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by Lincoln County Record
CARSON CITY – Nevada State Parks introduced Carson Kit Fox as its new official mascot. Carson, a friendly and adventurous kit fox, is stepping into the role of inspiring visitors of all ages to explore and cherish Nevada’s diverse natural and cultural treasures.As a symbol of Nevada’s wildlife and the spirit of outdoor adventure, Carson […]
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LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — A domestic dispute led to a deadly shooting at a Smith’s in the valley this past Tuesday, and the man accused of the killings is now facing multiple felony charges.
Alejandro Estrada, who is charged with the two deaths at the store, is being held without bail. He faces 11 felony charges, including two counts of murder.
Court records show one of the victims, Amanda Frias Rosas, was involved in an ongoing child support case with Estrada.
Marilyn Caston, a junior partner at Nevada Family Law Group, discussed challenges that can arise for separated couples.
A Las Vegas casino abruptly pulled the plug on a prediction market conference over fears the event could draw scrutiny from Nevada gambling regulators, according to a report.
Predict 2026 had been slated for the Aria on the Strip before the MGM-operated resort canceled the booking just days after signing the agreement.
‘The [Aria] is issuing this notice in light of Nevada’s current regulatory and enforcement position regarding prediction markets,’ a lawyer for the resort wrote in a termination letter cited by Barron’s.
The dispute highlights escalating tensions between state gambling regulators and prediction market firms such as Kalshi and Polymarket, which let people bet on the outcomes of all kinds of events.
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The Aria on the Las Vegas Strip canceled a prediction market conference days after signing the contract amid growing scrutiny from Nevada gambling regulators. Ron Buskirk/imageBROKER/Shutterstock
Nevada regulators have taken an especially aggressive stance toward the fast-growing sector, arguing that some sports-event contracts resemble unlicensed wagering that bypasses state gaming rules and taxes.
Last October, the Nevada Gaming Control Board warned casino license holders that maintaining ties to prediction market operators could factor into whether they remain eligible for gaming licenses.
“If a Nevada licensee chooses to offer Sports and Other Event Contracts in Nevada or decides to partner with other entities offering Sports and Other Event Contracts in the state, the Board will consider these developments as it evaluates the suitability of the entity to maintain a Nevada gaming license,” regulators said in the guidance cited by Barron’s.
While Predict 2026 was not sponsored by any prediction market company, Aria’s legal notice indicated that regulators had become increasingly sensitive even to indirect promotion of the industry.
Nevada regulators have warned casino license holders that ties to prediction market operators like Polymarket could affect their suitability to hold gaming licenses. Christopher Sadowski for NY Post
The Aria, which opened in 2009 and is operated by MGM Resorts after being sold to Blackstone in 2021, did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
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The showdown highlights the widening divide between traditional casino operators and the new entrants into the prediction market space.
Legacy gaming giants such as MGM Resorts and Caesars Entertainment have largely stayed away from prediction markets even as companies including DraftKings have launched competing platforms to challenge businesses like Kalshi.
Prediction market operators insist that their event contracts are federally regulated financial instruments overseen by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, allowing them to operate nationwide for users over 18.
Prediction market companies including Kalshi say their event contracts are federally regulated financial instruments, setting up a clash with state gambling authorities. Samuel Boivin/NurPhoto/Shutterstock
Some state gaming regulators, however, have argued that sports-related contracts closely resemble sports betting and should fall under state gambling laws.
Nevada officials have already taken direct legal action against Kalshi.
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The Nevada Gaming Commission sued the company over its sports event contracts, and the platform was briefly barred from operating in the state earlier this year, according to Barron’s.
The Post has sought comment from Polymarket, Aria and the Nevada Gaming Control Board.
Nevada has a rich history of producing athletic legends.
A large part of that is the continued success of the numerous high schools across the state. Going back decades, the state has seen a rise from some programs being local giants to some going big on the national scale, such as MLB star Bryce Harper.
Which high schools in Nevada are considered the best for athletes today?
According to a study conducted by Niche, which accounts for survey feedback from students and parents—accounting for “reviews of athletics, number of state championships, student participation in athletics, and the number of sports offered at the school”—and data from the U.S. Department of Education, these are the top 25.
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25. GV Christian School (Henderson)
Total number of sports: 11
24. Shadow Ridge High School (Las Vegas)
Total number of sports: 23
23. Douglas County High School (Minden)
Total number of sports: 15
22. Galena High School (Reno)
Total number of sports: 21
21. Albert M. Lowry High School (Winnemucca)
Total number of sports: 15
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20. Spring Creek High School
Total number of sports: 9
19. Elko High School
Total number of sports: 10
18. Centennial High School (Las Vegas)
Total number of sports: 23
17. Pershing County High School (Lovelock)
Total number of sports: 12
16. Yerington High School
Total number of sports: 11
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15. Indian Springs High School
Total number of sports: 7
14. Moapa Valley High School (Overton)
Total number of sports: 23
13. Robert McQueen High School (Reno)
Total number of sports: 15
12. Spanish Springs High School (Sparks)
Total number of sports: 14
11. Fernley High School
Total number of sports: 9
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10. Democracy Prep at Agassi High (Las Vegas)
Total number of sports: 9
9. Reno High School
Total number of sports: 16
8. Incline High School (Incline Village)
Total number of sports: 21
7. Liberty High School (Henderson)
Total number of sports: 23
6. Sage Ridge School (Reno)
Total number of sports: 15
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5. Churchill County High School
Total number of sports: 30
4. Faith Lutheran Middle School & High School (Las Vegas)
Total number of sports: 21
3. Sports Leadership & Management of Nevada (Henderson)
