City Cast Las Vegas is a daily podcast and newsletter created by and for locals (and locals-at-heart) that’ll challenge the easy narratives... more
It’s been a heavy week of news in Las Vegas, and our thoughts are with the victims of both recent... more
On Wednesday morning, a mass shooting at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas saw three people and the shooter confirmed... more
The hype around the Sphere has been endless — and by all accounts, seeing a show at the Sphere is... more
About an hour away from Las Vegas on the south Nevada/California border sits the Amargosa Valley. Named for the Amargosa... more
Forget New York — Las Vegas is the real city that never sleeps. Our city has a higher percentage of... more
So it turns out that the London Sphere might still have a chance after all: the UK “Secretary of Leveling... more
When someone asks about the “quintessential” Las Vegas dining experience, you might say the buffets or high-end restaurants on the... more
The dust around our city’s very first Formula 1 Grand Prix has settled, and the countdown clock for next year’s... more
December is crammed full of festive gatherings, holiday events, and entertainment catering to both locals and the holiday tourist crowd.... more
Las Vegas might be the tourist capital of the world, but not everyone comes away happy. So executive producer Sonja... more
On Thanksgiving in 1966, Howard Hughes arrived in Las Vegas in the dead of night on a secret train from... more
F1 has come and gone — but our city is a house divided when it comes to the big race... more
Last week, 8 teens were arrested in connection with the brutal beating death of Rancho high schooler Jonathan Lewis, Jr.... more
Politico recently broke the news that NV Attorney General Aaron Ford is investigating the fake electors who attempted to overturn... more
A traditional Thanksgiving conjures up images of stuffed poultry, multiple place settings, and endless hours in the kitchen. But we’re... more
Formula 1’s Las Vegas Grand Prix is finally here and the reception to it so far has been… lukewarm. With... more
Mother Nature’s blockbuster Southern Nevada residency is suffering from its own success: Humans are increasingly crowding the beautiful places. Today,... more
It’s giving season (though the need for food items is year-round) — and you might be surprised by some of... more
After months of negotiations, at the 11th hour before F1 comes to Las Vegas, the biggest casino companies in Las... more
Dating in Las Vegas is already hard enough without the pressure to plan the perfect night to impress that special... more
The Nevada Independent and local PBS have just launched a new joint endeavor called the Nevada Democracy Project. Its goal... more
Retail pharmacies like CVS, Rite Aid, and Walgreens are shuttering hundreds of stores across the country. Las Vegas isn’t immune:... more
The moment that locals have been dreading all year is finally here: Formula 1’s Las Vegas Grand Prix. While the... more
Following the footsteps of the County’s controversial ban on people convicted of crimes from entering the Strip, the City is... more
This time of year in Las Vegas, the weather is mid-seventies and sunny, breezy, and just plain gorgeous — in... more
This month is going to be crazy busy in Las Vegas – we’re looking at you, F1 – so it... more
Today is Nevada Day, the anniversary of when Nevada became a state — and every Nevadan worth their salt knows... more
When someone who is clearly mentally unstable gets charged with a crime, everything shuts down and they get sent to... more
The two teens accused in the fatal hit and run case showed up in court this week for their trial... more
The idea of a “supper club” might conjure up images of midcentury glamour, big band music, and dapper outfits. But... more
In the wake of the Dobbs decision last year, 21 states banned or severely restricted abortion rights. But patients weren’t... more
Every city has its linguistic quirks (we’re looking at you, “HOW-stun” street in New York City) — saying things “right” is... more
No matter how much Las Vegas grows, we still see musicians on tour passing us over for cities like Boise,... more
By the time filing closed on Monday, 20 GOP candidates had put their name in the hat — or two... more
Once upon a time, buffets were as synonymous with Las Vegas as Elvis and gambling. But as our city’s tastes... more
When news broke of the cyber attacks on MGM and Caesars last month, Las Vegas was left reeling — and... more
Las Vegas might not be surrounded by lush green farmland, but believe it or not, the Vegas Valley is something... more
Whether you’re a scaredy cat or a full-on horror freak, Las Vegas has a range of events for everyone who... more
Just weeks before F1 is set to launch, the LVCVA has proposed a workaround for the 10,000 employees who will... more
The two-month-long Oktoberfest celebrations are well underway in Las Vegas and there’s more to it than just drinking beer! Today... more
Over the last few weeks, now-former Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Chandler Jones has had what appears to be a... more
With temps finally in the double-digits, Las Vegans have so many more options for camping nearby: We can pitch our... more
The Nevada State Board of Education (SBE) approved a proposal Wednesday which would require schools to apply for a waiver if they... more
