Formula 1 & Tourism: F1 has locked in another decade for the Las Vegas Grand Prix, extending the race through 2037 and keeping the Strip circuit a major draw for global visitors and business travel. Hospitality Development: Mortenson has closed financing for a dual-brand AC Hotel/Residence Inn project next to the Las Vegas Convention Center, with groundbreaking set for June 15 and completion expected in summer 2028. Gaming & Jobs: Primm’s casino operator Affinity Gaming plans to shut down remaining venues by July 4, and the Primm family says a new operator could be announced within days—an outcome that could determine hundreds of jobs and the future of the border stop. Local Economy & Cost Pressure: Rideshare drivers in Nevada are pushing for state action as gas prices climb and pay falls, arguing current economics make the work unsustainable. Water & Regional Trade: San Diego is exploring a first-of-its-kind Colorado River water rights exchange with Nevada and Arizona, aiming to reduce draw from the river without moving water across state lines. Mining & Permitting: Barrick Gold secured new federal exploration permits in north-central Nevada, clearing the way for additional drilling near major gold districts. Policy & Travel Risk: Nevada’s senators warn a proposed federal rule requiring Visa Waiver travelers to disclose years of social media activity could further discourage international tourism. Cybersecurity: Cisco says agentic AI is accelerating vulnerability discovery, warning companies to prepare for faster, more automated attacks. Sports Business: The USHL is planning expansion with a focus on adding teams in California, Nevada and Arizona, signaling more development-hockey opportunities in the West.