back-to-back championship teams in 2022 and 2023. During the 2023 campaign, the 6'4" center earned most valuable player honors for the WNBA finals. She captured the most rebounds of any other player in that series, scoring the most points in games two and four en route to a 3-1 series victory over the New York Liberty and WNBA championship. The Aces' regular season kicks off on May 17 against the Liberty in New York. Their home opener is set for Michelob ULTRA Arena on May 23 versus Washington. Pop! figures for Wilson, and the other WNBA players are available for pre-sale on May 14. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Heartbroken friends and fellow students came together Wednesday morning to honor Arbor View High School student McKenzie Scott, who was hit and killed by a suspected DUI driver last week. The group turned out in flannel shirts, which was what Scott liked to wear, and they gathered near the school and demanded a safer crosswalk.
Student organizers Krista Halloway and Nicole Davis shared their frustration. They said the crosswalk where Scott lost her life is dangerous and needs flashing lights, crossing guards, and a fresh coat of paint. "Drivers blow through this area all the time, and kids are at risk every day," Halloway said. Parent Ashley Brewer attended the event. Her son, Colin, another Arbor View student, was hit by a car in the same crosswalk two weeks earlier. He is still recovering. "It was pretty shocking when we heard about McKenzie," Brewer said. "It definitely hits close to home. We wanted to come out and support and do anything we can to help support the kids and get them to school safely." Classmates described McKenzie as a bright light on campus, always smiling and kind. Her loss has left a void at the school. Although she may be gone, she is not forgotten. "I think that we are trying our hardest to make her story known, and I think this is a great way to start it," a fellow student said. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- A man faces several charges, including two counts of DUI resulting in death, following a double-fatal crash on Interstate 15 outside Las Vegas that killed two children, the 8 News Now Investigators have learned. Nevada State Police took Steven Woods, 40, into custody Monday, records said. Woods also faces charges of reckless driving resulting in death, speeding, and failing to wear a seat belt. The crash happened on the freeway around 3:30 p.m. Sunday near Bunkerville, police said. Multiple cars were involved. Paramedics took five people to the hospital with injuries, police said at the time of the crash. Other details, including the identities of the children, remained unknown as of Tuesday. The Clark County coroner's office had no update Tuesday. A justice court judge set Woods' bail Tuesday at $350,000, records said. The judge ordered him to wear a drug patch and avoid driving should he post bond. Woods was due to appear in court again on Wednesday to enter a plea to his 16 charges. Speaking after a court hearing Tuesday involving a second DUI-with-death case, Clark County District Attorney Steve Wolfson once again stressed the need for higher penalties across Nevada. “What we’re doing so far isn’t working," Wolfson said. "We’re having too many of these cases almost every single day here in Las Vegas.” 8 News Now Investigator David Charns can be reached at dcharns@8newsnow.com. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - A pedestrian is dead after they were hit while walking on a sidewalk in the southwest Las Vegas valley, according to police. It happened on Tuesday shortly after 4:30 p.m. along Warm Springs Road near Jones Boulevard. Las Vegas Metro police told 8 News Now the pedestrian was walking on a sidewalk when they were hit by a vehicle that left the roadway. The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash. The investigation is ongoing, and driver impairment is suspected, according to police. Warm Springs Road was closed in both directions between Jones Boulevard and Torrey Pines Drive. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Canadian tourists flew into Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas on Tuesday ahead of the Stanley Cup playoffs between the Edmonton Oilers and the Vegas Golden Knights. Canada is typically the No. 1 country for international visitors in Las Vegas. However, recently, tourism officials have reported seeing fewer Canadian tourists due to the trade war between the U.S. and Canada. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney met with President Donald Trump in the Oval Office on Tuesday to discuss the ongoing trade war between the two countries. “I look forward to addressing some of those issues that we have but also finding those areas of mutual cooperation,” Carney told reporters, saying the countries are stronger when they work together. Many tourists at Harry Reid airport Tuesday agreed with the prime minister on the message of unity, including the parents of Golden Knight Reilly Smith.  “We believe they'll work it out, and it will be better for everyone,” said Reilly Smith’s father, Lester Smith, told 8 News Now. “We know that they’re our closest neighbor, and we want the collaborative relationship we've always had,” explained Smith’s mother, Deirdre Smith. “We know with our new prime minister, we'll have that again.” The couple said they fly into Las Vegas every couple of weeks to see their son and grandchildren. Smith is one of the original misfits of the Golden Knights. While a majority of the Canadian tourists who spoke with 8 News Now agreed with the Smiths, there were a handful who did not. Three tourists, who did not want to be on camera, told 8 News Now they do not want to buy American products anymore, amid the tensions between the countries. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS ( KLAS) — Avid e-bike riders expressed their concerns Tuesday before Clark County officials voted on an ordinance banning the vehicles in the County's resort corridor and introducing new rules for riders in the area. The Clark County Commission voted unanimously Tuesday to prohibit electric bicycles and scooters from the Las Vegas Strip. While the ordinance allows those vehicles on county roadways, sidewalks, and trails, it imposes a 15-mile-per-hour speed limit for vehicles within County parks. Henderson passed a similar ordinance last week, while North Las Vegas and Las Vegas are considering similar ordinances for their own areas. A bell or horn will now be required, as will front white lights and rear red reflectors for nighttime use. The vehicles now require functional brakes, which should be capable of skidding wheels on dry pavement.  Electric motorcycles are now banned in County parks, and helmets are required for riders under 18. Parents and guardians would be liable for the minors' fines, while reckless behaviour, such as stunts, wheelies, and unsafe speeds, could draw penalties up to $600. "We're obviously going to be doing a lot of education before we start enforcement on any of these new rules so that people well understand what the guidelines are within our parks and our trails," said Justin Jones, commissioner for Clark County's District F. Avid e-bike riders say they are concerned about a potential ban on the devices they rely on for transportation. Craig Davis, an avid e-bike rider, said he sold his car five years ago. He calls the vehicles an efficient form of transportation. "It's a joy to be outside," Davis said. “We want to encourage active transportation. We want to encourage shifting from vehicles to bicycles,” said Davis. Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department data from the end of March indicates that six people have died from collisions involving bicycles and electric scooters in 2025. That number has increased from two at the same time in 2024. The new ordinance is set to take effect on May 21. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS ( KLAS) — A report on rental prices in the Las Vegas valley shows prices climbing fastest where they are already the highest. Rents in Paradise, which includes the Las Vegas Strip and extends south to Silverado Ranch, jumped by more than 26%, according to a monthly report produced by Zumper. The report looks at median rent prices across the market, including apartments and rental homes. Median rental prices were listed for Las Vegas, Henderson and North Las Vegas, along with the townships of Paradise, Spring Valley and Winchester:  The median rent for a one-bedroom in Paradise soared to $2,000, an increase of 26%. And while rentals were the lowest in North Las Vegas ($1,060), they were up 17.8%, the second-highest increase in the valley. The median price is the one in the middle — half are higher and half are lower. In between the highest and lowest were Henderson ($1,530), Spring Valley ($1,350), Winchester ($1,290) and Las Vegas ($1,230). The median price across the state was $1,300, according to Zumper. Spring Valley saw the biggest drop in rental prices — down 4.9%. The Zumper National Rent Index decreased to $1,517, showing a 0.5% monthly decline in median one-bedroom rent prices in April. Two-bedroom rentals dropped 0.2% to $1,901. Zumper noted it was the third consecutive month of flat or declining prices. Zumper calculates its median rent prices using their own listings, third-party Multiple Listings Service (MLS) listings and prices for new construction housing. The prices exclude occupied or otherwise unavailable rentals. Zumper's website allows prospective renters to select the area they are interested in, the size of the rental, whether it's an apartment or a house, and even whether pets are allowed. Renters can also filter by price. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Police are searching for a missing man they say was stuck in a wash in Henderson Tuesday, according to officials. Around 2:20 p.m., Henderson police and fire departments responded to the wash area near Aloha Drive and Pueblo Avenue near Burkholder Boulevard and North Major Avenue for a swift water rescue for one person.  