Police officers aren't doctors, but they often find themselves face to face with the mentally ill. Thanks to a special unit, more Metro Police officers are ending potentially dangerous situations with peaceful outcomes.More>>
A fiery crash that closed US 95 for several hours was caused by a wrong-way driver. Reporter Patranya Bhoolsuwan takes a look how the driver may have accessed the freeway. Her stories air at 4 and 5.More>>
Nevada regained its ominous title as the nation's leading home foreclosure state in April after briefly ceding its five-year reign to Arizona the prior month.More>>
A rare viewing of a solar eclipse in Southern Nevada is coming this weekend. Late Sunday afternoon the moon's shadow will cover most of the sun's surface to bring darkness to our desert skies before sunset. But Neighborhood Weather anchor Sherry Swensk, tells us how to safely see this rare celestial sight.More>>
Investors decide the future of Las Vegas homeownership underneath a downtown carport, trading millions of dollars and dozens of homes every weekday. But a lawsuit claims those at the top of the group running the auctions may have a conflict of interest that violates state law.More>>
Me-TV features a wide range of some of the most memorable and loved classic television shows. Available in Southern Nevada over-the-air on Channel 8.2 and on Cox Cable Channel 129, programs such as I Love Lucy, My Three Sons, Hawaii Five-O, and M*A*S*H (just to name a few!) can be seen every day on Me-TV. View the program schedule here to see all the shows.More>>
I-Team: Road Map to SafetyI-Team: Road Map to SafetyMore>>
Tuesday, May 15 2012 6:48 PM EDT2012-05-15 22:48:57 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- Judges have a new tool designed to stop dangerous drivers from getting repeated breaks in traffic court, after an investigation changed the way they decide cases. In the past, judges eitherMore>>
Judges have a new tool designed to stop dangerous drivers from getting repeated breaks in traffic court, after an investigation changed the way they decide cases.More>>
Friday, May 11 2012 9:46 PM EDT2012-05-12 01:46:28 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- Could better engineering and road planning save lives? Already, this year the number of people killed on Clark County's roads is double what it was last year. As of May 11, 2012, there hadMore>>
Could better engineering and road planning save lives? Already, this year the number of people killed on Clark County's roads is double what it was last year. More>>
Thursday, May 10 2012 8:00 PM EDT2012-05-11 00:00:56 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- Judges and police officers are paid to keep the community safe. But what about the neighbors who fundraise to get crosswalk signs at their intersections? Do grassroots efforts work? ThereMore>>
Judges and police officers are paid to keep the community safe. But what about the neighbors who fundraise to get crosswalk signs at their intersections? Do grassroots efforts work?More>>
Thursday, May 10 2012 2:00 AM EDT2012-05-10 06:00:27 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- Natalie Dubuisson was arrested last year after being involved in a fatal crash on I-15. Dubuisson fled the scene and two months later, surrendered herself to jail. A judge sentenced her toMore>>
Natalie Dubuisson was arrested last year after being involved in a fatal crash on I-15. Yet she had several previous traffic violations that could have potentially taken her off the road. 8 News NOW spent days in traffic court discovering how easy it is for people to get tickets reduced down to parking fines.More>>
Wednesday, May 9 2012 8:00 PM EDT2012-05-10 00:00:39 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- The I-Team has uncovered some dangerous lapses of judgement in the court system that has allowed repeat traffic offenders to get an easy break. Clark County's traffic court says it's simplyMore>>
The I-Team has uncovered some dangerous lapses of judgement in the court system that has allowed repeat traffic offenders to get an easy break.More>>
Tuesday, May 8 2012 9:15 PM EDT2012-05-09 01:15:17 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- The high number of deaths on Clark County roads is perplexing to Nevada leaders who want to fix the problem. Is the answer new laws? Will that make drivers and pedestrians pay more attention? PeopleMore>>
The high number of deaths on Clark County roads is perplexing to Nevada leaders who want to fix the problem. Is the answer new laws? Will that make drivers and pedestrians pay more attention?More>>
Tuesday, May 8 2012 2:13 PM EDT2012-05-08 18:13:00 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- A ban on certain cell phone use while driving highlighted a package of traffic safety reforms that Gov. Brian Sandoval signed into law last year, but many other proposals fell by the waysideMore>>
A ban on certain cell phone use while driving highlighted a package of traffic safety reforms that Gov. Brian Sandoval signed into law last year, but many other proposals fell by the wayside and face an uncertain future.More>>
Monday, May 7 2012 8:00 PM EDT2012-05-08 00:00:50 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- Already this year there have been more than 60 deaths on Clark County roads. Last year, the number was around half that. Nevada's leaders don't know why, let alone what to do to fix it. WhyMore>>
Already this year there have been 68 deaths on Clark County roads. Last year, the number was around half that. Nevada's leaders don't know why, let alone what to do to fix it. More>>