National publications frequently run best-of roundups heralding the country’s top restaurants and bars; recent examples include the New York Times and Bon Appétit,... more
You can tell autumn has come to Las Vegas by the skin that’s still on your hands after you grab... more
Today is the first in a three-part series on fall getaways and now that October is here, no one can... more
Twenty-seven years after Tupac Shakur was murdered on a Las Vegas street, a local man has been arrested in connection... more
On Wednesday night, members of Culinary 226, the city’s biggest union, voted to authorize a strike. Their demands range from better... more
It’s not hard to find comedy in Vegas — if you’re willing to pay for it. There’s always some big-name... more
The newest (and brightest) addition to our skyline, The Sphere at The Venetian Resort, is truly a Las Vegas spectacle... more
Have you ever walked past a sculpture, mural, or… object in Las Vegas and wondered… why the heck did my... more
Books have been written, news segments filmed, and political speeches made about the storm tunnels under Las Vegas and the... more
A lot of outrage has been swirling around the Las Vegas community this week. First, Elon Musk incited a hate... more
One of the best things about Las Vegas is that we cater to every price point: From taco trucks and... more
Computer systems have been down for almost two weeks at MGM Resorts properties nationwide. What the company called a cybersecurity... more
Oddly enough, there are a lot of specially designated highways in Nevada, and with this perfect road trip weather, we... more
Concert crowds in Las Vegas vary with each tourist passing through our city. We’d love to blame them for the... more
In the wake of a massive cyber attack, the state’s largest employer is dealing with chaos at all of its international properties:... more
Transient is everyone’s favorite word in Las Vegas. It means that nothing and no one lasts long in this city.... more
As our host Dayvid Figler likes to say, Las Vegas is a city that people love to hate. And no... more
It’s been a big year for roads in Las Vegas, from “Dropicana” to F1 ensuring there is no shortage of orange cones... more
Life is Beautiful is a spectacular party — the three-day arts, music and culture festival takes over downtown, and in... more
The embattled Animal Foundation faces yet a new challenge this week, after a local rescue filed a lawsuit against the... more
What happens to a city like Las Vegas when supermarket competition goes away? Grocery store giants Kroger (which owns Smith’s)... more
We love our furry four-legged friends, but when it comes to public etiquette, have Vegas dog owners gone… too far?... more
The staycation is a great Vegas move — being a local means never having to leave town to become a... more
Our city’s fractious relationship with wild animals is once again back in the news: This time, it’s the Lion Habitat... more
A slice by any other name would still taste as sweet — or would it? Today, co-host Vogue Robinson sits... more
Most people know that the mob was heavily involved in shaping Las Vegas and our casino culture. That history combined... more
Vegas has always been a celebrity magnet, from the Rat Pack days to the red carpet Kardashian era. So what... more
The Southern Nevada Public Lands Management Act of 1998, or SNPLMA, is one of those wonky, obscure federal laws that... more
A lot of y’all scoffed when Hurricane Hilary actually reached our desert shores. Despite the state of emergency, the storm’s... more
Cottage kitchen laws allow people to run certain small food businesses out of their private residences and since 2018, Brett... more
Once again, school district drama is in the news: Southern Nevada’s largest teachers’ union, the Clark County Education Association, has... more
Nevada State College’s president, Dr. DeRionne Pollard, says the state college has been acting as a university for many years... more
We love our city, but let’s be real, we don’t love everyone who shows up here. So what are the... more
Today, we’re bringing you a special guest episode from our friends at Compassionate Las Vegas, hosted by Will Rucker. In... more
Clark County is busy setting up new rules for “PDDs,” or personal delivery devices — these are the food delivery... more
If you’re looking for the best grits, collard greens, and fried catfish in town, contributor Brent Holmes has some soul... more
It has all the makings of an HBO special: A pro-athlete turned illegal sports betting bookie. A secret black book... more
You saw the news earlier this summer about a string of casino heists — a guy posing as the owner... more
For over 50 years, Nevada has been the only U.S. state with legalized prostitution — but it’s only allowed in... more
It’s been a turbulent week in Las Vegas! First, a downtown food pantry is at risk of shutting down after... more
A new trend is sweeping Mexican food — and it’s actually ancient. Nixtamalization is a cooking method that uses calcium... more
Life is Beautiful is hosting the second year of the Rising Stars Competition, which will give local musicians the chance... more
Many people think the library is just a stuffy place for books and some librarian telling you to keep quiet,... more
