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Defense attorney Carl Arnold claims that his client, Duane “Keffe D” Davis, accused of killing Tupac Shakur in 1996, has given inconsistent stories and that prosecutors lack crucial evidence. Arnold alleges that Davis’s account, including his 2008 police interviews and 2019 memoir, is fabricated for financial gain. The prosecution, however, maintains that evidence against Davis is substantial and that his credibility will be a jury matter. Davis, held on $750,000 bail, pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder. If convicted, he faces life imprisonment. Arnold plans to call Suge Knight, who was wounded in the shooting, as a witness, while Davis himself will not testify. The defense intends to challenge the lack of physical evidence linking Davis to the scene and emphasize the absence of video footage identifying him in Las Vegas at the time of the killing.

President of the Rio, Trevor Scherrer, has announced his resignation due to undisclosed health concerns. Scherrer’s responsibilities included overseeing the Rio’s transition from Caesars Entertainment ownership and recruiting the executive leadership team. He has over three decades of experience in the Las Vegas hospitality industry, holding executive positions at MGM Grand, The Mirage, New York-New York, and Resorts World Las Vegas. Dreamscape, the company that operates the Rio, has expressed their support for Scherrer’s decision to focus on his health and family. The company has invested millions of dollars in remodeling projects since acquiring the property in 2019.

Drew Carey, a well-known American comedian and actor, expressed his profound admiration for Phish’s recent performances at The Sphere in Las Vegas, describing the experience as life-changing. Carey attended one of the band’s four sold-out concerts and took to social media to share his enthusiastic reactions, comparing the show to a spiritual awakening and an orgasm experienced by a woman. His comments sparked both amusement and speculation among fans and followers.

The Sick New World Festival is back this Saturday, April 27th, and the set times have been announced. Headliners Slipknot and System Of A Down will be joined by Alice In Chains, Bring Me The Horizon, Danny Elfman, and A Perfect Circle. The festival will feature five stages and will run into the wee hours of the night.

Aces star guard Kelsey Plum and New York Giants tight end Darren Waller have filed for divorce in Clark County District Court in Las Vegas. The couple was married in March 2023 after reportedly dating for one year. Plum, 29, and Waller, 31, are both accomplished athletes. Plum is a two-time WNBA champion with the Aces and a gold medalist in women’s 3×3 basketball at the Tokyo Olympics. Waller made the Pro Bowl in 2020 while playing for the Las Vegas Raiders. It is unclear if Waller plans to play in the 2024 season or retire from professional football.

Las Vegas real estate agents have expressed support for the ongoing investigation into the National Association of Realtors (NAR) by the U.S. Justice Department. They believe the investigation will bring more transparency and fairness to the industry, particularly regarding commission rates. Despite NAR’s recent settlement with the Justice Department, agents remain concerned about loopholes that may allow them to circumvent the new guidelines.

A $12 billion high-speed rail line project between Southern California and Las Vegas is set to begin construction, with officials aiming for a 2028 launch. The line, operated by Brightline, is expected to reduce pollution and cut travel time between the two regions to two hours. The project has received significant federal funding and is intended to jumpstart the development of a high-speed rail network in the United States.

The groundbreaking ceremony for America’s first high-speed rail project has taken place, connecting Los Angeles and Las Vegas through a 218-mile railway. The project, funded in part by $3 billion in federal grants, aims to revolutionize transportation between the two cities with electric trains reaching speeds of up to 200 mph. Brightline, the rail construction firm, expects the project to create 35,000 jobs and reduce carbon emissions by 400,000 tons annually.

Construction has commenced on a $12 billion high-speed rail line that will connect Las Vegas and the Los Angeles area, marking a significant milestone in the development of high-speed rail in the United States. The project, led by Brightline West, is expected to create thousands of union jobs and boost local economies while reducing traffic congestion and emissions.

Blake Shelton expressed his gratitude towards Gwen Stefani for joining him at the grand opening of his Las Vegas bar, Ole Red, despite her hectic schedule. Stefani had recently reunited with her band, No Doubt, at Coachella, requiring intense rehearsals. Shelton praised Stefani’s performance and the success of the bar’s opening, noting its appeal to country music fans visiting Las Vegas.