Thunderbirds to resume Las Vegas arrival flyovers Monday

Sunday, April 18th, 2021, 4:18pm

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — A tradition that was beloved throughout the height of the pandemic is coming back for another season.

The Thunderbirds kicked off their 2021 show season at the Cocoa Beach Air Show in Florida this weekend. Now they are set to return to Las Vegas Monday, April 19.

The Thunderbirds will be conducting the first of many "Thunderbirds Arrival" flyovers of the Las Vegas valley. Officials say this will continue for all shows outside city limits for the 2021 show season.

The Thunderbirds will be using the same returning routes they used last year.

On Monday, April 19, the Thunderbirds will be using the East Route, shown above.

Officials say the Thunderbirds will be passing through between 12 p.m. and 1 p.m., but no exact time was given. The plans are subject to change, based on weather or other delays during the six-hour return flight from Cocoa Beach, Fla... Read More

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Sunday, April 18th, 2021, 4:00pm

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Metro Police are asking the public to be on the lookout for a missing woman who they believe could be endangered.

Linda Glaze, 74, was last seen Sunday morning near the 4200 block of North Jones, close to Craig Road.

She was last seen wearing a gray jacket or sweatshirt, dark pants and was carrying a bag.

Police say Glaze may be in severe emotional distress and in need of medical assistance.

If you have any information about her whereabouts, call (702) 828-3111... Read More

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Sunday, April 18th, 2021, 12:45pm

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- A local organization is making gift-giving easy and rewarding this Mother's Day. HELP of Southern Nevada has the perfect option that will make a mother smile and benefit another who is in need.

The nonprofit, dedicated to better serving the homeless and those in crisis in the community, has created gift boxes for all types of mothers.

These personalized boxes are themed with four special designs ranging from fitness guru, to wine enthusiast to movie lovers or a self-care queen.

Each box is wrapped and ready to go... Read More

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Sunday, April 18th, 2021, 11:36am

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Austin police are still searching for the suspect after three people were killed in a shooting near an apartment complex in the Arboretum area of northwest Austin.

The scene was previously reported as a possible active shooter situation, however, Austin Police Department now says it appears it was an isolated domestic event.

If you or someone you know needs help, please call the 24/7 National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233.

Police named 41-year-old Stephen Nicholas Broderick as the suspect and they're considering him a fugitive who is armed and dangerous. Broderick is said to be wearing a gray hoodie and a baseball cap. He is 5' 7" with an average build... Read More

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Saturday, April 17th, 2021, 11:16pm

NORTH LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Pirate Fest has returned to Craig Ranch Park in North Las Vegas for the weekend. Organizers say they “arrrrrr” happy to have everyone back after a year of lockdowns.

There was food, music, live entertainment, games, and of course, pirates.

They have had a great turnout, with people coming from all over the valley and even from other states.

“The pirate camaraderie we have it is a brotherhood. It's people that get together from all walks of life,” said pirate Edgar Barragan. “Different occupations you name it, I myself I'm a social worker and I've been doing that for 28 years. We have people in law enforcement, we have firemen, we have a little bit of everything, but we all share that particular common goal of having a great time as pirates."

If you want to check it out, it is also open Sunday from 11 am to 7pm. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for kids... Read More

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Saturday, April 17th, 2021, 8:46pm

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Dozens of protesters gathered on the Las Vegas Strip Saturday night, marching to show they stand with the families of Daunte Wright and Adam Toledo.

Both were shot and killed by police over the past month. Wright was killed near Minneapolis, Minn., while Toledo was shot and killed by Chicago Police in Illinois.

The group "More Than A Hashtag LV" set up the protest, and streamed the video live on their Facebook page... Read More

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Saturday, April 17th, 2021, 6:56pm

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Mark Stone, Max Pacioretty and Nicolas Roy each had a goal and an assist and the Vegas Golden Knights defeated the Anaheim Ducks 5-2 to move into a tie for first place in the West Division with the Colorado Avalanche.

Alex Pietrangelo and Alex Tuch also scored goals, while Marc-Andre Fleury made 33 saves as the Golden Knights extended their winning streak to six games, matching a season best.

Anaheim Ducks' Sam Steel (23) collides with Vegas Golden Knights goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury (29) during the third period of an NHL hockey game Sunday, April 18, 2021, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

PRE-GAME: Marc-Andre Fleury in net for the Golden Knights. John Gibson in net for the Ducks... Read More

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