LOCAL NEWS

New milkshake chain, launched by Nothing Bundt Cakes co-founder, is opening in Las Vegas

July 9, 2026
Shook Shakery plans to open four locations in Southern Nevada this year, and its signature – really, only – product is a milkshake mixed with cake.

Small earthquakes rattle Southern Nevada town

July 9, 2026
Two small earthquakes struck an area northwest of Las Vegas but there were no immediate reports of any injuries or serious damage.

Sports on TV in Las Vegas

July 9, 2026
Here’s today’s local and national sports schedule, including television and radio listings.

‘Poker Brat’ eliminated from WSOP Main Event, starts social media war with rival

July 9, 2026
Phil Hellmuth busted the World Series of Poker Main Event short of the money then attacked the criteria used to determine the WSOP Player of the Year.

Rogers, Torkelson hit homers as Tigers cruise past Athletics

July 9, 2026
Jake Rogers and Spencer Torkelson homered and the Detroit Tigers won their fourth straight game, beating the Athletics 6-1.

CARTOONS: A fitting summary of Obama’s career

July 9, 2026
Take a look at some editorial cartoons from across the U.S. and world.

LETTER: One-way ticket

July 9, 2026
If socialists want a taste, move to North Korea.

LETTER: Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority is made of money

July 9, 2026
No justification for CEO raise and bonus.

EDITORIAL: Trump boosts Ukraine as Russia runs low on fuel

July 9, 2026
It often feels like the only predictable thing about President Donald Trump’s foreign policy is that he’s unpredictable.

CARTOON: What you must understand about Iran

July 9, 2026
A global threat.