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Coffee in hand, Las Vegas? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • LVMPD investigates critical U-Haul crash on East Twain near the Strip
  • How a new east Las Vegas plan could change your neighborhood.
  • Why Nevada capped Tesla's Las Vegas robotaxi fleet at just ten.

Also on today's calendar: Puff Sip and Paint: An Elevated Art Experience at Planet 13 and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: How fast is milk when you pour it? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Sunshine and hot, with a high of 110 and low of 86 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Tuesday: Toasty conditions, temps: high: 109, low: 87.
  • Wednesday: Toasty conditions, with a high of 111 and low of 87 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Pedestrian hospitalized after U-Haul truck collision on East Twain Avenue (fox5vegas.com) — A pedestrian suffered life-threatening injuries Sunday after being hit by a U-Haul box truck at East Twain Avenue and Royal Crest Street, just east of the Strip in Las Vegas. Police say the victim was crossing outside a marked crosswalk when the westbound truck struck them, and the driver stayed on scene and showed no signs of impairment as LVMPD continues its investigation.
   

2. East Las Vegas residents hope new redevelopment project brings safety, growth and community spaces (ktnv.com) — City leaders are weighing a major redevelopment plan for long-neglected parts of east Las Vegas, targeting corridors like Charleston, Owens, 21st Street and Nellis without adding new taxes. Residents hope the project will boost safety, support small businesses, and add shaded parks and community spaces as part of the city's long-term "Nuestro Futuro Este de Las Vegas" 2050 vision.
   

3. Tesla asked Las Vegas for 5,000 Robotaxi permits and it was met with a very strict response from the Nevada Transportation Authority (supercarblondie.com) — Tesla sought 5,000 robotaxi permits to operate in Las Vegas but the Nevada Transportation Authority approved only 10 vehicles, confined to a limited Strip corridor with strict rules and human supervision. Clark County officials say they are impacted despite not authorizing this type of service, signaling that large-scale autonomous fleets are far from a done deal on local roads.
   

4. Biggie Smalls probe brought major break in Tupac Shakur killing (keenesentinel.com) — A long-running investigation into Biggie Smalls' 1997 killing in Los Angeles has produced key evidence now being used in the Las Vegas trial over Tupac Shakur's 1996 shooting off the Strip. Testimony from a former LAPD detective details how Duane "Keffe D" Davis allegedly described the Vegas attack, his nephew's role, and possible motives tied to gang retaliation, while defense attorneys question his credibility.
   

5. Nevada Task Force 1 deployed to assist with Hawk Fire in northwest Reno (ktnv.com subscription) — Las Vegas-area firefighters, doctors, and engineers with Nevada Task Force 1 have been deployed to help search and recovery efforts at the fast-growing Hawk Fire near Reno. Sponsored by Clark County Fire, the team brings canine units and specialized urban search-and-rescue skills, underscoring how Southern Nevada resources support other communities during major disasters.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Tuesday August 25
  • Beginner Sewing Class for Adults →
    Mount Charleston Library, 75 Ski Chalet Pl, Mt Charleston
    11:00 am
    • Thursday August 27
  • Game Night
    Patricia a Bendorf Elementary School Las Vegas, NV 89147
    4:30 pm
    • Friday August 28
  • Laugh Factory →
    Horseshoe Las Vegas, 3645 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas
    8:30 pm
    • Wednesday September 2
  • Open House- Walker ES
    Marlan J. Walker Elementary HENDERSON, NV 89002
    5:30 pm

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  • Steinway Artist Danny Wright to Perform at Dennis Bono Show at South Point in Las Vegas —News Reported by LaGuardia Media Read on Patch
  • Good morning, neighbors , Hope everyone is having a great start to the day.
    It's looking like another beautiful but hot day, so stay cool and keep hydrated! Wishing you all a peaceful, productive, and beautiful Saturday… (Nextdoor Westwind)
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    The missing boy is named Lucifer Heckler and will answer to peanut, but I mostly non-vocal verbal. He has been missing since 8am. Wearing a diaper… (Nextdoor South Pearl)
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Ok Las Vegas! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

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