LOCAL NEWS

Jeff McNeil legs out winning single in 9th, lifts A’s to 6-5 victory over Blue Jays

September 8, 2026
Jeff McNeil legged out an infield single to drive in the winning run in the bottom of the ninth inning, and the Athletics beat the Toronto Blue Jays 6-5.

Sports on TV in Las Vegas

September 8, 2026
Here’s today’s local and national sports schedule, including television and radio listings.

LETTER: Who started the name-change game?

September 8, 2026
For years we have been told to change our vernacular, choose different pronouns, and be politically correct in the eyes of those who expect us to conform to others’ standards.

LETTER: Follow the data

September 8, 2026
What we are witnessing is the spineless politicians sticking their fingers in the air to see which way the wind is blowing so they know how to follow suit.

LETTER: Where will the water come from?

September 8, 2026
New homes will rely on a shrinking Lake Mead.

EDITORIAL: Don’t overlook California’s role in Nevada’s high gas prices

September 8, 2026
The biggest long-term problem facing Nevada drivers isn’t what happens in the Strait of Hormuz. It’s California’s war on fossil fuels.

CARTOONS: What a tough life looks like

September 8, 2026
Take a look at some editorial cartoons from across the U.S. and world.

RICH LOWRY: The vindication of Tom Homan

September 8, 2026
Where does Tom Homan go to get his apology?

Lowell expected to cause major rains across Hawaii

September 8, 2026
Hawaii Gov. Josh Green closed schools and government offices on the westernmost islands of Kauai and Niihau as Hurricane Lowell was expected to pass nearby.

2 critically hurt after double stabbing in Henderson, police say

September 8, 2026
The Henderson Police Department is investigating a double stabbing in the area of Whitney Ranch Drive and Galleria Drive, police said.