Suspended Family Court judge takes stand in own defense
Suspended Family Court Judge Steven Jones took the witness stand in his own defense Thursday, denying he mishandled a romantic relationship with a prosecutor who appeared before him.
National Finals Rodeo Opening Ceremonies
The National Finals Rodeo opened its 10-day run Thursday at the Thomas & Mack Center.
Bull rider lands on his feet, thanks to charity
Bull rider Steve Woolsey knows all too well what it’s like to be injured and unable to compete in his chosen profession.
Right decision on FSU's Winston, wrong cast of buffoons
There couldn’t be official charges, couldn’t be an arrest, couldn’t be a trial, couldn’t be any resolution to the Jameis Winston sexual assault investigation other than what was decided Thursday.
Country music is ever changing, and Clay Walker changes with it
If more people aren’t singing to cowboys this National Finals Rodeo week, Clay Walker says it “may be because there aren’t many cowboy singers anymore.”
NASCAR drivers parade down the Las Vegas Strip
For the fifth consecutive year the top 13 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series drivers paraded down Las Vegas Blvd.
No buyers yet for St. Joseph's school in downtown Las Vegas
Interested buyers continue to float offers for downtown’s historic St. Joseph’s Catholic School, but none has yet reached its $2 million asking price.
Groups: Pact to help children with cancer
An agreement between Cure 4 The Kids Foundation and Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada ensures that families of children with cancer benefit from a more consolidated system for pediatric cancer treatment, executives with both organizations say.
Governor tours Reno drone plant, touts advantage of Nevada testing
As Nevada vies to become one of six federal sites selected to test the future commercial use of drones, Gov. Brian Sandoval on Thursday took a close-up look at the technology for himself.
Official: Israel interested in Las Vegas-style casino in Negev Desert
A developing tourism mecca in the heart of the Negev Desert could be a potential casino site, an Israeli official told the Review-Journal on Thursday.
Man pleads guilty to sex trafficking of 16-year-old girl
A 32-year-old man pleaded guilty to sex trafficking Thursday after the attorney general’s office said he persuaded a minor to travel to Las Vegas from Utah with the intent of engaging her in prostitution.
Nevadans recall the legacy, leadership of Nelson Mandela
From Las Vegas’ Historic West Side whose history is steeped in segregation, to the corridors of Congress in Washington and the governor’s office in Carson City, praise poured in Thursday for Nelson Mandela, South African’s former president who spent years in jail in the name of equality.
Regents give green light to planning process for new medical school
Nevada higher education leaders on Thursday approved starting the planning process for a University of Nevada, Las Vegas Medical School.
Faith Lutheran to break ground on $8 million athletic complex
The largest private school in the Las Vegas Valley will celebrate the groundbreaking of an $8.75 million athletic complex project today.
Beyonce reminds fans they're beautiful, but that's awfully easy for her to say
For all of Beyonce’s laudable ladies-first sermonizing and you-go-girl bravura, plenty of it feels perfunctory and, if not exactly disingenuous, not incredibly convincing, either.
Clark County School Board appoints new member
Hispanic community leaders showed in force Thursday and successfully lobbied the Clark County School Board to fill an empty board seat with the candidate they support – Stavan Corbett.
Chill out, Las Vegas, this isn't even cold
Thursday’s low temperature of 29 degrees, recorded at McCarran International Airport, was more than 10 degrees warmer than the record 18 degrees set in 1948, according to the National Weather Service.
Titus, Dems urge Obama to halt deportations
U.S. Rep. Dina Titus of Nevada and more than two dozen other House Democrats on Thursday urged President Barack Obama to use his executive powers to achieve what he did for the so-called DREAMers — halt deportations of undocumented immigrants.
Life's grittier side delivered with no frills, no twists in 'Out of the Furnace'
“Out of the Furnace’s” plot is almost stunningly straightforward. No twists, no turns. There’s literally nothing fancy about it. Director Scott Cooper just trusts his talented cast to burrow deep into their roles.
Downtown Las Vegas free Wi-Fi turned on
Free Wi-Fi is now live in downtown Las Vegas. The service, provided by LV.net in partnership with the city of Las Vegas, has been in testing for a couple of months and is now ready to go.