Thursday, May 3 2012 4:00 PM EDT2012-05-03 20:00:24 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- There were 173 unlucky motorists who showed up Monday, April 16, at Traffic Court in the basement of the Regional Justice Center, a typical day's parade of individuals cited for speeding,More>>
There were 173 unlucky motorists who showed up Monday, April 16, at Traffic Court in the basement of the Regional Justice Center, a typical day's parade of individuals cited for speeding and assorted other violations.More>>
Thursday, May 3 2012 3:59 PM EDT2012-05-03 19:59:03 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- Southern Nevada's reputation as a dangerous place for pedestrians earned unflattering attention last year when a transportation safety coalition ranked the Las Vegas metro area among the nation'sMore>>
Southern Nevada's reputation as a dangerous place for pedestrians earned unflattering attention last year when a transportation safety coalition ranked the Las Vegas metro area among the nation's deadliest for foot traffic.More>>
Las Vegas Entertainment with Dayna RoselliLas Vegas Entertainment with Dayna RoselliMore>>
Comedian Brad Garrett is most recognized for his role on the sitcom, "Everybody Loves Raymond." He has been doing stand up comedy for years. Now, he has his own comedy club at the MGM Grand. It opened recently, and Garrett says he's having a blast. Anchor Dayna Roselli hangs out with Garrett and has some fun!More>>
You may know him from the band 98 Degrees, but now Jeff Timmons is starting his own show. Timmons is looking for musicians for the show that will take place at Green Valley Ranch and open in June. Timmons sat down with Anchor Dayna Roselli to talk about it.More>>
He's an impressionist, singer, and comedian. You may even know Jeff Tracta from his career as a daytime soap star! Anchor Dayna Roselli sits down with Tracta to hear about his Las Vegas show. He also does some fun impressions.More>>
He's a legend! Impressionist Rich Little will perform in Las Vegas once again at the Las Vegas Hotel & Casino. His show is about the life of friend Jimmy Stewart. Little sat down with Anchor Dayna Roselli to talk about his life and current show.More>>
Cody Collins was the frontman for the popular group, Lonestar, for almost 5 years. He is now singing at the show "Country Superstars" at the Golden Nugget. Anchor Dayna Roselli talks with him about his career and life. Collins also plays one of his origianl songs in this week's Entertainer Profile.More>>
Terry Fator is a ventriloquist, singer, comedian, and impersonator! He just celebrated three years as a headliner at the Mirage. Anchor Dayna Roselli interviews him, and his new puppet for this Entertainer Profile.More>>
Facebook and Twitter users got pulled into the national debate over same-sex marriage after President Barack Obama announced his support for gay and lesbian marriages.More>>
The "greatest 2 minutes in sports," twin spires, mint juleps, floppy hats. Yes, it's time again for the mid-spring classic, the 138th running of the Kentucky Derby Saturday at hallowed Churchill Downs.More>>
Most Facebook and Twitter users commenting on John Edwards say the former Democratic presidential candidate and North Carolina senator deserves to stand trial on accusations that he misued 2008 campaign contributions to cover up an affair, all while his wife was dying of cancer.More>>
The nation's major cell phone carriers reached an agreement with the Federal Communications Commission to create a database to help the companies disable stolen cell phone. Social media scribes weighed in with mixed opinions.More>>
Bubba is not a name one normally associates with a gentlemen's event but Bubba Watson is now a household name, at least in the social media world, thanks to his thrilling victory Sunday in The Masters golf tournament.More>>
A case study showing how a grocery bag and its contents caused an outbreak of the stomach bug norovirus highlights the role that inanimate objects can play in such outbreaks, researchers say.More>>
A case study showing how a grocery bag and its contents caused an outbreak of the stomach bug norovirus highlights the role that inanimate objects can play in such outbreaks, researchers say.More>>
Tuesday, May 1 2012 4:51 PM EDT2012-05-01 20:51:28 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- Low-cost digital mammograms are being offered at various placed during the month of May. Woman can visit the Breast Center at Sunrise Hospital, Southern Hills Hospital, and Red Rock RadiologyMore>>
Low-cost digital mammograms are being offered at various placed during the month of May.More>>
Tuesday, April 24 2012 1:17 PM EDT2012-04-24 17:17:47 GMT
>>> New guidelines could provide relief for migraine sufferers. the American academy of neurology has released a new list of which medications and treatments can help prevent the debilitating headaches.More>>
New guidelines could provide relief for migraine sufferers. The American Academy of Neurology has released a new list of which medications and treatments can help prevent the debilitating headaches. More>>
Tuesday, April 17 2012 12:59 PM EDT2012-04-17 16:59:25 GMT
The number of children accidentally dying has dropped 30 percent during the last decade but the number of young people dying from prescription drug overdoses has spiked.More>>
8 News NOW This Morning has been taking a look at What's Cool at School for a few years. See what sets some schools apart and makes them unique.More>>
8 News NOW This Morning is taking a look at What's Cool at School. If you would like to have your school featured, just click here to contact Dave McCann. If you would like your school to be entered in a drawing to win $250, click here. Below you will find some of the schools that have been featured in the past.More>>
