Man shot, wounded in southeast valley home invasion
A man is expected to survive after being shot during a home invasion at a southeast valley home Wednesday night, Las Vegas police said.
Malaysia declares missing flight is accident; search continues
Malaysia declared on Thursday the disappearance of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 an accident, clearing the way for the airline to pay compensation to victims’ relatives while the search for the plane goes on.
Dancer famous for Prince Harry ‘naked liaison’ to strip this weekend
One of many ladies who partied with Prince Harry of the Kingdom of Great Britain a few years ago will be prancing around Las Vegas this weekend with the prince’s underdrawers, and then she will give lap dances to whomever pays in cash.
Fire alarm at Patriots’ Super Bowl hotel goes off overnight…again
The New England Patriots got a rude awakening days ahead of their Super Bowl clash with the Seattle Seahawks as a false fire alarm went off during the early morning hours on Thursday at the team’s hotel.
Children among 7 dead in truck explosion at Mexico City hospital
Four children are among the seven deaths confirmed so far after a natural gas explosion rocked a maternity hospital on the outskirts of Mexico City on Thursday morning.
Reid revives veterans compensation bill
A bill that would provide full benefits to retired veterans who collect both pension checks and disability payments was reintroduced in Congress this week.
Nevadan gambling addict lands prison time in credit card fraud
A former Nevada Transportation Department employee from Fallon has been sentenced to 18 to 48 months in state prison for his fraudulent use of a state credit card to support a gambling addiction.
Runaway treasure hunter accused of cheating investors arrested in Fla.
A treasure hunter who allegedly bilked investors after recovering tens of millions of dollars worth of gold from a shipwreck was arrested in south Florida after years on the run and was due to appear in federal court there on Thursday.
Carroll takes high road, but Seahawks coach knows revenge within his grasp
I never viewed Pete Carroll much of a Hamlet type, but if you’re talking about a guy whose impulse for revenge will play out mostly inside his head this week, the Seattle Seahawks coach can certainly act the part.
Stanford freshman charged with raping unconscious woman
A freshman member of the Stanford University swim team was charged with raping a woman last week while she was unconscious from alcohol or drugs near campus fraternity houses, prosecutors said on Wednesday.
‘Jupiter Ascending’ opens to unimpressed Sundance crowd
The Sundance Film Festival isn’t a typical launchpad for studio blockbusters, but Warner Bros. surprised theater-goers on Tuesday night by unveiling the Wachowski siblings’ “Jupiter Ascending” at a “secret screening.”
2 more former Vanderbilt football players facing rape charges
Two former Vanderbilt University football players are facing decades in prison after being convicted of raping an unconscious student in a dorm room, and now all eyes are focused on the two other suspects in the case.
School choice supporters rally at Nevada Capitol
Several hundred charter, online, private and home-schooled students, parents and administrators converged on the Capitol grounds Wednesday to promote school choice in Nevada.
Super Bowl weekend expected to draw 307,000 visitors
More than 300,000 tourists are expected to begin pouring into Southern Nevada Friday night for Super Bowl weekend.
Former prison officer gets probation in cell phone smuggling case
A former Nevada Department of Corrections officer was sentenced to five years probation Wednesday in a scheme to get smartphones into High Desert State Prison.
Mr. Incredible sentenced to 3 years for Batgirl attack
A man who dresses as the comic superhero Mr. Incredible has been sentenced to 3 years probation after pleading guilty to attacking a woman costumed as Batgirl in a Hollywood Boulevard turf dispute, prosecutors said on Tuesday.
Son of Nevada cattle rancher Cliven Bundy arrested in Utah
Ryan Bundy, son of Nevada cattle rancher Cliven Bundy, was arrested Tuesday in Cedar City, Utah. Iron County Sheriff’s Department Sgt. Nik Johnson said in a release that Bundy was served with an arrest warrant while at the county courthouse on a separate case.
McCarran posts highest passenger totals since ‘08
McCarran International Airport last year posted its highest passenger volume totals since 2008, welcoming 42.9 million people through its gates in 2014.
Lawsuit by Las Vegas market worker alleges wage theft
A former employee has filed a class action lawsuit that claims the Mariana’s supermarket chain has been depriving her and others of overtime wages by forcing them to perform “off-the-clock work.”
