Clark County, Metro Police and Las Vegas Fire & Rescue are urging Southern Nevadans to keep their Fourth of July celebrations within the law, reminding residents that only “safe and sane” fireworks are permitted — and only during a specific window of days surrounding the holiday.

Also today: Theme park veteran takes the wheel at Area15 to capture growing local and family market, The US lags other countries in social media restrictions for kids, but a reform push is growing, A’ja Wilson has a WNBA first with 30 points, 15 rebounds, 4 steals, 3 blocks in Aces' win over Sky

Subscribe to The Sun Daily newsletter here: https://bit.ly/4bBFiC4

For decades, CCSD had seen enrollment growth while combating chronic understaffing. Now it faces the reality of declining birth rates, increasing costs and more competition for students from charter, private and homeschooling pinching its workforce.

Also today: Nevada helps stop Trump’s election orders in back-to-back court rulings, Ford’s Nevada economic plan targets NV Energy fees, prescription costs and corporate landlords

Subscribe to The Sun Daily newsletter here: https://bit.ly/4bBFiC4

Nevada Democrats and reproductive rights advocates on Wednesday renewed their push for voters to approve Ballot Question 6 this November, casting the measure as a critical step to permanently protect abortion access in the state Constitution.

Also today: Going through changes: Golden Knights can't run it back after coming within two wins of the Stanley Cup, A $25 million parking garage will open in the Las Vegas Arts District this September, Three Las Vegas area ZIP codes report West Nile virus-positive mosquitoes.

Subscribe to The Sun Daily newsletter here: https://bit.ly/4bBFiC4

Reggie Daniel, a Special Olympics athlete whose life began with what many describe as a rare medical miracle, is now representing Nevada at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games. Daniel has become a beloved figure in Special Olympics Nevada bowling, known for both his competitive spirit and infectious positivity. 

Also today: Why Skye Canyon is getting Las Vegas' last new elementary school built for growth, at least for now, Emergency officials warn Las Vegas community to avoid rising waters as monsoon season approaches

Subscribe to The Sun Daily newsletter here: https://bit.ly/4bBFiC4

A wave of discontent with data centers has risen across the United States, and that wave is continuing in Nevada.

The latest target? An expansion to the already massive Switch facility in the southwest Las Vegas Valley.

Switch’s plan was unanimously approved Wednesday by the Clark County Commission, sitting in its capacity as the Clark County Zoning Commission. But it didn’t come before residents spoke out about the plan and at least one county commissioner openly talked about the need for the county to come up with guidelines for any new data centers.

Also today: Regents give go-ahead for Vegas Loop Tesla station near UNLV, California needs water and clean power; it might have a fix for both.

Subscribe to The Sun Daily newsletter here: https://bit.ly/4bBFiC4

Las Vegas-based e-commerce operator Neato is expanding its reach.

Neato functions within a unique business model it has dubbed “2P.” Instead of first-party sales, which would be a brand selling to a retailer, or third-party sales — a brand selling on a retail platform — Neato acts as a middleman with brands to sell their product in online marketplaces for them, said Anthony Connelly, founder and CEO of Neato.

Also today: Temperatures will approach 110 degrees in Las Vegas by midweek, Pride is more than a celebration — it’s a call to action, Caesars Entertainment launches Show Week sale with discounted tickets to major Las Vegas headliners.

Subscribe to The Sun Daily newsletter here: https://bit.ly/4bBFiC4

Juneteenth once lived in the shadows of the national calendar — a day of profound reverence in Black communities, yet omitted from most public school lessons and state recognition. On June 17, 2021, President Joe Biden shifted that trajectory by signing the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act, establishing June 19 as the first new federal holiday since Martin Luther King Jr. Day in 1983. Two years later, Nevada made it a paid state holiday.

Also today: Rosen links erratic DC policies and childcare shortages to the struggle of Nevada businesses, Ryan Craig's journey to Golden Knights coach began as a player, 'We're nervous for sure': Tahoe fire restrictions land before summer holiday.

Subscribe to The Sun Daily newsletter here: https://bit.ly/4bBFiC4

Nevada’s casino markets diverged sharply in fiscal 2025.

While some posted gains and others held steady, profits collapsed on the Las Vegas Strip and in Laughlin, according to the Nevada Gaming Control Board’s annual Gaming Abstract.

Also today: Sierra Club condemns Lombardo’s federal land map as a blueprint for taxpayer subsidized sprawl, Raiders are stoked with Stukes, How James Dolan being ‘distracted’ by the Sphere allowed the Knicks to flourish.

Subscribe to The Sun Daily newsletter here: https://bit.ly/4bBFiC4

The Washington Post reported Tuesday that internal contractor documents show the White House ballroom’s total cost has climbed to $600 million, with taxpayers covering roughly $307 million split among the U.S. Secret Service, the White House Military Office and the Executive Residence — all funded by public dollars.

Also today: CSN breaks ground on early childhood lab that will train future teachers, serve local families, NHL says the 2026 playoffs is the most-watched on record, averaging 1.8 million viewers, Floyd Mayweather faces felony charges in Las Vegas.

Subscribe to The Sun Daily newsletter here: https://bit.ly/4bBFiC4

Months after shelving the idea over parking concerns, UNLV is back on track to host a Vegas Loop station, with the Board of Regents set to decide next week whether to approve a deal with the Boring Company.

The updated proposal introduces paid parking at the site and new revenue-sharing with UNLV, a shift officials say could help deter long-term airport parking that previously derailed the project, though enforcement limits beyond campus remain.

Also today: Cortez Masto and 50 members of Congress challenge new DACA immigration court ruling, Desert Oasis graduate gives US women’s flag football team youthful infusion ahead of world championships, John Tortorella will not return as coach of the Vegas Golden Knights.

Subscribe to The Sun Daily newsletter here: https://bit.ly/4bBFiC4