Las Vegas Newspaper

09/04/2026

Think someone else may be using your Wi-Fi?

A slow connection or an “unknown device” on your router doesn’t automatically mean you’ve been hacked — but it’s worth checking.

Here’s how to see who’s connected, identify unfamiliar devices, and secure your network if something doesn’t belong.

Read the full guide: https://lasvegasnews.co/s/ckmfbWEsSf

If your internet suddenly feels slow or an unfamiliar device appears on your router, it is reasonable to wonder whether someone else is using your Wi-Fi. Here is how to check — and what to do before assuming you have been hacked.

09/04/2026

A new LVMPD police station is now open in East Las Vegas — but Thursday’s ribbon-cutting carried a much deeper meaning for the officers moving inside.

One fallen officer should have been moving in with them this week, while another officer’s memorial will remain untouched as a major renovation begins.

Read what’s changing for East Las Vegas and Southeast Area Command.

https://lasvegasnews.co/s/zRixddBzBr

LVMPD Southeast Area Command

The new police facility on South Hollywood Boulevard is temporarily housing the Southeast Area Command during an approximately nine-month renovation, while setting the stage for a permanent new LVMPD command serving East Las Vegas.

09/02/2026

OpenAI says its upcoming Astra model can find previously unknown zero-day vulnerabilities and build working exploit chains with far less human guidance.

That could be a breakthrough for defenders or the beginning of a much faster cybersecurity arms race.

Are businesses and networks ready for AI that can find weaknesses at machine speed?

Las Vegas Newspaper breaks down what this could mean for businesses, networks—and everyone connected to the internet.

Read the full breakdown:
https://lasvegasnews.co/s/TQEjwAzeGV

OpenAI says its upcoming Astra model can discover previously unknown software vulnerabilities and build working exploit chains with far less human guidance — a capability the company now classifies as “Critical.”

09/01/2026

A Las Vegas bootmaker that started in a garage is now celebrating a major milestone on Fremont Street.

Old Country Boots is preparing for its Sept. 10 grand opening at Neonopolis, with Mayor Shelley Berkley, Councilwoman Shondra Summers-Armstrong, Rohit Joshi, and representatives from the offices of Gov. Joe Lombardo, Rep. Congresswoman Dina Titus and Sen. Jacky Rosen listed as part of the event.

The story behind the boots — and the journey from a garage workshop to downtown Las Vegas — is just as interesting as the guest list.

https://lasvegasnews.co/s/VjztERv8MC

09/01/2026

A $40 million housing community unlike anything else in Nevada has opened near downtown Las Vegas. Visions Park offers 99 affordable apartments designed around people who are blind or have low vision—and the waiting list is open.

See who may qualify, how to apply, and how regional public funding helped build it:
https://lasvegasnews.co/s/REaizQdHJZ

The $40 million community near downtown Las Vegas combines deeply affordable apartments, accessible design and optional support services beside the Blind Center of Nevada.

09/01/2026

Congresswoman Dina Titus joined the City of Las Vegas Government in highlighting $1.6 million in federal funding for safety improvements at 281 school-zone locations across the city.

The Vision Zero project aims to enhance warning systems, improve crosswalk visibility, update signage, and refine pavement markings to make daily trips safer for students, families, and drivers.

We reviewed the federal records behind the announcement and how the full $1.6 million is structured

Read more: https://lasvegasnews.co/s/CH4mcSsn8h

Las Vegas will receive $1.6 million in federal funding for Vision Zero safety upgrades at 281 school-zone locations, including improved flashers, crosswalk visibility, signage and pavement markings.

09/01/2026

Lionel Richie’s latest hospitalization comes just weeks before six scheduled shows at Wynn Las Vegas — and fans are watching closely.

The Vegas dates haven’t been canceled, but this is the second health scare on his tour:
https://lasvegasnews.co/s/bWB6df4vix

Wynn Las Vegas

Lionel Richie has been hospitalized following a St. Louis performance, weeks before six scheduled shows at Wynn Las Vegas. Here's what is known about his condition and upcoming Vegas residency.

08/31/2026

Southern Nevada firefighters are helping keep Elko County covered while local crews battle wildfires.

The strike team includes personnel from Las Vegas, Las Vegas, County, Henderson and Boulder City.

Read more:
https://lasvegasnews.co/s/WGYjE3adQm

Elko County Ambulance Service

Southern Nevada firefighters are helping maintain fire, EMS and 911 coverage in Elko County while local crews remain committed to wildfires across northeastern Nevada.

08/27/2026

What if students never had to search for Wi-Fi just to finish homework?

Las Vegas Smart City plans to add eduroam access so eligible students and educators can connect more seamlessly, while free public Wi-Fi remains available for the community.

Should student internet access be treated like basic infrastructure?
Could this help the Historic Westside?

https://lasvegasnews.co/s/55ARWG8HCZ

Las Vegas Smart City plans an eduroam access layer for students, building on secure roaming, free Wi-Fi and Historic Westside digital-inclusion goals.

08/26/2026

When one Nevada community is stretched thin, others step in.

Firefighters from Clark County, Las Vegas, Henderson, Boulder City and North Las Vegas are deploying to Elko County as the Oxley Fire grows beyond 11,000 acres near Wells.

Their mission goes beyond fighting flames. Southern Nevada crews are also helping maintain 911 response capacity while local resources are committed to multiple wildfires.

It is a strong example of Nevada communities supporting one another when it matters most.

Read the full story:
https://lasvegasnews.co/s/g23QW5k7G3

Clark County Fire Department Clark County, Nevada

Southern Nevada firefighters are deploying to Elko County as the Oxley Fire grows beyond 11,000 acres near Wells, threatening homes and stretching emergency resources.