The wild success of this year’s NBA Summer League in Vegas, with sold-out seats and all eyes on rookie superstar Victor Wembanyama,... more
Ever wondered why the Badlands Golf Course litigation continues to drag on — with a multi-million dollar price tag for... more
Tinned fish first started trending in 2017 with cafes and restaurants in major cities adding them to the menu, then... more
Our city’s love-hate affair with orange cones is basically canon at this point (remember that RTC “Love the Cone” ad campaign a few years back?).... more
After four years of litigation against big pharmaceutical companies, Nevada has won $1.1 billion in the fight to hold drug... more
You’ve probably seen the “We Buy Ugly Houses” fliers on the streets of Las Vegas promising quick cash in return... more
According to CCSD, it is officially the last week of summer — school starts on August 7th (yes). So today, co-hosts Vogue... more
Need an indoor activity to get you out of the house during this seemingly never-ending heat wave? Nestled into multiple... more
Tipping is a deeply-entrenched part of Vegas culture, perhaps more here than in any other city. But lately, it seems... more
Rick Lax has found the perfect formula for making viral videos, whether that means deep frying a whole watermelon or... more
Before 2016, not a lot of Nevadans knew the name Jacky Rosen. But today, she’s finishing up her first 6-year term as... more
It’s an annual complaint, sure, but can we all acknowledge that this year’s extreme freakin’ heat is on everyone’s minds... more
You’ve seen the videos: The best competitive eaters out there can scarf down dozens of hot dogs, donuts or tacos... more
Celebrities are already prone to rumors, but when they step foot in Las Vegas it’s almost too easy for the... more
At least according to recent home-buying trends, Millennials are thriving in Las Vegas right now. But how about Gen X... more
Last week, Wynn Resorts announced that the drilling for their section of the Vegas Loop was complete, putting them on track to... more
This week’s news has been dominated by people misbehaving — mainly, tourists gone wild. There was the nearly-naked brawl at the Wynn,... more
Outdoor dining has grown over the past few years but with Las Vegas’ scorching summers, you may think we have... more
Last week, conservation groups filed a lawsuit to stop exploratory drilling for lithium in an area super close to Ash Meadows,... more
Last month, the Clark County Commission voted to officially designate the neighborhood around Flamingo and Decatur“Little Ethiopia,” creating the county’s first-ever... more
It’s 110F this week, so outdoor recreation is basically out of the question for the next two months, right? Wrong!... more
The 4th of July celebrations kicked this week off with a bang as the MSG Sphere fully lit up for... more
It is a truth universally acknowledged that living in Las Vegas for any extended period means experiencing grief: Our city... more
Las Vegas is a city that sells sex… but when it comes to our sex shops, we’re actually kinda… basic.... more
Tell anyone you’re from Vegas, and you’re bound to get dumb questions: “Do you live in a casino? Does everyone... more
Not only have we learned that this month’s mind-boggling casino con was allegedly committed by a 23-year old, it’s apparently... more
Las Vegas has some Thai food heavy hitters: Weera, Ocha, Archie’s, and of course, the James Beard Award-winning Lotus of... more
Well, folks, it’s been a record-breaking year, but it looks like triple-digit temperatures are finally on deck this week. As... more
Is there something about Las Vegas, city of spectacle, that makes us especially prone to mythmaking? Journalist Corey Levitan thinks... more
Earlier this month, a ProPublica investigation uncovered a massive flaw in SNWA’s calculations: Their turf removal program, which was estimated... more
It’s been a WTF week of news in Vegas starting off with the major fire that overtook an unfinished 5-story... more
This year’s legislative session felt particularly grueling, with the addition of not just one, but two hotly-debated special sessions tacked... more
For a desert city, Las Vegas has surprisingly fresh fish. Combine that with our supply of international culinary talent, and... more
Yes, Vegas is known for its vices — and our gambling, smoking, drinking, clubs, and weed are exclusive to the... more
We are going into this Friday roundup celebrating our Golden Knights winning the Stanley Cup! Co-host Vogue Robinson is joined... more
Who doesn’t love ice cream? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Vogue Robinson sits down with food historian Sarah... more
As Nevada’s two largest metropolitan areas, Las Vegas and Reno have a sibling-like rivalry — our beef with Reno just... more
Las Vegas relies on the performers and creators who work to maintain the Vegas level of spectacle that keeps tourism... more
Events are popping up left and right this summer but as Las Vegas leans towards more big ticket events, where... more
Just when you thought this legislative session was over — it arises once again, zombie-like, to sine die another day. Since Wednesday... more
The legislature recently passed a bill that extends American Rescue Plan funds for universal free breakfast and lunch to ALL Clark County School District kids, at least... more
