Racist comments bring harsh criticism on Bundy
U.S. Sen. Dean Heller on Thursday harshly criticized racist comments from Bunkerville rancher Cliven Bundy as reported in a New York Times story.
‘BundyFest’ could become a reality
BundyFest, a Nevada festival organized to mock the Bundy ranch “saga,” may or may not actually happen.
3 American doctors killed by hospital guard in Afghanistan
An Afghan security guard opened fire on a group of foreign doctors at a Kabul hospital on Thursday morning, killing three American physicians and wounding a U.S. nurse, officials said.
Bustling traffic puts McCarran on pace for 40 million passengers in 2014
Passenger counts at McCarran International Airport soared to their highest level in 5½ years in March, completing a quarter that has the airport on pace to serve more than 40 million for the year. About 3.8 million people used the airport in March, a 2.8 percent increase over March 2013.
Police make arrest in fatal shooting
Las Vegas police arrested Jonathan Perez, 22, Tuesday in connection with a Monday shooting that killed one man. Perez faces charges including first-degree murder and possession of a gun by a prohibited person.
Water main break shuts down Decatur
Las Vegas police are urging commuters to avoid Decatur Boulevard after a Thursday morning water main break.
‘Best in Show’ offers nonstop oohs and aahs
Alert! Alert! Cute doggies ahead! Alert! Alert! This Sunday, one of Vegas’ most enjoyable events of the year returns to Orleans Arena. It’s “Best in Show.”
Nevada was once home to the second-deepest mine shaft in the world
The Combination Shaft was created in 1875 during the Comstock Lode in Virginia City, said Mike Visher, deputy administrator at the Nevada Minerals Division. It was 3,250 feet deep.
Dealmaker emerges as bid to combine two biggest gold miners continues
A week before Barrick Gold Corp. Chairman Peter Munk retires, his successor John Thornton is emerging as a dealmaker as the former Goldman Sachs banker pursues a bid to combine the two biggest gold miners.
Shoshone sisters also couldn’t beat BLM
Mary and Carrie Dann never received a visit from the camouflage cavalry, and I’m not sure whether they would have welcomed the support of armed militia. But the story of the Shoshone sisters is worth revisiting in the wake of recent events at Cliven Bundy’s ranch near Bunkerville.
Two Clark County teams prepare for National Science Bowl
Starting Thursday, five high-schoolers from The Meadows and five students from Hyde Park Middle School’s Academy of Math and Sciences will compete in the four-day National Science Bowl in Washington, D.C.
Mesquite homeowners: Former landfill ripping apart houses
Homeowners in a Southern Nevada community say their floors are shaking and their walls cracking as movement in a former landfill tears them apart.
Average ticket price for a Las Vegas show up to $82.86
Each year, there is only one guy crazy enough to try to calculate the average Las Vegas show price, but a bunch of people to tell him why he shouldn’t bother. And no, the first guy ain’t me.
BASE jumpers leap from world’s tallest building, set record
If you had your sights set on breaking the BASE jumping World Record, you’ll have to go higher then 2,717 feet now.
Wyoming town evacuated after gas explosion
A small town in southwest Wyoming has been evacuated after an explosion and fire at a natural gas pipeline hub.
Police ask victims to come forward in child luring case
Las Vegas police asked the public for assistance Wednesday in identifying possible victims of Jonathan Thyron Thompson, 30, who was arrested and faces two counts of luring of a child with sexual intent.
A dozen NFL games to circle for next season
The 2014 NFL season will kick off Sept. 4 in Seattle, where the Super Bowl champion Seahawks will be honored before the boisterous 12th Man in the regular-season opener against the Green Bay Packers. A full schedule for the upcoming season was announced by the league on Wednesday.
Nye County assistant sheriff still in charge after arrest by own deputy
Nye County Assistant Sheriff Rick Marshall remained on the job and in charge of the rural police department Wednesday, less than 24 hours after he was arrested by one of his own deputies.
FBI seeks man involved in Saturday bank robbery
The FBI asked for the public’s help Wednesday in finding a man involved in a Saturday morning bank robbery near Cheyenne Avenue and Jones Boulevard.
‘Digital Shadow’ exposes your Facebook privacy flaws
Who knows how successful the ad campaign for a new Ubisoft game “Watch Dogs” will be, but man, is it creepy.
