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North Las Vegas Contractor Rebrands as Restoration Firm
A North Las Vegas construction company has changed its name to Desert Valley Restoration, signaling a shift in how it wants to be known across the valley.
Read storySuffolk Adds Two Leaders to Las Vegas Team
The construction giant is bolstering its Las Vegas leadership with a new hire and an internal promotion as it continues to pursue large-scale gaming, hospitality and luxury residential work in the valley.
Read storyAmazon plans nearly 1,000 white-collar layoffs
The latest round of cuts lands as the e-commerce giant trims staff across its stores division and other units.
Read storyUNLV hospitality majors get a front-row seat to Vegas
A new UNLV bachelor’s program is leaning on the city’s biggest classroom: the Strip, its venues and the industry networks that power both.
Read storyLas Vegas blinds company earns local praise across the valley
A window coverings business serving Summerlin and the wider valley is leaning into a hometown reputation that appears to be paying off.
Read storyAlorica expands global delivery network in the Philippines
The call-center and customer experience company is adding a new site in Cagayan, reinforcing a global footprint that supports its operations across markets.
Read storyConservative Bus Tour Targets Data Center Transparency
A conservative group is taking its case to Clark County, arguing communities should have more say before data centers move in.
Read storyChina factory growth offers economic relief
A new government survey showed factory activity expanding for the first time since June, a welcome sign for the broader economy.
Read storyNevada Business Indicators Point to Steady Late-Year Growth
New statewide economic data show employment gains, taxable sales growth and gaming revenue trends that matter for workers, landlords and business owners across Clark County.
Read story24 Hour Fitness is betting on Summerlin growth
The gym chain is looking to expand again in Las Vegas as it leans into a remodeled Summerlin club and a market that still rewards convenience, amenities and neighborhood access.
Read storyLas Vegas Crane Counts Dip as Construction Cools
A new index suggests the valley’s construction pipeline is slowing even as activity rises in most U.S. cities.
Read storySphere Hotels Emerge as New Stay Strategy for Visitors
Condé Nast Traveler’s guide points travelers toward nearby hotels that make it easier to walk to the Sphere.
Read storyWomen Inspiring Nevada Spotlights Enterprise Bank’s Market President
A Las Vegas Sun profile highlights Vjollca Tarjan’s rise at Enterprise Bank & Trust and the leadership style she says is rooted in strong values.
Read storyLas Vegas Studio Leader Gets New Growth Role
A gaming-industry executive is taking on a new leadership post in Las Vegas as companies continue betting on studio innovation.
Read storyNBA Expansion Debate Raises Arena Questions
As Las Vegas remains in the mix for NBA expansion, a new arena could reshape the city’s event business and its competition for dates.
Read storyHPE Forecast Boost Signals More AI Work Ahead
Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s stronger outlook points to continued demand for AI and networking gear, a trend with direct implications for Las Vegas’ tech and conference economy.
Read storyNetApp Brings Data and AI Conference to Las Vegas
The tech industry’s attention turns to Las Vegas later this month as NetApp prepares to host a conference focused on data and artificial intelligence.
Read storyLVCVA Launches 5-Day Sale to Fill Vegas Rooms
The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority is rolling out a limited-time travel sale with discounts of up to 60% at resorts, plus deals on dining and entertainment, as the city looks to keep visitors coming through the fall.
Read storyLas Vegas Tourism Shows First Real Signs of Rebound
Visitor traffic is improving after a bruising year, but high prices remain the city’s biggest drag.
Read storyLas Vegas Valley mayors pitch a united business future
Shelley Berkley, Pamela Goynes-Brown and Michelle Romero are signaling that the valley’s biggest cities want to compete less with each other and more for growth.
Read storyWaymo starts public rides in Las Vegas
Autonomous ride-hailing has moved from a promise to a public service in Las Vegas, giving residents and visitors a new way to get around the valley.
Read storyAmpere Electric wins award after topping $4 million in new business
A Las Vegas electrical contractor says a new advertising push helped drive more than $4 million in business, underscoring how local firms are competing for growth.
Read storyWest Henderson gets a new social hub
Henderson Sport & Social is set to open in West Henderson on Oct. 16, adding another gathering place as the city’s west side continues to fill in.
Read storyLas Vegas tourism split widens as economy turns K-shaped
A top tourism official says higher-income visitors are still spending in Las Vegas even as lower-income travelers pull back, a warning that could shape everything from Strip bookings to neighborhood jobs.
Read storyUnion Warns TPS Loss Could Hit Strip Workers
Labor leaders say thousands of service workers could lose temporary protected status, raising concerns for the hospitality economy that powers Las Vegas.
Read storyWynn Faces Anti-Union Labor Charges From Former Workers
Two former Wynn Las Vegas employees have filed federal labor charges accusing the Strip resort of retaliation tied to union support, adding fresh pressure to one of the valley’s biggest employers.
Read storyClark County opens a new path into public service
A free career fair at the Las Vegas Convention Center will connect job seekers with dozens of government employers across the valley.
Read storyNew Chinatown Loop stations bring Vegas transit closer
The Boring Company has approval for 19 more Vegas Loop stations, including four planned in Chinatown, deepening the network’s reach in the valley.
Read storyHenderson adds jobs as Haas plant nears debut
City leaders say more than 1,000 jobs are coming to Henderson, with a new Haas Automation factory among the biggest pieces of the expansion.
Read storyZoox Expands Driverless Rides to Harry Reid Airport
Autonomous robotaxis are now scheduled to begin airport trips this week, adding a new transportation option for travelers heading to and from the Strip.
Read storyGrocery Outlet sets Henderson opening date
A new discount grocer is preparing to open in Cadence, giving south valley shoppers another budget-friendly option near Lake Mead Parkway.
Read storyLas Vegas Restaurants Can Now Apply for Alcohol To-Go
City Hall has opened a new revenue stream for restaurants, allowing businesses to seek permission to sell alcohol for takeout.
Read storyNorth Las Vegas wins more tech jobs
Hyve Solutions’ plans for a North Las Vegas campus have cleared another hurdle, bringing 240 jobs closer to reality.
Read storyLas Vegas jobs outpace nation, but wages lag
A new report shows Southern Nevada’s labor market is still adding jobs faster than the country overall, even as pay gains trail behind.
Read storyHenderson gets a new discount grocer Sept. 3
Grocery Outlet is set to open in Cadence, giving southeast valley shoppers another low-cost option as the area keeps adding retail.
Read storyLas Vegas hotel mix-up leaves traveler at wrong property
A woman booked one Strip-area stay only to learn she had been placed at a different hotel she had tried to avoid.
Read storyLas Vegas Water District Fines Spark New Lawsuit
A new legal challenge is putting one of the valley’s most visible water policies under fresh scrutiny just as residents keep facing steep bills for heavy use.
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