Las Vegas, NV

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — The driver of the truck that dislodged a clearance beam on a freeway, causing the beam to fall and kill a Las Vegas police detective, is now charged with vehicular manslaughter. Las Vegas Municipal Court records show that the city attorney's office filed a criminal...

Driver in crash with beam that killed Las Vegas detective charged with manslaughter

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — A suspect has been arrested for murder after a man was found shot to death in the east Las Vegas valley on Thursday, according to police. Steven McLucas, 42, was taken into custody and booked into Clark County Detention Center, Las Vegas Metropolitan Police said in a statement.

Suspect arrested for murder after man found shot to death in east valley

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — Officers shot and injured a suspect after he took out a gun at a casino west of the Las Vegas Strip Thursday night, according to Las Vegas Metropolitan Police. Detectives were surveilling a robbery suspect near Valley View Boulevard and Flamingo Road, LVMPD said in...

Police investigate officer-involved shooting near Flamingo, Valley View

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — Local police officers traded their badges for a lei to celebrate Asian Heritage Month. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) honored the month of May by recognizing the Asian and Pacific Islander officers who protect the community every day. The department's Asian Pacific Islander...

Las Vegas police officers perform dance for Asian Heritage Month

Las Vegas (KSNV) — The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating several suspects accused of vandalism. The department's Summerlin Area Command released several pictures of the suspects following the event on Friday, May 12, at around 11:50 am. MORE ON NEWS 3...

Police search for suspects accused of vandalizing Summerlin business

North Las Vegas, NV

Las Vegas (KSNV) — Officers with the North Las Vegas Police Department found some interesting creatures inside a car. On Thursday, police posted on social media about the encounter, saying red-eared slider turtles were found in the trunk of a car being processed by CSI. It was later discovered...

North Las Vegas police save stolen turtles found inside hot car

Las Vegas (KSNV) — A man has been arrested after police say he tried to impersonate his brother during a traffic stop thinking officers "would not find out the truth." Jorge Carriera was arrested on Tuesday, May 16, and is facing counts of burglary of a business, one count of being part of an organized theft ring, as well as three counts of lying to officials and impersonating someone else.

Arrest report: Man tries to impersonate brother to avoid going to jail

Colorado State

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — Foster children across the valley are finding ways to their forever families thanks to one organization. The Las Vegas community joined in recognizing Raise the Future for its work in connecting youth to adoption tools, programs, and family support. Las Vegas Fire and Rescue, Councilman...

Las Vegas Fire & Rescue honor 'Raise the Future' adoption organization

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — A man suspected of preying on homeless people near UNLV has been found competent to stand trial. 33-year-old Christopher Martell is accused of attacking five people and killing three of the victims. In this week's Operation Crime and Justice report, we break down the law...

Man accused in deadly stabbings near UNLV found competent to stand trial

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — A nuisance at times for Laurie Smith, but the gardener notices a bigger issue living next to the I-515 Charleston Boulevard interchange project. NDOT says their contractor, granite construction, deals with thieves taking copper wire and construction equipment batteries. There's also damage sometimes to fiber...

Theft continues on I-515, Charleston construction site

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — Local police officers celebrated the growth of their law enforcement family. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) welcomed 42 new officers during their graduation ceremony on Wednesday. MORE ON NEWS 3 | North Las Vegas police save stolen turtles found inside hot car. Sheriff...

42 new officers graduate from police academy

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — A driver is dead after crashing into a pole on a freeway ramp in Las Vegas Friday morning, according to authorities. The collision was reported just after 3:45 a.m. on the southbound U.S. 95 off-ramp at Jones Boulevard, Trooper Ashlee Wellman with Nevada State Police said in an email.

Driver killed in single-vehicle crash on US 95 off-ramp at Jones

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — It's not just their food that's good. Crazy Pita is also committed to giving back to the Las Vegas community. Owner Mehdi Zzarhloul joined us to share a taste of their menu and to talk about some of the work they're doing to help local non-profits.