Vegas is a notoriously superstitious town — so we’re all just over here, trying to hold in our excitement as... more
While Nevada legislators passed a law that could make your prescription meds cheaper, Governor Lombardo vetoed the measure late yesterday.... more
The heat may be turning up but the entertainment in Las Vegas is not slowing down! For this first episode... more
Nevada, considered a relatively trans-friendly state (thanks to our largely libertarian streak of live and let live), has recently seen a rise... more
Picking the very best donut in Las Vegas is probably an impossible task. But — in honor of National Donut... more
The Las Vegas housing market is bucking national trends, at least slightly: While other cities are continuing to see their... more
Every few weeks, it seems like we get a new headline telling us that the much-publicized high-speed rail line between... more
The Commercial Center debacle is the (erm) gift that just keeps giving: To celebrate the renaming of the adjacent Karen Ave. to... more
Vegan or plant-based eating has been picking up steam recently and by all accounts the trend is here to stay.... more
Well, it looks like the Oakland A’s are one step closer to getting public financing for a new stadium in... more
The new racquet sport of pickleball has been sweeping the nation — here in Las Vegas, demand for the sport... more
A showdown over school choice is brewing up in Carson City: Governor Lombardo is prepared to veto the entire state... more
In this week’s news roundup, we discus some big money moves happening in Vegas. First, Nevada lawmakers are considering a... more
Korean food has seen an explosion of popularity in Vegas (and the U.S. broadly) over the last few years, but most of... more
You might remember from middle school science that protecting the ozone layer in our atmosphere is vitally important — but... more
Mayor Pamela Goynes-Brown made history last year when she was elected to the North Las Vegas mayoral seat — and... more
Deep in the Colorado River, monsters lurk in the murky waters — monster fish, that is, some the size of large... more
This week’s roundup deals with two of Vegas’ favorite topics, traffic and entertainment. The possible elimination of HOV lanes has... more
The world of Las Vegas wine has traditionally been dominated by master sommeliers and snooty connoisseurs — at one point, 10%... more
Take it from these old-timers: Navigating and surviving Las Vegas can be tricky. We’re an odd big-little town, where tourists... more
Congresswoman Dina Titus has been representing Nevada’s First Congressional District since 2013, and before that she served in state government... more
Las Vegas is arguably the spectacle capital of the world — and yet, when it comes to popular-but-not-quite-stadium-sized musical acts... more
The Nevada Democratic Party saw two of their members, Clark County Commissioner Justin Jones and Chairwoman Daniele Monroe-Moreno, make headlines... more
Las Vegas is only 117 years old, which is young in comparison to Los Angeles’ 241 years. (Not that we wanna be... more
The circus arts are a major attraction for Las Vegas, but have you heard of the Las Vegas Circus Center?... more
After years of effort from activists, government officials, and Indigenous tribes, President Biden finally protected Avi Kwa Ame by declaring... more
As the Nevada 83rd legislative session continues multiple bills have been introduced in an effort to curb rising rent cost... more
This Friday news roundup is a fun one: co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler are joined by Nevada Current reporter... more
Recently Vegas has joined the ranks of cities throughout the nation to approve cottage kitchen laws. These laws allow for... more
We are nearing the end of poetry month and the City Cast Las Vegas team couldn’t let it go by... more
Tax season may have officially ended last week, but some Las Vegans may still be feeling the heat. According to Fidelity... more
Graduation season is upon us! We’re starting to see high schoolers and college grads descending on scenic spots around Las... more
The A’s have just signed a binding agreement to purchase land for a new stadium near Tropicana and Dean Martin.... more
Cooking with cannabis has moved beyond the college dorm weed brownie. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Vogue Robinson... more
Artificial intelligence has arrived in Las Vegas, and it’s here to stay. Both Resorts World and the Cosmopolitan already use... more
The two most common legal options for funerals in Nevada (the traditional burial and cremation) are not the most environmentally... more
The dams built along the Colorado River some hundred years ago paved the way for Western cities to boom. Las... more
It’s one of the more hotly-debated legislative items this session: Nevada is one of just five states without a lottery.... more
Many of the foods we think of as quintessentially Filipino (chicken adobo, lumpia, and pancit) are actually the result of centuries of... more
Many Vegas natives wouldn’t think gardening in our climate makes a lot of sense, but as our spring weather finally... more
When Jordan Clark saw an e-bike in the lobby of his hotel a few years ago, he wasn’t sure he’d... more
Nevada lawmakers are discussing a bill that would decriminalize psychedelics like shrooms and ketamine. Advocates argue that this will help... more
