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Hawk Fire Burns Over 13,000 Acres in Nevada
The human-caused Hawk Fire grew to approximately 13,000 acres by Sunday afternoon, forcing evacuations for nearly 90,000 residents in Reno. Governor Joe Lombardo declared a state of emergency as the blaze destroyed structures and injured six people.
Body of Alisa Goods Found Near Las Vegas Airport
Authorities found the body of Alisa Goods in a drainage ditch near Harry Reid International Airport on August 20. Police determined text messages sent from her phone were from scammers using spoofing technology.
ICE Arrests Australian Citizen At Los Angeles Airport After Las Vegas Attempt
ICE agents attempted to detain Phu Nguyen at Harry Reid International Airport Vegas Monday. The 57-year-old Australian citizen was arrested Tuesday in Los Angeles and remains in federal custody.
Southern Nevada Health District Team Provides Care to Unhoused in Las Vegas
Southern Nevada Health District treated unhoused people in Las Vegas. The Street Medicine team brings primary healthcare directly to patients and secured a $490,000 grant to expand care capacity.
Enhanced Games Hold Inaugural Event Allowing Performance Drugs
The Enhanced Games hold their first sports event with athletes using FDA-approved performance-enhancing drugs. Founder Aron D'Souza aims to study effects under medical supervision while some experts express safety concerns.