Wednesday, May 16 2012 7:17 PM EDT2012-05-16 23:17:48 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- There is a serious car crash on Boulder Highway at Flamingo Road. Metro Police are closing the northbound lanes of Boulder Highway between Harmon Avenue and Flamingo Road. Drivers should avoidMore>>
A motorcyclist is dead following a crash involving a dump truck on Boulder Highway at Flamingo Road. Metro Police have closed the northbound lanes of Boulder Highway between Harmon Avenue and Flamingo Road. 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>>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 8:16 PM EDT2012-05-17 00:16:25 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- The Clark County Commission relied on a 2005 state law when it designated Nevada Legal News at 930 S. Fourth St. downtown as the sole location for foreclosed property auctions in the county. TheMore>>
The Clark County Commission relied on a 2005 state law when it designated Nevada Legal News at 930 S. Fourth St. downtown as the sole location for foreclosed property auctions in the county.More>>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 6:56 PM EDT2012-05-16 22:56:59 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- Police know alcohol was involved in a crash early Monday morning that killed 16-year-old Isaac Polu. The crash also sent two other people to the hospital with critical injuries. Polu wasMore>>
Students are Liberty High School are mourning the loss of their classmate after a deadly accident on Monday.More>>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 6:04 PM EDT2012-05-16 22:04:40 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- Las Vegas police have identified the officers involved in a shooting that happened on Monday. Police say a K-9 officer's dog was shot by another officer after the dog bit another officer.More>>
Las Vegas police have identified the officers involved in a shooting that happened on Monday. Police say a K-9 officer's dog was shot by another officer after the dog bit another officer.More>>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 5:59 PM EDT2012-05-16 21:59:52 GMT
NORTH LAS VEGAS, Nev. -- The battle to fill a $33 million budget shortfall in North Las Vegas has turned into a war of words. Police and fire unions say they have offered to make concessions in good faith,More>>
The battle to fill a $33 million budget shortfall in North Las Vegas has turned into a war of words. Police and fire unions say they have offered to make concessions in good faith, yet they feel the city is depicting them as the bad guy.More>>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 4:14 PM EDT2012-05-16 20:14:40 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- There is some good news on the job front for teens who may be thinking about making some money this summer. It appears young people are having an easier time finding work than the past fewMore>>
There is some good news on the job front for teens who may be thinking about making some money this summer. It appears young people are having an easier time finding work than the past few years.More>>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 4:12 PM EDT2012-05-16 20:12:08 GMT
LAS VEGAS (AP) -- A judge set a trial next year for a Las Vegas mother who has pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity in the scissors slaying of her 6-year-old daughter. Clark County District CourtMore>>
A judge set a trial next year for a Las Vegas mother who has pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity in the scissors slaying of her 6-year-old daughter.More>>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 4:07 PM EDT2012-05-16 20:07:37 GMT
TACOMA, Wash. -- A jury handling the voyeurism case against a missing Utah woman's father-in-law has found the suspect, Steven Powell, guilty on all charges. Jurors told court officials shortly beforeMore>>
A jury has convicted Steve Powell of all 14 voyeurism charges that stemmed from an investigation into his missing daughter-in-law. More>>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 4:04 PM EDT2012-05-16 20:04:06 GMT
LAS VEGAS (AP) -- The wife of retired Army Gen. David Petraeus is giving Nevada service members some advice on how to protect their cash. Nevada Attorney General Catherine Cortez Masto and Holly PetraeusMore>>
The wife of retired Army Gen. David Petraeus is giving Nevada service members some advice on how to protect their cash.More>>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 4:03 PM EDT2012-05-16 20:03:31 GMT
LAS VEGAS - Metro Police are investigating a fatal auto-pedestrian accident near Flamingo Road and Nellis Boulevard. Police say a male pedestrian was struck and killed shortly after 11 p.m. 8 News NOWMore>>
Metro Police are investigating a fatal auto-pedestrian accident near Flamingo Road and Nellis Boulevard. Police say a male pedestrian was struck and killed shortly after 11 p.m.More>>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 4:01 PM EDT2012-05-16 20:01:51 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- A woman suffered life-threatening injuries in a mobile home fire Wednesday morning. Clark County firefighters responded to the fire at the Miracle Mile Mobile Home Complex off Boulder HighwayMore>>