The historic Huntridge Theater will light up its marquee neon sign tonight for the first time in two decades (event details here) — which developer... more
During the pandemic, Victoria Flores started a food pantry from her home to help her community on the Eastside have... more
The 2023 legislative session saw over 900 new bills introduced that ranged from serious to seriously curious. So how do... more
When AB168 passed in 2019, it required school districts across the state to integrate restorative justice into their disciplinary plans... more
We’re a city where visitors outnumber locals many times over. Tourism is the lifeblood of our economy, but it’s also... more
Monday was the last day for members of the Senate and Assembly to introduce bills for the 2023 session and... more
Ever since Ikea popped up on the south curve of the 215, the surrounding empty dirt lots have been filling up with... more
When you’ve got friends or family coming to town that you really, really like, you take them to the good... more
Last week, we asked our listeners and newsletter readers to tell us about the biggest tourist scams you’re all seeing... more
No place in Las Vegas has changed more in the past few years than the Arts District downtown. Over the... more
Some long awaited news finally came down the federal pipeline to Nevada: Avi Kwa Ame, the sacred land to Indigenous... more
The days of the dirt-cheap buffet and the 99 cent shrimp cocktail are long gone — and with inflation on... more
70 years ago, iconic Black musicians like Sammy Davis Jr. and Harry Belafonte might have graced the stage at Vegas... more
In Nevada and 11 other states, an obscure statute allows the trash company to put a lien on your home... more
If you follow any kind of Vegas news online, the algorithms will inevitably surface “gambling influencers” on your social media feeds.... more
Should animal abusers be put on a publicly-available registry, much like sex offenders are? That’s what one bill recently proposed... more
As Vegas creeps towards warmer weather, we find ourselves in the perfect season for brunch. But this is the entertainment... more
On the heels of the February closure of Village Square, the one movie theater in town that would regularly play... more
Yes, Las Vegas lights are visible from space and yes, you aren’t going to see much of the night sky... more
Mojave Max is Las Vegas’s most elusive celebrity… literally. Like all desert tortoises, he spends 95% of his life underground.... more
Vegas icons Siegfried and Roy’s massive jungle-theme palace has been put up for sale for $3 million. Does this signify... more
We’re “Mariana Trench” deep when it comes to the state of mental health in Nevada, Dr. Jim Jobin, psychotherapist and co-host of PodTherapy,... more
Las Vegas is one of the most well-known destinations in the world, yet the best known works about the city... more
Did y’all know that the four-time national goatee championship winner lives in Las Vegas? Patrick Dawson settled in Vegas and... more
It seems someone dropped Australian redclaw crayfish into the Wetlands Park, and that’s bad news for the native fish. They’re... more
Co-host Dayvid Figler leads our Friday news round up with producer Layla Muhammad and publisher of thelist.vegas, Andrew Kiraly. They... more
March is Women’s History Month — and Las Vegas has no shortage of trailblazing women who have helped make our... more
We all have our list of places to take people in Vegas that we like, but what about those we... more
At the end of last year, the Aria closed its buffet and opened up a food hall in its place. And not... more
Did someone say burlesque baking show?! Vegas entertainers Anaïs Thomassian, Melody Sweets, and Melissa King-Jules aka MsTickle bring us Sweets... more
For today’s roundup of the news, co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler are joined by contributor Michael “MJ” Lyle, a... more
News reports and social media are awash with photos and videos of coyotes roaming the streets of Las Vegas — but why? Are we... more
The Vegas Loop is an underground tunnel system connecting the Las Vegas Convention Center halls and two properties on the... more
Rents are crazy high, evictions are spiking, and now federal rent assistance is scaling back drastically. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler... more
In today’s roundup of the news, co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson and newsletter editor... more
Nevada lawmakers in DC say they’re on board with President Biden’s new Junk Fee Prevention Act, announced last week, with one... more
Cheyenne Kyle is a classically-trained chef with Strip credentials, a master gardener, and an entrepreneur. But when the pandemic hit,... more
If you’re out here trying to be single and mingle in Las Vegas, we feel for you — it’s not... more
Egg prices are outta control — they doubled over the course of 2022. So that’s got a lot of Las... more
It’s Friday (whoop whoop) and we’ve made it to the end of the week, which means you get to treat yourself to... more
Valentine’s Day can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be! Whether you’re heading out with your significant other(s), yourself,... more
News reports and social media are awash with photos and videos of coyotes roaming the streets of Las Vegas — but why? Are we in the... more