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- 0:00SPEAKER_00: Happy Tuesday, Las Vegas.
- 0:01SPEAKER_00: Here are the top stories from the Las Vegas Sun.
- 0:04SPEAKER_00: Las Vegas is feeling the ripple effects of global conflict, and travelers may be the first to notice.
- 0:10SPEAKER_00: As tensions rise in the ongoing Iran war, experts say higher fuel costs are already starting to hit the tourism industry.
- 0:18SPEAKER_00: Airlines are paying more for jet fuel, which could mean more expensive flights into Las Vegas.
- 0:23SPEAKER_00: And for road trippers, rising gas prices may make that weekend getaway a tougher sell.
- 0:28SPEAKER_00: With one of the city's busiest seasons approaching, local leaders are watching closely to see how much visitation could be impacted.
- 0:36SPEAKER_00: In sports, there's a potential fresh start brewing for UNLV football.
- 0:41SPEAKER_00: After high expectations and a rocky path through powerhouse programs, former five-star quarterback Jackson Arnold is getting another shot, this time at UNLV.
- 0:51SPEAKER_00: With experience from both Oklahoma and Auburn, Arnold arrives in Las Vegas looking to reset his career and prove he can live up to the hype.
- 0:59SPEAKER_00: From someone who's watched quite a bit of Jackson Arnold, myself, he may actually be a great fit in Dan Bulland's offense.
- 1:06SPEAKER_00: In housing, the housing market is showing subtle signs of cooling.
- 1:10SPEAKER_00: The median price for existing single-family homes in southern Nevada dropped slightly in March to$480,000.
- 1:17SPEAKER_00: That's down 1% from last year and just under the record high set in late 2025.
- 1:22SPEAKER_00: While it's not a dramatic shift, it could signal a bit of relief for buyers after years of rapid price growth.
- 1:29SPEAKER_00: In education, a tough decision is looming.
- 1:32SPEAKER_00: The Clark County School District is considering closing Good Springs Elementary School, a two-room schoolhouse that's been serving students since 1913.
- 1:41SPEAKER_00: Located about 40 miles southwest of Las Vegas, the school is a piece of local history, and its potential closer is raising concerns in the tight-knit community.
- 1:50SPEAKER_00: And finally, a familiar favorite is looking to grow.
- 1:53SPEAKER_00: In N Out Burger is planning to expand its footprint, but only in states they already operate in.
- 1:58SPEAKER_00: That includes a new unspecified location in Las Vegas.
- 2:02SPEAKER_00: The burger chain is continuing its steady growth while sticking to the simple menu that's built its loyal following.
- 2:08SPEAKER_00: That's your news for today.
- 2:10SPEAKER_00: We look forward to seeing you again tomorrow.