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# Why First Friday in the Arts District is getting a harder look in Las Vegas

A fatal shooting during First Friday on Oct. 2 left one person dead and two injured. Organizers say they will determine a response before planning or announcing future events, while some Arts District business owners are calling for changes.

[Read the full article](https://vegas.extrasuperbig.com/stories/first-friday-arts-district-las-vegas-scrutiny)