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The Cosmic Takeover Tour returns to Las Vegas Ballpark in 2027

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Cosmic Baseball, the world's first and only immersive, neon-lit baseball experience featuring glowing bats, balls, and uniforms under UV black lights, is bringing its highly anticipated Cosmic Takeover Tour back to Las Vegas Ballpark. The tour will run from Friday, Oct. 8, 2027, through Saturday…

Lawsuit: Car crashes into housing community to avoid hitting school bus

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- There are more school buses on the road this academic year as the Clark County School District deals with a shift in start times. But the district is facing lawsuits over crashes caused by its school bus drivers that occurred several years ago. A lawsuit filed last month against CCSD accuses

Brawls at Raiders-49ers game will not be tolerated, Santa Clara police say

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — The Las Vegas Raiders and San Francisco 49ers finished their regular-season game on the field Sunday, but the long-standing rivalry seemed to continue in the parking lot. The Santa Clara Police Department called the brawls around Levi's Stadium intolerable. Police arrested 11 people and made 45…

Las Vegas Desert Dogs to host uniform unveil event

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- On Monday, the Las Vegas Desert Dogs announced that the organization will unveil its new uniforms for the 2026-2027 National Lacrosse League (NLL) season at an event co-sponsored by Lexicon Bank. The Las Vegas Desert Dogs are a professional box lacrosse team that is known for their dedication to…

The 6-block zone Las Vegas has tackled homelessness

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — No longer living under neon lights, more than 300 homeless transitioned off Las Vegas streets. The mayor knows what skeptics will say, and her answer is “no” they did not put them all into the jail. Las Vegas Mayor Shelley Berkley told reporters at a Thursday news conference the city has helped

Fatal crash claims motorcyclist near Blue Diamond Road

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- The Las Vegas police responded to a fatal crash near the intersection of Kulka Road and Blue Diamond Road around 1:32 pm Monday. The crash involved a vehicle and a motorcycle, according to Metro. The motorcyclist was pronounced deceased on the scene. LVMPD is asking drivers to avoid this area at

Roads near Ann, Jones reopen after 2-vehicle crash

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Two vehicles were involved in a collision in the northwest valley Monday morning. According to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, a collision happened near the intersection of Ann Road and Jones Boulevard shortly before 11:15 a.m. on Nov. 9. Police said the collision involved a pickup…

Rescued Labrador recovers after found abandoned, injured in Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Staff members at Centennial Hills Animal Hospital said a Labrador retriever named Beau is recovering after he was found abandoned in a Las Vegas home last week. According to Benjamin Jenkins, lead volunteer with Retriever Rescue of Las Vegas, Beau is believed to be between 3 and 4 years old. He

Tomas Hertl scores twice as Golden Knights beat Sabres 4-1 for third straight win

BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Tomas Hertl scored two goals and the Vegas Golden Knights won their third straight game, 4-1 over the Buffalo Sabres on Sunday. Hertl scored both of his goals in the third period to help put the game away for the Golden Knights, who finished their road trip 3-0-1. Jack Eichel and

Deportation flight of Iranians from US scuttled at last minute, attorney says

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A U.S. deportation flight of Iranian nationals bound for Iran by way of Pakistan was abruptly canceled Sunday morning, according to an attorney who spoke to some of the detainees slated for repatriation. At least eight Iranians were loaded onto a plane Sunday morning in Mesa, Arizona, for a…

Pinecrest Academy Symphony Chorus chosen to sing at White House

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- The Sloan Canyon Symphony Chorus, the premier high school concert choir of the Pinecrest Academy Public Charter System, was recently selected to perform inside the White House during the 2026 Christmas season. The choir, which includes 43 young men and women, will travel to Washington, D.C. for a…

49ers cruise past Raiders 38-17

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — Brock Purdy threw two touchdown passes and ran for another TD and the San Francisco 49ers had five takeaways in the second half to beat the Las Vegas Raiders 38-17 on Sunday. The 49ers (7-1) broke the game open in the third quarter thanks to the opportunistic defense starting on

Trump says he was just kidding about making UFC's Dana White his press secretary

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President Donald Trump said Sunday he was only kidding about making UFC boss Dana White his next White House press secretary after announcing on social media he had offered his close friend the job. After his party’s deep losses in Tuesday’s midterm elections, Trump shook up his…

Las Vegas-Clark County Library District hosts Comic Book Festival, Día de Muertos

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- The Las Vegas-Clark County Library District hosted two major events on Saturday: The 18th annual Vegas Valley Comic Book Festival and the sixth annual Día de Muertos celebration. Vegas Valley Comic Book Festival Las Vegas' longest-running event for all things geeky returned! On Saturday, Clark…

Rally held 3 weeks after deadly stabbing on Moapa River Indian Reservation

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- The family of 20-year-old Victor Saganitso is still without answers three weeks after a deadly stabbing took his life. According to Victor's sister, Roselynn Saganitso, he went to his cousin's house on Oct. 17 in the Moapa River Indian Reservation. Roselynn told 8 News Now that a party or gathering…

