Friday, January 30, 2026

Feature

BOOK IT BOOK IT

The Historic Westside turns a page with the new West Las Vegas Library opening its doors to the public A long-anticipated dream has now become a reality, as hundreds gathered Dec. 9 to celebrate... [Read more]


Shepherd’s Path Shepherd’s Path

When Sherri Shepherd had nothing, faith and friendship lit her way forward. She will bring her talent to a Las Vegas stage next spring — and with it, a story that is a triumphant testament to resilience. Sherri... [Read more]


Historic HBCU showdown in Vegas! Historic HBCU showdown in Vegas!

The first-ever Las Vegas HBCU Football Classic brought electrifying energy to Allegiant Stadium as Jackson State University and Grambling State University faced off in a thrilling matchup.  The weekend... [Read more]


Read more posts from Feature

Conversation

YOU! HAVE THE POWER  | Happy New Year … or is it? YOU! HAVE THE POWER  | Happy New Year … or is it?

DR. ELLEN BROWN BY DR. ELLEN W. BROWN We made it.  The questions of where we made it to, when we arrived, why we are here — and even why not — all rushed front and center the moment the bell... [Read more]


Billions Of Reasons To Be Against Wealth Concentration Billions Of Reasons To Be Against Wealth Concentration

BY LOUIE OVERSTREET Louie Overstreet The control of wealth in America is in the hands of slightly more than 900 billionaires and heads of 500 corporations. The combined wealth of the billionaires... [Read more]


Read more posts from Conversation

Community

HISTORIC BLACK VEGAS: Myth Me in the New Year HISTORIC BLACK VEGAS: Myth Me in the New Year

Claytee D. White BY CLAYTEE D. WHITE It was a ritual when I was growing up: my father would walk into a neighbor’s house every New Year’s Day, bearing hopes of good fortune in their home for... [Read more]


Seven Rangers, One Purpose Seven Rangers, One Purpose

A new theatrical dance production brings movement, meaning, and mental health awareness to families in Las Vegas. On a Sunday afternoon this January, the stage at CSN’s Horn Theatre will transform... [Read more]


Bringing Smiles Through Art Bringing Smiles Through Art

Joseph Watson is spreading joy with his gift for imagery Widely recognized by his signature “JOEE,” Joseph Watson has been channeling creativity since his early days growing up in Gardena, California... [Read more]


Read more posts from Community

Highlights

It’s OK It’s OK

BY KIMBERLY BAILEY-TUREAUD We’ve just welcomed 2026, and I couldn’t be more elated to have celebrated New Year’s Eve surrounded by my family — especially my mother, Anna Bailey, who was... [Read more]


PEACE: Inhale, exhale. Our spirits need a breather PEACE: Inhale, exhale. Our spirits need a breather

BY KIMBERLY BAILEY-TUREAUD We breathe.  In and out, without thinking, our lungs rise and fall — an effortless rhythm gifted to us so we may live, move, and see another day. Yet what we choose... [Read more]


PEACE: Reconciling Self PEACE: Reconciling Self

BY KIMBERLY BAILEY-TUREAUD Our greatest journey is not across oceans or through time. It is within. The daily challenge lies in merging mind, body, spirit, and soul into one harmonious being. The... [Read more]


Read more posts from Highlights

Food

FOOD FOR THE SOUL: Vegan Broccoli Cheddar Soup FOOD FOR THE SOUL: Vegan Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Vegan Broccoli Cheddar Soup BY STACEY DUGAN Ingredients (Serves 4-6) 2 tablespoons of olive oil 1 cup chopped onions 2 tablespoons chopped fresh garlic 1 medium potato peeled and chopped 1 ½cup... [Read more]


FOOD FOR THE SOUL: Wild Caught King Salmon Cakes and Quinoa Salad FOOD FOR THE SOUL: Wild Caught King Salmon Cakes and Quinoa Salad

Wild Caught King Salmon Cakes and Quinoa Salad Ingredients 1 lb. skinless wild salmon, cut into small chunks 2 green onions, sliced 1/2 tsp. grated orange zest Kosher salt 2 tsp. extra-virgin... [Read more]


Read more posts from Food

Arts & Entertainment

KNIGHT MOVES | Everything is feeling new again KNIGHT MOVES | Everything is feeling new again

By Craig Knight Happy New Year!  January has arrived — and with it comes fresh energy, first-quarter focus, and the unmistakable vibe of Capricorn season. As we step into 2026, the year’s... [Read more]


KNIGHT MOVES | December 2025 (Oh, What a Month) KNIGHT MOVES | December 2025 (Oh, What a Month)

By Craig Knight December arrives as the grand finale of another remarkable year. The air turns crisp, the lights glow brighter, and there’s a shared sense of reflection and anticipation. As 2025... [Read more]


Read more posts from Arts & Entertainment

Extra

New Year, New Us New Year, New Us

Charles Tureaud and Kimberly Bailey Tureaud Happy New Now!  As we step into 2026, we are proud to welcome you to a brand-new issue of Las Vegas Black Image. Since 2008, our mission has been rooted... [Read more]


PART THE WATERS PART THE WATERS

Executive-produced by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, “Moses the Black” arrives in theaters in January, starring Omar Epps, Wiz Khalifa, Quavo, and Chukwudi Iwuji. Omar Epps stars in “Moses “The... [Read more]


Read more posts from Extra