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Former Las Vegas casino executive gets a year’s probation in bookmaking money laundering case
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A former top executive for major Las Vegas casinos was given a year of probation Wednesday after admitting he allowed an illegal bookmaker to gamble millions of dollars at the MGM Grand and pay off debts in cash. Scott Sibella pleaded guilty in January to violating federal anti-money laundering rules that […]
Ex-congressional candidate pleads not guilty to Las Vegas hotel room murder
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- The former Republican congressional candidate and ex-wrestler charged with murder pleaded not guilty Wednesday to beating another man to death inside a Las Vegas hotel room.
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes — Movie Review
"Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes" is a slow-burn, something that audiences might find unappealing, but as the film finds its footing and makes its stakes clear, the compelling continuation of the "Apes" franchise hits a pleasing groove. Indeed, the film is enough of an acquittal to elicit more "Rise of the Dawn of the War for the Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes" sequels in the future, depending on the box office share "Kingdom" claims.
Las Vegas tourist plans to file lawsuit after botched tattoo claiming artist may have been under the influence
A Las Vegas tourist said she is planning to file a lawsuit against a tattoo shop after she received a tattoo from an artist who did not have a valid body art card.
Local organization offers access to sports for all kids in the Las Vegas area
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) – A Las Vegas organization continues creating a way for all kids in the area to have equal access to sports. One of the reasons why kids may not be able to participate in sports is the cost. If they could play soccer every day, Giovanni Parra and Jonathan Pineda said they would. […]
Student-led organizations hold rally on UNLV campus due to tensions overseas
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) – University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) student-led groups protested in support of Palestinians on campus Tuesday. The Tuesday protest came on the heels of others last week. The students attending shared their hope for peace, both in their demonstration and in the Middle East, calling for a ceasefire. Several student-led groups […]
Man arrested after shooting incident near Las Vegas valley gym
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) – A Las Vegas man was arrested after two illegal shooting incidents and a standoff with officers that left local gym goers at a standstill near the 215 and Flamingo Road last week, according to police. On Wednesday, May 1 Las Vegas Metro police responded to a home near Rainbow Boulevard and […]
CCSD to pay $5M to AI company to detect guns on campus
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) – The Clark County School Board is paying an AI company $5 million a year for weapons detection, according to a news release. Remark Holdings, Inc. issued an email on Tuesday announcing the partnership. “We are excited to deepen our relationship with the Clark County school system in providing safety solutions to […]
Truck driver’s medical clearance expired day after triple-fatal crash outside Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Video the 8 News Now Investigators obtained shows a truck driver on the wrong side of the road for nearly half a minute before colliding with a group of motorcyclists, killing three – in a crash state police once believed involved impairment but appears not to at all.
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