In early 2019 Las Vegas home prices were rising at the fastest rate in the nation. But Las Vegas ended 2019 with some of the slowest-rising prices in the nation. In December, Southern Nevada prices were up 2.6% year-over-year in December, compared to 3.8% nationwide, according to the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller index . Phoenix saw a a 6.5% price gain. Charlotte, North Carolina, saw a 5.3% price gain. Tampa, Florida saw a 5.2% price gain. Prices rose just 1% in Chicago and New York. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)
In early 2019 Las Vegas home prices were rising at the fastest rate in the nation. But Las Vegas ended 2019 with some of the slowest-rising prices in the nation. In December, Southern Nevada prices were up 2.6% year-over-year in December, compared to 3.8% nationwide, according to the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller index . Phoenix saw a a 6.5% price gain. Charlotte, North Carolina saw a 5.3% price gain. Tampa, Florida saw a 5.2% price gain. Prices rose just 1% in Chicago and New York.
U.S. health officials warned Tuesday it’s inevitable the deadly coronavirus will spread in the US. “It’s not so much a question of if this will happen anymore, but rather more a question of exactly when this will happen” — Dr. Nancy Messonnier, CDC Hospitals are beginning to prepare. Hospitals are reviewing infection control measures, looking at telemedicine to interact with infectious patients, and conserving masks and gloves. The CDC has held 17 calls reaching more than 11,000 companies and organizations, including stadiums, universities, faith leaders, retailers and large corporations. The first clinical trial in the U.S. of a possible coronavirus treatment is underway in Nebraska. The COVID-19 virus has infected more than 80,000 people and killed more than 2,700.
U.S. health officials warned Tuesday it’s inevitable the deadly coronavirus will spread in the US. “It’s not so much a question of if this will happen anymore, but rather more a question of exactly when this will happen” — Dr. Nancy Messonnier, CDC Hospitals are beginning to prepare. Hospitals are reviewing infection control measures, looking at telemedicine to interact with infectious patients, and conserving masks and gloves. The CDC has held 17 calls reaching more than 11,000 companies and organizations, including stadiums, universities, faith leaders, retailers and large corporations. The first clinical trial in the U.S. of a possible coronavirus treatment is underway in Nebraska. The COVID-19 virus has infected more than 80,000 people and killed more than 2,700.
If you want to know what’s next for dining in Las Vegas, we suggest paying close attention to these five accomplished chefs.
If you want to know what’s next for dining in Las Vegas, we suggest paying close attention to these five accomplished chefs.
Japan is getting ready to issue three highly coveted gaming licenses. The country’s gaming market is estimated to be worth more than $25 billion a year once resorts open in 2025. If the estimates stand up, Japan would become the second-largest gaming market in the world behind Chinese gaming enclave Macau. MGM and at least eight other companies had been vying for the Japanese licenses. In 2019 Las Vegas Sands Corp. and Wynn Resorts Ltd. turned their attention to other areas. Caesars Entertainment Corp. dropped out of the race altogether. MGM teamed up with Japanese financial services group Orix for its bid for a gaming license. MGM/Orix group was the only one to participate in the RFP process. “We think MGM is in a very good position in Osaka at this point” – Union Gaming analyst John DeCree (Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Japan is getting ready to issue three highly coveted gaming licenses. The country’s gaming market is estimated to be worth more than $25 billion a year once resorts open in 2025. If the estimates stand up, Japan would become the second-largest gaming market in the world behind Chinese gaming enclave Macau. MGM and at least eight other companies had been vying for the Japanese licenses. In 2019 Las Vegas Sands Corp. and Wynn Resorts Ltd. turned their attention to other areas. Caesars Entertainment Corp. dropped out of the race altogether. MGM teamed up with Japanese financial services group Orix for its bid for a gaming license. MGM/Orix group was the only one to participate in the RFP process. “We think MGM is in a very good position in Osaka at this point” – Union Gaming analyst John DeCree
The NBA Vegas Summer League will begin a little later this year.
Adam Silver pleased with director Warren LeGarie’s NBA event.
Even the biggest NBA stars come out to watch the Summer League.
Zion Williamson was the player fans wanted to see in last year’s event.
But Brandon Clarke was named Summer League MVP
Coach T.J. Otzelberger guides UNLV into the final stretch.
But the Rebels will be without injured forward Donnie Tillman.
Marvin Coleman will be a key as regular season nears end.
Every Mountain West team is chasing leader San Diego State.
