2587 stories by Ed Silverstein
NASCAR Weekend in Las Vegas Kicks Off with Strip Hauler Parade
A caravan of 18-wheelers once again traveled on the Las Vegas Strip Thursday to launch the annual local NASCAR Weekend. Last year, it was canceled because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Known as the Hauler Parade, approximately 40 rigs took part. They carried...
Luck Changes: Iowa Man Wins at Casino After Botching Theft of Bank ATMs
Iowa men initially had back luck when they failed in an attempt to yank an ATM machine out of a bank wall using a chain attached to a stolen pickup truck, authorities said this week. But later that January day, their luck...
Las Vegas Hookah Lounge Murder Defendant Claims He Was Shot Six Times in Gunfire
The man accused in the Las Vegas hookah lounge deadly shooting claimed in court Thursday he was “shot six times” during the melee. He sat in a wheelchair when appearing before a judge. But it is unclear if he suffered significant wounds....
Uber Driver Commits Suicide, Was Charged With Sex Assault of Las Vegas Strip Passenger
Dawed Mekonene, 30, an Uber driver who was awaiting trial on allegations he sexually assaulted a woman he picked up on the Las Vegas Strip, has died, according to a published report. He succumbed from self-inflicted injuries at a jail, officials said....
Oksana Baiul Joins Other Las Vegas Residents to Show Unity with Ukraine
A series of heartfelt gestures and formal gatherings are underway in Southern Nevada to show solidarity for the people and government of Ukraine given the Russian attack. Famed ice skater Oksana Baiul is scheduled to appear at a 3 pm rally on...
Encore Boston Harbor May Unfairly Compete with Smaller Theaters for Big Name Shows
Independent theaters located near Encore Boston Harbor are concerned about entertainment competition from the casino or at a proposed entertainment complex located near the Everett, Mass. venue. They say it could hurt their bottom line. The gaming property has already sold tickets...
Las Vegas Suspect Arrested on Murder, Attempted Murder Counts for Dozen Shootings
A 44-year-old man was arrested on a murder charge Tuesday in connection with the weekend shooting death of one victim in a hookah lounge east of the Las Vegas Strip. Lee Frank Wilson was also reportedly charged with 12 counts of attempted...
Las Vegas Strip Pedestrian Struck by SUV, Hospitalized with Critical Injuries
A 36-year-old pedestrian was fighting for his life after he was struck by an SUV on the Las Vegas Strip Tuesday, according to Metro police. He was listed in critical condition at University Medical Center hours after the accident, police add. The...
Las Vegas Cops Search for Partygoers Who Shot One Dead, Left 13 Wounded
The man killed during a weekend shooting in a hookah lounge east of the Las Vegas Strip was identified on Monday. Thirteen others were wounded during an exchange of gunfire at the lounge. An autopsy showed Demetreus Beard, 33, died as a...
Las Vegas Half Marathon Brings Back Visitors and Safety Concerns
Tens of thousands of runners took part in The Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas half marathon on the Strip this past weekend. The event went off without any noticeable issues, but Resorts World Las Vegas took extra precautions before the race. On...
