Ryan Ketcham

Las Vegas

Reporter at KTNV-TV (Las Vegas, NV)

Articles

Classmates of McKenzie Scott call for roadway safety changes after fatal crosswalk crash

6 days ago | ktnv.com | Ryan Ketcham

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — The Arbor View High School community showed up at the CCSD Board of Trustees meeting Thursday night, calling for change in honor of McKenzie Scott, a senior hit and killed last Friday by a suspected DUI driver. I spoke to some of her former classmates to learn what actions they want taken in the wake of this tragedy.
3 deadly pedestrian car crashes in 5 days, the issue plaguing our community

1 week ago | ktnv.com | Ryan Ketcham

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — In the span of just five days, two more people have been hit and killed while walking our valley streets since the deadly car crash that claimed McKenzie Scott's life. The first, happened in Summerlin near Charleston Boulevard and Town Center Drive Monday night.
Former FBI agent offers tips to protect seniors from sophisticated online scams

1 week ago | ktnv.com | Ryan Ketcham

HENDERSON (KTNV) — Seniors in our valley may want to be aware of this. If you get a call from a number you don't know, an email from a fake address or suspicious links, be warned, these could all be attempts to steal your money. This is an issue several Sun City Anthem residents in Henderson, such as Sharon Deter, know all too well — and a story we here at Channel 13 have told time and time again as part of efforts to find solutions.
High home prices are forcing some locals out of Nevada, new affordability survey says

2 weeks ago | ktnv.com | Ryan Ketcham

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Whether you just moved to the Las Vegas Valley, or you've been here for decades, affordability is probably on your mind. WATCH | Why some longtime residents and families are feeling the greatest pressure from high home prices High home prices are forcing some locals out of Nevada, new affordability survey says It's the subject of a new survey that says nearly one in three Nevadans have considered moving out of the state because of sky high home prices.
Ahead of the state's biggest job fair Thursday, this woman shares how these events changed her life

2 weeks ago | ktnv.com | Ryan Ketcham

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Nevada has the highest unemployment rate out of any state in the nation, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics and here in Las Vegas, the rate is even higher. After hearing from many of you, the 'Original Spring Job Fair' later this week may bring some help for people trying to find employment.
Domestic violence murders soar in the Las Vegas valley. Experts tell us why

3 weeks ago | ktnv.com | Ryan Ketcham

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — At some point in your life here in Nevada, it’s possible you could encounter domestic violence. I’ve been looking into this issue plaguing our community. Here’s what I found. According to World Population Review, Nevada ranks the fourth-worst state in the nation when it comes to domestic violence this year.
Mortgage expert explains how rising rates will affect Southern Nevada homebuyers

3 weeks ago | ktnv.com | Ryan Ketcham

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — A little over a month ago, we reported mortgage rates were dropping, but on Wednesday, housing experts tell me that will no longer be the case. WATCH | So, what does this mean for homebuyers? Mortgage expert explains how rising rates will affect Southern Nevada homebuyers Rates are once again on the rise and could impact your ability to buy a home in the valley. “Is right now the right time to buy?
Campus for Hope CEO addresses concerns, shares security and safety outlook

3 weeks ago | ktnv.com | Ryan Ketcham

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Construction on Campus For hope is expected to begin this Fall, according to the new CEO Kim Jefferies. This project is a new transitional homeless facility that will be built at the current Southern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services site on Charleston and Jones Boulevard. This project has sparked up some controversy, so I brought your concerns to the project's CEO. Watch previous coverage: Campus for Hope project stirring up controversy for nearby neighbors. Here's why.
Multiple projects to increase affordable housing coming to North Las Vegas

4 weeks ago | ktnv.com | Ryan Ketcham

NORTH LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Affordable housing complexes are popping up all across our valley, but just how badly are these developments needed? I looked into the numbers to find out. Multiple projects to increase affordable housing coming to North Las Vegas “A lot of people really can’t afford a house, so I think it’s good it’s been good for them," said North Las Vegas resident Essie Cleveland. Cleveland lives across the street from affordable housing construction.
DUI punishments could become stricter with new Nevada bill

4 weeks ago | ktnv.com | Ryan Ketcham

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — State lawmakers are taking a closer look at an issue devastating our valley roadways: deadly DUI crashes. They are debating over a bill that could make the penalty stricter. I spoke to a couple of local advocates who want to see harsher punishments.