A woman suffered life-threatening injuries in a mobile home fire Wednesday morning. More>>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 3:47 PM EDT2012-05-16 19:47:23 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- Two competing tourist attractions coming to the Las Vegas Strip might have some asking if the city is big enough for two giant observation wheels? The Linq and Skyvue have both officiallyMore>>
Two competing tourist attractions coming to the Las Vegas Strip might have some asking if the city is big enough for two giant observation wheels?More>>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 2:44 PM EDT2012-05-16 18:44:39 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- Clark County is accepting applications for more than 60 positions for firefighters and firefighter paramedics. The applications will be accepted June 19 through July 3 and must be submittedMore>>
Clark County is accepting applications for more than 60 positions for firefighters and firefighter paramedics.More>>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 2:37 PM EDT2012-05-16 18:37:42 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- The Clark County Coroner's Office has identified the 3-year-old girl who died after falling into the Virgin River as Sherlyn Martinez-Alvarez. The girl was on a family outing in MesquiteMore>>
The Clark County Coroner's Office has identified the 3-year-old girl who died after falling into the Virgin River as Sherlyn Martinez-Alvarez.More>>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 1:03 PM EDT2012-05-16 17:03:42 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- Dozens of states, including Nevada, will share in a multi-million dollar settlement with Skechers, a shoe company. The lawsuit alleged that Skechers made health-related claims about its rocker-bottomMore>>
Dozens of states, including Nevada, will share in a multi-million dollar settlement with Skechers, a shoe company.More>>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 10:42 AM EDT2012-05-16 14:42:22 GMT
Police from Metro and Mesquite are searching the Virgin River for a 3-year-old girl who was reportedly swept away. 8 News NOW is following this developing story and will have more information as it becomesMore>>
A family outing turned deadly Tuesday when a three-year-old girl was swept away by the Virgin River near Mesquite. As family and friends grieve, new details are emerging about how the toddler died and how other families can avoid a similar tragedy.More>>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 9:13 AM EDT2012-05-16 13:13:38 GMT
WASHINGTON (AP) -- U.S. builders began work on more homes last month, evidence that the battered housing market is slowly healing. The Commerce Department says builders broke ground at a seasonally adjustedMore>>
U.S. builders began work on more homes last month, evidence that the battered housing market is slowly healing.More>>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 1:53 AM EDT2012-05-16 05:53:27 GMT
LAS VEGAS – The Florida Everblades pulled even in the Kelly Cup Finals, defeating the Las Vegas Wranglers 7-2 Tuesday night. The Wranglers jumped out to an early lead on a goal by center Chris FrancisMore>>
The Florida Everblades pulled even in the Kelly Cup Finals, defeating the Las Vegas Wranglers 7-2 Tuesday night.More>>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 1:28 AM EDT2012-05-16 05:28:49 GMT
NORTH LAS VEGAS, Nev. -- Later tonight, the North Las Vegas City Council will hear a proposed budget that, if passed, will include over 200 layoffs. Officials say the proposed budget will include layoffsMore>>
The North Las Vegas City Council has unanimously passes a $400 million budget that will include over 200 layoffs. More>>
Tuesday, May 15 2012 10:06 PM EDT2012-05-16 02:06:49 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- Deep inside Nevada prisons, there are privileged rooms where only certain inmates are allowed because they have to earn their way in. They are the four prison schools operated by the ClarkMore>>
Deep inside Nevada prisons, there are privileged rooms where only certain inmates are allowed because they have to earn their way in. They are the four prison schools operated by the Clark County School District.More>>
Tuesday, May 15 2012 8:04 PM EDT2012-05-16 00:04:40 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- A Las Vegas man stung at least 300 times by a swarm of bees is talking about his terrifying experience. Albert Watson believes his military training helped save his life. The 69-year-oldMore>>
A Las Vegas man stung at least 300 times by a swarm of bees is talking about his terrifying experience.More>>
Tuesday, May 15 2012 8:00 PM EDT2012-05-16 00:00:35 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- A transgender student is speaking out following a decision by school administrators to define the teen biologically. The young person, who self-identifies as a boy, doesn't want to graduateMore>>
A transgender student is speaking out following a decision by school administrators to define the teen biologically. The young person, who self-identifies as a boy, doesn't want to graduate as a girl.More>>
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>>
