City Cast Las Vegas

Michele Fiore’s trial has drawn significant attention, which is not surprising—the over-the-top political personality has been attracting national headlines since her first election win in 2012. So what happens now that a federal jury has convicted her of wire fraud? Is her political career over? Host Dayvid Figler talks with Las Vegas Review-Journal reporter Katelyn Newberg about Fiore’s speedy t...

The surprise exit of UNLV’s star quarterback Matt Sluka begs the question: did Sluka leave his team in the lurch, or did UNLV not make good on its promises? Sarah Lohman talks to sports columnist Adam Hill of the Las Vegas Review-Journal about the fallout from the $100K scandal, how this might have a local impact, and the complications around paying college athletes. More of Adam Hill’s coverage o...

In this week’s roundup, Harry Reid International’s Terminal 1 has been showing its age for a while. We talk makeover-and-expansion plans and how it may make an anticipated second airport irrelevant. Then, the County announced a desire to arrest people experiencing homelessness in public areas. With the unhoused population definitely growing, we debate this approach. Finally, an anonymous artist su...

Did you know that Las Vegas has such a significant Hawaiian population that it's often referred to as the "9th Island"? While some people take issue with this nickname, establishments like the California Hotel and Casino have embraced it, actively marketing to Hawaiians moving to the area. But what makes Las Vegas such an appealing destination for them? In today’s podcast, co-host Sarah Lohman is...

Prepare to bid farewell to the Tropicana as it comes down with nearly 2,200 pounds of explosives at 2:30 am on Wednesday, October 9th. If you want to witness a part of Vegas tradition, we’ve got all the details on how to see the longtime casino implode to make way for a baseball stadium (maybe?). Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess and TheList. Vegas founder And...

While the rest of the nation celebrates Pride Month in June, Las Vegas stands out by hosting its own LGBTQIA+ Pride festivities in October, taking full advantage of our beautiful weather. Planning an event in Las Vegas can be daunting, especially with high expectations and comparisons to other major cities. However, organizer Brady McGill embraces this challenge, focusing on the heart of our local...

If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Las Vegas community. There’s a lot to celebrate about October in Las Vegas, perfect weather, tons of festivals, seasonal food specials, and of course, Nevada’s birthday! So to gear up for another month in the valley, we are bringing you our guide to October in Las Vega...

It’s been a scandalous week in Las Vegas, and we are here to break it all down in our weekly news roundup. First, UNLV’s starting quarterback quits over social media amid a winning streak. The student-athlete claims he was promised $100,000 for transferring but was never paid. Next, the first two votes have been cast in Nevada for the next president thanks to a new absentee ballot system, but not...

Foraging tends to freak out city types, but Southern Nevada is home to a cornucopia of natural desert delights. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks to our own Sarah Lohman, who happens to be an award-winning food historian and passionate forager. We talk about what it means to “eat wild,” breaking down where and when to forage in the greater Las Vegas area, what’s on the natural menu this fall, and what’s...

In the last few weeks, the Biden administration and the Bureau of Land Management came out with their long-awaited Western Solar Plan, an ambitious project to open up 31 million acres of federal land for much-needed solar energy projects, 12 million of which would be in Nevada. But nearby Nye County, home of many of those proposed sites, isn’t too happy about it. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks...

What if a “Made in Nevada” logo appeared at the end of your favorite TV shows and movies? If the proponents of two film tax credit bills have their way, Nevada will massively expand the funding for production companies like Sony and Warner Bros. to build and operate huge studios right here in Las Vegas — a move they say will bring jobs and much-needed economic diversification to our city. Are they...

From our Democratic senators to our Republican Governor (and most recently, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump), a tantalizing proposal to solve our affordable housing crisis has gained support across the aisle: Opening up federal public lands to build more houses. But is this really the fix? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Vinny Spotleson, the Sierra Club Toiyabe Chapter Executive Co...

We may be entering peak weather season right now, but the news in Las Vegas stays hot! For this week’s news roundup, we break down what’s up with all these fiery lithium truck crashes that are shutting down highways, local journalist Steve Sebelius putting Trump in the hot seat during an interview about the biggest issues in Southern Nevada, and why Las Vegas coffee shops deserve more respect nati...

