KVVU-TV (Henderson, NV)

KVVU-TV, also known as channel 5, is a TV station based in Henderson, Nevada, that caters to the Las Vegas area as a Fox network affiliate. The station is owned by Gray Television and operates out of its studios located at the Broadcast Center on West Sunset Road in Henderson, with the street address being 25 TV 5 Drive. Its transmitter is positioned on Black Mountain, which is situated just southeast of Henderson.

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English

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#58872

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#11429

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#360

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Las Vegas Latina teacher named runner-up in national teaching contest

2 days ago | fox5vegas.com | Karla Salinas

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - A Las Vegas kindergarten teacher is getting national recognition after placing second in a competition with over 90,000 educators. Las Vegas kindergarten teacher Sofia Bella placed second in the nation-wide America’s Favorite Teacher competition. Thousands of teachers competed in multiple elimination rounds- based on public voting and community engagement. “I was like, ‘I’ll just post it and see what happens’ but the community was so on it.
Free summer camps helping Las Vegas youth with disabilities plan for their future

3 days ago | fox5vegas.com | Karla Salinas

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - In Hispanic communities, conversations around disability, college and careers can feel overwhelming – especially for parents who may not speak English or know help is available. That’s where Nevada Department of Employment, Training & Rehabilitation’s free summer camps come in, offering job training and life skills to teens and young adults with disabilities.
Non-profit helping LVMPD dispatcher’s family after daughter’s cancer diagnosis

3 days ago | fox5vegas.com | Molly McBride

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - An LVMPD dispatcher’s family is in crisis after a child’s overnight leukemia diagnosis and a sudden move out of state. After two years serving the community, Holly Danforth has relocated to Memphis to be by her daughter’s side as she battles leukemia at St. Jude’s Research Hospital. Danforth says her 9-year-old, Madeleine, was diagnosed with an aggressive form of acute myeloid leukemia in April.
Pedestrian struck, killed by vehicle in southwest Las Vegas

3 days ago | fox5vegas.com | Rachel Zalucki

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - Las Vegas Metro Police are investigating a southwest valley crash that killed a pedestrian Wednesday morning. According to police, the crash occurred around 9:33 a.m. at Blue Diamond and Arville. The pedestrian died at the scene. Viewer photos obtained by FOX5 suggest a box truck may have been involved. The driver remained at the scene and is not suspected of impairment at this time. An investigation into the crash is ongoing.
New law aims to protect Nevadans from extreme heat

4 days ago | fox5vegas.com | Karla Salinas

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - When temperatures hit the triple digits, the heat isn’t just uncomfortable – it’s dangerous. Especially in places like East Las Vegas, where tree cover is low, pavement is everywhere and shaded public spaces are hard to come by. Las Vegas construction worker, Luis Medina, said he knows the impacts of heat well. “But during these summer months like June, July and August, these are the most intense where you feel the heat,” Medina said.
Seniors serving as second-time parents enjoy prom thanks to Las Vegas non-profit

4 days ago | fox5vegas.com | Molly McBride

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - A Las Vegas Valley non-profit is proving there’s no age limit to prom night. East Valley Family Service’s annual senior prom night allows seniors, many who are second time parents, to take some time for themselves. “This event today, it’s like my getaway,” said second time parent, Bonnie Schulz. Schulz is a second time parent of three, one grandson and two great grandsons. “They are my sole, sole, purpose in life. I love them so much.
Owner responsible for deadly downtown Las Vegas motel fire sentenced

4 days ago | fox5vegas.com | Matt Kling

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - The former owner of a motel that was the site of one of the deadliest apartment fires in Las Vegas history will spend one and a half to four years in prison. Back in January, Adolfo Garcia pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter charges for the deadly fire at the Alpine Motel in downtown Las Vegas back in 2019. MORE: Site of Alpine Motel fire in downtown Las Vegas opening soon as modern apartment complexSix people died as a result of that fire.
Report: Owner of dog who died in backyard was previously reported to Animal Protection Services

4 days ago | fox5vegas.com | Molly McBride

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - The owner of a bulldog who died in triple-digit heat this weekend was previously visited by Animal Protection Services at least twice, an arrest report reveals. Olivia Underwood, a UMC employee, is facing a felony animal abuse-related charge after her three-year-old French Bulldog, Jazzy, died in a backyard kennel on Friday, May 30.
Pedestrian injured, driver flees in central Las Vegas crash

5 days ago | fox5vegas.com | Cody Lee

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - A pedestrian is in critical condition early Tuesday morning after being hit by a car. The crash happened just after 1 a.m. at the intersection of Paradise and Flamingo Roads. The intersection is shut down as they investigate the crash, according to Las Vegas police. The driver of the vehicle did not stay on scene, a Metro lieutenant told FOX5. They are “actively working the case,” he said. The pedestrian was transported to an area hospital with critical injuries.
Construction underway at Lake Mead’s most popular boat launch, expect delays this summer

5 days ago | fox5vegas.com | Kim Passoth

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - Boaters should expect big delays at Lake Mead this summer. Construction began Monday at the most popular boat launch. The water level is projected to continue to drop to an all-time low possibly by the end of the summer and the Park Service says it must prepare now. With the bathtub ring around the lake within view showing how high the water once was in Lake Mead, new electronic signs are up at the Hemenway Harbor that read: “LAUNCH RAMP PARTIAL CLOSURE.