Officials: Nevada needs to continue to develop economy
Economic development is in great shape in Nevada, but two leaders in the field say the state needs to continue to work to get a bigger slice of it to provide high-paying jobs and a diversified economy.
See a car with bad exhaust? DMV wants you to tell on them
Thanks to the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles’ Smog Spotter program, it’s never been easier to rat out your fellow motorists.
6 legislative committees to watch in 2015
The real work of the Nevada Legislature gets done in committee. Here are six to watch in the upcoming session.
Mayweather, Pacquiao met again after Bucks-Heat game
Not long after their courtside meeting Tuesday night at halftime of an NBA game, Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao met again, this one in a more private setting and apparently more meaningful.
Clark County GOP complaint targets PAC seeking legislator recalls
The Clark County Republican Party filed a complaint Wednesday with Nevada election officials alleging illegal contributions by a GOP activist for a political action committee seeking to recall fellow Republicans who haven’t taken a firm stance against Gov. Brian Sandoval’s proposed tax package.
Police: Woman slashed children’s throats to quiet them
A young mother in Washington state has been charged with attempted murder after authorities say she cut her children’s throats in an attempt to keep them quiet.
No surprise that AG Laxalt joined immigration lawsuit
It’s no surprise Attorney General Adam Laxalt decided to join 25 other states suing the federal government over President Barack Obama’s most recent executive action on immigration.
Four indicted in Vegas-based telemarketing scheme
Four people have been indicted in a telemarketing scheme in Las Vegas that authorities say defrauded small businesses.
White Castle on Strip reopens after temporary shutdown
White Castle temporarily closed its store in Casino Royale on the Strip on Wednesday afternoon to allow workers “to catch their breath” and do some clean-up after record-shattering first-day sales.
Woman pleads guilty in child abuse case
A 39-year-old North Las Vegas woman pleaded guilty to felony child abuse Wednesday for keeping a filthy home where eight children lived.
Truck fire slowing I-15 traffic near Mesquite
One lane is open on northbound Interstate 15 near Mesquite after a semi-truck caught fire Monday afternoon, Nevada Department of Transportation said.
Jordan willing to deal with ISIS in prisoner swap
Jordan on Wednesday indicated it is willing to release a longtime prisoner if ISIS releases one of its pilots — one of the latest developments surrounding the terror group’s apparent threat to kill the pilot and a Japanese hostage.
5.7 earthquake strikes near Northern California coast
A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck off the coast of northern California on Wednesday, the U.S. Geological Survey said.
8-year-old shows up at school with gunshot wound
A woman was found Tuesday morning with a gunshot to her lower leg after a confrontation what police thought were car thieves. Her son showed up to school with a minor gunshot wound to his leg after the gun battle.
Metro evacuates office complex searching for man after traffic stop
A business complex near the intersection of Cimarron Road and Sahara Avenue is being evacuated while Las Vegas police search for someone who fled the scene of a traffic stop Monday morning.
Ill. cops arrest couple wanted for abducting their children in Las Vegas
Illinois police have arrested a couple wanted for abducting their two children in 2006 in Las Vegas.
Ex-Saudi airman gets life in prison in rape case
A former Saudia Arabian airman convicted of raping a 13-year-old boy in a Circus Circus hotel room in 2012 has received the maximum punishment for his crime.
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Fatal crash shuts down two-lane stretch U.S. Highway 93 in Arizona
The highway connecting Phoenix to Las Vegas is shut down after a head-on crash that killed two people on Thursday morning, according to the Arizona Department of Public Safety.
Analysis: ‘Red’ states get bigger budget cuts under Obama
As Washington has tightened its belt in recent years, the budget cuts have sliced most deeply in states where President Obama is unpopular, according to an analysis of federal spending by Reuters.
Literary Las Vegas: William Post
When the Civil War breaks out, 17-year-old Roy Fox is asked to use his knowledge of the area’s terrain to carry messages to Confederate leaders. His elusiveness in evading Union capture earns him the title The Gray Fox.
Sports
Serena Williams to face Maria Sharapova in Australian Open final
Now comes the hard part for Maria Sharapova. Having reached the Australian Open final, she’ll have to overcome longtime nemesis Serena Williams.
