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Two Nevada groups announce opposition to proposed Raiders stadium in Las Vegas

By RICHARD N. VELOTTA LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
Sep 26 2016 - 7:54pm

The Nevada Taxpayers Association and Nevadans for the Common Good on Monday declared their opposition to a proposed $1.9 billion domed football stadium in Las Vegas, the first signs of organized public opposition to a project that will be considered by lawmakers next month.

Basic casino cheating scams hardest to catch, gaming experts say

Informant’s name surfaces in Ricki Barlow corruption probe

Meeting to discuss new LVCVA food service contract canceled

Child welfare commission reports progress fixing ‘broken’ system

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JCM Global unveils multi-tasking machine that keeps slots players in their seats

By NICOLE RAZ LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
Sep 26 2016 - 10:16pm

A one-stop gambling slot machine that allows players to book a sports bet or print a tax form was unveiled Monday at the Global Gaming Expo.

Conor McGregor to face Eddie Alvarez at UFC 205

LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
Sep 26 2016 - 9:43pm

Ultimate Fighting Championship President Dana White announced on ESPN’s Sportscenter Monday night that Conor McGregor will fight Eddie Alvarez for the UFC lightweight championship at UFC 205.

Former governor’s son accused of running Ponzi scheme

By ELI SEGALL LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
Sep 26 2016 - 7:59pm

Jeff Guinn, a former governor’s son whose real estate lending company went bankrupt after the economy crashed, went to trial Monday with opponents claiming he ran a Ponzi scheme.

Imagine Dragons’ Dan Reynolds eager to add twins to his family album

By JOHN KATSILOMETES LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
Sep 26 2016 - 5:41pm

Dan Reynolds and his wife, Aja Volkman of the alt-rock band Nico Vega, have recently learned they are expecting twins. Obviously, they must select a pair of names.

Clinton, Trump battle fiercely in first debate

By JULIE PACE and JILL COLVIN THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Sep 26 2016 - 9:22pm

In a combative opening debate, Hillary Clinton emphatically denounced Donald Trump Monday night for keeping his personal tax returns and business dealings secret from voters and peddling a “racist lie” about President Barack Obama. Businessman Trump repeatedly cast Clinton as a “typical politician” as he sought to capitalize on Americans’ frustration with Washington.

10 Las Vegans jump at chance to vote in Assembly on Raiders stadium project

By MICHAEL SCOTT DAVIDSON LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
Sep 26 2016 - 7:38pm

Applicants hoping to fill two vacant Assembly seats before a planned special session of the Legislature in early October want more specifics about a proposed NFL stadium in Clark County before they pledge support or opposition to the estimated $1.9 billion public-private project.

Coroner’s office identifies man shot to death in parking lot Sunday

By CHRISTIAN BERTOLACCINI LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
Sep 26 2016 - 4:25pm

The man shot to death in a parking lot Sunday morning has been identified by the Clark County coroner’s office.

Coroner’s office identifies woman stabbed to death in Henderson on Saturday morning

By CHRISTIAN BERTOLACCINI LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
Sep 26 2016 - 3:12pm

The Clark County coroner’s office has identified the woman stabbed to death in Henderson on Saturday morning as 30-year-old Amanda Kaplan.

Photo exhibit brings splendor of Nevada with subtle plug to Capitol Hill — VIDEO

By HENRY BREAN LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
Sep 26 2016 - 3:27pm

Some of the Silver State’s most spectacular landscapes went on display Monday on Capitol Hill, as a week-long photo exhibit called “Home Means Nevada” debuted in the rotunda of the Senate Russell Building.

Plane bound for New Jersey diverted to Las Vegas because of smoke smell

By CHRISTIAN BERTOLACCINI LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
Sep 26 2016 - 6:02pm

A plane from Los Angeles landed safely in Las Vegas Monday morning after the smell of smoke was detected on board.

Committee approves $400k settlement for man shot by Las Vegas police officer

By WESLEY JUHL LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
Sep 26 2016 - 5:35pm

The Metropolitan Police Committee on Fiscal Affairs on Monday approved a $400,000 settlement for a man who was shot by a Las Vegas police officer in 2012.

US to pay 17 tribes $492M to settle long-standing disputes

By SARI HORWITZ THE WASHINGTON POST
Sep 26 2016 - 5:12pm

The Obama administration has settled lawsuits with 17 Native American tribes who accused the federal government of long mismanaging their funds and natural resources.

Hundreds more body cams headed to Metropolitan Police Department

By WESLEY JUHL LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
Sep 26 2016 - 4:51pm

Union contracts approved Monday by the Metropolitan Police Committee on Fiscal Affairs set the stage for all uniformed Las Vegas police officers to be fitted with body-worn camera systems.

Drew Brees, Matt Ryan set for shootout in Superdome and betting window

By MATT YOUMANS LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
Sep 26 2016 - 2:42pm

This could be a big night for Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan. He’s off to a hot start and facing one of the NFL’s softest defenses.

Tarkanian proposes CD3 debate; Rosen campaign calls it a ‘sham’

By BEN BOTKIN LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
Sep 26 2016 - 2:59pm

Danny Tarkanian’s campaign has proposed a televised debate to opponent Jacky Rosen in the 3rd Congressional District race, one that Rosen campaign manager is calling a “sham.”

UNLV opens lottery for student tickets to Clinton-Trump debate Oct. 19

By ANA LEY LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
Sep 26 2016 - 12:06pm

UNLV has opened an online ticket lottery registration for students who want to attend the final presidential debate Oct. 19 at the Thomas & Mack Center. The university expects to receive about 75 tickets.

