Greg Haas

Las Vegas

Data Reporter at KLAS-TV (Las Vegas, NV)

Broncos fan, Nuggets fan, bike rider. New lease on journalism's future at https://t.co/Ww9YlWLKbw after 31-year career at the Las Vegas Review-Journal

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Las Vegas Uber drivers concerned about lagging business with drop in tourism

1 day ago | 8newsnow.com | Jezzamine Wolk |Greg Haas

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — The latest report from the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority revealed the tourism slump continues in Las Vegas. Visitors were down just over 5% in April, compared to the same time last year. Rideshare drivers in the valley told 8 News Now it is affecting their business. “You can tell this city is not pulsing the way it used to,” Uber driver Valentino Xhakli said.
Woman says Henderson police treated her like ‘an animal,’ plans to sue

1 week ago | 8newsnow.com | Vanessa Murphy |Greg Haas

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — A woman who was struck by a Henderson police sergeant said she is working with an attorney to file a lawsuit. Sgt. Scott Alward is seen on video striking Nakeisha Kelly, 38, on Oct. 26, 2024. “You’re supposed to protect and serve the community,” Kelly told the 8 News Now Investigators. “You’re not protecting this community.”Kelly said she did not know she could file a complaint against Alward at the police department, and she did not know how to prove Alward struck her.
Metro police seize more than 800 pounds of illegal marijuana in northwest Las Vegas

1 week ago | 8newsnow.com | Greg Haas

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Metro police narcotics officers recovered more than 800 pounds of marijuana during an investigation involving an illegal growing operation on Thursday. Police said they executed a search warrant and found 814 pounds of marijuana at a residence in a northwest valley neighborhood near Alexander Road and Tenaya Way. A photo released by Metro police showed about 80 boxes of evidence lined up on the street. Officers said they dismantled the grow operation.
Federal lawsuit seeks halt to NV Energy's Greenlink transmission lines in Nevada

1 week ago | 8newsnow.com | Greg Haas

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — A lawsuit filed on Wednesday aims to stop NV Energy’s Greenlink West transmission line project, arguing government approvals failed to recognize what the project would mean for wildlife and pristine desert ecosystems. In essence, conservation groups are saying the government can’t see the forest for the trees. By approving the power line, government agencies are ignoring the impact of massive solar farms that will follow.
Lake Mead 'actively working' on temporary launch site north of Hemenway Harbor

1 week ago | 8newsnow.com | Greg Haas

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Lake Mead officials say they are “actively working” on a temporary launch site north of Hemenway Harbor. That could bring a bit of relief to boaters who are bracing for long lines as a project to extend the ramp at Hemenway nears, set to begin on Monday, June 2. An announcement on social media Wednesday afternoon dropped the news of the alternative site. “Details on this new location will be announced soon.
Republican Danny Tarkanian announces bid for Nevada attorney general's office

1 week ago | 8newsnow.com | Greg Haas

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Republican Danny Tarkanian announces bid for Nevada attorney general’s office

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Greg Haas

Republican Danny Tarkanian announces bid for Nevada attorney general’s officeLAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Republican Danny Tarkanian announced his candidacy for Nevada attorney general on Wednesday, joining Democrat Zach Conine in the contest to replace Aaron Ford. Tarkanian, son of legendary UNLV basketball coach Jerry Tarkanian and civic leader Lois Tarkanian, vowed “to defend Nevada families, and bring real accountability to the Attorney General’s office,” a campaign website said.
Extended Las Vegas tourism slump shows April visits down 5.1%

1 week ago | 8newsnow.com | Greg Haas

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Tourism slumped again in April, a monthly report from the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority showed on Wednesday. Visitor volume fell to an estimated 3,335,900 in April, down 5.1% compared to April 2024. LVCVA’s summary of tourism numbers cited “consumer uncertainty with evolving federal policies” as a factor in the decline. Through April, about 900,000 fewer visitors have come to Las Vegas this year compared to 2024 levels, according to the LVCVA.
Las Vegas Strip casinos win less, despite better luck at baccarat tables

1 week ago | 8newsnow.com | Greg Haas

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — April, typically one of the slower months for Nevada casinos, brought more declines as the state reported winnings on the Las Vegas Strip down nearly 3% compared to April of last year. And it could have been much worse if not for a big bump at the baccarat tables, where players lost more than $108 million for the month. Casinos benefited from this, as the win jumped by about 48% compared to March and 41% compared to April 2024.
'Top Gun' attraction flying into Las Vegas in 2028

1 week ago | wowktv.com | Greg Haas |Russell Falcon

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — A “Top Gun” attraction is in the works for Las Vegas, landing in 2028 on property near The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower, according to a Friday announcement. “Top Gun Las Vegas,” the working name of the project, aims to create “a pulse-pounding mission using state-of-the-art thrill ride systems and immersive technology that will redefine the meaning of adventure,” according to the news release. Fighter jet simulators are part of the ambitious plan.