Fleeing suspect hit by truck, killed on 95 near Flamingo
Most lanes on U.S. Highway 95 were closed between Flamingo Road and Boulder Highway for nearly eight hours Thursday after a shooting suspect fled his vehicle and was hit by a semitrailer.
Life is Beautiful co-founder Rehan Choudhry wants to cool off online haters
Rehan Choudhry was born in America and co-founded the Life is Beautiful festival after consulting for Homeland Security, yet he received this ominous Facebook message:
Gun background check measure reveals passionate arguments at town hall
A town hall discussion on Question 1, the ballot initiative proposing to expand firearm background checks to private-party sales and transfers, brought passionate arguments on both sides of the issue Thursday night.
Nevada Supreme Court ruling expected to affect school choice legislation nationwide
The impact of the state Supreme Court’s decision to kill Nevada’s education savings account program likely will ripple across the nation as more than a dozen states consider similar legislation.
Knott’s Berry Farm closes Halloween ride amid complaints from mental health advocates
More than 3,000 people have signed a petition asking Knott’s Berry Farm to reopen a Halloween horror attraction that was closed after mental health advocates said it was insensitive to the mentally ill.
Cubs, Pirates play to first MLB tie since 2005
The Chicago Cubs and Pittsburgh Pirates played to the first tie game in the major leagues since 2005 when rain forced the teams to stop in the sixth inning Thursday night with the score 1-all.
‘Boom Boom’ descends on Trop; ‘Sexxy’ notches No. 400
Wanna dance? The cast of “Cherry Boom Boom” does, having taken over the old “Folies” showroom at the Trop.
Former NBA Commissioner David Stern has softened his stance on sports betting
Over time, former NBA Commissioner David Stern has changed his outlook on gambling, describing that journey in a one-hour talk Thursday with American Gaming Association President and CEO Geoff Freeman just before the close of the four-day Global Gaming Expo at The Venetian.
Man’s death in August ruled accidental after being investigated as homicide
The Clark County coroner has ruled a man’s death was an accident, although police initially investigated it as a homicide because he died after a fight.
Lady Gaga gets Super Bowl halftime gig
It’s official: Lady Gaga will headline the Super Bowl halftime show.
In Las Vegas, TSA PreCheck members get fast lane into country music festival
Fans of country music superstars Brad Paisley and Toby Keith will be able to hop into a “fast pass lane” that will help them quickly access the Route 91 Country Harvest Festival this weekend at the Las Vegas Village.
Let the songs settle Aaron Lewis’ beef with new-country hunks
The former Staind frontman shares Route 91 Harvest with some acts he despises, but their lyrics are more alike than different.
Home and electronics chain Curacao to open first Nevada store on Saturday morning
California-based retailer Curacao will make its Nevada debut Saturday morning at the Meadows mall.
2 people injured in crash near UNLV
Two people were seriously injured Thursday when a three-wheeled motorcycle overturned near UNLV.
Harry Reid advises Donald Trump to avoid infidelity issue
Donald Trump doesn’t take advice from U.S. Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid, but the Nevada Democrat has some for him anyway: Don’t bring up former President Bill Clinton’s marital infidelities.
Woman’s body found in desert near Dolan Springs
The Mohave County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a woman whose body was found north of Dolan Springs.
Betting bad beats result in agony and ecstasy for football bettors
For football bettors, add the Stanford-UCLA game Saturday to a list of the most gut-wrenching and unforgettable finishes.
House lawmakers heap blistering criticism on Wells Fargo CEO
Angry lawmakers heaped another round of blistering criticism on Wells Fargo’s CEO, pressing Thursday for details about what senior managers knew about allegedly illegal sales practices and when any concerns were disclosed.
Here’s the Nevada Preps football player of Week 5
Here’s who reviewjournal.com and nevadapreps.com readers selected as the Nevada Preps football player of the week for Week 5.
Goodwich is good, no matter how you slice it
From cheese grits on a sandwich to homemade chips and dill pickles, this restaurant pleases at Soho Lofts in downtown Las Vegas.
Police using body cameras see huge drop in complaints, study says
A study of British and U.S. police shows a 93 percent decrease in the number of complaints made against officers when they are using body cameras.
Judge lets Cliven Bundy’s lawyer withdraw from Bunkerville standoff case
Cliven Bundy’s lawyer, Joel Hansen, on Thursday was allowed to withdraw from the Bunkerville standoff case.
Kingman police officer wounded in deadly shooting
A police officer was wounded and a man was killed in an exchange of gunfire in Kingman Thursday morning.
1 dead, over 100 hurt after commuter train plows into New Jersey rail station — PHOTOS
A rush hour commuter train crashed through a barrier at the busy Hoboken station and lurched across the waiting area Thursday morning, killing one person and injuring more than 100 others in a grisly wreck that renewed questions about whether long-delayed automated safety technology could have prevented tragedy.
Small wildfire contained near Mary Jane Falls in Mount Charleston
U.S. Forest Service firefighters have contained a small wildfire that started Thursday morning near Mary Jane Falls in Mount Charleston.
Saudi Arabia could fight back against 9/11 lawsuit bill after congress veto override
Saudi Arabia’s lobbying and warnings to Congress were not enough to blunt the passing of legislation allowing families of Sept. 11 victims to sue the kingdom for the attacks.
Tim Kaine preparing for vice presidential debate with Mike Pence
Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Kaine is hunkered down in Raleigh, North Carolina, for three days of debate preparations.
5 spots in Las Vegas to celebrate National Shake Month in October
The Bananas Foster Bam-Boozled shake at Holsteins Shakes and Buns and the Somoa! Elixxr at Hexx Kitchen + Bar are a couple of the items On the Menu.
Video gamers seen as big business opportunity for casinos
E-sports seems to have a bright future in Nevada, though panelists cautioned that casinos have their work cut out for them to woo and maintain the gamer gambler.
Standoff ends as Las Vegas police take man into custody
An overnight standoff ended early Thursday morning when Las Vegas Police took a man into custody around 5 a.m.
Child hit by vehicle in central Las Vegas Valley
A child was struck by a vehicle Thursday morning in the central valley and taken to the hospital.
Political firm tied to corruption investigation of Las Vegas Councilman Ricki Barlow
A politically connected public relations firm has been tied to the corruption investigation of Las Vegas City Councilman Ricki Barlow, the Las Vegas Review-Journal has learned.
Las Vegas woman dies after being hurt in mobile home fire that killed 12 pets
A woman is dead after being injured last week in a mobile home fire in the northeast valley.
Las Vegas inches up; Nevada gaming win dips slightly
Tourist visits inched upward in August despite a convention attendance decline. On the casino side, Nevada’s gaming win in August dipped slightly compared with last year.
Jon Favreau to direct ‘Lion King’ live-action remake
The animated classic “The Lion King” will be the latest Disney film to get a live-action remake.
How to watch college football’s Top 10 in Week 5
Get ready for three days of college football because Week 5 features the Top 10 teams playing on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
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