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Clark County’s Alarming Heat Deaths: A Must-Act Crisis

November 10, 2025November 10, 2025 SnapLive NewsClark County heat deaths, climate change impact, community awareness, cooling resources access, extreme temperatures, health disparities, heat-related fatalities, public health crisis, urban heat island effect, vulnerable populations0 comment

Clark Countys heat deaths have reached alarming levels, prompting an urgent call to action as nearly 280 lives were lost to extreme temperatures in just the first half of 2025. With vulnerable populations suffering the most, its time for our community to come together and find effective solutions to this pressing crisis. Read More

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Shooting Victim Faces Stunning Injuries, Gunman Still at Large

October 17, 2025 SnapLive Newscommunity safety, crime prevention, eyewitness accounts, gun violence, law enforcement, manhunt, neighborhood violence, public health crisis, shooting injuries, victim support0 comment

As the community grapples with the aftermath of gun violence injuries sustained by one of their own, the manhunt for the gunman intensifies, leaving residents both fearful and determined to find answers. In a world where safety should be a given, the echoes of that tragic evening serve as a stark reminder of the urgent need for change. Read More

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Stunning Clark County Heat Reports Reveal Shocking 200 Deaths

September 23, 2025September 23, 2025 SnapLive NewsClark County heat deaths, climate change impact, community awareness, extreme heat waves, health outreach programs, heat-related fatalities, public health crisis, summer heat risks, urban heat islands, vulnerable populations0 comment

Stunning Clark County heat reports reveal shocking 200 deaths, highlighting the urgent need for community awareness and action in the face of escalating temperatures. As we confront the severe impacts of climate change, understanding the rise in Clark County heat deaths is crucial for protecting our most vulnerable residents. Read More

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Fentanyl Distribution: Shocking 6-Year Sentence for Vegas Man

September 5, 2025September 5, 2025 SnapLive NewsAddiction treatment, drug laws, drug policy, fentanyl crisis, fentanyl distribution, fentanyl sentencing, Las Vegas crime, legal consequences, opioid epidemic, public health crisis0 comment

In a startling move, a Las Vegas man has received a six-year fentanyl distribution sentence, shining a spotlight on the urgent need to address the escalating opioid crisis in the U.S. This case serves as a reminder that the fight against fentanyl distribution is intensifying, and the consequences are becoming increasingly severe. Read More

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Overdose Awareness Day: Essential Community Response Amid Rising Deaths

August 31, 2025August 31, 2025 SnapLive Newsaddiction awareness, community response, harm reduction, Las Vegas overdose statistics, naloxone access, opioid crisis, Overdose Awareness Day, overdose prevention, public health crisis, substance abuse0 comment

Overdose Awareness Day shines a crucial spotlight on the escalating crisis of substance overdoses, urging communities to come together in understanding and action. As we reflect on the lives affected, it’s a powerful reminder that collaboration and support are key to combating this urgent public health issue. Read More