Death toll rises to 3 in west Las Vegas Valley shooting
A third person has died after a west valley apartment complex shooting Tuesday night, according to the Clark County coroner’s office.
Homeless man killed by LA police was to be deported
U.S. authorities had sought to deport to Cameroon a homeless man later shot dead by police in Los Angeles, but they had to release him from custody after Cameroonian authorities failed to respond to requests for a travel document, an immigration official said on Wednesday.
Desai allowed to plead in Reno for health care fraud case
A federal judge has issued an order allowing Dr. Dipak Desai to plead guilty in Reno to a health care fraud conspiracy stemming from the 2007 hepatitis C outbreak.
Defense attorneys blame Boston bombing suspect’s dead brother
Attorneys for the accused Boston Marathon bomber opened his trial on Wednesday with a stunning statement about their client, charged with killing three people and injuring 264: “It was him.”
Clark County delays decision on lion habitat closure
Clark County commissioners on Wednesday delayed making any decisions on revoking the permit of a 46-lion facility that has more animals than allowed, but both sides are still working on a compromise for the Lion Habitat Ranch that also has a giraffe, emus and ostriches.
Knicks reportedly fined for Phil Jackson’s ‘great looking kid’ comment
Recent comments by New York Knicks president Phil Jackson reportedly cost his team some money. According to a Yahoo Sports report Tuesday night, the NBA fined the Knicks an undisclosed amount in response to Jackson’s remarks after he watched Ohio State play Nebraska on Thursday in Columbus, Ohio.
The creator of K-Cups regrets inventing them
The inventor of K-Cups regrets that he ever invented them. “I feel bad sometimes that I ever did it,” John Sylvan told The Atlantic in an interview.
Clinton shoe thrower sentenced to federal supervision
Alison Michelle Ernst, the Phoenix woman charged with throwing a shoe at Hillary Clinton during a speech in Las Vegas, has been sentenced to one year of supervised release.
1 dead after 4-vehicle crash Tuesday night
Police say a medical episode may have caused a four-vehicle accident Tuesday night that left one person dead.
Elaine Wynn’s brother out of a job at Wynn Resorts
There’s more palace intrigue involving Elaine Wynn’s removal from the board of directors of Wynn Resorts Ltd. Her brother, Michael Pascal, a longtime executive host for Steve Wynn’s properties, no longer works for the company.
Old sky dogs, simulators play big roles at Nellis’ Red Flag exercise
Venerable B-52 bombers and T-38 Talon trainer jets thundered through cloudy, gray skies over Nellis Air Force Base on Tuesday for this year’s second Red Flag air combat exercise.
Major theater chains boycott ‘Beasts of No Nation’
Four of the country’s largest exhibitors separately told Variety they do not plan to show the drama about child soldiers in Africa.
Prospective NHL team owner strikes deal with Opportunity Village
Even though the National Hockey League Board of Governors has not yet approved a team for Las Vegas, the Foley-led Hockey Vision Las Vegas has agreed to pay $1 per ticket sold in its first year to Opportunity Village, a Las Vegas not-for-profit that helps people with intellectual disabilities.
Eagles shipping McCoy to Bills for Alonso
According to multiple media reports, Buffalo is set to acquire running back LeSean McCoy from the Philadelphia Eagles in exchange for linebacker Kiko Alonso.
Fatal crash closes Charleston at Hinson Street
One person is dead after a fatal car crash at the intersection of Charleston Boulevard and Hinson Street. At 7:17 p.m., police responded to a call about the crash, police spokesman Lt. Bruce Miyama said. The person was pronounced dead at the scene.
UNLV seniors Kendrick, Doolin take circuitous routes to journey’s end
Sometimes, seniors are celebrated for helping a team pile up wins and championships. Jelan Kendrick and Cody Doolin, starting guards for a mediocre UNLV team, will be honored Wednesday night for career achievements that go beyond basketball.
Some tips on tipping
Tipping was once so hated in America that six U.S. states officially outlawed it in the early 20th century. And, yet, tipping in America has survived. And thrived.
Boy dies after getting stuck in automatic gate
North Las Vegas police said an 8-year-old boy died Tuesday night after his head got stuck in an automatic gate.
Sarah Michelle Gellar joins voice cast of ‘Star Wars Rebels’
“Star Wars Rebels” takes place between episodes III and IV of the blockbuster space saga, and follows the ragtag crew of the starship Ghost as they attempt to evade the growing Empire and its agents.
