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With 50% of people thinking it's not realistic for the average American to expect to retire comfortably, the personal-finance company WalletHub today released its report on 2025's Best & Worst Places to Retire, as well as its 2025 Retirement Savings Survey.To help Americans plan for a comfortable retirement without breaking the bank, WalletHub compared more than 180 U.S. cities across 45 key measures of affordability, quality of life, health care and availability of recreational activities. The data set ranges from the cost of living to retired taxpayer-friendliness to the state's health infrastructure.Best Cities to Retire
 1. Orlando, FL
2. Scottsdale, AZ
3. Minneapolis, MN
4. Miami, FL
5. Tampa, FL
6. Atlanta, GA
7. Fort Lauderdale, FL
8. Cincinnati, OH
9. Madison, WI
10. Casper, WY
To view the full report and your city's rank, please visit:
https://wallethub.com/edu/best-places-to-retire/6165Retirement Savings Survey

The Powerball jackpot continues to grow after no ticket matched all six numbers in the recent drawing, pushing the prize to an estimated $1.3 billion for the next draw. The numbers drawn were 8, 23, 25, 40, 53, and the Powerball was 5. However, a ticket sold in Sherman Oaks, California, did match five numbers, securing a $1.3 million prize.The current jackpot has been accumulating since May 31 without a winner matching all six numbers. Winners have the option of receiving their prize as a lump sum or through annuity payments spread over 30 years. The odds of hitting the jackpot remain incredibly slim at 1 in 292.2 million.Powerball is played across 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, with draws taking place on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday nights. In Nevada, where state law prohibits lotteries, residents often travel to nearby states to purchase tickets, with the Primm Valley Lotto store in Nipton, California, being a popular choice for Southern Nevadans. Each Powerball ticket costs $2, and despite the long odds, the dream of winning life-changing wealth keeps many hopeful participants in the game

The Powerball jackpot has grown to an estimated $1.1 billion after no ticket matched all six numbers in the recent drawing. This makes it the fifth-largest prize in the history of the game. The winner can choose to receive the prize in annual payments over 30 years or opt for an immediate lump sum payment, estimated at $498.4 million before taxes.The odds of winning the jackpot are extremely low, at 1 in 292.2 million, making it far less likely than many other rare events, such as being struck by lightning. Despite these odds, the allure of winning such a life-changing amount keeps players participating in hopes of being the eventual winner.Saturday's numbers were 3, 18, 22, 27, 33, and the Powerball number was 17. Powerball tickets are available for $2 each, and the game is played across 45 states, along with the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Drawings occur three times a week on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday nights

A local player experienced a life-changing win at Red Rock Casino's High Limit Slot Room, located in the western Las Vegas Valley. The fortunate individual hit a jackpot totaling $1,016,561.42 on a $25 spin. This significant event occurred during the 9 p.m. hour on Thursday. Remarkably, this marks the second occasion this year that a $1 million jackpot has been won at Red Rock Casino, underscoring the venue's reputation for high-stakes gaming success

A federal judge has temporarily blocked new rules in Clark County regarding short-term rental listings on platforms like Airbnb, pending the outcome of a federal lawsuit. The ruling was based on a preliminary injunction that favors the plaintiffs, who argued that the county's regulations violate Section 230, which provides limited immunity to online platforms. The new regulations would have required platforms to monitor and verify listings for compliance with county licensing rules and imposed fines for non-compliance.The lawsuit was filed by the Greater Las Vegas Short-Term Rental Association and Airbnb, challenging the county's licensing rules as overly restrictive and inconsistent with Nevada state law that permits the short-term rental model. The county's rules include a cap on licenses, separation requirements between rentals, and a lottery process for issuing licenses, which the plaintiffs argue is too burdensome and effectively bans most short-term rentals.Airbnb praised the court's decision as a significant victory for Nevada residents, indicating their ongoing battle against the county's restrictions. The county, on the other hand, is reviewing the court order and has not yet commented on the ruling's implications. The lawsuit highlights the tension between local regulations and the interests of short-term rental operators, with the association representing 856 homeowners in their challenge against the county's approach

Las Vegas experienced a notable decline in visitor numbers last month, dropping 12% year-over-year, with nearly 3.1 million visitors compared to 3.5 million in July 2024. This decline in visitation did not affect gambling revenue, which increased compared to last year. The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) reported a year-to-date visitor volume decrease of 8%, from 24.6 million to 22.6 million.Despite the downturn, LVCVA President and CEO Steve Hill expressed optimism about Las Vegas's future, asserting confidence in the city's resilience. The city has faced challenges, including reduced international tourism, with Canadian airline traffic down 18% and flights from Mexico and the UK each down 9%.Hotel occupancy in July was 76.1%, a 7.6% decrease, and the average daily room rate fell from $160 to $155. However, Las Vegas still boasts the highest hotel occupancy rate in the U.S. at 81.1% through July. Factors like politics, consumer dissatisfaction, and perceptions about the declining value of a Las Vegas vacation have uniquely impacted 2025's summer visitation.On a positive note, the Nevada Gaming Control Board reported a 4% statewide increase in gambling revenue in July, totaling $1.36 billion. The Las Vegas Strip generated over $749 million, a 5.6% year-over-year increase, largely driven by a significant rise in baccarat winnings. Downtown casinos also saw a 3.6% increase, earning over $74.4 million.Clark County's gaming revenue hit over $1.15 billion, marking a 3.2% increase from July 2024. Additionally, year-to-date gaming revenue for Nevada and the Strip rose slightly by 0.93% and 0.16%, respectively. This trend of rising gambling revenue amid declining visitation continued for the second consecutive month

