State News
Monday, May 4, 2026 · Henderson
Las Vegas Luxury Condo Market Surges After 15-Year Lull
After more than a decade without new residential high-rises, Las Vegas is experiencing a construction boom in luxury condominiums, with major projects breaking ground across the Strip, downtown, and Henderson. Developers are banking on renewed tourism and demand for ultra-premium housing to drive a market that has remained largely dormant since the Great Recession.
Lyten's $1B Lithium-Sulfur Gigafactory Boosts Reno Tech Park
Battery innovator Lyten is investing over $1 billion in the world's first lithium-sulfur battery gigafactory near Reno, Nevada, promising up to 1,000 high-tech jobs. The 1.25 million-square-foot facility in the Reno AirLogistics Park will produce 10 GWh annually, fueling Nevada's green energy surge. Phase 1 ships batteries in 2027, marking a milestone for domestic manufacturing.[1][2]
Monday, May 4, 2026
MGM Resorts Hits Record $4.5B Revenue on Las Vegas Convention Boom
MGM Resorts International shattered records with $4.5 billion in first-quarter net revenues, fueled by surging Las Vegas convention attendance that lifted Nevada's tourism engine. CEO Bill Hornbuckle credits packed event calendars and hotel upgrades for the Strip's first revenue uptick since 2024. As visitor numbers climb, the Silver State eyes sustained growth amid major tradeshows.
Monday, May 4, 2026
Reno Native Laczynski Earns Spot in 2026 AHL All-Star Classic
Tanner Laczynski, a Reno-raised forward for the Vegas Golden Knights' Henderson Silver Knights affiliate, has been selected to the 2026 AHL All-Star Classic after a stellar rookie AHL season. Replacing injured Pacific Division teammate Carl Lindbom, the 28-year-old leads his team with 36 points. His journey from northern Nevada ice rinks to national recognition highlights the Silver State's growing hockey pipeline.
Monday, May 4, 2026
Nevada Wolf Pack Stuns No. 4 Grand Canyon 84-80 in MW Quarterfinal Upset
The Nevada Wolf Pack men's basketball team rallied from a six-point halftime deficit to shock No. 4 seed Grand Canyon 84-80 in overtime during the Mountain West Tournament quarterfinals in Las Vegas. Free throws proved decisive in the thriller, marking the first time this season GCU lost a game after leading at the break. Reno fans erupt as UNR advances to the semifinals.
Monday, May 4, 2026
Raiders Ink Nevada Star Jamal Carter to Shore Up LV Defense
The Las Vegas Raiders have signed hometown defensive standout Jamal Carter to a multi-year deal, injecting local pride into their linebacker corps ahead of the 2026 season. The UNLV product, born and raised in Nevada, brings proven NFL grit to a unit hungry for bolstering. KTNV Channel 13 first broke the news of this Silver State homecoming.
Monday, May 4, 2026
Las Vegas Schools Surplus 1,200 Staff Amid $50M Budget Cuts
Clark County School District is surplusing over 1,200 employees from their schools this fall due to a $50 million budget reduction, driven by declining enrollment. Union leaders assure no layoffs, with staff expected to transfer amid persistent teacher shortages. As Nevada's largest district braces for upheaval, questions loom over classroom impacts.
Monday, May 4, 2026
UNLV Bolsters Athlete Mental Health with Counseling, TOPPS Program
At the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, student-athletes now have expanded access to free mental health screenings, counseling and the proven TOPPS program amid rising concerns over stress, substance use and performance pressures. UNLV's Sport Psychology team is tackling stigma head-on in a high-stakes sports culture. As 80% of trial participants showed mental health issues, these initiatives aim to keep Rebels thriving on and off the field.
Monday, May 4, 2026
LVMPD Nabs Suspect in 5 Henderson-LV Store Robbery Spree
Las Vegas Metro Police arrested a 32-year-old man tied to five armed convenience store robberies in Henderson and Las Vegas over the past month. The takedown ends a wave of violent holdups that terrorized clerks and customers in Southern Nevada. Authorities recovered key evidence linking him to the crimes, bringing relief to rattled store owners.
Monday, May 4, 2026
Nevada Approves Historic Water Rights Buyback to Combat Drought
Governor Joe Lombardo has signed two landmark bills into law that establish Nevada's first voluntary water rights retirement program, allowing the state to permanently remove groundwater rights from use in over-allocated basins. The initiative represents a major shift in how Nevada manages its most precious resource as the state grapples with persistent drought conditions and declining aquifers.
Monday, May 4, 2026