Officers and fire crews saw an adult man in the water however, he was quickly immersed back underwater. All attempts to locate the man were unsuccessful, officials said. The swift water rescue is being treated as a missing person. Police were unable to identify the man at this time, according to officials. In an update on Thursday, police said search teams used bikes and UTVs to access "difficult" terrain, including trails and wash areas. K9 units searched grounds while drones and helicopters provided aerial support. Despite efforts and more than 100 hours dedicated to the search, as of Thursday at 1 p.m., police were unable to locate the missing man, and the case remained open. Police said they identified several areas that currently cannot be searched safely. Those locations are being monitored and will be reassessed as conditions improve. Anyone with relevant information is urged to contact the Henderson Police Department. This is an ongoing story, stay with 8 News Now for updates. Медиа: | ↑ |
HENDERSON, Nev. (KLAS) -- The city of Henderson settled Tuesday with the family of a teenager killed when a speeding driver hit a well-known bump in the road and lost control of his car. Rex Patchett, 13, died when Jose Marmolejo, then 21 years old, struck him on March 7, 2022, on Paradise Hills Drive. In an investigation first aired in November 2023, the 8 News Now Investigators found in the years before Rex’s death, several cars had hit the same obstacle in the road, landing where Rex would later fight for his life. “The bump,” sometimes referred to in the neighborhood as “Mannion’s Bump” or “Mannion’s Hump,” was an unplanned ridge in the road that became a favorite for racers. Its allowed drivers to go airborne. Marmolejo was driving more than 90 miles per hour, police said after his arrest. Documents the 8 News Now Investigators reviewed showed the city was aware of the bump through prior crash reports. The city later fixed “the bump” after Rex’s death. Complaints to the city about the road and the bump include one from a neighbor who wrote to the city about “a serious chronic problem,” calling Paradise Hills Drive “a drag strip.” However, two days after Rex’s death and after years of violent crashes involving the bump, a Henderson employee sent an email saying traffic engineers were “not aware of [the bump’s] existence.” The agreement, which the Henderson City Council approved of Tuesday, pays the Patchett family $225,000 to settle its lawsuit against them. “This settlement represents a full and final resolution of all claims against the city,” an agenda summary page said. “The city does not admit any liability or wrongdoing. Each party will bear its own attorney’s fees and costs of litigation.”  The settlement agreement was part of the council's consent agenda and there was no discussion about it. The Patchett family declined to comment. The lawsuit initially involved the city, Marmolejo and the Clark County School District. A judge later dismissed the claim against the school district. The lawsuit had claimed both the city and the district knew about the bump and failed to fix it. A judge sentenced Marmolejo to 2-6 years in prison. The Nevada Parole Board granted him parole last October. In 2023, Republican Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo signed Rex’s Law, increasing prison time to a maximum of 10 years for similar cases of reckless driving in school zones. City leadership declined to comment. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS ( KLAS) — Wynn Resorts is delaying its remodeling project at the Encore tower on the Las Vegas Strip because of uncertainty about the impact of tariffs. Craig Billings, chief executive officer of Wynn Resorts, Ltd., told investors during its first-quarter earnings call that the renovations — estimated to cost in the upper-$200 million range — would wait until things settle. Wynn is delaying a total of $375 million in capital expenditure projects in Las Vegas "The current tariff rates have driven us to delay about $375 million of cap-ex projects, including the Encore tower remodel. Once tariff rates have settled, we will thoroughly re-spec and re-source the most severely affected items," Billings said.  