Over 100 children have been hit by vehicles in the Las Vegas Valley just since the start of the school year — a number that is more than double the number of kids hit by cars at the start of the school year in both 2024 and 2023.

A new, fully online Bachelor of Science in cybersecurity degree at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) is preparing students for security analyst and risk management roles by combining technical and business training — an approach that UNLV leaders say mirrors the reality of modern cyber defenses.

As Krista Holloway watched a group of Arbor View High School students gather at a crosswalk outside the school Wednesday, she talked about why she started her volunteer crossing guard group.

More than six weeks have passed since Gov. Joe Lombardo’s office announced the State of Nevada had been breached by cyberattackers and Nevadans are still in the dark about the scope of the damage done, or whether the state has paid a ransom.

Highlights include live art demonstrations by First Friday Foundation artists, a print and paint art activation by local artist Pretty Done, and interactive science activities by UNLV Howard R. Hughes College of Engineering. Families can enjoy seasonal crafts, balloon artists, and face painters, while car enthusiasts can admire classic cars presented by The Mustang and Classic Ford Club of Las Vegas.

UNLV cybersecurity director Greg Moody’s phone was blowing up after news broke of a massive August 24 cyberattack on the state of Nevada’s network. When the dust settled, the general consensus among his peers was that it was unprecedented in scope.

As artificial intelligence explodes worldwide, a Las Vegas Valley cybersecurity expert explained how scammers can take advantage of the technology to create targeted attacks.

The "Safe and Warm" initiative has returned to enhance the visibility and protection of walkers and bikers during the winter months. This initiative comes in response to recent pedestrian, e-bike, and e-scooter fatalities in the valley.

From the Las Vegas dry cleaner to the ritzy multimillion-dollar casino, cyberattacks are continuing to bring the city to a halt, but university professors have had enough.

From the Las Vegas dry cleaner to the ritzy multimillion-dollar casino, cyberattacks are continuing to bring the city to a halt, but university professors have had enough.

Police officers across Southern Nevada are ramping up efforts to enhance safety for bicyclists as part of a county-wide push to prevent deadly crashes and remind drivers to share the road. The initiative comes as cyclists face increasing dangers on busy roads while commuting to work, running errands, and making deliveries.

Crash data shows that 54 Las Vegas Valley high school students were struck by cars off campus in the 2024-2025 school year, exceeding total numbers for middle and elementary school students.