🌱 State Violates Anti-Dumping + Man Faces Felonies, Mental Exam First

Hey, neighbors. It's Friday in Las Vegas and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on the most important things happening in town.

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and cool. High: 56 Low: 36.

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Here are the top three stories in Las Vegas today:

1. Nevada has investigated more than 12 allegations of violating the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act, a federal anti-dumping law, since 2018. The legislation allows anyone to seek medical emergency services whether or not they can pay. It prevents hospitals from transporting patients to another hospital if they are without health insurance. (News3LV)
2. A 25-year-old man will undergo a competency evaluation before facing several felony charges for driving a vehicle on the Vegas Strip sidewalks and then catching fire after police pinned his car on both sides. Wilson Reyes-Gonzales will face assault with a deadly weapon and other serious charges if he is fit to understand the charges against him. (Fox 5 Las Vegas)
3. According to Metro Police, 18 suspects were taken into custody after authorities set up an undercover internet operation where they posed as juveniles. The suspects arranged to meet up with the undercover agents. Charges included luring a minor with a computer to engage in sexual acts and attempted sexual assault with a victim under 14. (Las Vegas Sun)

Today in Las Vegas:

• Sock Drive At Spring Valley Library (All Day)
• Jabbawockeez At MGM Grand Hotel & Casino (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The City of Las Vegas has two newly elected officials! Councilwoman Francis Allen-Palenske and Councilwoman Nancy E. Brune will be serving on the city council. (City of Las Vegas Government via Facebook)
• Aerosmith's last two performances in their “Deuces Are Wild” residency were canceled. The band announced doctors advised Steven Tyler to sit out after being sick. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)
• Driving through neighborhoods and looking at the brightest Christmas light displays can be a fun pastime when the cooler weather comes around. Find the best locations to see Christmas lights this season at the link! (Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Alrighty, you're all good for today! I'll see you soon.

— 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.