Southwest Gas, Vegas Golden Knights partner to fight food insecurity

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- On Saturday, more than 100 Southwest Gas employee volunteers, joined by their families, partnered with the Vegas Golden Knights to support neighbors in need and fight food insecurity at Three Square Food Bank. Chance, the Vegas Golden Knights mascot, and members of the Vegas Vivas also made an…

Aquarius, Edgewater to host 'Million Dollar Deal' giveaway grand finale

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Golden Entertainment's Aquarius Casino Resort and Edgewater Casino Resort will host the grand finale of the "Million Dollar Deal" promotion, bringing 14 finalists together for a chance to win a $1 million grand prize. During the finale, each finalist will receive 20 numbered envelopes and select…

City of North Las Vegas hosts Veterans Day BBQ and Resource Fair

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- On Saturday, North Las Vegas city officials hosted veterans, their families, and community members for a Veterans Day Barbecue and Resource Fair. North Las Vegas city officials hosted the annual Veterans Day Barbecue and Resource Fair at the Veterans and Community Resource Center, located at 3090…

After the US midterm rout of Trumpism, the world struggles to trust America again

LONDON (AP) — For Joe Reeve, the midterm afterglow faded fast. The London startup founder was among the wave around the Trump-weary world awakening to the stunning news that Americans had sharply rejected President Donald Trump's fist-in-the-eye stewardship of the United States that had started a war with Iran, forged…

Trump’s grip on his party is in question as Republicans reel from the midterm wipeout

WASHINGTON (AP) — Republicans aren't holding back. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis described this week's elections as an “extinction-level event” for the GOP. Texas Sen. Ted Cruz likened it to a “Watergate-level repudiation.” Former Vice President Mike Pence called it a “reckoning.” For all the apocalyptic talk emerging…

Las Vegas Arts District takes the reins as First Friday remains paused

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Apart from the size and name, First Friday is back on after a deadly shooting brought the Las Vegas event to a standstill. Artists responded by saying their empty streets represented something they recognized—a blank canvas. Las Vegas Arts District organizers announced the start of the Art Crawl…

Las Vegas lawyer who represented 'Keffe D' in Tupac murder trial dies, source says

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Michael Sanft, the Las Vegas lawyer who represented convicted murderer "Keffe D" during the Tupac murder trial, has died, a source told 8 News Now Investigators. Sanft, who grew up on the island of Tonga before moving to San Diego as a pre-teen, earned his law degree from Brigham Young University,

Newly announced 'Stranger Things' prequel show to take place in Nevada

The Duffer Brothers, who created the hit Netflix show "Stranger Things," announced a new project Friday morning: a prequel spinoff set in the world of Stranger Things, but taking place in a fictional town in Nevada thirty years before the events of Stranger Things season one.

Las Vegas police search for robbery suspect in southwest valley neighborhood

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Las Vegas Metro police are investigating a robbery in the southwest valley. The incident occurred on Thursday around 9 p.m. in a neighborhood near Buffalo Drive and Cactus Avenue. Police told 8 News Now the suspect was still on the run as of 10 p.m. Drivers should avoid the area as

Short-term rental owners push back on Clark County licensing changes

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Short-term rental owners are on edge after Clark County moved forward in November with new changes to its licensing process. The approved changes are advertised by the county as a quicker, more streamlined process. However, short-term rental owners told 8 News Now it's not as positive as it appears…

Holiday lights return to Henderson Ethel M. Chocolates Cactus Garden

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- The countdown to the holidays is officially on as the Ethel M. Chocolates Holiday Cactus Garden Lighting celebration kicked off on Thursday. The holiday tradition, now in its 33rd year, will continue through Sunday, Jan. 3, 2027. Cactus Garden hours of operation New seasonal offerings Some of the…

Holiday lights return to Henderson Ethel M. Chocolates Cactus Garden

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- The countdown to the holidays is officially on as the Ethel M. Chocolates Holiday Cactus Garden Lighting celebration kicked off on Thursday. The holiday tradition, now in its 33rd year, will continue through Sunday, Jan. 3, 2027. Cactus Garden hours of operation New seasonal offerings Some of the…

Neon Museum in Las Vegas prepares to restore legendary Treasure Island 32-foot skull

(Video credit: The Neon Museum) LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- The 32-foot-tall iconic skull sculpture that once appeared along the Las Vegas Strip at the Treasure Island Hotel & Casino is taking a break from the Neon Boneyard Museum and marking an important step in preservation. The sculpture was carefully lifted by crane and…

Henderson police adds 44 new officers with diverse backgrounds

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- The Henderson police department made history Thursday afternoon when a record number of new officers with diverse backgrounds were sworn in. All 44 graduates of the police academy marched on stage at the Central Church to be officially sworn in. Tiffani Harris was one of the graduates who spent a…

