13 investigates: Live Updates : Vimarsana.com : Live Updates Every Minute from 25K+ News Agencies Across the Globe

Marijuana dispensaries and cannabis-related businesses have little to no access to traditional banking, forcing the industry to operate on a cash-only basis. The SAFE Banking Act of 2021 is an effort to allow banks to accept cannabis cash.

More legal troubles for Tiger King's Jeff Lowe.

High class rooms and high-dollar thefts: the glitz, the glam and the potential grifters ruining some people's stays.

Word of animals essentially abandoned at the Tiger King Park. Animal rights activists are up in arms about the situation involving "Tiger King’s" Jeff Lowe, whose criminal past in Las Vegas could complicate his future.

A Nevada Guardswoman reported claims of multiple sexual assaults by a master sergeant. NV Guard says they are addressing the issue of assault with a new state law.

HOLD THE PHONE: Vegas homeowners bombarded by offers for their off-market homes
White-hot housing market to blame
John Locher/AP Photo
and last updated 2021-05-06 00:46:49-04
LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — The extremely competitive housing market in Southern Nevada has led to homeowner bombardment of unsolicited offers for properties usually by phone or text message and it will not be ending any time soon.
You have likely received phone calls, text messages, even emails and mail.
"Hey this is Casey, looks like I got your voicemail, I know this is kind of out of the blue, I was just reaching out if you would be open to hearing a cash offer on your house," said one recent caller.

Hotel room heists have guests questioning security on the Las Vegas strip
Room invasions reported while guests are sleeping
Justin Luettjohann
Wedding ring, watches, cash and more among items allegedly stolen from rooms at Encore and Cosmopolitan while guests were sleeping.
and last updated 2021-04-25 14:31:07-04
LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Amid the lights and luxury of Las Vegas Boulevard rises the Encore Tower Suites. A favorite indulgence for California couple Ambria and Justin Luettjohann.
"We decided to take off on New Year's Day just for a little mini vacation for the weekend," said Ambria. "And we are very used to staying at the Wynn. It's kind of been our favorite place."

Nevada unemployment system's no-bid contracts cost taxpayers millions
Throwing money at a problem doesn’t always fix it. In this case, the problem is the state’s unemployment system and it’s your money being spent. A lot of it.
and last updated 2021-04-22 10:50:49-04
LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Throwing money at a problem doesn’t always fix it. In this case, the problem is Nevada's unemployment system and it’s your money being spent.
The pain and frustration are being felt by claimants all over the state.
Janell Clark from Reno describes "Five-and-a-half-hour wait times and people being dropped right and left from calls."

Former Nevada SPCA president charged with felony theft
The former president of the Nevada SPCA has just been arrested. Kathy Jung was the subject of a multi-year 13 investigation, one that saw her and the entire board of directors get replaced. 13 Chief Investigator Darcy Spears has a closer look at the felony charges she faces and why some see this as the final nail in the coffin for a scandal-plagued period.
and last updated 2021-03-17 19:06:06-04
LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — For many donors and animal welfare advocates, the name Kathy Jung goes hand in hand with suspicious spending and misuse of money.

Many Nevada HOAs charge full fees despite cuts in amenities, services amid COVID-19
Some property owners are questioning what are they really paying for after COVID-19 forced many homeowner associations to cut access to community pools, spas, gyms and in some cases, valet and bell services.
and last updated 2021-03-09 19:07:53-05
LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Some property owners are questioning what are they really paying for after COVID-19 forced many homeowner associations to cut access to community pools, spas, gyms and in some cases, valet and bell services.
It's a question people are wondering as they watch the months pass by and their pools, spas, and gyms are chained, locked, or closed.

13 Action New Investigative Reporter Joe Bartels talks about 'Tony Hsieh: The Rise, the Fall, the Future'
Investigating reporter Joe Bartels has been working several months on a series of stories about former Zappos CEO Tony Hsieh after his death. In this interview, Bartels give a sneak peek into the series. Make sure to watch our special series, “Tony Hsieh: The Rise, the Fall, the Future” beginning Feb. 28 and ending March 3 on KTNV-TV Channel 13 and your favorite streaming app.
and last updated 2021-02-28 14:25:05-05
LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Former Zappos CEO Tony Hsieh has been described as a bold leader, a visionary and someone who put others happiness before his own, especially his employees.

Southern Nevada Health District says former McDonald's employee spitting in customer's drink is a 'criminal act'
3 Action News and Chief Investigator Darcy Spears are still following possible actions being taken after a McDonald’s employee reportedly spit into a Las Vegas customer’s iced drink.
and last updated 2021-02-24 01:01:10-05
LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — 13 Action News and Chief Investigator Darcy Spears are still following possible actions being taken after a McDonald’s employee reportedly spit into a Las Vegas customer’s iced drink.
The incident happened on Dec. 22. Cynthia Baer went to McDonald’s near Tropicana Avenue and Jones Boulevard to buy a treat for her kids. She also ordered an iced sugar-free French vanilla latte.

13 Investigates first reported how some of Harris County's most vulnerable neighborhoods are more in need of a COVID-19 vaccine, but have less access to receive one.

Federal court crackdown forces 'Tiger King's' Jeff Lowe to surrender big cat cubs
Judge seeks to prevent further suffering, death
USDA, USDOJ
USDA inspection photos and others filed as exhibits in federal court case against Jeff Lowe, Lauren Lowe and Tiger King LLC.
By:
KTNV Staff
and last updated 2021-01-19 12:19:58-05
LAS VEGAS — A new federal court order is shedding light on the conditions prosecutors say big cats have been living in at a facility run by Jeff Lowe of "Tiger King" fame. The judge ordered all cubs a year and younger, and their mothers, to be removed, and placed at "reputable facilities."

UFOs, cyberattacks, McCarran airport name change among big 13 Investigates stories in 2020
This year will be remembered largely for the pandemic that has dominated headlines but several stories by 13 Investigates in 2020 were among the most read and viewed online.
and last updated 2021-01-01 20:40:52-05
LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — This year will be remembered largely for the pandemic that has dominated headlines but several other key stories by 13 Investigates in 2020 were among the most read and viewed online.
In April, the Pentagon released perhaps the clearest images yet of a possible UFO in the skies above Earth.
The video was taken from US warplanes using an infrared camera.