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A Las Vegas nonprofit that puts instruments in the hands of students, veterans, and at-risk youth just received $5,000 through an employee-driven giving campaign. Life By Music has donated over 700 instruments and served nearly 4,000 children in the past decade.
Commercial real estate professionals across Las Vegas are teaming up to support hundreds of young people experiencing homelessness through donation drives and volunteer events. Eight industry organizations are joining forces to pack hygiene kits, prepare meals, and deliver essential supplies to Nevada's most vulnerable youth.
Project 150 has helped more than 700 Southern Nevada teens reach college and vocational training through scholarships over the past 15 years. This year alone, over 100 students will receive support to pursue their dreams.
The massive Las Vegas Sphere turned into a glowing Moon this week to celebrate NASA's historic Artemis 2 mission. The 516-foot entertainment venue displayed the Orion spacecraft circling a picture-perfect lunar surface as four astronauts prepared to splash down after humanity's first Moon flyby in over 50 years.
MGM Resorts now runs all its Las Vegas Strip properties on solar energy during daylight hours, doubling its renewable energy capacity overnight. The milestone moves one of America's most energy-hungry destinations closer to round-the-clock clean power by 2030.
Over 3,500 people will learn lifesaving CPR skills at Allegiant Stadium on June 13 while attempting to break a Guinness World Record. The Las Vegas Raiders and Intermountain Health are turning the massive event into a free community training day that could save countless lives.
Basketball is finally coming home to Seattle after 18 years, and Las Vegas is joining the party. The NBA officially voted to explore adding two new teams, with a decision expected by year's end.
The Las Vegas Raiders will host 5,000 people at Allegiant Stadium on June 13 to attempt breaking the Guinness World Record for most CPR training sessions in 12 hours. The event combines community spirit with teaching a skill that saves lives.
Las Vegas Metro Police Search and Rescue teams successfully rescued multiple hikers in distress at Red Rock Canyon this weekend. The lifesaving operations showcase the dedication of first responders keeping outdoor adventurers safe.
Six athletes from Las Vegas, New Mexico brought home 14 gold medals from the state Senior Olympics, proving age is just a number. The winning streak earned them spots at the 2027 National Senior Games in Oklahoma.
Las Vegas is kicking off Earth Month with a free event where residents can test drive electric vehicles, drop off recyclables, and enjoy food trucks at Allegiant Stadium. It's a no-pressure way to explore whether an EV fits your life while doing something good for the planet.
The American Cancer Society's Game Changer Gala takes place this Saturday in Las Vegas, bringing together survivors and supporters to fund critical cancer research. Colon cancer survivor Tori Lyons will share her story at the event.
A major casino company just proved that big business can hit ambitious climate and people goals ahead of schedule. Las Vegas Sands exceeded every target it set for workers, communities, and the planet between 2021 and 2025.
A father and son's quick thinking turned a routine drive home into a life-saving rescue when they spotted flames engulfing a Las Vegas backyard. Daniel Pidit pulled over, evacuated the family, and fought the fire with a garden hose until firefighters arrived.
Two Las Vegas high school seniors just became the first students in their city to win the Davis New Mexico Scholarship, each receiving up to $400,000 to attend prestigious universities. Their achievement opens doors for future students in a community that's been working toward this moment for years.
When a hiker suffered a suspected stroke on a remote Las Vegas trail, a coordinated rescue team swooped in to save their life. The dramatic Sunday afternoon rescue shows how trained volunteers and emergency crews work together to protect outdoor adventurers.
When gunshots rang out at a Las Vegas grocery store, barbershop owner Darius Alston had already gotten his family to safety. But when he heard a stranger calling for help, he ran back inside to stop the gunman.
Young cancer patients in Las Vegas now have an underwater adventure waiting for them during medical visits. The new "Under the Sea" exam room turns clinical appointments into treasure hunts complete with hidden symbols and colorful marine life.
Benji Sanchez, an 11-year-old who beat childhood cancer three times, partnered with Critical Care Comics to combat a critical blood shortage in Las Vegas. The initiative comes as hospitals nationwide lost over 2,000 blood donations due to severe weather, with cancer patients relying on a quarter of the nation's blood supply. #
Starting this summer, Uber riders in Las Vegas can hail a ride in Zoox's purpose-built robotaxi, with Los Angeles joining in 2027. This marks the first time Amazon-owned Zoox has partnered with another platform to expand autonomous rides.
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