🌱 Man Found Dead In Northwest Vegas + Police Locate Missing Man

Good morning, neighbors. It's me, Danielle Fallon-O'Leary, your host of the Las Vegas Daily — here to explain everything you need to know about what's happening in our community today.

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny. High: 57 Low: 35.

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Here are the top three stories in Las Vegas today:

1. Jordan Fox was fatally shot in northwest Las Vegas on Thursday night. His death was ruled a homicide, and police are currently investigating the incident. Fox was found with a gunshot wound in his abdomen. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)
2. North Las Vegas have arrested a man accused of driving 106 miles per hour in a posted 45-mile-per-hour zone. The driver's speed was clocked near Deer Springs and Losee. The driver was booked with six counts of reckless driving, driving without a driver’s license, and no proof of insurance. (Fox 5 Las Vegas)
3. Las Vegas police have located a missing 79-year-old man. Gerald Makela was believed to be in emotional distress and may have needed medical assistance. He was located in Arizona a few hours after being reported missing. (KTNV 13 Action News Las Vegas)

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Today in Las Vegas:

• Holiday Craft To Go At Spring Valley Library (All Day)
• Teen Zone Hours At West Las Vegas Library (2:00 PM)
• Winterpalooza Pajama Jam At Sahara West Library (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Looking for a new home? There are a handful of new houses available in and around Las Vegas. (Las Vegas Patch)
• The Mob Museum in downtown Las Vegas will offer free entry to law enforcement. On Jan. 9, any federal, state, or local law enforcement can enter the museum for free. (Fox 5 Las Vegas)
• Looking to bring home a new family member in time for the holidays? Five-year-old mixed breed Nash is looking for an active family or a hiking buddy. ⁣(Nevada SPCA Life-saving Shelter via Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Wednesday off right! I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with a new update.

— Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

About me: Danielle Fallon-O’Leary is a senior writer with content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.