Stephanie Overton

Las Vegas

Digital Producer at KLAS-TV (Las Vegas, NV)

She/her - journalist - Digital producer at @8newsnow - Director of Comm. at @CCComics4kids - Entertainment enthusiast. All views on my account are my own!

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Empowering Asian & Pacific Islander professionals in the Las Vegas community

2 days ago | 8newsnow.com | Mary Jane Belleza |Stephanie Overton

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — One Las Vegas organization is amplifying Asian and Pacific Islander voices through community development and mentorship. Back in May 2022, Joyce Tse launched NAAAP, the National Association of Asian Americans Professionals Las Vegas chapter with the goal to support others through the power of connections and community. “There are so many great organizations out here already that focus on social justice and social awareness and advocacy as well as mentorship,” Tse stated.
More canine cancer cases detected, treatment sees higher success rates

1 week ago | 8newsnow.com | Sasha Loftis |Stephanie Overton

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — As canine cancer becomes more common, veterinary experts told 8 News Now about the reasons behind the ever-changing trend. “She loves life,” Angela Berkowitz said of her dog. Starz makes the most out of every day. The Golden Retriever is healthy, happy, and all about her family. However, a while ago, she dealt with a major health crisis. “Just from grooming her,” Berkowitz recalled.
High temperatures could set records in Las Vegas

1 week ago | 8newsnow.com | Mary Jane Belleza |Stephanie Overton

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Friday could set records in Las Vegas and surrounding areas as temperatures continue to rise above seasonal normals. Warming continues today with temperatures 15 to 20 degrees above seasonal normalsWinds are picking up today and tomorrowTemperatures will drop by Sunday, but it will still be warmAnother hot day is expected, and the Las Vegas valley could see record-breaking heat again.
Being kind is cool: Kindness curriculum implemented in Las Vegas preschool

1 week ago | 8newsnow.com | Ozzy Mora |Stephanie Overton

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) – Being kind never gets old and it is the simple things that can make it better for everyone. A preschool is teaching kindness to educate little learners about the harms of bullying. The hope is that they use this practice to build social bonds. Students at the Learning Experience Academy of Early Education near Decatur and Blue Diamond are learning how to play, share, and how to work the camera. 8 News Now made a new friend named Peter.
Motorcyclist hospitalized with critical injuries following southwest Las Vegas valley crash

2 weeks ago | 8newsnow.com | Stephanie Overton

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — A motorcyclist was taken to a local hospital with critical injuries after a crash in the southwest valley on Wednesday. According to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, officers were called to a collision near Arville Street and West Desert Inn Road around noon on April 9. The collision involved a vehicle and a motorcycle, police said. Medical personnel took the motorcycle rider to a nearby hospital with critical injuries.
Nevada officials search for missing person in Lake Mead national park

2 weeks ago | 8newsnow.com | Stephanie Overton

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Multiple agencies in Nevada were searching for a missing person within the Lake Mead National Recreation Area on Monday. The search is connected to well-known veterinarian Shawn David Frehner, according to 8 News Now Investigator sources. The National Park Service, Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, and Red Rock Search and Rescue volunteers were “actively” searching for the missing individual, NPS said in a release Monday.
Nevada officials search for missing person in Lake Mead national park

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Stephanie Overton

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Multiple agencies in Nevada were searching for a missing person within the Lake Mead National Recreation Area on Monday. The search is connected to well-known veterinarian Shawn David Frehner, according to 8 News Now Investigator sources. The National Park Service, Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, and Red Rock Search and Rescue volunteers were “actively” searching for the missing individual, NPS said in a release Monday.
Proposed Nevada bill aims to scrap new barbershop, beauty industry rules

2 weeks ago | 8newsnow.com | Joshua Peguero |Stephanie Overton

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Some Las Vegas barbers oppose a bill lawmakers argue is intended to make it easier for people to work in salons and barbershops. A hearing was held Friday before the Assembly Committee on Commerce and Labor for Democratic Assem. Duy Nguyen’s bill. “In order for us to just pull education out of this trade, I think we’re at a strong disadvantage moving forward with the integrity of our industry,” Carl Littles said of the bill.
Sex work advocates push for changes in Nevada policing

2 weeks ago | 8newsnow.com | Jezzamine Wolk |Stephanie Overton

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Sex work advocates from across the country gathered at UNLV on Friday to push for changes regarding both state policies and preconceptions of the field. The symposium, with various guest speakers, discussed possible avenues to add further protections for these workers, such as through bills like Nevada Assembly Bill 209, which was introduced in February of this year and would protect sex workers from criminal liability.
Pahrump man says he plans to get seized tigers back

2 weeks ago | 8newsnow.com | Ryan Tisminezky |Stephanie Overton

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