Las Vegas Spectrum

What’s in a name? It may possibly be one of the most important ways we self identify. It is sometimes so important that if one doesn’t care for their given name they can change their name to one they feel more suited to them. We sometimes even prefer our nicknames over our full names. It is such a personal...

Above, Barkley is an 8-year-old male Red Heeler. He loves people and other dogs. He enjoys a quiet life and is crate trained. Below: Loki is a sweet, 2-year-old male old Chihuahua mix. He weighs 20 pounds. Loves people and other dogs. He also is house trained. Foreclosed Upon Pets Inc., a nonprofit organization, was founded in 2008. It was formed...

Dealing with the death of a loved one can be hard on families. But thanks to new technology coming to Kraft-Sussman Funeral & Cremation Services, the cremation process can be a more gentle experience and easier on the environment. Kraft-Sussman, is unique in the local funeral business, taking pride in being LGBTQ-owned, as the two partners, Wendy Kraft and Laura...

From the photo library of Cyntha Hall The Las Vegas PRIDE was founded in 1983 by Will Collins and Christie Young, an ally. It was sponsored by the Gay Academic Union at UNLV, MCC Church and the Nevadans for Human Rights That year it was called the Human Rights Seminar and was held on the university campus. About 50 people attended....

For years, rumors have been flying around about Las Vegas PRIDE. Rumors that have caused many a heated argument at PRIDE board meetings and throughout the community. These rumors and ongoing issues have caused rifts within our community and alienated some from what should be a community-wide celebration of love, togetherness and acceptance. Spectrum caught up with the new...

This year, Las Vegas Pride is teaming up with Vegas Women’s Fest and Lesbians Love Travel, among others, to bring several Pride events specifically designed for the ladies. From Oct. 6-13, the week is jampacked with official and unofficial women’s events. Ranging from free to $50 VIP packages. The events include picnicking, dancing, live music, swimming and drag performances....

This year, several organizations are working together to bring an inclusive Pride experience throughout October. Las Vegas PRIDE sets the tone for the monthlong celebrations with the famous party and festival. This year The Center has partnered with PRIDE to include a Trans Pride component to the festivities. Celebrating its second year, Vegas Urban Pride will hold its major event later...

According to the FBI, more than 60 people have been killed in American mass shootings in 2019, alone. Last month, in less than 24 hours, two high-profile mass shootings resulted in 31 fatalities in two states. Twenty-two people were killed in the anti-immigrant, white nationalist shooting at a Walmart in El Paso, Texas, on Aug. 3.  Just a few hours...

Op-Ed Special to Las Vegas Spectrum  Our economy is suffering because of this administration’s incoherent trade war by tweet. The cost of raw materials is rising, American businesses are alarmed, and farmers are hurting. American consumers are paying the price, and the Warren explains trade negotiations odds of a recession are increasing. And in Nevada, escalating tensions with our trading partners are...