Las Vegas police have released the mugshots of six people arrested in a clip joint bust that happened on Sunday. Police say early Sunday morning, British tourist Joseph Sherriff was stabbed by a bouncer at the Red Devil Fitness Spa.More>>
Tuesday, May 15 2012 3:30 PM EDT2012-05-15 19:30:29 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- A Clark County Firefighter, fired last year after a sick leave abuse scandal, will get his job back. An arbitrator has ruled that Donald Munn will be re-hired after he was removed from hisMore>>
A Clark County Firefighter, fired last year after a sick leave abuse scandal, will get his job back. An arbitrator has ruled that Donald Munn will be re-hired after he was removed from his position.More>>
Thursday, May 10 2012 10:40 PM EDT2012-05-11 02:40:25 GMT
LAS VEGAS - An aluminum rod is cut down to size in a matter of seconds at Spacecraft Components in North Las Vegas. It may be mundane, but the connector that's made from the rod keeps trains on tracks,More>>
A recent study ranked Las Vegas 97th out of 100 cities for manufacturing jobs, but two local factories are finding success in Las Vegas – making products that are sold around the world.More>>
Thursday, May 3 2012 10:17 PM EDT2012-05-04 02:17:32 GMT
A new company launches in Downtown Vegas and aims to help create jobs within the local economy by providing services to movie and television producers from out-of-state looking to film in Nevada.More>>
A new company launches in Downtown Vegas and aims to help create jobs within the local economy by providing services to movie and television producers from out-of-state looking to film in Nevada. More>>
Wednesday, March 14 2012 5:50 PM EDT2012-03-14 21:50:31 GMT
Las Vegas now has something in common with Chicago, New York, and Los Angeles: $4 unleaded gas. Major cities nationwide are well above the $4 mark, but local gas stations have only flirted with that price at the pump, until now.More>>
Monday, February 27 2012 11:12 PM EST2012-02-28 04:12:26 GMT
Downtown is buzzing with the opening of the Smith Center for the Performing Arts in eleven days. The Smith Center, Zappos' expansion and many other redevelopment projects have sparked new interest in downtown Las Vegas.More>>
Monday, February 27 2012 10:49 PM EST2012-02-28 03:49:33 GMT
North Las Vegas is trying to recapture its reputation as one of the fastest growing and prosperous cities in the country. Mayor Shari Buck has formed an economic advisory committee to help the city bounce back.More>>
Thursday, February 23 2012 3:43 PM EST2012-02-23 20:43:01 GMT
Starting March 5, adult performers in Los Angeles will be required to wear condoms. The porn industry has threatened to leave town over the law, and its first stop could be Las Vegas.More>>
Friday, February 17 2012 12:31 PM EST2012-02-17 17:31:45 GMT
In the mid-1980s, before the era of megaresorts, Nevada's gaming industry generated roughly $3 in revenue for every dollar spent on long-term debt.More>>
Tuesday, February 14 2012 3:56 PM EST2012-02-14 20:56:25 GMT
This is a blockbuster week for conventions and conferences in Las Vegas. At least 20 events between now and Sunday will draw hundreds of thousands of visitors to the valley.More>>
Thursday, May 10 2012 2:30 AM EDT2012-05-10 06:30:14 GMT
LAS VEGAS - Many Las Vegas Democrats are praising President Obama's decision to endorse same-sex marriage, but many Republicans were quick to say marriage should be reserved for one man and one woman.More>>
Many Las Vegas Democrats are praising President Obama's decision to endorse same-sex marriage, but many Republicans were quick to say marriage should be reserved for one man and one woman.More>>
Sunday, May 6 2012 2:51 PM EDT2012-05-06 18:51:26 GMT
SPARKS, Nev. (AP) -- Supporters of Ron Paul's long-shot presidential bid trumped presumptive Republican nominee Mitt Romney in Nevada's delegate count, taking 22 delegates to the GOP national conventionMore>>
Supporters of Ron Paul's long-shot presidential bid trumped presumptive Republican nominee Mitt Romney in Nevada's delegate count, taking 22 delegates to the GOP national convention in August. Romney got three.More>>
Thursday, May 3 2012 5:20 PM EDT2012-05-03 21:20:38 GMT
CARSON CITY, Nev. (AP) -- The Nevada chairman of Ron Paul's president campaign takes exception to a Republican National Committee lawyer who said the state's delegation might not be seated at the nationalMore>>
The Nevada chairman of Ron Paul's president campaign takes exception to a Republican National Committee lawyer who said the state's delegation might not be seated at the national convention if too many Paul supporters are elected as delegates.More>>
Thursday, May 3 2012 7:53 AM EDT2012-05-03 11:53:23 GMT
LAS VEGAS (AP) -- After 14 years in Washington, Las Vegas Congresswoman Shelley Berkley is reintroducing herself as a champion for veterans with her first TV ad in Nevada's U.S. Senate campaign. The 30-secondMore>>
After 14 years in Washington, Las Vegas Congresswoman Shelley Berkley is reintroducing herself as a champion for veterans with her first TV ad in Nevada's U.S. Senate campaign.More>>
Wednesday, May 2 2012 4:58 PM EDT2012-05-02 20:58:35 GMT
NEW YORK (AP) -- An independent group backing Republican Mitt Romney's presidential candidacy has placed a $4.3 million advertising buy in nine battleground states. Restore Our Future announced TuesdayMore>>
