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Las Vegas tourism is down. Some blame Trump’s tariffs and immigration crackdown

Las Vegas tourism is down. Some blame Trump’s tariffs and immigration crackdown

LAS VEGAS — Tourism in Las Vegas is slumping this summer, with resorts and convention centers reporting fewer visitors compared to last year, especially from abroad, and some officials are blaming the Trump administration’s tariffs and immigration policies for the decline. The city known for lavish shows, endless buffets and around-the-clock gambling welcomed just under 3.1 million tourists in June, …

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Las Vegas’ growing mosquito problem is ‘a ticking time bomb’

Las Vegas’ growing mosquito problem is ‘a ticking time bomb’

LAS VEGAS — If at one time it was thought mosquitoes couldn’t survive in desert climates, this city is a case study in how wrong that is. Mosquitoes typically prefer more tropical, humid conditions, but these biting machines have exploded in number throughout the Las Vegas Valley in recent years because of a host of changes. A mix of urban …

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‘SNL’ castmember Bowen Yang on ‘Wicked’ and ‘Las Culturistas’ : NPR

‘SNL’ castmember Bowen Yang on ‘Wicked’ and ‘Las Culturistas’ : NPR

Bowen Yang poses for photographers upon arrival at the BFI Flare Opening Gala for the film The Wedding Banquet in London, March 19, 2025. Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP hide caption toggle caption Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP For Bowen Yang, joining SNL as a writer in 2018, and then becoming a castmember the following year, was the fulfillment of a prophesy: during his …

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Las Vegas’ growing mosquito problem is ‘a ticking time bomb’

Las Vegas’ growing mosquito problem is ‘a ticking time bomb’

LAS VEGAS — If at one time it was thought mosquitoes couldn’t survive in desert climates, this city is a case study in how wrong that is. Mosquitoes typically prefer more tropical, humid conditions, but these biting machines have exploded in number throughout the Las Vegas Valley in recent years because of a host of changes. A mix of urban …

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How to watch Las Vegas Raiders vs. San Francisco 49ers on August 16, 2025

How to watch Las Vegas Raiders vs. San Francisco 49ers on August 16, 2025

Raiders Pregame Live on FOX5 (Las Vegas) Before kickoff, watch coverage on the team’s current matchup with last-minute news, transactions and analysis of the Silver and Black and their opponent. Pregame Radio Broadcast Raiders gameday broadcasts on Raider Nation Radio 920AM include the popular “Raiders Opening Drive” pregame show, beginning two hours prior to the game. Postgame Coverage Following the …

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Immigration crackdown causing ‘Trump slump’ in Las Vegas tourism, unions say | Las Vegas

Immigration crackdown causing ‘Trump slump’ in Las Vegas tourism, unions say | Las Vegas

The Trump administration’s immigration policies are affecting workers and driving, in part, a decline in tourism, including international tourists, to Las Vegas, according to workers and the largest labor union in the state of Nevada. Visitors to Las Vegas overall dropped 11.3% in June 2025, compared to the same month last year. According to the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors …

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4 things casinos have seen during the Las Vegas tourism downturn – KLAS 8 News Now

4 things casinos have seen during the Las Vegas tourism downturn  KLAS 8 News Now Las Vegas sees drop in tourism, hinting at broader economic woes facing the U.S.  NPR Vegas casino owner fires back at ‘exaggerated’ claims of Sin City’s demise  Fox News Las Vegas tourism slump linked to rising costs, expert analysis reveals  KSNV What the hell is going on in Las …

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Geno Smith, Pete Carroll ‘here at the right time together’ with Las Vegas Raiders — Andscape

Geno Smith, Pete Carroll ‘here at the right time together’ with Las Vegas Raiders — Andscape

HENDERSON, Nev. – Two pillars of the Seattle Seahawks’ success are cornerstones of the Las Vegas Raiders’ latest rebuilding project. Pete Carroll and Geno Smith – formerly Seattle’s head coach and starting quarterback, respectively – have reprised their leading roles in Las Vegas, joining the franchise’s ambitious makeover from the owner’s suite to the field. In addition to luring the …

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