EPISODE · Jun 5, 2026 · 31 MIN
Can Las Vegas Fix Its Overcrowded Pet Shelters? Plus, Anger Towards NV Energy and Saving Downtown History
from City Cast Las Vegas · host City Cast
Even as the Las Vegas Valley’s largest nonprofit animal shelter has routinely dealt with overcrowding, Henderson’s shelter recently reported a live release of 91 percent so far this year. So what’s making the difference – and can the rest of the city replicate that success? Yvette Fernandez, Regional Reporter in the Mountain West News Bureau for Nevada Public Radio, and executive producer Layla Muhammad join host Jesse Merrick to find out. Plus, the team discusses why NV Energy executives are drawing protests amid surging energy costs, and whether new life for a downtown motel could spell the start of a wider revitalization. Then, in our member’s only bonus segment, we break down the best advice for what to do – and what not to do – when you’re moving to Las Vegas. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
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Even as the Las Vegas Valley’s largest nonprofit animal shelter has routinely dealt with overcrowding, Henderson’s shelter recently reported a live release of 91 percent so far this year. So what’s making the difference – and can the rest of the city replicate that success? Yvette Fernandez, Regional Reporter in the Mountain West News Bureau for Nevada Public Radio, and executive producer Layla Muhammad join host Jesse Merrick to find out. Plus, the team discusses why NV Energy executives are drawing protests amid surging energy costs, and whether new life for a downtown motel could spell the start of a wider revitalization. Then, in our member’s only bonus segment, we break down the best advice for what to do – and what not to do – when you’re moving to Las Vegas. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
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Can Las Vegas Fix Its Overcrowded Pet Shelters? Plus, Anger Towards NV Energy and Saving Downtown History
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