Officer in New Mexico van shooting placed on leave
The New Mexico State Police officer who fired shots at a minivan full of children during a chaotic October traffic stop has been placed on administrative leave, an agency official said Thursday.
Rodeo champ Brazile hopes to round up more business at NFR
Trevor Brazile is in Las Vegas to win an unprecedented 11th all-around National Finals Rodeo title during the 10-day run of the Super Bowl of rodeos. But the cowboy from Decatur, Texas, has other business to attend to in Sin City.
1 child dead, 5 others injured in Idaho school bus crash
A dump truck collided with a school bus Thursday at a rural southwestern Idaho intersection, killing an 11-year-old boy and injuring four other children.
Security guards take pictures with QB Tom Brady, get fired
Two security guards at Reliant Stadium were fired this past weekend when they asked Tom Brady to take a photo with them.
Woman unknowingly tweeted about husband's fatal crash
A Washington state woman who regularly monitors police scanner traffic unknowingly live-tweeted about her husband’s death in a freeway crash.
Rescuers optimistic as pilot whales move to deeper waters
Pods of 35 pilot whales slowly swam Thursday into deeper water off Florida’s southwest coast, raising optimism that the strandings of whales on Everglades National Park beaches may soon end on a positive note.
In Case You Missed It: Wayne Rooney tests golf's etiquette
PGA golden boy Rory McIlroy and soccer wild child Wayne Rooney play a friendly 18 holes, but something seems a little off.
Jameis Winston 'relieved' no charges, accuser responds
Florida State quarterback and Heisman Trophy candidate Jameis Winston will not be charged with sexually assaulting a woman who accused him of raping her about a year ago, a prosecutor said Thursday.
NASCAR champion Jimmie Johnson picture of class ... again
One of the traditions of NASCAR Champion’s Week in Las Vegas is that they bring the recently minted titlist to the newspaper office for an interview and a Capriotti’s sandwich.
Georgia dad charging car at school arrested for stealing electricity
A motorist who plugged his electric car into an outlet at a school near Atlanta is facing a theft charge, sparking debate about where and when it’s acceptable to use power.
Ohio man arrested for breaking into house, claiming it as his own
An Ohio man allegedly broke into the home of a family that was out of town caring for a sick relative, removed their belongings and said he had legal rights to the house.
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Regents review financial aid fixes at CSN
The College of Southern Nevada continues to tackle its financial aid challenges.
Some UNLV faculty women say campus is stuck in 'Mad Men' days
Women and minorities have been overlooked and underpromoted by the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, according to a letter written by eight faculty members who call for the return of former UNLV president Carol Harter as acting president because of her willingness to address these issues.
Shots fired at Greyhound bus station in downtown Las Vegas
A man was arrested after police said he fired several shots at the Greyhound bus station in downtown Las Vegas Thursday night.
Sports
National Finals Rodeo Opening Ceremonies
The National Finals Rodeo opened its 10-day run Thursday at the Thomas & Mack Center.
Pioneers keep cool, come back
Canyon Springs coach Freddie Banks didn’t yell and scream when his team went into the locker room trailing by five points on Thursday night.
Final pick of season is one of my easiest
In the immortal words of The Doors’ front man Jim Morrison, this is the end.
Entertainment
American Country Awards looks like it's around to stay awhile
No one was really sure why we needed this. A third country awards show, the second out of Las Vegas — same arena even — and a similar name. “Not the ACMs, dude, the ACAs!”
Aaron Lewis in for National Finals Rodeo ride
Aaron Lewis is sure to have his country side on display during National Finals Rodeo week, but he can play to just about any crowd.
All-4-One ready to harmonize on some Christmastime classics
You just have to hear Christmas favorites rendered in impeccable four-part harmony … never fear, All-4-One is here!
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Dining Pick of the Week: Teriyaki Madness
There is something about a sweet, thick teriyaki sauce that makes your taste buds come alive. Good teriyaki is all about that sauce, and the sauces at Teriyaki Madness are made in-house.
Dining Pick of the Week: Sedona
The style and design of Sedona separates it from other lounges, and its sophisticated menu compliments that style and design.
Dining Pick of the Week: Elixir Lounge
Elixir is a modern lounge that feels Old Vegas. It’s modern with 14 high-definition televisions, yet traditional with its hand-crafted menu from executive chef Mike Higgins.