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Imagine a world where acute gastroenteritis caused by norovirus—one of the most contagious viruses known to humankind—could be prevented with a simple tablet. With Vaxart’s innovative oral norovirus vaccine, we may be on the cusp of that reality. As norovirus continues to wreak havoc on public health, particularly among vulnerable populations, this breakthrough offers a ray of hope in the battle against viral infections.
UNLV’s Immigration Clinic reported the same, worrying immigrant activists who saw it as a potential precursor to further enforcement.
Statements and tributes are pouring in as Las Vegas and Nevada leaders remember the late casino executive and philanthropist Elaine Wynn.
Elaine Wynn, a philanthropist and one of the most successful women among Nevada casino executives, has died. She was 82 years old.
UNLV Officer in Charge Chris Heavey issued an emailed statement on behalf of the university, where, in 1989, she funded the Lee Pascal Rose Garden in honor of her mother, Lee Pascal. The garden is populated with “Show Biz,” roses, symbolizing the Wynn family’s prominence in the gaming and entertainment world. She also served on the UNLV Foundation board of directors from 1983 to 2008 and was board chair from 1985 to 1991. She was granted trustee emerita status in 2008 and in her years of service to the board, Wynn helped raise millions of dollars for UNLV.
Shortly after the announcement that Elaine Wynn, a prominent philanthropist who co-founded a casino empire in Las Vegas, had passed away, reactions from the community came pouring in.
Shortly after the announcement that Elaine Wynn, a prominent philanthropist who co-founded a casino empire in Las Vegas, had passed away, reactions from the community came pouring in.
Without any official communication from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) about when it plans to make arrests in the field, immigration advocates say they have mostly had to rely on confirmation from eyewitnesses, local law enforcement, and word of mouth to learn about the extent of enforcement in Nevada since President Donald Trump has promised to crack down on illegal immigration.
Elaine Wynn, the co-founder of a collection of Las Vegas casinos, has died at 82. The family foundation confirms her passing in a news release just before 6 a.m. Tuesday morning.