David Copperfield makes overtime lawsuit vanish through settlement
Illusionist David Copperfield has agreed to a half-million dollar settlement in a class action lawsuit filed by people who said they were not paid overtime for work on his magic show at the MGM Grand.
Feb. decline marks Macau’s worst gaming revenue month since 2011
Maybe February was rock bottom in Macau, where casinos suffered a 49 percent decline in gaming revenue during February — the market’s single-worst monthly decline on record.
2 NFL players to donate brains to medical research after death
New York Giants punter Steve Weatherford and former National Football League receiver Sidney Rice announced on Tuesday that they will donate their brains to medical research after their death.
Boulder Highway reopens after police chase
Las Vegas police shut down traffic on Boulder Highway between U.S. Highway 95 and Lamb Boulevard Tuesday afternoon in connection with a stabbing that occurred early in the day.
Nevada Republicans applaud Netanyahu speech; Dems frustrated
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s speech urging Congress to take a firmer hand on Iran than what is being pursued by President Barack Obama was applauded by Nevada Republicans but was greeted with frustration by Democrats.
Fremont Street Experience celebrates March Madness with Downtown Hoopstown
March Madness is almost here, and the Fremont Street Experience will celebrate with an interactive basketball attraction, shows and the world’s largest NCAA bracket.
3 ways the net neutrality ruling could benefit your bank account
The FCC’s approval of net neutrality is a big step toward a more open and equal internet. Here is what the new ISP designation could mean for you and your money.
Michael Jordan joins Forbes’ billionaires list
Michael Jordan is one of the 290 newly-minted billionaires on Forbes’ annual list of the world’s richest people.
Grateful Dead tickets are seriously going for $116,000
If you’re truckin’ to see the Grateful Dead this summer, bring your checkbook.
Storms bring some rain, hail to valley
Tuesday morning showers brought about a tenth of an inch of rain and some hail to the valley, leaving a colder-than-average chill as temperatures dipped into the low 40s, according to National Weather Service meteorologist Chris Stachelski.
Suspected drunken driver ruins police motorcycle, Summerlin’s morning commute
Traffic backed up for miles after a suspected drunken slammed into the police Harley-Davidson parked on the shoulder of the busy road.
Air Force veteran fired 23 shots before he was killed by police
The man killed by a Metro sniper on Feb. 25 fired 23 rounds from an assault rifle during the two hour standoff, Las Vegas police said during a press conference Tuesday.
Caesars operating unit details plan to cut $10 billion in debt
The operating unit of casino company Caesars Entertainment Corp. detailed its plan to cut $10 billion of debt and to exit Chapter 11 in a late Monday filing with a U.S. Bankruptcy Court.
Shelter employees described homeless man killed by LAPD as ‘gentle and kind’
Surveillance footage, police and homeless community activists paint wildly different pictures of the man, Africa, who was shot and killed by Los Angeles police Sunday after he scuffled with officers. — one who could be violent, benevolent, troubled and altruistic.
Nevada school bond bill clears panel, heads to Assembly floor
A controversial bill that would extend a bond rollover program to address pressing Nevada school construction needs rose from the dead Tuesday in an Assembly committee but not without rancor among Republicans.
Third man sought in Pahrump home invasion
Police in Nye County are asking for the public’s help in locating a man they say helped rob an elderly Pahrump couple and their disabled daughter early Saturday morning.
Bill would promote equal pay, tighten discrimination laws
Republican Senate Majority Leader Michael Roberson earned praise and pledges of bipartisan cooperation Monday for his bill that would tighten Nevada’s employment discrimination laws and provide remedies to promote equal pay for equal work.
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Homeless man killed by LA police was to be deported
U.S. authorities had sought to deport to Cameroon a homeless man later shot dead by police in Los Angeles, but they had to release him from custody after Cameroonian authorities failed to respond to requests for a travel document, an immigration official said on Wednesday.
Woman found near Stratosphere died of drug intoxication
The woman who was found dead in the street near the Stratosphere in January died from drug intoxication, the Clark County coroner’s office said Wednesday morning.
Nevada AG responds to congresswoman’s slam on immigration suit
Attorney General Adam Laxalt responded in writing to U.S. Rep. Dina Titus’ letter criticizing him for signing onto a lawsuit challenging President Barack Obama’s executive orders on immigration.
Sports
MLS players’ strike possible with labor talks over free agency ongoing
Major League Soccer and the union representing its players resumed labor talks on Wednesday with hopes of reaching a last-minute deal on a new collective bargaining agreement and avoiding a work stoppage.
