1 injured in stabbing in downtown Las Vegas
A downtown stabbing suspect led police on a pursuit on U.S. Highway 95 Tuesday morning.
Israel’s Netanyahu offers ‘no concrete action plan’ on Iran
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu failed to offer an alternative in his speech to the U.S. Congress on the ongoing nuclear talks with Iran, a senior U.S. administration official said on Tuesday.
Families file suit in 2014 killings near Calif. college campus
The families of three victims slain during a southern California rampage last year that left dead six college students and the killer are suing the county, the sheriff’s department and the apartment building where the victims were killed.
Denver Nuggets fire head coach
Denver Nuggets head coach Brian Shaw was fired Tuesday. Shaw was 20-39 this season with the Nuggets, who began the day seven games out of last place in the Western Conference and 12 1/2 games out of the eighth playoff spot in the conference.
Report: Engineer in Calif. train crash has died
A 62-year-old train engineer who was hospitalized after a train crash and derailment last week in Southern California has died, the first fatality from the incident that left about 50 people injured, police said on Tuesday.
Ex-CIA director David Petraeus pleads guilty to federal charge
Former CIA director and U.S. Army General David Petraeus has pleaded guilty in federal court to a charge of unauthorized removal and retention of classified information in a case arising from his affair with a female Army Reserve officer, the U.S. Justice Department said on Tuesday.
North Las Vegas police looking for burglary suspect
North Las Vegas police on Tuesday released a video of a man they say broke into a home and then used a stolen credit card to shop.
Anthem homes are more luxurious than your dreams— PHOTOS
Anthem, known as one of the southern most communities in Henderson, located along the foothills of the Black Mountains and south Eastern Avenue, welcomes guests with a picturesque waterfall entrance.
Youth injured in bicycle crash in northwest Las Vegas
A juvenile bicyclist was transported to the hospital after being struck by a vehicle at a northwest valley middle school Tuesday morning.
Ex-brother-in-law of judge sentenced in fraud scheme
The central figure in a multimillion-dollar investment scam perpetrated by a Clark County judge and others was sentenced Monday to 6 and a half years in federal prison.
E-cigarettes would be regulated like tobacco under new bill
Use of electronic cigarettes and liquid nicotine would be regulated the same as tobacco under a bill introduced in the Nevada Senate on Monday.
Apartment fire near Eastern, US 95 displaces 30
Two adults and two children were displaced Tuesday morning following an apartment blaze near Eastern Avenue and U.S. Highway 95, the Las Vegas Fire Department said.
‘Sharknado 3’ casts Mark Cuban and Ann Coulter
Mark Cuban and Ann Coulter are heading for the Oval Office. The pair have been cast to the play the president and vice president of the U.S. in “Sharknado 3.”
How much do you know about the ‘Star-Spangled Banner’?— QUIZ
National Anthem Day is celebrated March 3. How much do you know about the challenging to sing, but inspirational to hear “Star-Spangled Banner”?
Man tries to steal car, can’t drive stick shift
Police in West Haven said they arrested a man for trying to steal a car at a convenience store.
Witness describes payoffs, rigging elections in HOA fraud trial
Ralph Priola was a busy man during the height of the massive scheme to take over and defraud Las Vegas-area homeowners associations between 2006 and 2008.
Ga. woman’s execution postponed over ‘cloudy’ drugs
Kelly Renee Gissendaner’s execution has been postponed because the drugs that were supposed to be used “appeared cloudy,” the Georgia Department of Corrections said Monday night.
Potential 2016 candidate Jeb Bush talks conservative values at Vegas event
Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush on Monday told a crowd of about 400 people in Las Vegas that he applies conservative values — not just talks about them — as he seriously considers a run for president in 2016.
Defense agency visited Yucca, says no intention to use site
Officials from a Pentagon agency toured the tunnels of Yucca Mountain last month but do not intend to do work at the Nevada site, a spokesman said Monday.
Judge Judy will remain on air until at least 2020
Judge Judy Sheindlin has extended her whopping contract with CBS TV Distribution to host the top-rated “Judge Judy” through the 2019-20 season.
