🥟 Dim sum deals for Lunar New Year

🚰 Colorado River Negotiations Run Dry

Time’s up ⌛ Seven states that rely on the Colorado River failed to reach an agreement by Saturday’s deadline for how to divide water use beyond 2026. (Don’t blame us. Nevada uses less than 2% and is committed to cutting 17% more.) Next up: federal intervention and years of lawsuits. Probably. [KTNV]

👍 North Las Vegas: Not as Bad As it Used to Be

Murder, assault, rape, robbery, burglary, and auto theft are all down in North Las Vegas 🥳 Shoplifting is up (so you’ll still see deodorant locked up at Walmart). North Las Vegas Police are also leaning heavily into technology, including license plate readers and yes, of course, drones. [KSNV]

🌹 Flowers Feel the Power of Tariffs

Local florists report soft sales — even for Valentine’s Day — due to tariffs spiking prices on imported flowers, including roses from South America. Making things worse … trade shows and other big events are spending less on floral displays due to the drop in Vegas tourism. [KSNV]

💸 Paid Parking at an Outlet Mall

The Las Vegas South Premium Outlets has introduced paid parking, but only for a dozen “up front” spaces. Still: OUTRAGE ‼️ I actually noticed this weeks ago —- since I can smell the stench of paid parking — but at least 2,488 spaces remain free. [KLAS]

• Maybe it’s time to skip the national chains and spend more time at local mom n’ pop businesses? City Cast Las Vegas shares independent shopping alternatives to big box retailers. [City Cast Las Vegas 🎧]