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Las Vegas Review Journal

Robert E. Lang, a UNLV professor credited with helping Las Vegas recover from the Great Recession and diversify its economy, died Monday of complications from cancer. He was 62.

KTNV-TV: ABC 13

Renowned UNLV professor Dr. Robert Lang has passed away.

KLAS-TV: 8 News Now

Dr. Robert Lang, executive director of UNLV’s Brookings Mountain West and The Lincy Institute, has passed away at 62. University President Keith Whitfield confirmed the loss, saying it came after a battle with a “lengthy illness.”

KVVU-TV: Fox 5

Dr. Robert Lang, a professor of public policy at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and executive director of the school's Brookings Mountain West and The Lincy Institute, died Monday at age 62.

KVVU-TV: Fox 5

Dr. Robert Lang, a professor of public policy at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and executive director of the school's Brookings Mountain West and The Lincy Institute, died Monday at age 62.

Las Vegas Sun

Robert E. Lang, whose influence as a policy leader in Southern Nevada can be seen in such projects as UNLV’s medical school and Allegiant Stadium, has died. He was at 62.

KTNV-TV: ABC 13

Opening day for the highly-anticipated Resorts World Las Vegas is set for this Thursday. Even though the doors haven’t opened yet, dozens of people are already sharing their thoughts in online reviews.

Journalism History

For the 82nd episode of the Journalism History podcast, host Ken Ward spoke to Stephen Bates about the creation and findings of the Hutchins Commission ahead of the 75th anniversary of the “A Free and Responsible Press” report.

Tesla Rati

Another Tesla has crashed, and this time, it took the lives of two individuals from Texas.

Tesla Rati

Another Tesla has crashed, and this time, it took the lives of two individuals from Texas.

Thrive Global

If you are missing friends and family, don’t wait for them to come to you. Take the initiative to reach out.

Fatherly

If you’re vaccinated and wondering whether you should butt in and try to persuade others to get vaccinated, too, you’re not alone.