Did Hillary Clinton break federal laws via email?
Former U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton may have violated federal records laws by using a personal email account for all of her work messages, the New York Times reported on Monday.
Worst thief ever throws brick at car, gets knocked out — VIDEO
A man’s plot to break into an unoccupied Mercedes coup went horribly wrong after the brick he threw at the window bounced back and hit him in the face, knocking him out cold.
Actress Michelle Rodriguez talks about that white ‘superhero thing’
Actress Michelle Rodriguez challenged racial minorities in Hollywood to “develop their own mythology” and tell their own stories instead of recasting traditionally white characters as different races.
Poll: Nevadans favor Sandoval tax increase plan
A majority of likely Nevada voters back Gov. Brian Sandoval’s plan to raise taxes to bring in more money for education, with 56 percent backing his proposed higher business license fee and 41 percent opposing the idea, according to a new poll released Monday.
Colorado teen’s body found, death under investigation
The remains of an 18-year-old girl who vanished in western Colorado late last year have been found and the police are treating the teen’s death as suspicious, authorities said.
Soccer player leaves field after racist taunts in Peru
A Panamanian player has hit out at Peru’s soccer authorities for doing nothing to stop racism in the country after he walked off the pitch during a top-flight game after being subjected to abuse which he said was going unpunished.
Reid still punching for a Jack Johnson pardon
Neither a decade of lobbying nor the passage of two congressional resolutions has won a presidential pardon for famed boxer Jack Johnson, the first African-American heavyweight champ widely believed to have been unjustly convicted of a morals crime more than a century ago.
Israel’s Netanyahu warns US on nuclear deal with Iran
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned the United States on Monday that the nuclear deal it is negotiating with Iran could threaten Israel’s survival and insisted he had a “moral obligation” to speak up about deep differences with President Barack Obama on the issue.
Man killed by BLM officers near Red Rock was tased twice, shot 7 times
D’Andre Berghardt Jr. was tased twice and shot seven times by Bureau of Land Management officers in an incident on state Route 159 near Red Rock last year, investigating officers testified in a fact-finding hearing Monday morning.
Here’s what Netflix is dropping in March
The popular streaming service will drop 60 titles in March and adding 37 new titles, including several TV series.
Snowy Mount Charleston sees string of crashes
An hour after the Nevada Department of Transportation lifted a snow-chain restriction on state Route 156, the Nevada Highway Patrol responded to two crashes in Lee Canyon Monday afternoon.
1 dead, 4 injured in SoCal restaurant shooting
One person was shot dead and four others wounded when gunfire erupted during a brawl in a Southern California restaurant on Monday, and two of those hurt were in custody including one subdued by a security guard at the scene, police said.
Vegas’ medical marijuana industry still shrouded in secrecy
In all, 199 of the 519 applicants for medical marijuana licenses — 38 percent — chose to keep their names confidential, including more than 40 percent of would-be dispensary operators.
Police looking for suspect in attempted armed robbery
Las Vegas police are seeking the public’s help in identifying a man in connection with an attempted armed robbery in a southwest valley parking lot.
Elaine Wynn: Removal from company’s board ‘extraordinarily disappointing’
Wynn Resorts Ltd. director Elaine Wynn called a decision by the company to remove her from the board “extraordinarily disappointing,” and she was considering her next move.
Woman found hanging in SoCal classroom
A woman was found hanged to death in a Southern California high school classroom when students arrived on Monday, authorities said, and local media reported that she was a teacher at the school.
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Two men arrested, 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.
Villarrica volcano erupts in southern Chile, thousands flee — VIDEOS
Volcano Villarrica in southern Chile erupted in the early hours of Tuesday, sending a plume of ash and lava high into the sky, and forcing the evacuation of nearby communities.
Report: Engineer in Calif. train crash has died
A 62-year-old train engineer who was hospitalized after a train crash and derailment last week in Southern California has died, the first fatality from the incident that left about 50 people injured, police said on Tuesday.