Operating revenues in Las Vegas were down in the first quarter, dropping $11.3 million compared to the first quarter of 2024. Las Vegas produced $625.3 million in operating revenue. That's just over a third of Wynn Resorts' revenue worldwide, which includes Wynn Macau and Wynn Palace, along with Encore Boston Harbor. Overall, company revenues hit $1.7 billion in the first quarter, down $162.5 million compared to the first quarter of 2024. A note in Wynn's presentation said, "We are currently reassessing the timing, scope and sourcing of certain planned enhancements at Wynn Las Vegas." Billings said the impact was affecting furniture, fixtures and equipment that are part of renovations. Wynn had listed the projects during its end-of-year earnings call in February. In addition to the Encore tower, they include the Zero Bond club, Golf Course Club House & Grill and an expansion of the high-limit table games area. Julie Cameron Doe, chief financial officer, said the renovations are not being eliminated, but rescheduling them in this economic environment won't be easy. And Billings elaborated: "Figuring out the revised timing is not trivial because when we re-spec pieces, particularly furniture and fixtures, it's not like we're flipping through a catalog." "This is a process that takes a lot of time. So, to the extent that we re-spec a single piece of furniture, we're delayed by x number of months. There's just nothing we can do about that." Another economic factor, international travel, would seem to be a potential problem for Wynn, which attracts some of the richest clientele in Las Vegas. Billings said that since the COVID-19 pandemic, about 9% of the market is from international tourism. But as that has declined under current economic conditions, Wynn has had no problem finding other customers to take their place, he said. The affluent customer base has somewhat insulated Wynn Resorts in recent months. "We can't be naive. There's uncertainty out there," Billings said. "Things look fine as of now," he said. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS ( KLAS) — The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a flash flood warning for central Clark County on Tuesday afternoon, warning commuters to turn around when encountering flooded roads. Just after 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, the NWS issued a flash flood warning for central Clark County. The warning, which was set to expire before 6 p.m., cited thunderstorms that were producing heavy rain across the area. "Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly," the NWS warning said, adding that locations that could experience flash flooding include Henderson, Boulder City, Hoover Dam, Temple Bar Campground, Willow Beach, and Temple Bar. Another flash flood warning was issued to Overton, Moapa Valley, Logandale and Valley of Fire that was set to last until 8:30 p.m. Tuesday day. The impacted areas could experience heavy rainfall, flash flooding and 40+ mph winds, according to NWS las Vegas. Around 6 p.m., southbound U.S. 95 at SR163 Laughlin Highway was closed due to flooding, according to RTC Southern Nevada. 8 News Now users posted many images of the storm on Facebook as it entered the Las Vegas valley. NWS officials advise commuters to "turn around, don't drown" when encountering flooded roads, adding that most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Clark County commissioners approved a possible settlement Tuesday with four women who are suing the county, claiming ex-politician and convicted murderer Robert Telles created a hostile work environment. Telles, 48, the former Clark County public administrator, killed Las Vegas Review-Journal investigative reporter Jeff German, 69, in 2022 after German wrote unflattering stories about Telles and the office he ran. The Clark County Public Administrator’s Office administers the estates of the deceased while a search is conducted to find a family member or executor. A jury found Telles guilty last summer. The panel, along with a judge, sentenced him to a minimum of 28 years in prison. Evidence at trial included the fact that police found Telles’ DNA under German’s fingernails. Four employees of the public administrator’s office filed the federal complaint last year, claiming Telles created a hostile work environment before his arrest and later removal from his elected position. The four women said Telles discriminated, harassed, and retaliated against them after they reported his behavior to the county, the lawsuit said. When Telles became aware of formal complaints about him, he allegedly retaliated against the employees involved. On Tuesday, commissioners unanimously approved a settlement, totaling $100,000 to be split among the four women. “Should the plaintiffs accept the offers of judgment, Clark County will be dismissed from the action in full satisfaction of all claims and damages in accordance with the terms of the offer of judgment,” a staff report to the commissioners said. “Alternatively, a rejection of an offer of judgment by the plaintiffs will leave Clark County better situated to defend its interests and minimize liability and exposure through discovery and trial.” The approval came on the commission’s consent agenda, and there was no discussion or debate. It was not immediately clear if the women would accept the settlement offer. A trial in the civil lawsuit was not scheduled as of Tuesday. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Las Vegas set a daily precipitation record for May 5 of .57 inches, making it the fifth wettest day in May ever observed in Las Vegas. This brings the monthly total to .83 inches, making it the fourth wettest May on record so far.
