Quick FactsNearly 90 years of history from Nevada, the West, and the nation

Fully integrated with the most comprehensive aggregated news resource in the world Valuable for students and faculty in nearly every academic discipline

Overview As the most influential newspaper in Nevada, the Las Vegas Review-Journal provides insight into the colorful history and ongoing evolution of one of America’s most iconic cities. From the region’s early Wild West days to its current status as a bastion of culture, entertainment and business, the pages of the Review-Journal chronicle Las Vegas’ story in unparalleled detail. Combining this robust historical archive as part of the most comprehensive aggregated news resource in the world creates a seamless continuum of coverage from 1929 to today, and offers teaching and research opportunities for students and faculty in nearly every academic discipline.

In-depth coverage of Nevada historyAt the founding of the Las Vegas Review-Journal in 1929, Las Vegas had a population of just 5,000 and not a single stoplight or casino. The legalization of gambling in 1931, and the arrival of the Las Vegas Union Pacific Station in 1940, opened the door to development, turning the lonely desert outpost into a major tourist destination. As a tireless champion of Las Vegas, the Review-Journal also aided in the city’s growth—its impassioned editorials were instrumental in securing paved roads, parks, an airport and other amenities. And as a Colorado River Commissioner, columnist Review-Journal John Cahlan’s reach extended far beyond city limits, helping shape the future of water management across the arid West.

Local coverage of 20th century history The archives of the Las Vegas Review-Journal provide firsthand reporting on the construction of the region’s military bases, the founding of the University of Las Vegas, and the development of numerous museums and resorts. Additionally, the paper offers uniquely Nevadan perspectives on the news that defined the 20th century, including the Great Depression, World War II, the Vietnam and Cold wars, and the Women’s Rights and Civil Rights movements. Researchers will also find news, editorials, photographs, classifieds and more that shed new light on issues like the desegregation of casinos, the impact of the Great Recession and subsequent housing crisis, and the rise of sexual harassment allegations in Sin City institutions.

A continuum of coverage streamlines researchThe historical archive of the Las Vegas Review-Journal is fully integrated with the paper’s most recent print and online news, as well as thousands of other up-to-date information sources—including full-color digital editions of the printed paper. These diverse publications, many of which are unavailable elsewhere, offer extensive local, regional, national and international coverage, providing valuable perspectives from around the world. By accessing historical newspapers and current news sources together in one integrated interface, users enjoy a unique, deep and seamless research experience.

Las Vegas Review-Journal (1929-Today)A unique, seamless research experience

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