UNLV will play North Texas in Heart of Dallas Bowl
UNLV will play in the Heart of Dallas Bowl on New Year’s Day against North Texas.
Nevada DMV officials wonder how many will apply for new driver cards
As Nevada prepares to offer driver authorization cards to undocumented residents beginning Jan. 2, the big question for the Department of Motor Vehicles is how many people will show up to take advantage of the new program.
Susan Boyle: Asperger's diagnosis was a relief
Singer Susan Boyle says she has been diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome, a form of autism — and feels relief at finally having the right label for her condition.
'La Cage aux Folles' director dies
Edouard Molinaro, nominated for an Oscar for directing “La Cage aux Folles,” a French farce about a gay couple that struck a chord with a broad range of audiences, has died at 85.
From basketball arena to NFR stadium
Have you ever wanted to see a basketball court turn into a rodeo stage? Well, now you can.
Broncos' Prater breaks field goal record
Denver kicker Matt Prater kicked an NFL-record 64-yard field goal as the first half expired in the Broncos’ game against Tennessee on Sunday.
Nevada state government to benefit from sales tax deal with Amazon.com
Government will become a bit richer next year in Nevada because the governor signed a sales tax collection agreement with Amazon.com.
Woman killed in Route 160 crash ID'd
The woman killed in the crash on state Route 160 Saturday morning has been identified by the Clark County coroner’s office.
Top Bay State gaming official rebuffs criticism
It has been two years since Massachusetts took steps to become the gaming industry’s next casino development destination, but cards haven’t left the dealing shoes and slot machines remain silent.
UNLV survey gets to know Friends in the Desert
After years of serving people who are battling homelessness or food insecurity, the Friends in the Desert Foundation has gotten a glimpse of the population it serves. A study conducted by UNLV students looked at the organization, which offers a hot meal to those in need, and was able to identify its demographics.
Utah congressman's former staffer charged with lying about war injury
A former staffer for U.S. Rep. Jason Chaffetz of Utah was charged with lying about being injured in the Iraq war to collect disability benefits.
Coroner: Bicyclist killed in Eastern Avenue crash ID'd
Police are investigating the death of a bicyclist that was hit by a SUV on Eastern Avenue, near Sunset Road Saturday night.
Saturday shooting leaves one man dead
Homicide detectives are investigating the shooting death of a man Saturday night in the 1600 block of H Street, near Owens Avenue.
'Frozen' ices out competition at box office
In its second weekend at the box office, the Disney animated tale “Frozen” finally cooled off “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire,” while the week’s lone new wide release “Out of the Furnace” wasn’t a match for either blockbuster.
US unemployment rate falls to 7 percent
Solid job growth in November cut the U.S. unemployment rate to 7 percent, a five-year low. The surprisingly robust gain suggested that the economy may have begun to accelerate. As more employers step up hiring, more people have money to spend to drive the economy.
Holiday soirees are no place to be sorry; party properly by heeding these tips
For some, enjoying parties with friends and co-workers is the best part of the yuletide season. For other (ahem) more reluctant socializers, attending holiday parties is the psychic equivalent of walking through a minefield decorated with colored lights and pretty tinsel while a painfully jolly choir sings in the background.
Experts ceasing stranded whales rescue
Wildlife officials say that after losing sight of a pod of whales that was stranded in the Everglades, they are ceasing rescue efforts.
Down Syndrome Organization hosts annual event
The Down Syndrome Organization of Southern Nevada held its 25th annual Festival of Trees & Lights gala at Paris Las Vegas.
Trip of the Week: Explore Colorado River on scenic rafting tour
The three Colorado River raft tours offered by Black Canyon River Adventures annually provide thousands of river runners with splendid scenery, glimpses of the past, views of wildlife and access to hot springs, waterfalls and other features.
Vacant house fire causes $60,000 in damage
Las Vegas Fire and Rescue officials are investigating a fire in a vacant house at 321 Westeria Avenue Saturday night.
McMullan's Irish Pub is full of pieces from the old country
McMullan’s Irish Pub, 4650 W. Tropicana Ave., is named after Brian McMullan and his family. Thomas McMullan, Brian’s grandfather, opened the family’s first pub in 1908 in Glenarm, Ireland. Brian moved to Las Vegas in 1997 and opened McMullan’s in 2002.
Festival of Lights to roll out classic cars
They don’t have all the modern safety features — shoulder belts, high head rests or third brake lights. And great gas mileage? Forget about it. What they do have is the ability to take one back to a different time. A car show is planned as part of the 13th annual Lakes Festival of Lights, set for noon to dusk Dec. 14 at the intersection of Lake East and Lake Sahara drives.