Fire alarm at Patriots’ Super Bowl hotel goes off overnight…again
The New England Patriots got a rude awakening days ahead of their Super Bowl clash with the Seattle Seahawks as a false fire alarm went off during the early morning hours on Thursday at the team’s hotel.
Aggressive Lady Rebels take UNR with 75-52 victory
Because so many opponents have played a 2-3 zone against UNLV, the Lady Rebels were far from surprised when UNR greeted them with that look Wednesday.
Entertainment
‘50 Shades’ parody opens at Bally’s Feb. 3
Creator of cabaret musical says fans of infamous book laugh along with musical spoof.
Letterman invites rival Leno to ‘Late Show’ show before his retirement
Comedian David Letterman’s CBS “Late Show” reportedly has invited his former late-night television arch rival Jay Leno to appear as a guest on the program before Letterman retires from TV in May.
Things to do in Henderson Jan. 29-Feb. 4, 2015
Henderson calendar highlights this week include a performance by comedians Bobby Slayton and Kevin Pollak and Green Valley High School’s production of “The Little Mermaid.”
Business
One-time charge hurts Penn National fourth quarter results
An impairment charge in the fourth quarter sent M Resort owner Penn National Gaming to a net loss for the three month period.
Maloofs really want Las Vegas NHL team
Face-off for the Chicago Blackhawks-Los Angeles Kings game was just minutes away on TV when Gavin Maloof implored the packed house of hockey fans to jump on the Las Vegas NHL ticket deposit bandwagon.
Taxable sales rise across Nevada, Clark County
Taxable sales across Nevada and in Clark County rose in November on broad gains in consumer-oriented categories. Nevada’s businesses sold $3.97 billion in tangible goods in the month, up 6.9 percent from $3.71 billion in November 2013, according to the state Department of Taxation.
Nation and World
Malaysia declares missing flight is accident; search continues
Malaysia declared on Thursday the disappearance of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 an accident, clearing the way for the airline to pay compensation to victims’ relatives while the search for the plane goes on.
Children among 7 dead in truck explosion at Mexico City hospital
Four children are among the seven deaths confirmed so far after a natural gas explosion rocked a maternity hospital on the outskirts of Mexico City on Thursday morning.
Runaway treasure hunter accused of cheating investors arrested in Fla.
A treasure hunter who allegedly bilked investors after recovering tens of millions of dollars worth of gold from a shipwreck was arrested in south Florida after years on the run and was due to appear in federal court there on Thursday.
Opinion
LETTERS: Prove who you are, then cast your vote
To the editor:
EDITORIAL: State should strengthen public records law
No matter how much the Legislature has on its plate, no matter how important and deep the agendas of party leaders, lawmakers can count on government figures asking for more power to limit public access to public business.
Why Nevada joined lawsuit against executive amnesty
On Friday, Nevada joined 25 other states in a lawsuit challenging President Barack Obama’s unconstitutional actions on immigration. Nevada did not join the lawsuit to make a statement about immigration. Rather, we joined the lawsuit to take a stand on behalf of Nevadans in support of the rule of law, the United States Constitution and the separation of powers between Congress and the president. Partisan critics were quick to call the lawsuit a “war on immigrants.” Clearly this is not so.
Life
Farm animals find shelter at sanctuary
Farm manager Darren “Trench” Picone kneels down to pet Sarah, a 10-month-old calf, while working at V Animal Sanctuary. Like a 500-pound puppy getting a belly rub, Sarah licks his face in return.
Master gardener lends green thumb to neighborhood
Henderson resident Debra Jacobson used her green thumbs to replant pride in her neighborhood.
Literary Las Vegas: William Post
When the Civil War breaks out, 17-year-old Roy Fox is asked to use his knowledge of the area’s terrain to carry messages to Confederate leaders. His elusiveness in evading Union capture earns him the title The Gray Fox.
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Farm animals find shelter at sanctuary
Farm manager Darren “Trench” Picone kneels down to pet Sarah, a 10-month-old calf, while working at V Animal Sanctuary. Like a 500-pound puppy getting a belly rub, Sarah licks his face in return.
Master gardener lends green thumb to neighborhood
Henderson resident Debra Jacobson used her green thumbs to replant pride in her neighborhood.
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