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EPISODE · Jul 31, 2026 · 30 MIN

The Hottest Weekend of the Year, Data Center Battles, and Good News Friday

from City Cast Las Vegas · host City Cast

Las Vegas is bracing for temperatures up to 117 degrees this weekend, and with nearly 30 heat-related deaths already recorded in Clark County this year, the valley's approach to extreme heat is under the microscope. Then, Southern Nevada's data center battles are heating up too. Plus, Good News Friday returns. And in a members-only bonus segment, Nevada's fight against prediction market platform Kalshi escalates; we dig into just how big a threat platforms like Kalshi are to Las Vegas' gaming industry and what guardrails need to be put in place. Host Jesse Merrick breaks it all down with NPR Mountain West News Bureau regional reporter Yvette Fernandez and Nevada Current reporter Michael "MJ" Lyle. 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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