Crazy Pita gives back to Las Vegas community

Henderson, NV

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — The city of Henderson is celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month with a furry new friend. Brooklyn is the city's new therapy dog dedicated to first responders and public safety personnel. MORE ON NEWS 3 | Homeward Bound to host Memorial Day weekend adoption event. The...

City of Henderson welcomes first full-time therapy dog

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — There will be a bit of relief for drivers this holiday weekend. A spokesperson says there will be no lane closures associated with road work for the Las Vegas Grand Prix from Friday, May 26, through Monday, May 29. Rolling lane closures for track paving...

Las Vegas Grand Prix road work schedule flexed for Memorial Day weekend

Paradise, NV

LAS VEGAS — In honor of their brothers and sisters who paid the ultimate sacrifice, veterans at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) will be walking 60 miles for the annual Operation Battle Born this weekend. Operation Battle Born is an annual march where UNLV student veterans and...

UNLV student veterans to walk 60 miles for annual Operation Battle Born

Las Vegas (KSNV) — The city of Las Vegas has opened up its pools just in time for summer break. According to the city, four more outdoor pools will open on Memorial Day weekend, which join the already open city pools across the valley. MORE ON NEWS 3 |...

City Of Las Vegas releases upcoming pool summer schedule

Las Vegas (KSNV) — Memorial Day weekend is here and that means we are kicking off the unofficial start of summer. This time of year can be stressful so why not take some time to focus on some self-care so you can live your best life this summer?. Joining...

Summer self care with Paul Zahn

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — It's a big holiday weekend here in Las Vegas. Thousands of travelers are expected to descend on the desert to take part in numerous events. Review-Journal columnist John Katsilometes joined us to explain what's going on around town.

John Katsilometes shares highlights for Memorial Day weekend

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — Passengers are advised to pack their patience ahead of traveling this Memorial Day Weekend. The holiday weekend is projected to be the busiest for air travel since the pandemic. MORE ON NEWS 3 | Harry Reid Airport gearing up for busy travel week ahead of...

Memorial Day Weekend expected to be busiest travel time since pandemic

Las Vegas (KSNV) — The Animal Foundation is sharing some paw-sitively new adoption numbers from last month. According to the shelter, a total of 593 pets were adopted in May. One hundred and forty of those were cats, 392 were dogs, and 61 were other types of pets. Additionally,...

Hundreds of dogs, cats at The Animal Foundation adopted in April

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — A Las Vegas Strip resort has come up with a very sweet way to pay tribute to the hometown champs. ARIA Resort & Casino has unveiled what it calls a pastry art masterpiece, on display at ARIA Patisserie. The display used 100 pounds of chocolate,...

ARIA creates massive chocolate display dedicated to Las Vegas Aces

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — The Las Vegas man who debunked one of MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell's claims about fraud in the 2020 election has explained how he did it. Computer scientist and entrepreneur Robert Zeidman wrote a column for Politico published Friday, a week after he filed a petition in federal court to claim his $5 million prize.

Las Vegas man who debunked Mike Lindell election fraud claim details how he did it

Las Vegas (KSNV) — You can get a new furry friend for a great deal this Memorial Day weekend. Half-price adoption fees will be offered at Homeward Bound Cat Adoptions, starting Friday, May 26, through Sunday, May 28. Standard adoption policies apply. Adoptions are held in person at the...

Homeward Bound to host Memorial Day weekend adoption event

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — The Memorial Day holiday weekend is almost here, and if you are still looking for something to do, we have you covered. AJ and Joanna from Sunny 106.5 joined us to share a little weekend warmup.

AJ and Joanna with Sunny 106.5 talk Memorial Day weekend warmup

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — The holiday weekend is approaching and local officials are joining the community to honor those lost. Woodlawn Cemetery will hold its annual Memorial Day service on May 29 at 9:30 a.m. The Silver Statesmen Barbershop Chorus will perform patriotic songs throughout the service. Mayor Carolyn...

Woodlawn Cemetery holding annual Memorial Day service

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Man accused of biting Las Vegas police officer during barricade to remain detained

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — A judge ordered the man accused of biting a Las Vegas police officer during a barricade situation on a public bus Monday...

Man accused of biting Las Vegas police officer during barricade to remain detained

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