In the last few years, it seems like every other restaurant opening in Las Vegas is a breakfast spot. With very Instagram-able themes and dishes, is our breakfast market getting over-saturated? Giselle D’souza, founder of NothingtodolvEATS, breaks down the breakfast trend in Las Vegas and shares her favorite spots, new and old, with co-host Sarah Lohman. Learn more about the sponsors of this Septe...

In the latest installment of CCSD reality TV, recently-ousted School Board Trustee Katie Williams says she “actually did care” and that the move to remove her was “political.” But as the frequent tie-breaker vote on a 4-3 divided board … could she be right? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Patricia Haddad Bennett, who recently served as the director of government relations for the Clark County Sch...

Last week, the Las Vegas planning commission approved two new neighborhoods in the Summerlin area that will include hundreds of homes. While some might be happy to hear that the new neighborhoods aren’t near Red Rock, any expansion in Las Vegas is met with apprehension. As the infamous suburb grows, we are revisiting a conversation co-host Sarah Lohman had with historian Geoff Schumacher, vice pre...

This November, voters will head to the polls and elect a non-Goodman mayor for the first time in 25 years. Mayor Carolyn Goodman, who is wrapping up 13 years at the helm of our city, joins co-host Dayvid Figler today to reflect on her time in office, the good and the bad: Her proudest accomplishments in addressing homelessness, economic development, and transportation; the unresolved challenges; a...

Las Vegans are getting the brunt of California wildfire smoke this week as wind currents bring smoky skies into our valley — so is this our new normal? And how can we deal with it? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by thelist. Vegas creator Andrew Kiraly to discuss our worsening air quality, as well as the surprising arrest of an LVMPD officer, and what legalizing betting on elect...

September is a huge month for beer festivals in Las Vegas. While the big brands control the market nationally, locally we have a thriving craft beer scene fueled by breweries and bars supporting local makers. To help us know the ins and outs of all the beer Las Vegas has to offer, Phil Garcia from Khoury’s Fine Wine & Spirits joins co-host Sarah Lohman to share his favorite local beers as a beer b...

Last year, nine teens were arrested in connection with the horrific beating death of Rancho High School student Jonathan Lewis. And just last week, four of them were sent back from adult court to juvenile court as part of a plea agreement that reduces their maximum sentence. The outrage has been palpable: Social media users have called the accused adolescents “monsters,” and Lewis’s mother said th...

If fall signifies anything in Las Vegas, it's that we can finally spend extended periods of time outdoors without the fear of heat exhaustion. There are an insane amount of trails to hike in and around our city, but not all of them will give you those fall vibes you might be looking for. With the Cathedral Rock Trail still closed in Mt. Charleston, it's even harder to find fall foliage in our dese...

Most Las Vegans know the drive to Los Angeles all too well. Whether you are escaping the heat warnings (in September?!), visiting family and friends, or wanting to touch the ocean, the 4-hour drive is almost always easier for locals than tourists going the other way. While you think you may know what lies in the desert between the two cities, there’s a lot more than meets the eye! To encourage you...

Las Vegans are still dealing with the collective PTSD of last year’s F1 construction misery. So with crews beginning to install F1 infrastructure this week, can we really believe them when they say it’s going to be better this year? What are they actually doing differently? Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus and Channel 8 morning anchor John Langeler to di...

Las Vegas is a Mecca for various cuisines, but barbecue is one of the most controversial styles that may escape our grasp. While some states and regions can be protective of their barbecue styles, over the years chefs have brought their mastery of the grill to Vegas to create a diverse landscape of different options. To determine whether or not you can find truly great barbecue around town, pitmas...

Twenty years ago, developer Yohan Lowie bought the Badlands Golf Course — but not everyone was happy about his plans. This kicked off a bitter legal battle that has since embroiled the City of Las Vegas in increasingly expensive lawsuits. So what exactly is going on here, and why is the city now potentially on the hook for nearly half a billion dollars? We’re bringing back a conversation co-host S...