Fox and Google have successfully reached a short-term agreement to prevent a disruption of Fox's streaming services on YouTube TV. This resolution comes after a dispute over Google's fee payments to Fox, which had threatened to remove Fox channels from the platform. The agreement ensures that channels like Fox Broadcast Network, Fox News, and Fox Sports remain accessible to subscribers while negotiations for a new, long-term agreement continue.Google emphasized its commitment to securing a fair deal for its subscribers and promised to provide updates on the progress of the talks. Had the deal not been reached, local affiliates such as Fox 5 Las Vegas would have been removed from YouTube TV, potentially impacting viewers.The timing of the agreement is particularly significant for sports fans, as Fox is set to broadcast major events, including a college football game between Texas and Ohio State and the start of the NFL season in early September. The resolution ensures that fans will not miss out on these key events

Fox and Google are currently in a dispute over fee payments, which might lead to the removal of Fox content from YouTube TV. This disagreement could affect viewers who rely on YouTube TV to watch major sporting events, including NFL games such as those involving the Raiders and UNLV football. The conflict centers around Fox's demand for higher payments than what Google considers fair compared to other content providers.Google has emphasized its goal of reaching a fair deal without increasing costs for subscribers. Meanwhile, Fox has clarified that local stations like Fox 5 Vegas are not owned by either company and are also affected by the negotiations.The NFL season is set to begin with the Cowboys facing the Eagles on NBC, while Fox's coverage starts with several regional games on September 7. Fox 5 has reminded viewers that its programming can still be accessed through other means, such as streaming apps, cable, satellite, and digital antennas, even if the content is removed from YouTube TV

A tragic shooting incident occurred at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis, where a gunman opened fire during a Mass attended by children. The shooter, identified as 23-year-old Robin Westman, fired through the church windows, resulting in the deaths of two children, aged 8 and 10, and injuring 17 others, including 14 children and three elderly parishioners. The Minneapolis Police Chief, Brian O'Hara, described the event as "absolutely incomprehensible" and mentioned that the shooter died by suicide at the scene.The attack is being investigated as a potential act of domestic terrorism and a hate crime against Catholics, although no clear motive has been established yet. Authorities are examining a social media post linked to the shooter that contained disturbing content. The local community, including students and faculty, responded heroically during the incident, with older children and adults protecting the younger ones.The shooting has deeply affected the Minneapolis community and has been met with condolences from figures such as Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Pope Leo XIV. This event is part of a troubling pattern of recent violence in the city, although the police do not believe it is connected to other recent shootings. Despite a general decrease in violent crime in Minneapolis since the pandemic, this incident highlights ongoing concerns about safety and violence in the area

