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Episode 1489Nov 14, 2025

What’s happening in Vegas?

Plus, RIP to the penny.

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What’s happening in Vegas?
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The Latin Grammys threw a party in Las Vegas last night. But this year, the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown has had a chilling effect on the Latin entertainment industry. Mountain West News Bureau reporter Yvette Fernandez joins Kimberly from Las Vegas to share her reporting, including how the city is handling a lengthy tourism slump. Plus, we’ll play a round of Half Full/Half Empty!

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What’s happening in Vegas?