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Radicalized online: How digital rabbit holes lead to violent extremism

April 25, 2024

By Shannon Miller

Extremism has found a home online 10 years after the Bundy standoff in Nevada.
Honoring local excellence with the 2024 Cannabis Awards

April 18, 2024

By Las Vegas Weekly Staff

The business and culture of cannabis is growing and diversifying quickly, and our expert panel of judges is keeping the community on top of the latest trends and developments.
Your 2024 Guide to 4/20 in Las Vegas

April 15, 2024

By Las Vegas Weekly Staff

Explore the best of 4/20 with our 2024 Guide! Check out these discounts from dispensaries in Las Vegas plus a 4/20 pool party.
Women in Vegas music: 13 innovators shaping the sound of the local scene

April 11, 2024

By Gabriela Rodriguez,
Amber Sampson

Some of these talents are regarded in the community as musical veterans; others represent the next generation. Regardless, each woman highlighted here contributes something special to the scene.
Keeping the Strip safe: UNLV’s Tourist Safety Institute aims to build resilience

April 4, 2024

By Brock Radke

The College of Urban Affairs launched the first-of-its-kind Tourist Safety Institute in September, drawing upon the university’s research expertise in crime science, trauma care, crowd management and many other areas of study.
Las Vegas chef James Trees doubles down on his beloved hometown with a new Esther’s Kitchen

March 21, 2024

By Geoff Carter

Trees knew that Las Vegans were ready for the kind of dining he knew in LA—neighborhood spots with relaxed vibes and ingredients from family-run ranches and farms.
Brewer: It’s time to get off the conveyor belt of paying to play youth sports

March 14, 2024

By Ray Brewer

The cost and participation requirements have become so abusive that it’s taken an activity that long provided meaningful exercise and friendships and turned it into an unneeded burden.
Pay to play: Youth sports have become an expensive, stressful burden on families

March 14, 2024

By Ray Brewer

There’s a misconception that young athletes need to focus only on one sport or have their families excessively invest in specialized training to succeed.
Expanding and sustaining the culture of philanthropy in Las Vegas

March 7, 2024

By Brock Radke

Nevada’s nonprofit sector is undersized, underfunded and understaffed, according to a report by Nevada Grant Lab report, and the amount of federal funding the state is missing out on is undermining the community’s ability to serve its residents.
Solar solutions? Why some Nevadans are pushing back against large-scale energy projects

March 7, 2024

By Shannon Miller

While renewable energy is an important part of the climate change puzzle, residents near established and potential solar project sites have sounded an alarm on negative impacts.
Nevada still seeing influx in abortions 20 months after Roe overturned

Feb. 29, 2024

By Shannon Miller

Nevada’s average monthly abortions increased 33% after the Dobbs decision.
From drag shows and cannabis back to gambling and divorce, Las Vegas remains the place to indulge in ‘banned’ experiences

Feb. 29, 2024

By Brock Radke

“Everyone knows you can go to Sin City and do what you want to do, and never talk about it again if you don’t want to.”
Vegas Inc celebrates exemplary executives with the 2024 C-Suite Honors

Feb. 22, 2024

By VEGAS INC Staff

This year's C-Suite honorees represent nonprofits, sports, gaming, government and other industries critical to the success of the cities we call home. Each honoree displays leadership and innovation in his or her field while elevating their employees and their businesses.
Our favorite places to catch vintage Vegas vibes

Feb. 15, 2024

By Brock Radke

There’s just something about dining in a place that has seen Vegas change through the years, like eating linguine and clams at Piero’s as so many celebrities, elected officials and mobsters have done.
Classic Vegas steakhouse the Golden Steer expands while maintaining timeless charm

Feb. 15, 2024

By Gabriela Rodriguez

Let the suited and knowledgeable waitstaff guide you and trust their suggestions; after all, they’re the pros here.
Clique Hospitality to open Caspian’s lounge in the former Cleopatra’s Barge

Feb. 15, 2024

By Brock Radke

The Barge was a must-visit for those who appreciate what Las Vegas used to be.
Don’t skip the weird and wonderful Mystic Falls Park at Sam’s Town

Feb. 15, 2024

By Geoff Carter

Generations of locals have taken out-of-town friends to Mystic Falls, and families have added the show to their holiday traditions.
Feast on these local football food favorites during this or any other game

Feb. 8, 2024

By Las Vegas Weekly Staff

Pizza at PT’s, perfectly crispy wings at Flanker, poutine at Big Dog’s and much more.
Predicting the magic moments that will go down in history at Super Bowl 58

Feb. 8, 2024

By Case Keefer

Think defensive tackle William “The Refrigerator” Perry’s rushing touchdown for the Bears in 1985.
Epic parties surrounding the Super Bowl are bigger than ever in Las Vegas

Feb. 8, 2024

By Brock Radke

Events and management company Medium Rare is programming Guy Fieri’s Flavortown Tailgate as well as the Shaq’s Fun House, Gronk Beach and Sports Illustrated events at Wynn.
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