Local kids get free shoes from Goodie Two Shoes, Mountain West – Video
 
Local kids get free shoes from Goodie Two Shoes, Mountain West – Video

The Mountain West Conference and Las Vegas-area charity Goodie Two Shoes teamed up to host a shoe and apparel giveaway to 500 local underserved elementary school children. The shoe give away took place in front of the Thomas & Mack Center prior to tipoff of the first quarterfinals game of the 2020 Mountain West Men’s Basketball Championship. Not only did the kids get some new gear, all 500 children will attend the first quarterfinal game, featuring nationally ranked San Diego State.

Day 1 NFR at 5:45 – Pat Christenson
 
Day 1 NFR at 5:45 – Pat Christenson

The NFR is celebrating its 35th year in Las Vegas and the Review-Journal will be live every day at 5:45 pm with special one-on-one interviews. Kicking off Day , we are joined by the President of Las Vegas Events, Pat Christenson.

Rebel Nation: Countdown to UNLV Tip-off – Video
 
Rebel Nation: Countdown to UNLV Tip-off – Video

The Runnin’ Rebels return to action on Tuesday, Nov. 5 at 7 pm when the team hosts Purdue Fort Wayne. Rebel Nation crew Cassie Soto and Mark Anderson give their thoughts on the season ahead and discuss the players pre-game rituals.

NBA Summer League Sets Average Daily Attendance Record – Video
 
NBA Summer League Sets Average Daily Attendance Record – Video

The 2019 NBA Summer League set a new average daily attendance record, with just over 12,000 people coming over the 11-day timespan to enjoy some basketball. After 83 games it was the Memphis Grizzlies that raised the championship trophy, defeating the Minnesota Timberwolves 95-92.

Las Vegas to Host 2020 NFL Draft, But Where? – Video
 
Las Vegas to Host 2020 NFL Draft, But Where? – Video

The city of Las Vegas will host the 2020 NFL Draft, but the question that still lingers is where exactly it will be held. The Bellagio is currently the frontrunner to stage the main event, but it would mean closing down multiple streets on Las Vegas Boulevard for draft preparations weeks before the first pick is made. LVRJ host Cassie Soto and LVRJ Transportation Reporter Mick Akers discuss various locations where the draft could be held as well as the economic impact it will bring to the city.

Las Vegas to Host 2020 NFL Draft, But Where? – Video
 
Las Vegas to Host 2020 NFL Draft, But Where? – Video

The city of Las Vegas will host the 2020 NFL Draft, but the question that still lingers is where exactly it will be held. The Bellagio is currently the frontrunner to stage the main event, but it would mean closing down multiple streets on Las Vegas Boulevard for draft preparations weeks before the first pick is made. LVRJ host Cassie Soto and LVRJ Transportation Reporter Mick Akers discuss various locations where the draft could be held as well as the economic impact it will bring to the city.

UNLV tops Wyoming thanks to Ntambwe’s 31 points
 
UNLV tops Wyoming thanks to Ntambwe’s 31 points

The Runnin’ Rebels are off to a 2-0 start in the Mountain West conference for the first time since 2006, after a 68-56 victory over Wyoming. Freshman forward Joel Ntambwe came up big for UNLV and led the team with a career-high 31 points. Rebel Nation host Cassie Soto and Rebels beat writer Mark Anderson break down the win.

UNLV Comes From Behind to Beat Colorado State, 78-76 – VIDEO
 
UNLV Comes From Behind to Beat Colorado State, 78-76 – VIDEO

The Runnin’ Rebels overcame a double-digit deficit to beat Colorado State 78-76 in the Mountain West conference opener. Rebel Nation host Cassie Soto and Rebels beat writer Mark Anderson discuss how UNLV came away with the win.

NFR Day 9 Highlights
 
NFR Day 9 Highlights

Highlights from round 9 of the 2018 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo from the Thomas & Mack in Las Vegas, Nevada. (CBS Sports Network/PRCA)

NFR 2018- Will Lummus Leads in Steer Wrestling
 
NFR 2018- Will Lummus Leads in Steer Wrestling

As NFR 2018 enters day nine, steer wrestler Will Lummus continues to see his name at the top of the standings. Las Vegas Review Journal host Cassie Soto speaks with the Mississippi native about his excitement to be participating in his first ever NFR.

Junior NFR Offers Breakaway Roping for Girls
 
Junior NFR Offers Breakaway Roping for Girls

Unlike the NFR at the Thomas and Mack Center, the Junior NFR at the Las Vegas Convention Center offers breakaway roping for girls 19-and under. This event allows the young women of rodeo one more event to participate in, aside from barrel racing.

NFR- Jessica Routier
 
NFR- Jessica Routier

NFR Barrel Racer Jessica Routier talks about being at her first NFR, her horses, and her family with Cassie Soto in front of Thomas & Mack before round 7 of the National Finals Rodeo.

NFR- Will Lowe
 
NFR- Will Lowe

NFR Bareback Rider Will Lowe talks with Aaron Drawhorn about his 15 years at the NFR, starting to ride at age 7, and renewing his wedding vowels this year in Las Vegas before night 6 of the National Finals Rodeo.

NFR- Kory Koontz
 
NFR- Kory Koontz

NFR Team Roper Kory Koontz talks about his years at the event since 1992, his dynamic with a 23 year old partner Dustin Egusquiza, and how he contines to perform with diabetes with Aaron Drawhorn outside of Thomas & Mack before round 5 of the National Rodeo Finals.

NFR- Kylie Weast
 
NFR- Kylie Weast

NFR Barrel Racer Kylie Weast talks about her strong family ties to the sport and the event with Cassie Soto in front of Thomas & Mack before round 4 of National Finals Rodeo.

NFR- Joey Sonnier III
 
NFR- Joey Sonnier III

NFR Saddle Bronc rider Joey Sonnier talks about battling addiction and his first time competing in National Finals Rodeo with Cassie Soto in front of Thomas & Mack before round 3

NFR 2018: Unique Gifts At Cowboy Christmas
 
NFR 2018: Unique Gifts At Cowboy Christmas

Before you head over to the Thomas and Mack for NFR, be sure to check out some of the unique and one of a kind items at Cowboy Christmas!