🛋️ Vegas’ grown and sexy weed lounge

A ‘Grown and Sexy’ Weed Lounge

That’s how Chris La Porte, cannabis consultant and former owner of the Insert Coins bar downtown, describes the new cannabis lounge “Smoke and Mirrors.” The 1,200-square-foot venue is set to open in October and could become Nevada’s first state-regulated cannabis lounge. (Nevada Independent)

Nevada’s Proactive Approach to Making Arts Accessible

Broadway in the HOOD’s “The Legacy Theatre Project '' has received $1 million in state funding, making it the first Black-owned and -operated nonprofit in state history to receive such support. The funding is part of Nevada’s initiative to expand cultural programs and events, ensuring that everyone, regardless of their background or income, can engage with the arts. (Las Vegas Sun)

When the Cop Becomes the Robber

A Las Vegas police officer is set to stand trial for allegedly stealing nearly $165,000 in a series of casino heists. Prosecutors argue that Caleb Rogers, reportedly a gambling addict burdened by debt, committed three armed robberies over four months using a police-issued weapon. Rogers' defense attorney claims the evidence tying him to the robberies is weak and accuses law enforcement of pressuring witnesses to identify him. The trial, expected to last the week, involves witnesses such as casino employees and security guards. (ABC News)

A Tour of Vegas’ First-Ever Cultural District

Last month, the Clark County Commission voted to officially designate the neighborhood around Flamingo and Decatur “Little Ethiopia,” creating the county’s first-ever cultural district. Community member and educator Messeret Sertse gave us an insider’s tour. [City Cast Las Vegas 🎧]

🎤 Bucket List Comedy Open Mic | Tuesday | 7:30 p.m.

Sign up for a 3-minute set and test your comedy chops — you must be signed up by 7 p.m. If you’re still unsure you can also just show up and spectate. [Downtown; $5]

🎮 NBA 2K Tournament | Tuesday | 4 p.m.

Compete against the best players in Vegas for increasing prizes throughout the evening. [Angel Park; Free-$100]

🎶 Summerlin Sounds | Wednesday | 6 - 9 p.m.

Spend the evening at The Lawn in downtown Summerlin with live music, activities for the kids, food and drinks. [Summerlin; Free]

🖌️ Hot Girl Summer | Wednesday | 10 - 11:30 p.m.

Join the female-led dance party featuring some of the hottest hip-hop music. [Downtown; Free]

An Insider’s Guide to Little Ethiopia

Last month, the Clark County Commission voted to officially designate the neighborhood around Flamingo and Decatur “Little Ethiopia,” creating the county’s first-ever cultural district. So today, we’ve got an insider’s guide to Little Ethiopia: Community member and educator Messeret Sertse takes co-host Vogue Robinson out for a grocery store tour, dinner at her favorite restaurant, and a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony. Messeret talks about what this cultural district means for her and the next generation of young Ethiopians in Las Vegas, and how the community at large can appreciate Ethiopian culture here, too.