Sports
Ravens, Ray Rice settlement was reportedly for $1.59M
The settlement of a wrongful termination grievance reached in January between the Baltimore Ravens and running back Ray Rice was for $1.59 million, the Baltimore Sun reported on Tuesday, citing sources.
Denver Nuggets fire head coach
Denver Nuggets head coach Brian Shaw was fired Tuesday. Shaw was 20-39 this season with the Nuggets, who began the day seven games out of last place in the Western Conference and 12 1/2 games out of the eighth playoff spot in the conference.
Patriots’ Rob Gronkowski treated like a king at Surrender
A month ago, Gronk (Rob Gronkowski) caught footballs as a tight end for the New England Patriots in the Super Bowl, and on Saturday night, here’s how everyone treated him like a king at Surrender nightclub.
Entertainment
Grateful Dead tickets are seriously going for $116,000
If you’re truckin’ to see the Grateful Dead this summer, bring your checkbook.
Patriots’ Rob Gronkowski treated like a king at Surrender
A month ago, Gronk (Rob Gronkowski) caught footballs as a tight end for the New England Patriots in the Super Bowl, and on Saturday night, here’s how everyone treated him like a king at Surrender nightclub.
You’ll walk forever to ‘Rock in Rio’
If you haven’t heard, a gargantuan music fest called “Rock in Rio” is coming to Vegas on May 8-9 and May 15-16, starring Taylor Swift, John Legend, Deftones, Metallica, Mana, Ed Sheeran, Sam Smith, Linkin Park, No Doubt, the Pretty Reckless, Sepultura, Bruno Mars, and Joss Stone.
Business
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.
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.
Prime access, amenities help new business parks shine
Bigger may not always be better when it comes to the size of a business park and its impact on the market. But the demand for large spaces is helping to fuel the steady recovery of the local commercial real estate scene.
Nation and World
Villarrica volcano erupts in southern Chile, thousands flee — VIDEOS
Volcano Villarrica in southern Chile erupted in the early hours of Tuesday, sending a plume of ash and lava high into the sky, and forcing the evacuation of nearby communities.
Report: Engineer in Calif. train crash has died
A 62-year-old train engineer who was hospitalized after a train crash and derailment last week in Southern California has died, the first fatality from the incident that left about 50 people injured, police said on Tuesday.
Ex-CIA director David Petraeus pleads guilty to federal charge
Former CIA director and U.S. Army General David Petraeus has pleaded guilty in federal court to a charge of unauthorized removal and retention of classified information in a case arising from his affair with a female Army Reserve officer, the U.S. Justice Department said on Tuesday.
Opinion
LETTERS: Health district in fog on e-cigarette tax
To the editor:
EDITORIAL: School construction bill needs speedy action
As each week of the 2015 Nevada Legislature goes by, the urgency to pass Senate Bill 119 — or an amended version of it — increases substantially.
LETTERS: Too many public servants only serve themselves
To the editor:
Life
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.
E Bunny effort marks 25 years of charity in Vegas Valley
It’s been 25 years since the E Bunny made her first appearance, giving free Easter baskets to local children in need. The community effort has since seen thousands of baskets given away, and founder/coordinator Barbara Kenig said she couldn’t do it without her many volunteers.
You can still eat at Simon until May 22
A lot of people seemed quite upset to read in my Saturday column that Simon at Palms Place is shutting down, while chef Kerry Simon battles a physically debilitating disease.
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E Bunny effort marks 25 years of charity in Vegas Valley
It’s been 25 years since the E Bunny made her first appearance, giving free Easter baskets to local children in need. The community effort has since seen thousands of baskets given away, and founder/coordinator Barbara Kenig said she couldn’t do it without her many volunteers.
Next phase of sewer project brings new challenges for Rampart drivers
Sewer work along Rampart Boulevard north of Summerlin Parkway is winding down, but motorists who think they can breathe a sigh of relief are mistaken. The city of Las Vegas Public Works Department is closing one phase of the Rampart Sewer Installation Project and immediately starting another.
Doctor says carpal tunnel syndrome usually not work related
Think of your hands and all you do with them. Now, think of experiencing pain in your hand every day. That’s what it’s like to have carpal tunnel.
