Covering the week’s most noteworthy news stories impacting the lives of the Filipino-American community in the State of Nevada.
Tax-day roundtable spotlights capped federal deduction for tipped workers as administration sharpens economic message in Nevada LAS VEGAS — President Donald Trump traveled to Las Vegas on April 16, 2026, for a…
LAS VEGAS — A year after the formal designation of a cultural corridor in the heart of the Las Vegas Valley, community leaders are preparing to celebrate the first anniversary of…
LAS VEGAS — The trajectory for a National Basketball Association (NBA) expansion franchise in Southern Nevada has transitioned from speculative interest to a formalized exploratory phase, as Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo…
With immersive cocktail theater and boundary-blurring performance, Oddyssey signals what’s next for Las Vegas after dark. LAS VEGAS (March 6, 2026) – AREA15 officially unveils Oddyssey, a nightlife concept that trades velvet-rope spectacle for…
Las Vegas, NV— Filipino Town Las Vegas made history with the filming of its first-ever official music video, shot on the iconic Las Vegas Strip on January 31, 2026. The…
Unveiling Event Located At 525 S. Main St. Mayor Shelley Berkley and Councilwoman Olivia Diaz will join artist Krystal Ramirez to unveil a new piece of public art Thursday, Jan….
Upgraded facilities and a full slate of major trade shows position the city for a rebound in business travel LAS VEGAS – Tourism officials and industry analysts say Las Vegas…
LAS VEGAS – The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) Board of Regents has postponed a vote on a proposal that could increase university tuition by up to 12 percent…
LAS VEGAS — A new global urban-preferences study suggests that many young Las Vegans view the city as a temporary stop rather than a long-term home. The Gensler City Pulse…
Photos from Filipino Town Las Vegas facebook “Filipino Town is not just a location, it is a reflection of our cultural image, of who we are as Filipinos,” – Bernie…
October 17–26 at the Las Vegas, NV Store H Mart, the largest Asian supermarket chain in the United States, will host the “2025 Asian Food Festival” at its Las Vegas,…
Old Las Vegas (1960s–70s Strip) – Motels, Phillips 66 signage, and vintage neon displays lined the Las Vegas Strip during the 1960s–70s era. The image captures the Strip before the rise…
SEIU 1107 brings back the Communities United Multicultural Festival on Oct. 4, 2025, in Las Vegas, blending culture, food, and civic engagement ahead of Nevada’s pivotal 2026 elections. LAS VEGAS,…
Block 16 Urban Food Hall at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas LAS VEGAS — For decades, Las Vegas was defined by the casino buffet: towers of crab legs, endless dessert stations,…
Amazon-owned Zoox has launched free robotaxi rides on the Las Vegas Strip, offering fully driverless trips between five hotspots while awaiting state approval to charge fares. LAS VEGAS — Amazon-owned…
Buffalo Bill’s in Primm, Nevada, will close for two years while hosting occasional events to maintain its gaming license. Primm Valley Resort remains the town’s sole daily operator. PRIMM/JEAN,…
LAS VEGAS — Cooling stations across Southern Nevada are designed to prevent heat-related deaths, but many residents remain unaware of them or fail to recognize they are in one, according to…
LAS VEGAS – Nom Wah, New York City’s first and oldest dim sum restaurant, is bringing its rich legacy and celebrated Cantonese flavors to the west coast this fall, marking a…
A 12-year-old died on July 18, 2025, from a rare brain-eating amoeba after swimming in Lake Murray in South Carolina, near a Columbia reservoir. The infection was caused by Naegleria fowleri amoeba,…
Members of the Quindara family and community supporters address the media outside Clark County District Court in Las Vegas on August 4, 2025, following the sentencing of Christian Lentz for…
A rendering of the Brightline West high-speed train, designed to reach speeds of up to 200 mph and connect Las Vegas to Southern California by 2028. – Image courtesy of…
LAS VEGAS, NV [July 11, 2025] Ron Sumbang has been appointed as Liaison to Clark County by a unanimous vote on July 15, 2025 by the officers and board of Directors of Filipino Town…
Nevada’s $81 million I-15 South widening project enters final phase, adding lanes and modern infrastructure ahead of a December 2025 finish. Las Vegas, NV – A major road upgrade for one…
Bernie Benito – President LAS VEGAS, NV [July 11, 2025] — Bernie Benito, a well-known leader in the Filipino American community and resident of Las Vegas since 1972, has been…
Photo from HNTB.com LAS VEGAS— The Oakland Athletics officially broke ground on Monday, June 23, 2025, on their new $1.75 billion stadium on the Las Vegas Strip. The groundbreaking ceremony,…
CARSON CITY, Nev. — In a landmark move with national implications, the Nevada Senate has passed a bill requiring voter identification for in-person and mail-in voting, marking a rare bipartisan agreement…
Nevada’s Assembly passes a major bipartisan education reform bill reshaping school accountability, teacher recruitment, early childhood access, and student transfers statewide. CARSON CITY — Nevada lawmakers have passed one of…
Las Vegas Home Prices Are Rising Fast. Here’s What It Means for Working Families and First-Time Buyers. LAS VEGAS — Once seen as an affordable alternative to Los Angeles or…
Nevada’s attempt to end daylight saving time fails to meet legislative deadline, keeping clock changes in place for the foreseeable future. In a setback for advocates of a permanent time…
Las Vegas faces a growing housing crisis as costs soar and affordable options vanish. State efforts are underway, but deeper land and infrastructure challenges raise doubts. LAS VEGAS — Long…
