LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — A proposal to build 429 homes in Red Rock Canyon is on the agenda when the Clark County Zoning Commission meets on Tuesday.
Read MoreKLAS CBS 8 News Now: Save Red Rock raises funds for cloud seeding program
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Due to extreme drought conditions the organization known as Save Red Rock is partnering with scientists on a new cloud seeding program with the potential to bring much-needed water to Southern Nevada.
Read MoreKLAS CBS 8 News Now: Local climbing organizations appeal proposed changes to Calico Basin
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — A month after The Bureau of Land Management announced proposed changes to Calico Basin in Red Rock Canyon, two local climbing organizations are pushing back.
Read MoreKLAS CBS 8 News Now: Hikers, climbers react to proposed changes to Red Rock Canyon’s Calico Basin
After The Bureau of Land Management released a plan this week that could potentially bring changes to Calico Basin in Red Rock Canyon, those who frequent the area shared their thoughts.
Read MoreKLAS CBS 8 News Now: ‘It’s a horrible crime against nature,’ vandals strike near Red Rock Canyon
By Victoria Saha ▪ LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Reports of vandals making their way around the popular Red Rock Canyon is upsetting those who come to the area to experience the desert’s beauty. Fifteen minutes into a hiking trail by Calico Basin, vandals spray-painted in different colors of blue, purple, and yellow. It was reported…
Read MoreKLAS CBS 8 News Now: Save Red Rock aims to create Legacy Trail
By Madison Kimbro ▪ Save Red Rock is currently in phase one of creating a legacy trail that would allow better and safer access for cyclists, runners, and walkers in the area. Now through May. 9, the public can view and comment on the current assessment of the trail’s first phase which, is a 5.5-mile stretch…
Read MoreKLAS CBS 8 News Now: Hydroelectric reservoir proposed on Blue Diamond Hill near Red Rock, government seeks public input
Plans have been drawn up for a proposed water reservoir on top of Blue Diamond Hill, including a hydroelectric power plant near Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area.
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is hosting a call-in question and comment session Tuesday night to hear from the public about the proposed project.
KLAS CBS 8 News Now: Red Rock Legacy bike trail to connect Summerlin, Red Rock visitor’s center
The Red Rock Legacy bike trail is moving forward in its development, as the Clark County Commission approved $4.7 million for the project.
The trail will connect Summerlin and the Red Rock visitor’s center, and will eventually complete a 40-mile loop similar to the Henderson River Mountain Loop Trail.
Read MoreKLAS CBS 8 News Now: Final day to weigh in on proposed fees at Calico Basin
by Bianca Holman ▪ LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Calico Basin which skirts the edge of Red Rock National Conservation Area is a popular hiking and biking spot that is currently free to visit but that could change. The Bureau of Land Management is considering adding a gate and a fee booth at the entrance, similar to…
Read MoreKLAS CBS 8 News Now: Clark County approves Red Rock housing development application
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Save Red Rock, a non-profit organization, urged the Clark County Zoning Commission Wednesday to postpone an application by Gypsum Resources for a housing development in Red Rock Canyon while under litigation with the applicant. The commissioners voted and approved a design review and use permit for 280 single-family homes in a 563-acre…
Read MoreKLAS CBS 8 News Now: New safety campaign aims to keep cyclists safe on Clark County roads
KLAS CBS 8 News Now: Group unveils memorial for 5 local cyclists killed in Dec. 10 crash
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — On Saturday, our community remembered the five cyclists that were tragically killed in a crash near Searchlight last December. A Ghost Bike memorial was unveiled in their honor. This “LV5” Ghost Bike memorial is placed right next to a popular bike path and intersection, near Charleston Boulevard and the 215, in the…
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