Police relay team to carry the names of fallen officers to Carson City memorial
In a relay race starting Thursday, a baton with name of Search and rescue officer David VanBuskirk, who fell to his death nine months ago, will pass through 126 pairs of hands over nearly 450 miles to a law enforcement memorial in Carson City.
Female motorist killed, fugitive caught in Kingman police chase
Pursuit of a wanted man led to a fatal traffic accident in Kingman Tuesday.
You’ll be able to stream HBO shows on Amazon soon
Amazon.com’s streaming video service will offer some older shows from premium-cable channel HBO starting next month, a deal that intensifies both companies’ competition with subscription-video service Netflix.
Nevada agency to review short-sale practices
The state will examine short sale practices in Nevada after concerns were raised by a Reno Gazette-Journal investigation published Sunday.
Mesquite mayor to step down after moving to Utah
Several months after he effectively moved out of the community he was elected to lead, Mesquite Mayor Mark Wier has announced plans to step down. “Effective May 12, I will resign as mayor of Mesquite,” he said at Tuesday’s City Council meeting.
Documents: Nevada Obamacare exchange discussed dumping thousands of insured to cover errors
A Las Vegas attorney who is suing the Silver State Health Insurance Exchange has made public documents that could shed light on some of the exchange’s website troubles.
Contestant of ABC TV’s ‘The Bachelorette’ dies in Utah accident
After sustaining serious injuries in a Utah paragliding accident, Eric Hill, contestant on ‘The Bachelorette” slipped into a coma and later died.
Petition filed to legalize recreational marijuana in Nevada
A pro-marijuana group filed a petition Wednesday to begin the process of legalizing the recreational use of marijuana in Nevada.
Man kills self after vehicle collision in Kingman
Kingman, Ariz., police are trying to determine why an elderly man killed himself after causing a minor traffic accident Tuesday.
You can stop complaining about how early you work, now
At least, 75 percent of you can stop complaining about what time you work. Las Vegas’ median start time is similar to that of the rest of the nation.
NYPD Twitter campaign backfires … badly
The New York Police Department rolled out a social media campaign Tuesday that didn’t quite go as planned.
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‘BundyFest’ could become a reality
BundyFest, a Nevada festival organized to mock the Bundy ranch “saga,” may or may not actually happen.
3 American doctors killed by hospital guard in Afghanistan
An Afghan security guard opened fire on a group of foreign doctors at a Kabul hospital on Thursday morning, killing three American physicians and wounding a U.S. nurse, officials said.
Racist comments bring harsh criticism on Bundy
U.S. Sen. Dean Heller on Thursday harshly criticized racist comments from Bunkerville rancher Cliven Bundy as reported in a New York Times story.
Sports
Brad Keselowski wants NASCAR doubleheaders, Las Vegas championship race
Outspoken 2012 series champion proposes major overhaul to Sprint Cup schedule.
Rebels golf team aims for postseason goals
It has become a familiar story for UNLV’s men’s golf team at this time of the year. It’s time for the Mountain West championships, which means the NCAA Regionals are just around the corner. It also brings up the question why the Rebels, who have had very talented teams over the years, have failed to capture the title.
LEFTOVERS: Browns QB shows skill around grill
The Cleveland Browns aren’t accustomed to winning. So anything that’s remotely positive connected to the franchise is going to get the team’s attention. In this case, it was quarterback Brian Hoyer winning a cooking contest last weekend.
Entertainment
‘BundyFest’ could become a reality
BundyFest, a Nevada festival organized to mock the Bundy ranch “saga,” may or may not actually happen.
Summerlin Area Things To Do, April 24-30, 2014
Find things to do across the Summerlin area.
Henderson hosts Heritage Parade and Festival Saturday
Henderson celebrates two anniversaries — the city’s and its weekly farmers’ market — with Saturday’s Heritage Parade and Festival, themed “Let’s Go to the Market.”
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Centenarian says she’s ready to move on after lifetime of good memories
She may not remember everything in detail, but Edna Hauser has witnessed numerous historical events during her lifetime while living in several states.
Station Casinos’ citizenship program helps employees contribute to country
Jaime Montes smiles as he describes the feeling of satisfaction he felt as he stood at his naturalization ceremony last year. After 17 years of living as a U.S. resident, Montes became a U.S. citizen in 2013 with the help of a Station Casinos program.
Cinco de Mayo celebration to highlight culture, support heart health
An array of colorful dresses, Spanish music and the smells of Mexico are set to come alive next month in a celebration that symbolizes the mixture of American and Mexican culture.
