There’s so much to love about living in Las Vegas: the sunshine, the palm trees, the openness of both the landscape and the people. The city’s transient nature provides a comforting sense of anonymity that allows you to do things you normally wouldn't do. You can look like hell in the grocery store with no fear of running into someone from high school... Or, you can perform stand-up comedy. Continue reading »

Though better known for its scorching summer heat and bone-dry aridity, Las Vegas also turns out some violent summer rainstorms. And when storm water encounters parched earth, what you get is a flash flood. It's a fascinating weather phenomenon — and sometimes a killer. Here's what you need to know. Continue reading »

Check the thermometer. Is it over 100 degrees yet? Yeah, that's Las Vegas in the summertime. Time to head for some pine-scented, lakeside retreat. Big Bear Lake fills the bill, and it's just about three hours away in California's San Bernardino National Forest. Continue reading »