Knicks reportedly fined for Phil Jackson’s ‘great looking kid’ comment
Recent comments by New York Knicks president Phil Jackson reportedly cost his team some money. According to a Yahoo Sports report Tuesday night, the NBA fined the Knicks an undisclosed amount in response to Jackson’s remarks after he watched Ohio State play Nebraska on Thursday in Columbus, Ohio.
Defending Cup champ Harvick sets sights on new goals
Kevin Harvick heads to Las Vegas Motor Speedway as the defending NASCAR Sprint Cup champion. Now he has other goals to try to reach.
Entertainment
‘Independence Day 2’ casts lead role, sets 2016 release date
Fox has cast “Survivor’s Remorse” star Jessie Usher in “Independence Day 2” as the lead. He’s the first cast member attached to the sequel.
Major theater chains boycott ‘Beasts of No Nation’
Four of the country’s largest exhibitors separately told Variety they do not plan to show the drama about child soldiers in Africa.
Man arrested in stabbing of Minaj touring crew members
Philadelphia police said that they charged a suspect with the stabbing of a member of rapper Nicki Minaj’s touring crew outside a local bar last week.
Business
Anthony tries to tie up revenue for Vegas soccer stadium
The political chess match surrounding Las Vegas’ apparently dead soccer stadium continues at City Hall, where Mayor Pro Tem Stavros Anthony on Wednesday pressed for a vote that would tie up millions of dollars in public funds once earmarked for the venue.
4 tips to cut your monthly phone and cable bills in half
A common tactic to save money is staying in on the weekends instead of squandering your savings on a night out. But having a low-key night among family and friends can also be costly if you’re overpaying your cable TV and cellphone service providers.
Judge considers sanctions against Sands China Ltd.
A Las Vegas judge is mulling what, if any, sanctions to impose on Sands China Ltd. for redacting personal information from documents the company produced out of Macau in January 2013.
Nation and World
Homeless man killed by LA police was to be deported
U.S. authorities had sought to deport to Cameroon a homeless man later shot dead by police in Los Angeles, but they had to release him from custody after Cameroonian authorities failed to respond to requests for a travel document, an immigration official said on Wednesday.
DOJ clears Darren Wilson of civil rights violations in Michael Brown death
The Justice Department formally closed its investigation of Ferguson Police officer Darren Wilson, declining to bring criminal charges for the killing of Michael Brown.
Defense attorneys blame Boston bombing suspect’s dead brother
Attorneys for the accused Boston Marathon bomber opened his trial on Wednesday with a stunning statement about their client, charged with killing three people and injuring 264: “It was him.”
Opinion
LETTERS: Prevailing wage bill a false question
To the editor:
EDITORIAL: The worst bill of the 2015 Legislature is …
The Nevada Legislature is just one month into its regular session, and the “Worst Bill of 2015” competition has been settled.
LETTERS: Health district in fog on e-cigarette tax
To the editor:
Life
Reader-submitted photos and adoptable pets, March 5-11, 2015
View Neighborhood News readers send photos of their pets and everyday lives, and View features photos of pets ready for adoption each week. To submit a photo, email View copy editor Anne King at aking@viewnews.com or mail to View, C/O Anne King, 1111 W. Bonanza Road, Las Vegas, NV 89125. Photos cannot be returned, and due to the high volume, they are often scheduled a month or two in advance.
Some tips on tipping
Tipping was once so hated in America that six U.S. states officially outlawed it in the early 20th century. And, yet, tipping in America has survived. And thrived.
Apple promises fix for Freak security flaw
Apple Inc and Google Inc said on Tuesday that they have developed fixes to mitigate the newly uncovered ‘Freak’ security flaw affecting mobile devices and Mac computers.
View
Reader-submitted photos and adoptable pets, March 5-11, 2015
View Neighborhood News readers send photos of their pets and everyday lives, and View features photos of pets ready for adoption each week. To submit a photo, email View copy editor Anne King at aking@viewnews.com or mail to View, C/O Anne King, 1111 W. Bonanza Road, Las Vegas, NV 89125. Photos cannot be returned, and due to the high volume, they are often scheduled a month or two in advance.
Sound of sirens sometimes sparks confusion on roads
When the sirens are screeching and the bright red and white lights are flashing on emergency vehicles, drivers react in different ways. Some panic and slam on their brakes, while others speed up to try to pass the ambulance.
First Friday to celebrate element of chance
Many vendors at March’s First Friday will have mini-wheels of fortune to win prizes, $5 art and more. Other highlights include Jana’s Red Room’s opening inside inside the former Trifecta Gallery space inside The Arts Factory.