In Vegas there are many sports bars however where is the best place to watch the team that you root for? Here is a list of local Las Vegas establishments that on game day cater to your team.BALTIMORE RAVENSCrab Corner Maryland Seafood HouseAddress: 6485 S. Rainbow Blvd., Las VegasPhone: 702-489-4646Website: crabcornerlv.comBUFFALO BILLSJohnny Mac's Bar and RestaurantAddress: 842 S. Boulder Highway, HendersonPhone: 702-564-2121Website: johnnymacswings.comMoondoggies Bar & GrillAddress: 3240 Arville St., Las VegasPhone: 702-368-4180Website: moondoggiesbar.comOffice Bar/Naked City PizzaAddress: 4608 Paradise Road, Las VegasPhone: 702-722-2241Website: nakedcitylv.comThe Standard TavernAddress: 8675 W. Rome Blvd., Las VegasPhone: 702-522-7709Website: thestandardlv.comCHICAGO BEARSJoe's BarAddress: 2851 N. Rancho Drive, Las VegasPhone: 702-780-8376Website: joesbarlv.comPT's RanchAddress: 2430 E. Pebble Road, HendersonPhone: 702-998-9809Website: ptstaverns.com/locations/pts-ranch/pebble-easternCleveland BrownsJoe's PlaceAddress: 375 N. Gibson Road, HendersonPhone: 702-463-0700Website: facebook.com/joesplacevegasThe SpotAddress: 8410 W. Desert Inn Road, Las VegasPhone: 702-476-9502Website: thespotlv.comThe Tap HouseAddress: 5589 W. Charleston Blvd., Las VegasPhone: 702-870-2111Website: taphouselv.comDALLAS COWBOYSMr. D's Sports Bar and GrillAddress: 1810 S. Rainbow Blvd., Las VegasPhone: 702-362-8777Website: mrdssportsbar.comDENVER BRONCOSBlack Mountain GrillAddress: 11021 S. Eastern Ave., HendersonPhone: 702-990-0990Website: blackmountaingrill.comJake's BarAddress: 2301 S. Eastern Ave., Las VegasPhone: 702-457-0053Website: jakesbarvegas.comRoadrunner SaloonAddress: 921 N. Buffalo Drive, Las VegasPhone: 702-242-2822Website: roadrunnerlasvegas.comDETROIT LIONSFlowing Tide Pub No. 6Address: 4860 S. Decatur Blvd., Las VegasPhone: 702-916-2332Website: flowingtidepub.comGREEN BAY PACKERSBig Dog's Draft HouseAddress: 4543 N. Rancho Drive, Las VegasPhone: 702-645-1404Website: bigdogsbrews.com/packer-backers/Rum Runner Desert InnAddress: 3050 E. Desert Inn Road, Las VegasPhone: 702-732-7373Website: rumrunnervegas.comRum Runner TropicanaAddress: 1801 E. Tropicana Ave., Las VegasPhone: 702-736-6366Website: rumrunnervegas.comKANSAS CITY CHIEFSLucky Joe's SaloonAddress: 6250 S. Mountain Vista, HendersonPhone: 702-435-7414Website: luckyjoessaloon.comJackpot Bar and GrillAddress: 4485 S. Jones Blvd., Las VegasPhone: 702-463-0333Website: jackpotbarlv.comLAS VEGAS RAIDERSBar Code BurgersAddress: 1590 E. Flamingo Road, Las VegasPhone: 702-294-2633Website: barcodeburgerbar.comBuck's TavernAddress: 1204 N. Nellis Blvd., Las VegasPhone: 702-452-3246Website: buckstavern lasvegas.comPKWY DecaturAddress: 4930 W. Flamingo Road, Las VegasPhone: 702-478-9369Website: pkwytavern.com/locations/decaturRaiders Tavern & GrillAddress: 12300 S. Las Vegas Blvd., HendersonPhone: 702-797-1000Website: themresort.com/dining/raiders-tavern-and-grillLOS ANGELES RAMSTwin PeaksAddress: 9510 S. Eastern Ave., HendersonPhone: 702-564-1280Website: twinpeaks restaurant.com/locations/henderson-nvMIAMI DOLPHINSTommy Rocker'sAddress: 4275 Dean Martin Drive, Las VegasPhone: 702-261-6688Website: tommyrockers.comMINNESOTA VIKINGSBlue Ox TavernAddress: 5825 W. Sahara Ave., Las VegasPhone: 702-871-2536Website: blueoxtavern.comNEW YORK JETSDistill-CentennialAddress: 6340 N. Durango Drive, Las VegasPhone: 702-722-2999Website: distillbar.comPHILADELPHIA EAGLESChickie's & Pete's Crabhouse + Sports BarAddress: 2535 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las VegasPhone: 702-761-7000Website: saharalasvegas.com/restaurants-bars/chickies-petesTorrey Pines PubAddress: 6374 W. Lake Mead Blvd., Las VegasPhone: 702-648-7775Website: torreypinespub.comPITTSBURGH STEELERSFrankie's UptownAddress: 1770 Festival Plaza Drive, Suite 190, Las VegasPhone: 702-228-2766Website: frankiesuptown.comPT's PlaceAddress: 1281 S. Decatur Blvd., Las VegasPhone: 702-870-0087Website: ptstaverns.com/locations/pts-pub/charleston-decaturSAN FRANCISCO 49ERSJoey's TavernAddress: 7081 W. Craig Road, Las VegasPhone: 702-215-3300Website: joeyslasvegas.comPT's PubAddress: 5355 S. Decatur Blvd., Las VegasPhone: 702-899-4312Website: ptstaverns.com/locations/pts-pub/hacienda-decaturSEATTLE SEAHAWKSScooter's PubAddress: 6200 S. Rainbow Blvd., Las VegasPhone: 702-227-9047Website: scooterspubinc.comTAMPA BAY BUCCANEERSFlowing Tide Pub No. 9Address: 9860 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las VegasPhone: 725-258-6667Website: flowingtidepub.comWASHINGTON COMMANDERSSteiner's Pub on BuffaloAddress: 1750 N. Buffalo Drive, No. 115, Las VegasPhone: 702-304-8084Website: steinerspub.comOTHERSilvertonAddress: 3333 Blue Diamond Road, Las VegasPhone: 702-263-7777Website: silvertoncasino.comThe Silverton doesn't officially affiliate with any NFL team, but it plays every Raiders game on TVs within the property.South PointAddress: 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las VegasPhone: 702-796-7111Website: southpointcasino.comSouth Point welcomes all NFL fans to watch and enjoy games at its resort