Tuesday, June 11 2013 11:59 AM EDT2013-06-11 15:59:56 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- The Las Vegas metro area is now second to last when it comes to the number of tech jobs supporting the local economy. The Brookings Institute looked at the number of science and tech jobsMore>>
The Brookings Institute looked at the number of science and tech jobs in 100 of the largest metropolitan areas scattered across the United States. Las Vegas was ranked 99th.More>>
Monday, June 10 2013 11:29 AM EDT2013-06-10 15:29:10 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- Among the nation's 100 largest metropolitan areas Las Vegas ranks second from the bottom in the percentage of its jobs that require knowledge in science, technology, engineering or math, accordingMore>>
Among the nation's 100 largest metropolitan areas Las Vegas ranks second from the bottom in the percentage of its jobs that require knowledge in science, technology, engineering or math, according to a Brookings Institution report released Sunday night.More>>
Thursday, April 11 2013 7:12 PM EDT2013-04-11 23:12:36 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- Although Nevada's unemployment rate recently fell to its lowest point in five years, it is still at more than 9 percent with thousands of people looking to find a job. Operators of localMore>>
Although Nevada's unemployment rate recently fell to its lowest point in five years, it is still at more than 9 percent with thousands of people looking to find a job.More>>
Thursday, March 28 2013 9:31 AM EDT2013-03-28 13:31:31 GMT
LAS VEGAS - Gaming experts say the developments of SLS Las Vegas and Resorts World Las Vegas could spark a domino effect on north Strip development. The $350 million purchase of the Echelon site by GentingMore>>
Gaming experts say the developments of SLS Las Vegas and Resorts World Las Vegas could spark a domino effect on north Strip development.More>>
With the planned development of a resort on the north end of the Las Vegas Strip, officials are hopeful it will boost the area. 8 News NOW's Cassandra Garcia reports.More>>
Friday, March 1 2013 7:26 PM EST2013-03-02 00:26:02 GMT
CARSON CITY, Nev. (AP) -- Nevada's jobless rate for 2012 was better than initially thought. The Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation says the state's unemployment rate for the year droppedMore>>
The Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation says the state's unemployment rate for the year dropped to 11.1 percent, down from a preliminary estimate of 11.6 percent.More>>
Wednesday, February 20 2013 3:50 PM EST2013-02-20 20:50:02 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- Wet 'n' Wild Las Vegas is in the process of hiring for more than 300 positions as it prepares for its upcoming season which starts on Memorial Day weekend. Applications are being acceptedMore>>
Wet 'n' Wild Las Vegas is in the process of hiring for more than 300 positions as it prepares for its upcoming season which starts on Memorial Day weekend.More>>
Wednesday, January 30 2013 8:37 AM EST2013-01-30 13:37:59 GMT
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The U.S. economy shrank from October through December for the first time since the recession ended, hurt by the biggest cut in defense spending in 40 years, fewer exports and sluggishMore>>
The U.S. economy shrank from October through December for the first time since the recession ended, hurt by the biggest cut in defense spending in 40 years, fewer exports and sluggish growth in company stockpiles.More>>
Thursday, January 17 2013 4:38 PM EST2013-01-17 21:38:34 GMT
CARSON CITY, Nev. (AP) -- Initial claims for jobless benefits in Nevada fell 7.3 percent in December compared with the same month a year ago. A report Thursday by the Department of Employment, BusinessMore>>
Initial claims for jobless benefits in Nevada fell 7.3 percent in December compared with the same month a year ago.More>>
Thursday, January 10 2013 8:37 AM EST2013-01-10 13:37:00 GMT
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Weekly applications for U.S. unemployment benefits ticked up slightly last week, the latest sign of stability in the job market. The Labor Department says applications rose 4,000 toMore>>
Weekly applications for U.S. unemployment benefits ticked up slightly last week, the latest sign of stability in the job market.More>>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 8:13 PM EDT2013-06-19 00:13:36 GMT
PAHRUMP, Nev. -- A fight between senators in Washington, D.C., could resurrect the controversial Yucca Mountain nuclear storage project in Nye County. Nye County leaders met Tuesday to support the openingMore>>
A fight between senators in Washington, D.C., could resurrect the controversial Yucca Mountain nuclear storage project in Nye County.More>>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 1:22 AM EDT2013-06-19 05:22:23 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- US Thrill Rides LLC Incorporated has submitted plans to the FAA to create a 650-foot roller coaster near the Tropicana Hotel. The Florida based company is remaining tight lipped on any ofMore>>
US Thrill Rides LLC Incorporated has submitted plans to the FAA to create a 650-foot roller coaster near the Tropicana Hotel.More>>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:49 PM EDT2013-06-19 02:49:28 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- Clark County Fire Department is battling a fire at a house near Russell Road and Spencer Street. According to the fire department's website, the fire started at around 4:30 p.m. Tuesday.More>>
A grass fire ignited a house in the 5400 block of Escondido Street, near Russell Road and Spencer Street, Tuesday afternoon.More>>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 9:50 PM EDT2013-06-19 01:50:28 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- A Las Vegas Metropolitan Police officer has been relieved of duty after pleading guilty to charges of possession of a controlled substance. Officer Ramin Amely was charged with two felonyMore>>
A Las Vegas Metropolitan Police officer has been relieved of duty after pleading guilty to charges of possession of a controlled substance.More>>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 7:14 PM EDT2013-06-18 23:14:30 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- Three major resort projects in Las Vegas could be the boost the local economy needs. The construction and hospitality industries have struggled since the recession, but signs of a reboundMore>>
Three major resort projects in Las Vegas could be the boost the local economy needs. The construction and hospitality industries have struggled since the recession, but signs of a rebound are emerging.More>>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 7:08 PM EDT2013-06-18 23:08:21 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- Clark County residents could soon be paying nearly 3 cents more a gallon for fuel, depending on a decision by county commissioners. The Nevada Legislature recently approved a bill that allowsMore>>
Clark County residents could soon be paying nearly 3 cents more a gallon for fuel, depending on a decision by county commissioners.More>>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:18 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:18:45 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- A domestic violence nonprofit organization that helps rescue women from violent relationships, is now itself in need of saving. Safe Faith United might have to shut its doors July 1 becauseMore>>
A domestic violence nonprofit organization that helps rescue women from violent relationships, is now itself in need of saving.More>>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:26 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:26:50 GMT
HENDERSON -- Imagine tens of thousands of children around the world learning to swim all at the same time. That's what happened Tuesday as part of "The World's Largest Swimming Lesson." The swimmingMore>>
Imagine tens of thousands of children around the world learning to swim all at the same time. That's what happened Tuesday as part of "The World's Largest Swimming Lesson."More>>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 3:33 PM EDT2013-06-18 19:33:34 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- Motorcyclists and local authorities are using "Ride to Work" day to remind everyone to share the road. This year, there has been 16 motorcycle deaths in Nevada. John Cahill is an experiencedMore>>
Motorcyclists and local authorities are using "Ride to Work" day to remind everyone to share the road.More>>
LAS VEGAS -- You can walk down the Las Vegas Strip and see construction has been one of the hardest hit industries in the recession. But those stalled projects are now costing some Clark County workers their jobs.
Clark County Development Services is in charge of new construction, permits and inspections. But with most projects on hold, there is not as much for them to do. Sixty people are being handed pink slips Friday.
Development Services used to be one of the county's busiest offices. There were 600 employees in 2006. Friday. they will be down to 170.
Only 5,000 new homes were built and sold last year, compared to 20,000 in a normal year. That decline means less demand for development services.
Clark County has 1,100 job vacancies, but they are not filling most of them.
