As the 2026 FIFA World Cup descends upon North America, Las Vegas is positioning its massive resort pools and high-definition screens as the ultimate viewing destination for international soccer fans.

Fundraising, name recognition and messaging strategies all contributed to the more than 40-percentage-point gap between the top two Democratic contenders.

Las Vegas Strip casinos have suffered a fresh financial blow, with regulators reporting an 81% year-on-year drop in net income in 2025.

In the 1990s, the stateline town of Primm, Nev., boomed with three resorts, a concert arena, an outlet mall, and a complement of attractions — including what was once the world's tallest roller coaster.On July 4, Primm's last operating resort will close, effectively shutting down the highway stop-turned-mini-destination — that is, until another entity steps up to take over operations and ostensibly revitalize it.

The history of UNR traces back to 1862, when congressman Justin Morrill introduced the Land Grant College Act. The goal was to enhance higher education in the United States. But Morrill and his fellow Republicans also wanted to expand knowledge in certain areas.

If you're new to the state or just visiting, you may have been met with eyerolls whenever you try to say Nevada. Nevada is famous for having a name that people constantly mispronounce, and it's easy for locals to tell you're out of place if you utter it wrong.