COVID-19 is spreading fastest in wealthy suburbs in the west and south Las Vegas Valley, as a highly contagious strain establishes a growing foothold.

The delta variant has health officials on alert for the uptick in COVID-19 cases. Nevada is reporting more than 100 confirmed cases.

Expect busy weekends in the Las Vegas valley during the month of July with people coming into town for concerts, expos, and the Fourth of July holiday. All of this at a time when the Delta variant is rapidly spreading in Nevada.

You are at greater risk of dying if you remain unvaccinated against the deadly coronavirus, according to a report released by The Associated Press (AP).

If you, a friend, or a loved one remain unvaccinated against COVID-19 at this point – for whatever reason – you are at higher risk of dying if you become infected.

Gov. Steve Sisolak’s offer of a chance to win a million-dollar prize hasn’t resulted in a noticeable uptick in COVID-19 vaccinations in Nevada, at least not so far.

The more contagious delta variant of COVID-19 is emerging as the most prevalent strain in Nevada.

If you, a friend or a loved one remain unvaccinated against COVID-19 at this point -- for whatever reason -- you are at higher risk for dying if you do become infected, a new report concludes.