An independent group backing Republican Mitt Romney's presidential candidacy has placed a $4.3 million advertising buy in nine battleground states.More>>
Wednesday, May 2 2012 2:30 PM EDT2012-05-02 18:30:09 GMT
LAS VEGAS (AP) -- First lady Michelle Obama is visiting Nevada as part of a four-state campaign push across the West for her husband. She's scheduled to attend a fundraiser and meet with supporters inMore>>
First Lady Michelle Obama visited Nevada Tuesday as part of a four-state campaign push across the West for her husband.More>>
Wednesday, April 25 2012 4:24 PM EDT2012-04-25 20:24:08 GMT
U.S. Sen. Harry Reid says he will meet with Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Patrick Leahy, D-Vt., to discuss the possibility of moving District Court Judge Elissa Cadish's nomination to the federalMore>>
U.S. Sen. Harry Reid says he will meet with Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Patrick Leahy, D-Vt., to discuss the possibility of moving District Court Judge Elissa Cadish's nomination to the federal bench forward, despite objections from fellow Nevada Sen. Dean Heller.More>>
The I-Team's Steve Sebelius continues his discussion with State Senator John Lee, (D) North Las Vegas, and touches on a number of topics including higher education. This is Part 2 of the interview as seen Sunday morning.More>>
The I-Team's Steve Sebelius interviews State Sen. John Lee, (D) North Las Vegas, on 8 News Now Sunday morning. Part 1 of the interview highlights a number of issues, including Lee's legislation allowing Nevada to withdraw from the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency. More>>
Friday, April 20 2012 11:08 PM EDT2012-04-21 03:08:11 GMT
Nevada's U.S. Sens. Harry Reid and Dean Heller are in a standoff over the nomination of Clark County District Judge Elissa Cadish to the federal bench.More>>
Thursday, April 12 2012 10:40 AM EDT2012-04-12 14:40:11 GMT
After 62 consecutive months of posting the nation's highest foreclosure rate Nevada slipped to number two in March behind Arizona but only by an eyelash, the website RealtyTrac.com reported Wednesday night. More>>
Struggling homeowners are meeting Friday and Saturday with lenders at Cashman Center, hoping to find solutions for people in the nation's hardest-hit state when it comes to housing.More>>
The meltdown in the housing market has focused media, public, and government attention on those who lost - be it a job, a home, or savings accounts. However, not everyone was a loser during the crisis.More>>
Saturday, November 5 2011 10:01 AM EDT2011-11-05 14:01:23 GMT
Nevada still leads the nation in foreclosures, but an interesting trend is happening. The foreclosure filings have suddenly dropped. While it may look like good news on the outside, experts say it probably won't last. More>>
Thursday, October 27 2011 7:16 PM EDT2011-10-27 23:16:23 GMT
Metro police say rental scams are on the rise and what makes it difficult to stop is that the fraud can come from many different directions. Inside, links to help you avoid getting caught in a rental scam.More>>
Wednesday, August 31 2011 12:52 PM EDT2011-08-31 16:52:32 GMT
Nevada's attorney general wants a federal judge in a big mortgage fraud case to set aside an earlier consent judgment so the state can sue Countrywide Financial Corp. and Bank of America for consumer fraud.More>>
Tuesday, March 20 2012 2:12 PM EDT2012-03-20 18:12:51 GMT
The economic analysis firm Moody's Investors Service have issued a bullish outlook on the Las Vegas Strip, citing increases in visitors, hotel occupancy and slot machine revenue.More>>
Friday, February 17 2012 12:31 PM EST2012-02-17 17:31:45 GMT
In the mid-1980s, before the era of megaresorts, Nevada's gaming industry generated roughly $3 in revenue for every dollar spent on long-term debt.More>>
Tuesday, February 7 2012 9:24 PM EST2012-02-08 02:24:21 GMT
Members of the family who founded Las Vegas-based Station Casinos have agreed to pay $73 million to buy shares held by JPMorgan Chase Bank, giving the family a controlling interest in the casino operator.More>>
Monday, January 30 2012 10:29 AM EST2012-01-30 15:29:03 GMT
A university analysis finds that Nevada's casinos have taken on more debt than ever before, shifting the finances of the state's largest industry into unprecedented territory.More>>
Sunday, January 22 2012 9:30 PM EST2012-01-23 02:30:51 GMT
Sportsbooks around Las Vegas were jammed with people Sunday as football fans tried to cash in on the NFL's conference championship weekend. The games set the stage for one of the biggest betting weeks of the year.More>>
This January, Las Vegas hopes to capture enthusiasm -- and dollars -- surrounding Chinese New Year with a bevy of events on The Strip and Downtown.More>>
Saturday, January 14 2012 2:00 AM EST2012-01-14 07:00:46 GMT
The biggest betting day of the year in Las Vegas is rapidly approaching. While the Super Bowl is three weeks away, the games leading up to the big game can generate serious cash for the Las Vegas economy.More>>
Wednesday, January 11 2012 6:27 PM EST2012-01-11 23:27:26 GMT
Nevada's casinos are winning, according to the latest numbers released by the state. Gambling revenues are up 7 percent, with Strip properties bringing in more than half the total revenue.More>>
