On the evening of June 11, 2025, hundreds of protesters gathered in Las Vegas to peacefully demonstrate, part of a broader national response to ongoing human rights concerns and rising political tensions. The event was spearheaded by anonymous local organizers, one of whom was known only as Anonfrom702, who coordinated through a Reddit forum called… Continue reading Veterans, Children and Students Tear Gassed By LVMPD
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Mass Deportation Effect In Las Vegas
Mass deportations are often portrayed as necessary measures to enforce immigration laws, but their broader implications extend far beyond legal compliance. They ripple through local economies, disrupt industries, and affect communities on a profound level. This is particularly evident in cities like Las Vegas, which, as a non-sanctuary city, stands at the crossroads of enforcement… Continue reading Mass Deportation Effect In Las Vegas
Suicide By Cop is $1 Million
The courtroom of Judge Amy Wilson became a theater of high stakes and raw emotion during the latest proceedings in State v. Alejandra Boudreaux, a case that has captured public attention and exposed critical tensions within the legal system. The case revolves around the tragic death of Brandon Durham, whose life was taken during a… Continue reading Suicide By Cop is $1 Million
Mental Healh For The Blue
In a momentous ceremony, the law enforcement community came together to mark a significant shift in the way mental health is addressed for first responders. The unveiling of the new Wellness Bureau facility served as both a milestone and a testament to the growing recognition of the emotional toll carried by those who serve on… Continue reading Mental Healh For The Blue
LVMPD’s 13th Officer Involved Shooting
The tragic death of Brandon Durham in Las Vegas has cast a harsh spotlight on law enforcement practices and the accountability mechanisms designed to govern their use of force. The incident, which unfolded in the early hours of November 12, 2024, represents not only the 13th officer-involved shooting this year but also the eighth fatal… Continue reading LVMPD’s 13th Officer Involved Shooting
Vegas Youth At Risk
The recent findings of a survey conducted by Silver State Equality, a statewide LGBTQ+ civil rights advocacy group in Nevada, have been described as “heartbreaking” by Andre Wade, the State Director of Silver State Equality. The survey aimed to understand the experiences of LGBTQ+ students in Nevada schools and was conducted with the help of… Continue reading Vegas Youth At Risk
Lithium Kills
In the dry expanses of Central Nevada, Nyle Pennington, a seasoned hydrologist, sounds the alarm about the impact of the burgeoning lithium mining industry on water sources. At the nation’s only active lithium mine, owned by Albemarle, groundwater levels are plummeting due to the massive water requirements of lithium extraction. The lithium boom, spurred by… Continue reading Lithium Kills
LVMPD’s Accountability Band-Aid
Less lethal weapons, such as tear gas, tasers, and body cameras, have gained popularity as a way to reduce fatalities in police encounters. However, their use has also come under scrutiny in recent years for their role in instances of police brutality and the questionable motivations behind their adoption. One example of the failure of… Continue reading LVMPD’s Accountability Band-Aid