With heavy saturated air, the Las Vegas valley was filled with eerie fog, and low clouds hugging the Las Vegas Strip on Tuesday morning. Monday's record rainfall gave the dry start to the year a much-needed boost and a new daily rainfall record.  There is a chance of more rain and thunderstorms on Tuesday, as this system slowly churns and spins its way east by later tonight. Highs should rebound from yesterday's cooler 60s to at least the mid-70s in the afternoon. The sunshine will be the trigger to spark isolated storms today, with all of this moisture still around. Storms could bring flashes of lightning and gusty outflow winds that could keep firing into tonight. This area of low pressure will lumber along in an easterly direction into Wednesday morning and allow for temperatures to rebuild warmth as high pressure sets up again over the desert. A strong ridge means the temps will spike again into the 90s for Mother's Day weekend, reaching the highest of the year. Some neighborhoods will be very close to 100 degrees. But gusty winds up to 35 mph arrive for Mother's Day with a system that will again lower temperatures back to normal 80s by Monday and Tuesday.
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LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Following the arrest of a suspected DUI driver accused of killing a high school senior, Clark County District Attorney Steve Wolfson once again stressed the need for higher penalties across Nevada. “I want her life to have meaning,” Wolfson said following 37-year-old Keenan Jackson’s initial appearance Tuesday on charges connected to the death of 18-year-old McKenzie Scott. Police believe Jackson was driving three times above the legal blood-alcohol limit when he struck Scott, killing her, outside of Arbor View High School on Friday, May 2. Scott's family held up her photo in court as a judge kept Jackson's bail at $500,000. “The possible penalty in these kinds of cases is insufficient,” Wolfson said. “What we’re doing so far isn’t working. We’re having too many of these cases almost every single day here in Las Vegas.” Nevada’s DUI-with-death law carries a potential prison sentence of 2-20 years. However, a bipartisan 1995 law requires a judge to sentence a person to a minimum and maximum sentence, meaning in cases of DUI with death, the maximum amount of time a defendant will spend in prison without a parole hearing is eight years. Nevada prosecutors, including Wolfson’s office, have tried to charge DUI drivers, who kill a person and who speed and who drive with no care for another person’s life, with murder, but the Nevada Supreme Court has ruled the DUI with death law is more appropriate. As the 8 News Now Investigators first reported in March, Republican Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo wants to amend the law to charge DUI drivers who kill with second-degree murder. The proposal is part of the governor’s crime bill, Senate Bill 457, which he introduced in early April. Nevada’s second-degree murder law carries a minimum sentence of 10 years in prison. Another proposal from Republican State Sen. Jeff Stone and several of his colleagues would amend the state’s vehicular homicide law to kick in after a person’s first DUI conviction, should they then drive impaired and kill someone. As it stands now, it’s three strikes and you’re out. An amendment to that proposal would align its possible sentence to 2-20 years.  “I want to praise our governor for supporting this action and our legislators, and hopefully we’ll see an increase in penalties for these kinds of cases,” Wolfson said, suggesting neighbors contact their lawmakers to demand change. Opponents have argued that imprisoning a person for years on the taxpayers’ dime is not effective. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Some local police and firefighters are honing their tackling skills for a good cause. They will face off at the annual George Maloof Police vs. Fire Charity Football Game. The event kicks off on Saturday, May 10, at Bishop Gorman High School. This long-standing tradition, which began in 1975, brings together Las Vegas police officers and firefighters, not just for some friendly competition, but to rally community support and raise funds. Representing their teams, Dan Coyne with the Las Vegas Police Protective Association and Bill Gardner with the Professional Fire Fighters of Nevada explained that proceeds benefit the Law Enforcement Assistance Fund (LEAF) and the Professional Fire Fighters of Nevada (PFFN). These two organizations provide vital support for the families of fallen first responders across Nevada. The game is free for the public and promises a fun-filled evening for all ages. Families can enjoy bounce houses, face painting, and complimentary food. For fans looking to elevate their experience, VIP tickets are available, complete with access to an open bar and premium food options. Team players from each side shared why they believe they’ll take home bragging rights this year. The passion and intensity from both sides make this matchup tough to call. For more information on how you can join in on the action and support the cause, click here. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- A California woman is facing hit-and-run charges after turning herself in following a deadly crash, police said. Roxxanne Barela, 19, is accused of hitting and killing a 34-year-old woman who was running across Flamingo Road near Palos Verdes Street, east of Paradise Road, in the early morning hours of Monday. Las Vegas Metropolitan police said Barela, who was driving a Dodge Challenger, was traveling east in the middle lane of Flamingo and moved to the far right lane to pass a car in front of her and hit the woman. Barela then swerved to the left with the woman's body on the front of her car before the woman fell off and was dragged underneath the Dodge before coming to rest in a traffic lane. The woman was pronounced dead at the scene. Her identity will be released by the Clark County Coroner's office. Police said they did locate the car after the crash, but not the driver. Barela turned herself in later. Barela is facing a felony hit-and-run charge and remains in custody Tuesday at the Clark County Detention Center on a $150,000 bail, according to court records. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- A man is facing multiple felony charges after a deadly rollover crash near Laughlin left one Las Vegas woman dead and several others, including children, seriously injured. The crash happened around 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 27, along State Route 163 near mile marker 8 in Clark County, according to the Nevada State Police. Thomas Bernoudy, 34, was behind the wheel of a 2005 Dodge Durango when he veered off the road into the center median. He tried to regain control, but the SUV rolled over and threw out the unrestrained passengers, NSP said. Police said 10 people were inside the Durango at the time of the crash, including several children. The front-seat passenger, identified as 31-year-old Tierra Haywood of Las Vegas, was pronounced dead at the scene. The other occupants, including Bernoudy, were taken to nearby hospitals by ground and air ambulance.  Police observed signs of impairment and collected a toxicology sample from Bernoudy. According to NSP, the results later confirmed the presence of Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and two marijuana metabolites — THC-Carboxylic Acid and 11-Hydroxy THC — in his system. According to Clark County Detention Center records, Bernoudy was arrested and faces 14 charges, including DUI resulting in death and substantial bodily harm, reckless driving, and child abuse He is being held on $100,000 bail. His next court appearance is set for May 22. Медиа: | ↑ |
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- The driver accused of killing a Las Vegas high school senior appeared in court Tuesday morning, visibly upset and crying. Keenan Jackson, 37, was arraigned on felony charges for DUI and reckless driving resulting in death. Jackson was more than three times the legal limit, according to a preliminary test taken after the fatal crash.  Jackson, who is being held in the Clark County Detention Center on a $500,000 bail, was assigned public defender Marsella Saldanha to represent him. He is accused of driving impaired and hitting and killing McKenzie Scott on Friday, May 2, as she was crossing Buffalo Drive in a school zone at Arbor View High School, according to Las Vegas Metropolitan police.
McKenzie was due to graduate at the end of the month. Her family held up a photo of her during the arraignment. "That mother, that grandmother, and grandfather, I'm so proud of them," Steve Wolfson said. "They're brave and courageous. They want to see justice. My job is to get justice for them." Wolfson added that there is currently legislation in Carson City to increase penalties on DUI crashes. "The possible penalty in these kinds of cases is insufficient. What we're doing isn't working." Currently, the sentence for a DUI causing death conviction is a minimum of two years and a maximum of 20 years. A preliminary hearing was set for Jackson for May 27 at 9:30 a.m. Медиа: | ↑ |