Twain helps LV Great Santa Run achieve record
The Las Vegas Great Santa Run shattered its previous record Saturday, and the event founder cited numerous factors.
Enjoy a climate-controlled Christmas at Mystic Falls Park
Families looking to get into the holiday spirit under a budget can add one more free option to their lists: Sam’s Town plans to transform Mystic Falls Park into an indoor winter wonderland.
Liberty Van driver beats $56 ticket
A Kentucky woman whose van is plastered with political signs and trinkets has won a costly fight to have a $56 traffic ticket tossed in New Jersey.
Police say teen contacted mom weeks after going missing
A New Hampshire teenager who disappeared nearly two months ago mailed her mother a letter several weeks after she was last seen, law enforcement officials said Friday.
Cargo bikes: the new minivan for families
One fisherman uses a bike to deliver hundreds of pounds of salmon to local markets. A mom who regularly shuttles her two kids around town once tried to haul a twin mattress home. And some companies are using the bikes to deliver beer kegs or pick up recycling.
Bishop Gorman routs Reed to claim fifth straight state championship
Bishop Gorman’s football team captured its fifth consecutive Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association state title Saturday with a 48-14 rout of Reed in the Division I title game at Sam Boyd Stadium.
One dead after officer-involved shooting in eastern Las Vegas
Las Vegas police fatally shot a heavily armed man early Saturday morning after fielding a pair of disconnected 911 calls by family members whose voices could be heard in the background saying their son was suicidal and wanted to commit a “mass shooting” to provoke police.
For now, moral victory will have to do
There once was a song about this place, about Arizona, that said it must belong to San Francisco. That it must have lost its way. That it believes in Robin Hood and brotherhood and colors of green and gray.
No. 2 Arizona comes back to beat Rebels 63-58
Brandon Ashley’s layup with 28 seconds remaining helped No. 2 Arizona hold on for a 63-58 victory over UNLV at the McKale Center.
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Nevada DMV officials wonder how many will apply for new driver cards
As Nevada prepares to offer driver authorization cards to undocumented residents beginning Jan. 2, the big question for the Department of Motor Vehicles is how many people will show up to take advantage of the new program.
Susan Boyle: Asperger's diagnosis was a relief
Singer Susan Boyle says she has been diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome, a form of autism — and feels relief at finally having the right label for her condition.
'La Cage aux Folles' director dies
Edouard Molinaro, nominated for an Oscar for directing “La Cage aux Folles,” a French farce about a gay couple that struck a chord with a broad range of audiences, has died at 85.
Sports
From basketball arena to NFR stadium
Have you ever wanted to see a basketball court turn into a rodeo stage? Well, now you can.
Broncos' Prater breaks field goal record
Denver kicker Matt Prater kicked an NFL-record 64-yard field goal as the first half expired in the Broncos’ game against Tennessee on Sunday.
UNLV will play North Texas in Heart of Dallas Bowl
UNLV will play in the Heart of Dallas Bowl on New Year’s Day against North Texas.
Entertainment
'Frozen' ices out competition at box office
In its second weekend at the box office, the Disney animated tale “Frozen” finally cooled off “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire,” while the week’s lone new wide release “Out of the Furnace” wasn’t a match for either blockbuster.
Jay-Z, Timberlake lead Grammy nominations
Justin Timberlake may have earned seven Grammy nominations, but he still has reason to cry himself a river: The pop star was shut out of the top Grammy categories — album, song and record of the year — though his comeback effort, “The 20/20 Experience,” is 2013’s best-selling release.
'Chalk Boy' hits every note of compelling story
From the moment you walk into the theater, you are in the environment of Clear Creek, Wash., where the play “The Chalk Boy,” presented by Cockroach Theatre, takes place.
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Couple commemorate seven decades of marriage
John and Marge Dillon renewed their wedding vows Nov. 23 before family and friends after 70 years of marriage. Their marriage survived a turbulent time early on, when John was drafted into the Navy and never received any of his wife’s letters after she had given birth to their first child.
Reader-submitted photos and adoptable pets, Dec. 10-16
View Neighborhood News readers send photos of their pets and everday 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 Viewpoints, 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.
Newsmakers, Dec. 10-31
Darcy Neighbors has been named 2013 Alumna of the Year by UNLV, Las Vegas’ Lee Business School.
