As Nye County investigates a vehicle chase in Las Vegas last month that ended after the deputy’s patrol car appeared to ram the suspect’s motorcycle, questions remain as to whether the deputy exercised best practices not only in initiating the chase but also in how he ended the pursuit.

Federal immigration enforcement and local law enforcement cooperation remain at the center of a continuing legal fight in Southern Nevada, as the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and the ACLU of Nevada battle over Metro’s 287(g) agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

After a weeks-long trial against Duane Davis for the murder of Tupac Shakur, jury deliberation wrapped up in only three hours on Monday. Former Assistant Special Agent of the FBI Las Vegas field office, Ray Johnson, says the message in the courtroom is clear — justice was served.

Decades after Tupac Shakur's shocking murder, jury selection began today in the trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis. Prosecutors say he ordered the 1996 drive-by shooting that killed the legendary rapper.

A botched arrest attempt by federal immigration agents last week at Harry Reid International Airport departed from several standard law enforcement practices, according to a retired FBI special agent who reviewed the incident.

The incident raised questions about Nevada's Castle Doctrine, which can justify a homeowner's use of deadly force when they reasonably believe they or others face an imminent threat.

While the official festival kicks off Friday, a parade is set to run through the Las Vegas Strip tomorrow to usher in the event. With the large crowds expected, experts are emphasizing the importance of planning for security concerns, heat safety and potential medical emergencies.

Heightened tensions tied to the conflict in the Middle East, along with a recent shooting in Austin that left at least two people dead last weekend, have prompted renewed warnings from former FBI officials about the risk of terrorism and the importance of reporting suspicious behavior.