In the shadow of the federal courthouse in downtown Las Vegas, a long fight for justice reached a turning point. After two weeks of testimony, nine jurors — all women — returned a unanimous verdict in favor of the family of Jorge Antonio “Tony” Gomez, the 25-year-old fatally shot by Las Vegas police on June… Continue reading Gomez Victory Over LVMPD
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Victoria para la Cultura del Arte
La Ciudad de Las Vegas ha decidido no seguir adelante con los cambios propuestos a la ordenanza de ruido para el 18b Arts District, un plan que habría restringido el horario de entretenimiento nocturno al aire libre. La decisión, anunciada por la concejal Olivia Díaz, se produce después de semanas de comentarios públicos en los… Continue reading Victoria para la Cultura del Arte
Victory For Art Culture
The City of Las Vegas has decided not to move forward with proposed changes to the noise ordinance for the 18b Arts District, a plan that would have restricted late-night outdoor entertainment hours. The decision, announced by Councilwoman Olivia Diaz, comes after weeks of public comment in which residents and business owners overwhelmingly voiced opposition.… Continue reading Victory For Art Culture
Private Gains For Public Needs
A new bus manufacturing facility has opened in North Las Vegas, marking a notable development in the ongoing transformation of public transportation across Southern Nevada. Operated by Alexander Dennis, a subsidiary of NFI Group, the facility is assembling double-decker buses for use by the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC). This marks the company’s… Continue reading Private Gains For Public Needs
Arts District Meets Midtown Surveillance
The Las Vegas Arts District—a longtime haven for local artists, community organizers, and cultural expression—is at the center of a new wave of gentrification, this time layered with a futuristic twist: smart city surveillance technologies. As new developments reshape the neighborhood’s landscape, local residents are raising concerns about the quiet integration of robotic surveillance, autonomous… Continue reading Arts District Meets Midtown Surveillance
Alleged Altercations Raise Concerns in Las Vegas Arts District
A familiar tension is rising in the Las Vegas Arts District, but this time, it’s not between artists and the elements—it’s between culture and capital. Reports from Nothing to Do Las Vegas, East Side Times, Rex from Las Vegas, and Low Rider BLVD are all pointing to an alleged altercation involving a Midtown real estate… Continue reading Alleged Altercations Raise Concerns in Las Vegas Arts District
Justice on Multiple Fronts
Civil rights attorneys representing the family of Brandon Durham announced the filing of a federal civil lawsuit, citing egregious violations of Durham’s constitutional rights under Section 1983. The legal team, led by attorney Lee Merritt, stood outside the courthouse alongside local counsel Travis Buchanan and Lambert Cannon to share the family’s pursuit of justice in… Continue reading Justice on Multiple Fronts
14th Amendment’s Promises and Paradoxes
The 14th Amendment, ratified in 1868, was framed as a monumental step toward equality in the aftermath of the Civil War. Sold to the public as a safeguard for the rights of formerly enslaved people, it promised citizenship, due process, and equal protection under the law. However, the reality of its application tells a different… Continue reading 14th Amendment’s Promises and Paradoxes
Psychological Operations Profit From Negligence
As early as 2010, military and intelligence analysts recognized the immense power and potential dangers of social media and digital platforms. A report by LTC Prentiss O. Baker titled Psychological Operations Within the Cyberspace Domain highlighted the dual-use nature of these platforms. While cyberspace promised unparalleled connectivity and information sharing, it also presented opportunities for… Continue reading Psychological Operations Profit From Negligence
Rooting Communities
The East Las Vegas Seed Share is a grassroots initiative that brings the community together through a simple yet powerful idea: offering free seeds to anyone interested in growing their own plants. Marilyn Herrera the founder of East Las Vegas Seed Share, was inspired to start her seed library after seeing other communities offer free… Continue reading Rooting Communities
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