According to AAA, today’s average regular gas price in Nevada is $4.96 cents compared to this time a year ago when we were at about $3.19 cents a gallon.

Last month, during the run-up to the Super Bowl, chicken wings became a topic of consternation for a lot of people. What used to be an inexpensive and beloved snack item has become a nearly premium product. Rising chicken wing prices have become the focus in conversations, and the pain continues.

The United States federal government recently banned Russian oil. The announcement has largely contributed to a spike in gasoline prices in Las Vegas and other cities in the country. Economists have warned that the rising prices might make potential casino visitors rethink traveling to Vegas.

The conflict in Ukraine continues to change on a minute-by-minute basis, and journalists who are seeking context into the myriad political, historical, social, and economic issues that have arisen as a result of the Russian invasion can turn to the following UNLV experts for insight.

UNLV Economics Professor Stephen Miller says it shows a shift in the market.

Certainly, anyone who recently filled up a gas tank (up 49.6 percent from a year ago), bought a Thanksgiving turkey (up 24 percent), or did a little holiday shopping this past month (up 5 to 17 percent) is feeling the pinch of rapidly rising prices.

Small business owners around the valley continue to face hiring problems after being closed for a time due to the pandemic.

Staffing issues just aren’t getting any better for some small business owners in the valley.