Driver 'unknowingly' runs over motorcyclist in deadly Henderson crash: police

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- A motorcyclist is dead after colliding with a median on the road and then being run over by a driver on Wednesday, according to Henderson police. Fire and police crews responded to the scene of the crash at 9:15 p.m. on Stephanie Street near Warm Springs Road. A preliminary investigation found

Las Vegas mayor says First Friday won’t go to Fremont Street after deadly shooting

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — It’s time for First Friday, but a shooting has forced Las Vegas artists and the mayor to make different plans. Las Vegas Mayor Shelley Berkley said First Friday celebrations will not move to the Fremont Street Experience, during a Thursday press conference. The Arts District event had been postponed…

Las Vegas house fires tied to neighbor dispute, Las Vegas police say

While Las Vegas police were attempting to resolve a neighborhood dispute, a man allegedly attacked his neighbors and officers with metal weight plates before pulling out bottles of gasoline to light a house on fire, according to documents obtained by 8 News Now Investigators.

Everything you need to know about the 2026 Latin Grammy Awards. Here's how to watch

NEW YORK (AP) — The 2026 Latin Grammy Awards are right around the corner. Are you ready? If not, no problema. Here’s everything you need to know about watching the 2026 Latin Grammys, including how to stream the show and where you can see music’s biggest stars walking the red carpet. When do the Latin

Henderson Police Department investigating a fatal crash on Stephanie Street

Update: Roads in the area were open as of 12:45 a.m. Henderson, Nev. -- The Henderson Police Department is investigating a fatal crash on Stephanie Street near Warm Springs Road. Both northbound and southbound lanes are closed between Warm Springs Road and Kelso Dunes Avenue. No other information has been provided on…

Las Vegas man facing murder, child abuse charges for death of 3-month-old infant

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- A Las Vegas man is facing murder and child abuse charges for the October 2025 death of a 3-month-old infant. On Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025, at 12:37 p.m., Mileke Loven Williams called 911. Firefighters with the Clark County Fire Department responded to the residence that Williams called from and…

'Every voter must vote:' County registrar explains major election delays in Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- After an entire day of insisting the Clark County Election Department would not speak with the media about long lines at polling places and late-night dissemination of race results, the registrar of voters answered questions at a news conference Wednesday. Lorena Portillo, Clark County's Registrar…

Las Vegas dental practice offering free dental work for veterans on Veterans Day

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- A dental practice is offering free dental care to veterans in the Las Vegas community in honor of Veterans Day. Infinity Dental is a locally owned, private dental practice led by Dr. Douglas Sanchez, DMD. It has locations in Las Vegas and Henderson, but this event will only be held at

Fire Chief Chad Oliver assumes command of the North Las Vegas Fire Department

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- North Las Vegas City Manager Micaela Moore named Chad Oliver to assume the leadership of the North Las Vegas Fire Department, succeeding Joseph Calhoun, who was selected to be the assistant city manager for North Las Vegas. In a transfer of command ceremony held Wednesday at North Las Vegas City…

Las Vegas man convicted of deadly DUI crash

A jury convicted a 24-year-old Las Vegas man on Wednesday after investigators say he was three times over the legal limit when he hit and killed a motorcyclist.

Las Vegas alligator living in vacant koi pond seeks help through nonprofit

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Confronted by a 6-foot-long, scaly, arguably hungry American Alligator, a Las Vegas nonprofit is hoping neighbors will pitch in to help fund the reptile's home. But don’t worry, it won’t cost an arm and a leg. Ally the alligator was surrendered earlier this year to the Las Vegas Reptile Zoo, a

Project Homeless Connect brings resources under one roof for up to 1K people

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Homelessness remains a major challenge across Southern Nevada, and getting people the help they need can be complicated. On Wednesday, several community organizations came together to offer medical care, housing assistance, job resources, and mental health support. Organizers said connecting people…

LVMPD seeking answers in unsolved double homicide case from January

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department is asking for the public's assistance with an unsolved double homicide that occurred back in January. On Jan. 28, 2026, around 7:20 a.m., LVMPD 911 received a call from a juvenile reporting that his mother had been injured inside a residence in the 8600…

Popular YouTuber EDP445 arrested in Henderson charged with sex crimes in Bakersfield

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- The YouTuber who goes by EDP445 faces charges in connection to allegedly trying to meet an underage girl in Bakersfield for sex, according to police. Bryant Turhan Emmerson Moreland, EDP445's real name, was charged Monday with attempted lewd or lascivious acts with a child under 14, going…

A’s hire Cam Castro from the Brewers as general manager

LAS VEGAS (AP) — New Athletics president of baseball operations, Taylor Smith, made his first major decision since taking over two weeks ago, going to World Series champion Milwaukee to hire Cam Castro on Wednesday as general manager. Castro, 36, was the Brewers' senior vice president of player development and…

1 killed in crash near Flamingo, Mountain Vista

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- A person was killed in a crash in central Las Vegas Wednesday morning. According to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, the crash happened near East Flamingo Road and South Mountain Vista Street shortly after 6:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 4. Police said the collision involved a 2023…