Ken Smith

Traffic Reporter

Las Vegas

Ken Smith is the Traffic Reporter for FOX5 News.

Ken has served residents of Southern Nevada since 2007, flying in a news helicopter for most of those years before landing one last time at FOX5. Now, he’s keeping his feet firmly planted on the ground, while keeping commuters up-to-date on accidents, delays and the endless number of construction projects.

Ken was nominated for an Emmy for his 2013 coverage of the Las Vegas Strip shooting and loves to bring his unique “Vegas-style” of reporting traffic. His favorite part of reporting is serving the community and just being himself on air.

During his free time, Ken enjoys spending time with friends, hitting casino buffets, taking in a Vegas show, traveling to his hometown to see the family and, occasionally, playing a game of bingo.

Weather Forecast

Forecast Outlook: Wednesday, December 18

Updated: Dec. 18, 2024 at 6:43 AM PST

By Ken Smith

Today looks beautiful around Southern Nevada thanks to an area of high pressure that will continue to build over our region for the next few days.

First Alert Traffic

The Nevada Department of Transportation seeks public input for a HOV lanes in Southern Nevada.

Have thoughts about HOV Lanes? NDOT wants to know!

Updated: Nov. 28, 2024 at 2:07 PM PST

By Ken Smith

HOV lanes have been a hot topic of discussion ever since the first lane was introduced in Nevada back in 2007 along I-11.

Weather Forecast

Forecast Outlook - 10/21/24

Updated: Oct. 21, 2024 at 11:07 AM PDT

By Ken Smith

After a gusty and dusty start to the weekend and cooler temperatures, near-perfect fall weather is on the way.

Weather Forecast

Forecast Outlook - 10/11/24

Updated: Oct. 11, 2024 at 7:15 AM PDT

By Ken Smith

The unseasonably hot October weather continues as we kick off the weekend.

First Alert Traffic

Las Vegas is hours away from major traffic changes along the Strip. Roads surroundings the...

Traffic closures around Las Vegas Strip ahead of Tropicana implosion

Updated: Oct. 8, 2024 at 9:44 PM PDT

By Ken Smith

Las Vegas is hours away from major traffic changes along the Strip. Roads surroundings the Tropicana could shut down as early as 11 p.m.

First Alert Traffic

F1 road construction continues to frustrate Las Vegas rideshare drivers

Trees coming down, cones going up as F1 construction ramps up on Las Vegas Strip

Updated: Sep. 13, 2024 at 12:58 PM PDT

By Ken Smith and Rachel Zalucki

It’s a sign that the Las Vegas Grand Prix is around the corner: the trees in front of the Bellagio Fountains are coming down.

First Alert Traffic

Las Vegas residents say their already seeing traffic delays from construction meant to make...

Henderson residents upset: Reimagine Boulder Highway construction project begins

Updated: Aug. 22, 2024 at 3:42 PM PDT

By Ken Smith

Henderson residents are upset as the Reimagine Boulder Highway construction project begins.

Weather Forecast

Forecast Outlook - 08/09/2024

Updated: Aug. 9, 2024 at 8:26 AM PDT

By Ken Smith

Thunderstorms will continue to pop up through the afternoon and evening in the Las Vegas Valley.

Weather Forecast

Forecast Outlook - 8/8/24

Updated: Aug. 8, 2024 at 10:11 AM PDT

By Ken Smith

Arizona storms continue to bring humidity into the valley on Thursday.

Las Vegas Super Bowl

People walk past a sign for Super Bowl 58 at the Fremont Street Experience Tuesday, Feb. 6,...

Everything you need to know about parking at the Super Bowl Experience

Updated: Feb. 9, 2024 at 1:49 PM PST

By Ken Smith

If you’re thinking about heading over to the Super Bowl Experience, parking may be a challenge for residents and visitors alike.

News

The intersection of Flamingo Road and Koval Lane is clear for the first time since a temporary...

Intersection of Flamingo and Koval reopens ahead of schedule, temporary bridge removed

Updated: Jan. 31, 2024 at 7:44 AM PST

By Ken Smith, FOX5 Staff and Lisa Sturgis

After months of F1-related detours, the intersection of Flamingo and Koval reopened early Wednesday morning.

Las Vegas Grand Prix

Busy intersection near Las Vegas Strip to see 2-week closure for more F1 projects

Updated: Nov. 10, 2023 at 8:30 AM PST

By Ken Smith

More traffic hurdles are coming with F1's Las Vegas Grand Prix less than a week away.

Traffic

Controversial traffic light installed near gas station on US 93 in Arizona

Updated: Mar. 27, 2023 at 4:00 PM PDT

By Ken Smith

A traffic light in Arizona is causing political controversy between two government offices.

News

Cone Zone: Confusing signs located along I-15 near Primm

Updated: Jan. 17, 2023 at 11:09 AM PST

By Ken Smith

FOX5′s Cone Zone traveled to Primm and crossed the state line to find out why Caltrans placed signs along the I-15 that are facing backwards.

News

Cone Zone: Lieutenant governor-elect discusses future of Las Vegas HOV lanes

Updated: Nov. 17, 2022 at 9:37 AM PST

By Ken Smith

FOX5's "Cone Zone" spoke with Lieutenant Governor-elect Stavros Anthony about the future of HOV lanes in Las Vegas.

News

CalTrans: All lanes of I-15 SB to be open to California over holiday weekend

Updated: Sep. 1, 2022 at 2:34 PM PDT

By Ken Smith

If your planning on traveling either to California or Utah over the long Labor Day weekend, there’s some good news and some bad news depending on which direction you are driving.

News

CONE ZONE: NDOT launching months long study on new HOV lanes on I-15, US-95

Updated: Jun. 28, 2022 at 4:43 PM PDT

By Ken Smith

You may remember back in 2019 the Nevada Department of Transportation (HOV) took away one general-purpose traffic lane and created a new HOV lane along Interstate 15.

News

Why filling up will cost more in Clark County despite a potential federal gas tax holiday

Updated: Jun. 22, 2022 at 12:54 PM PDT

By Ken Smith

Politicians and President Joe Biden are considering a federal gas tax holiday, which would lower gas taxes around the country by 18.4 cents.

News

Cone Zone: Where are political signs allowed?

Cone Zone: There are strict rules on where political signs can be placed

Updated: Jun. 13, 2022 at 8:19 AM PDT

By Ken Smith

Federal regulations and Nevada state statute prohibit political and advertising signage on public highway property which is why you generally don’t see giant political signs along Interstate 15 or US 95. But what many people don’t realize is that many of our surface streets around the valley are technically state roadways where the same rules apply.

News

Clark County makes changes to flashing yellow arrows

Clark County makes changes to left turns on flashing yellow arrows

Updated: May. 27, 2022 at 6:55 AM PDT

By Ken Smith

You may have noticed during the morning and afternoon commutes around Clark County that those flashing yellow arrows to make left turns have been turned off.

Weather Forecast

Forecast Outlook - 4/15/22

Updated: Apr. 15, 2022 at 5:45 AM PDT

By Ken Smith

Light winds and pleasant conditions are in store for today with abundant sunshine to kick off the weekend. Expect some afternoon breezes to pick up around southern Nevada with a forecasted high temperature of 80°.

Weather Forecast