City Cast Las Vegas

Yes, Vegas is known for its vices — and our gambling, smoking, drinking, clubs, and weed are exclusive to the 21+ crowd. But locals, especially those who’ve grown up here, know that there’s plenty for the kids and teens to do. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Vogue Robinson is joined by Las Vegas Weekly reporter Amber Sampson, who grew up here. Amber’s got all the insider tips on where to take the kiddos this summer — and where teens and 20-year-olds can(legally) go without their parents in tow.This is the third episode in a series on summer entertainment. Make sure to check out our episodes on the best shows in Vegas this summer, and entertainment on a budget, too!Are you heading to any of these events? Tag us when you go: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.For even more Vegas news, events, and goings-on-about town, sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here.

We are going into this Friday roundup celebrating our Golden Knights winning the Stanley Cup! Co-host Vogue Robinson is joined by publisher of TheList.Vegas Andrew Kiraly and co-host Dayvid Figler to discuss the latest sports news, the loss of the last great eccentric local, Lonnie Hammargren, and where you can find good barbecue in town since an electrical fire closed down Jessie Rae’s BBQ.Are you tired of hearing about the A’s possible Las Vegas move? We are too! Lament with us on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us about your support or opposition for the A’s at 702-514-0719.Stay up-to-date on all the latest Vegas news and interesting facts with our morning newsletter! Make sure to sign up for Hey Las Vegas on our website. 

Who doesn’t love ice cream? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Vogue Robinson sits down with food historian Sarah Lohman, author of Eight Flavors: The Untold Story of American Cuisine. Sarah’s not only working on a new book about ice cream, she’s also a Las Vegas local — and in doing her research, she’s uncovered some fascinating facts about ice cream in Las Vegas. Like, did you know that Henderson has the country’s second largest ice cream plant? Or that ice cream used to be a luxury product — but Las Vegas still found a way to sell it, well before refrigeration existed? Sarah and Vogue also talk about the history of our most famous frozen custard spot, the latest trends in ice cream, and where to find them in the Valley.What’s your favorite ice cream in Southern Nevada? Post a pic and tag us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram, or leave us a voicemail with your Vegas insider ice cream tip at 702-514-0719.And don’t forget: Make sure you’re signed up for our amazing morning newsletter here.

As Nevada’s two largest metropolitan areas, Las Vegas and Reno have a sibling-like rivalry — our beef with Reno just might be the state’s biggest beef. But when you stack these two cities against each other, which one is better? Co-host Vogue Robinson hears Indy Matters producer Joey Lovato and fellow co-host Dayvid Figler make the case for their respective cities.What categories did we leave out and who wins? Leave us a voicemail and let us know at 702-514-0719! We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.

Las Vegas relies on the performers and creators who work to maintain the Vegas level of spectacle that keeps tourism alive. Jason Nious is a professional dancer and in his 16 years in the city, he's seen how our dance and performance scene has evolved. From Cirque du Soleil to Usher, Jason shares what it's like to be a dancer in the entertainment capital of the world with co-host Vogue Robinson.What's the most spectacular Vegas show you’ve seen? Let us know on social media and follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.Get the best show recommendations and more Vegas tips in our morning newsletter! Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. 

Events are popping up left and right this summer but as Las Vegas leans towards more big ticket events, where can you go that won’t break your bank? With the next installment of our Summer Entertainment Guide, publisher of TheList.Vegas Andrew Kiraly joins co-host Dayvid Figler to share an array of free and low-cost entertainment options.What are you looking forward to in Vegas this summer? Let us know your thoughts on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.Check out more of our Summer Entertainment Guide in our morning newsletter! Make sure to sign up for Hey Las Vegas here. 

Just when you thought this legislative session was over — it arises once again, zombie-like, to sine die another day. Since Wednesday night, legislators have been locked in a second special session to debate giving public funds to the Oakland A’s for a brand-new baseball stadium (and oh, have the debates been raging). Nevada Current reporter and CCLV contributor April Corbin Girnus joins co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson from Carson City to give us the latest, and explains the pressure levers that this extremely close vote could hinge on. Next up, our team digests the tough news that “absolutely zero” chefs or restaurants from Vegas got a medal in this year’s James Beard Awards (which are basically the Oscars of food). But we don’t care! (Or do we? Kinda sorta?) And lastly, a small victory: The legendary million-dollar display is returning to Binion’s, so you, too can get a selfie with all that money schmoney — but what would make it even better? A money bathtub selfie. Just sayin’.We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.

The legislature recently passed a bill that extends American Rescue Plan funds for universal free breakfast and lunch to ALL Clark County School District kids, at least through the 2024-25 school year. So while school lunch might now be free lunch — is it good lunch? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with award-winning food writer Kim Foster. She explains why money for free lunch is going towards some pretty problematic grub, and also offers up changes that the school district and the community need to hear.How would you change school lunch at CCSD? Or do you think it’s just fine the way it is? Let us know what you think: Call or text us at 702-514-0719, or tag us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram).Looking for the listener survey link? You can take the survey right here — you’ll be entered to win a $250 Visa gift card(and you’ll be helping us out so much!).

Vegas is a notoriously superstitious town — so we’re all just over here, trying to hold in our excitement as the Vegas Golden Knights head into game 3 of the Stanley Cup finals with a 2-0 lead against the Florida Panthers. This is the Vegas-born hockey team’s second appearance in the finals after their impressive 2018 run in their inaugural season. News 3 sports anchor Bryan Salmond returns to break down the hype and the hate for the Golden Knights and tells co-host Dayvid Figler what a championship could mean for all the major league teams in Las Vegas.Do you have a pregame ritual to support our Golden Knights? Share it with us on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also send us a picture at 702-514-0719!Pssst: And here’s the listener survey link if you haven’t taken it yet. Thank you!

While Nevada legislators passed a law that could make your prescription meds cheaper, Governor Lombardo vetoed the measure late yesterday. Under AB250, the discounted rates that Medicare negotiates for some of the highest-need, most expensive drugs would have been available for all Nevadans. What could a law like this mean for Las Vegas, where pharmacy deserts abound, and could lawmakers bring it back next session? Co-host Vogue Robinson is joined by Nevada Current reporter Camalot Todd, who breaks it all down for us.Have you taken our listener survey yet? Do it right here (please and thank you)!And don’t forget, you can stay in the loop on everything Vegas by signing up for our morning newsletter here.