A’s, Nevada officials announce tentative deal on Las Vegas ballpark funding

Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo announced a tentative agreement between local leaders and the Oakland Athletics on Wednesday on the funding for a proposed new ballpark that would bring the team to Las Vegas, though financing specifics were not announced. The financial plan for the $1.5 billion ballpark includes an unspecified public contribution that will require approval by Nevada lawmakers. A news release Wednesday said the deal is being drafted into legislation that will be presented to the Nevada Legislature in the coming days. Nevada’s legislative session ends June 5. The...