The Rebels next visit New Mexico
Here are some common questions about the Golden Knights’ new AHL team.
Q: What will happen to the Chicago Wolves?.
A: The Knights’ current AHL affiliate will have to find a new NHL partner.
Q: Where will they play?.
A: The Knights’ new AHL franchise will play at Orleans Arena for at least the 2020-21 season, but the team announced Thursday plans for a new 6,000-seat arena on the site of the Henderson Pavilion.
Q: What will the team be called?.
A: All that’s known for sure is the name will include “Henderson.” But Silver Knights seems to be a strong possibility
Alone on Valentine’s Day?
Try These 10 Things.
Whether you’re happily single or freshly
experiencing heartbreak, Valentine’s Day
can seem like an intimidating day.
In honor of all those facing Valentine’s Day
alone, here are 10 fun activities to do by yourself.
1. Treat yourself to the latest must-see flick at
the movies — you won’t have to share the popcorn!.
2. Keep things calm and relaxed
by signing up for a yoga class.
3. Go to your favorite restaurant
and order whatever you want.
4. Bake some sweet treats. The process
is therapeutic and the end result is delicious.
5. Kick back, relax and binge. Watch that
show you’ve been meaning to check out.
6. Treating yourself to a
spa day is a great way to relax.
7. Whether it’s a simple blow-dry or a whole
new haircut, spending a relaxing afternoon
at the hair salon is the perfect outing.
8. Buy yourself that bracelet, necklace or ring
that you’ve been eyeing — you deserve it!.
9. Gift yourself a
bouquet of fresh flowers.
10. Spread the love by writing letters of
appreciation to your friends and family
Here are some common questions about the Golden Knights’ new AHL team.
Q: What will happen to the Chicago Wolves?.
A: The Knights’ current AHL affiliate will have to find a new NHL partner.
Q: Where will they play?.
A: The Knights’ new AHL franchise will play at Orleans Arena for at least the 2020-21 season, but the team announced Thursday plans for a new 6,000-seat arena on the site of the Henderson Pavilion.
Q: What will the team be called?.
A: All that’s known for sure is the name will include “Henderson.” But Silver Knights seems to be a strong possibility
This is a promo for the new updated version of the Las Vegas Review-Journal’s mobile application.
Locals gather at the Red Rock Resort to go to the second AgeWell Expo of the year, which is hosted by the Review-Journal.
Coffee is best served with a newspaper. A new partnership between Starbucks and the Review-Journal ensures the coffee giant’s customers have unlimited access to reviewjournal.com.
The Las Vegas Review-Journal host the Academic Excellence award for grades 1-12 to honor students for their excellent work in school and in the community around them.
The Las Vegas Review-Journal host the 43rd annual High School journalism awards.
The week’s best photos from RJ photographers, Dec.17-Dec.23.
A Clark County grand jury indicted Henderson Constable Earl Mitchell. A Las Vegas Review-Journal investigation prompted the criminal probe. The newspaper found Mitchell wrote himself thousands in checks, took out cash at ATMs and traveled on county funds. He faces four felony counts of theft and a county of public misconduct. Mitchell and his attorney could not be reached for comment.
Get a look at the most notable photos from Review-Journal photojournalists this past week. (Chitose Suzuki/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Former Review-Journal employee Don Ham is being inducted into the Nevada Newspaper Hall of Fame. Don Ham talks about the future of newspapers and print journalism.
Mark Hinueber, the Review-Journal’s former lawyer and defender of the First Amendment, died in Las Vegas on Aug. 23. Hinueber, who was 66, worked at the RJ and other newspapers for 42 years. On Saturday, his friends and family gathered for a memorial service.
Pulitzer prize winning political cartoonist Michael Ramirez talks about joining the Review-Journal and how he started his career.
Political cartoonist Michael Ramirez talks to Victor Joecks about joining the Las Vegas Review-Journal.
Bryan Salmond is at City National Arena where the Golden Knights and the D Las Vegas announced the new Lil’ Knights Program for developing hockey in the city.
Bryan Salmond is at City National Arena where the Golden Knights and the D Las Vegas announced the new Lil’ Knights Program for developing hockey the city.
Host Bryan Salmond is in studio talking via Skype with Raiders beat writer Michael Gehlken about what to expect as the Raiders go into training camp.
Bryan Salmond is in studio with Las Vegas Aces beat reporter Sam Gordon talking about the season so far and how the Aces have gone from the worst team in the WNBA to just 1.5 games out of the playoffs.