Dale Erquiaga leaves Nevada governor’s office for national education post

By NEAL MORTON LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
Sep 26 2016 - 4:11pm

Dale Erquiaga, a longtime fixture in Nevada’s public policy realm, will step down from his role in Republican Gov. Brian Sandoval’s office to become president and CEO of Communities in Schools.

Motorcyclist fatally shot on Northern California highway

THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Sep 26 2016 - 1:53pm

A motorcyclist was shot to death on Interstate 80 near Truckee, prompting authorities to close the highway for hours to investigate.

Cowboys owner Jones urges aggressiveness in bringing Raiders to Las Vegas

By RICHARD N. VELOTTA LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
Sep 25 2016 - 7:51pm

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones says state leadership needs to stay aggressive in order to put the last pieces in place to bring the Oakland Raiders to Las Vegas.

Las Vegas golf community has fond memories of Arnold Palmer

By STEVE CARP LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
Sep 26 2016 - 12:24pm

Arnold Palmer was a three-time winner in Las Vegas at the Tournament of Champions and later helped design the golf courses at Angel Park and Red Rock Country Club.

New center for kids with sickle cell disease aims to fill void in Southern Nevada

By PASHTANA USUFZY LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
Sep 26 2016 - 10:29am

Sickle Cell Treatment Center in Las Vegas will take comprehensive approach to avoid medical complications when it opens in October.

Participants in digital detox weekend at Strip resort ditch smartphones, rejoin real world

By CINDY GABER SPECIAL TO THE LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
Sep 26 2016 - 9:55am

Americans check their phones an estimated 8 billion times a day. In addition, the average person checks his or her phone 46 times a day, according to a study released by Deloitte. That’s why when the Mandarin Oriental in Las Vegas decided to create a digital detox weekend to kick off the fall, it was needed — stat.

Man, 23, arrested in Sunday stabbing in Arts District

By RACHEL HERSHKOVITZ LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
Sep 26 2016 - 12:15pm

A man has been arrested in connection with Sunday’s Arts District stabbing, Metro spokesman Mike Rodriguez said.

FBI says murder, violent crime increased in 2015

THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Sep 26 2016 - 9:32am

The number of murders reported by local law enforcement agencies jumped by more than 10 percent in 2015 from the year before, according to crime data released by the FBI on Monday.

Modern rickshaws still could join downtown Las Vegas scene

By JAMIE MUNKS LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
Sep 25 2016 - 11:22pm

Some downtown Las Vegas business owners are still unsure about pedicabs or rickshaws sharing downtown city streets with other modes of transportation.

Rain expected in Las Vegas for much of the week

By RACHEL HERSHKOVITZ LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
Sep 26 2016 - 8:45pm

After a sunny Monday, Las Vegas can expect some chance of showers and thunderstorms from Tuesday through Friday.

Suspect accused of fatal shooting inside Starbucks in Las Vegas is identified

By MAX MICHOR and RACHEL HERSHKOVITZ LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
Sep 26 2016 - 9:57am

The man suspected of shooting a person Sunday morning inside a southwest valley Starbucks earlier had his payment card declined at the coffee shop’s drive-thru window, Las Vegas police said.

Houston shooter had 2 weapons, over 2,500 rounds

THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Sep 26 2016 - 9:33pm

A disgruntled lawyer wearing military-style apparel with old Nazi emblems had two weapons and more than 2,500 rounds of live ammunition when he randomly shot at drivers in a Houston neighborhood Monday before he was shot and killed by police, authorities said.

Man killed in early Sunday shooting in east Las Vegas Valley

By RACHEL HERSHKOVITZ LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
Sep 26 2016 - 12:41pm

The shooting happened around 6:22 a.m. in the parking lot at the shopping center at Spring Mountain, directly in front of Top Knotch Apparel at 3929 Spring Mountain Road.

Need a ride around Las Vegas? Rent a bike

By ART MARROQUIN LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
Sep 26 2016 - 5:58am

The Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada is putting the final touches this week on 20 new bicycle rental stations across downtown as a way to reduce traffic and promote a healthier lifestyle.

Shimmery when wed: Couple tie knot at Life Is Beautiful

By RAVEN JACKSON LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
Sep 26 2016 - 1:20am

There was no wedding chapel, no aisle and no wedding bells. Andrea Kilness and Kristopher Lovett married Sunday in front of a car, to the sound of a cheering crowd at Life Is Beautiful in downtown Las Vegas.

Carson Wentz, Eagles cash in as September surprise

By MATT YOUMANS LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
Sep 25 2016 - 11:33pm

Popular favorites Arizona, Carolina and Pittsburgh went down on what Westgate sports book director Jay Kornegay called “our best Sunday so far.”

Las Vegas police arrest man after long standoff at Summerlin house

By KEITH ROGERS LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
Sep 26 2016 - 5:44am

A man who had barricaded himself in a Summerlin home for hours Sunday has been arrested by Las Vegas police.

Which Trump will debate Clinton: the civil candidate or bombastic name caller?

By NANCY BENAC THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Sep 26 2016 - 3:00am

Donald Trump once claimed to be publicity shy. Young and ambitious, Trump worked just as hard at building his image as he did at expanding his real estate empire.

Colorado offers cautionary lessons as Nevada studies legalizing recreational pot use

By COLTON LOCHHEAD LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL
Sep 25 2016 - 7:00pm

Some predictions made during the campaign by legalization supporters have proven true but Colorado’s first-in-the-nation dive into a legal pot market also has come with unanticipated problems and failed predictions.

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