2 dead, 2 wounded in Vegas home invasions
Two people died and one was critically wounded after a two home invasions that led to an officer-involved shooting in the southeast valley Tuesday morning, according to Las Vegas police.
Partnership to help autistic children announced
UNLV, the University of Nevada School of Medicine and a local nonprofit are partnering to bring more services to autistic children, in the form of a two-story center across from UNLV’s main campus.
The World according to Stupak
Casino ownership in Las Vegas has attracted its share of characters, from the mob-backed era of the 1960s and 1970s to reclusive billionaire Howard Hughes to the publicly traded corporate titans of today. Then there was Bob Stupak.
Teen competes in elite graphic design contest
Las Vegas high school student Javier Salazar may have started doing graphic design just two years ago, but he’s one of only three U.S. competitors in the Adobe World Championship in Anaheim, Calif., which pitted him against 31 others from 17 countries.
5 rescued after broken water main floods UCLA
A broken water main near the UCLA campus Tuesday sent a geyser of water some 30 feet into the air, trapping people in underground parking garages and covering some of the best-known parts of campus in water, including the school’s famed basketball arena.
Only one Nevada teen competing in national pageant
An intriguing offer to have two winners from disputed Nevada pageant compete in Orlando, Fla., did not come to pass.
Motorcyclist killed in Spring Mountain crash
A motorcyclist was killed after colliding with a pickup truck Tuesday afternoon near the 5400 block of Spring Mountain.
Flood-battered Mount Charleston neighborhoods recovering
The Rainbow Canyon neighborhoods on Mount Charleston, battered by floodwater and debris, are still scrambling to recover from damage caused by a summer storm on Monday.
Playboy Bloods gang member abruptly pleads guilty in racketeering case
A member of the Playboy Bloods street gang abruptly pleaded guilty Tuesday on the second day of his federal racketeering trial.
Federal magistrate orders medical help for HOA defendant
U.S. Magistrate Judge George Foley Jr. on Tuesday ordered federal authorities to get outside medical treatment for a key defendant in the homeowners association corruption case.
Here’s a rundown of the NCAA head-injury settlement
A filing in federal court in Chicago on Tuesday notified a U.S. district judge that lawyers for former college athletes and the NCAA reached a settlement in a class-action lawsuit after nearly a year of talks.
Report: Wealthy Nevadans more upbeat on economy
Compared to their neighbors in lower income brackets, wealthy Nevadans are more optimistic that the local economy is heading in the right direction, according to Nevada State Bank’s most recent “High Net Worth Report.”
Israel escalates military advances; 128 Palestinians killed
Israel escalated its military campaign against Hamas on Tuesday, striking symbols of the militant group’s control in Gaza and firing tank shells that Palestinian officials said shut down the strip’s only power plant.
Man accused of killing car dealer over bad sale
A man accused of beating a Rhode Island junk-car dealer with a two-by-four over a deal gone wrong has been charged with his murder.
Obama announces new sanctions on Russia
President Barack Obama has announced new economic sanctions against key sectors of the Russian economy in the latest move by the U.S. to force Russian President Vladimir Putin to end his support for Ukrainian rebels.
Teen’s body found in wheel well of Air Force plane
The body of a teen stowaway was found and removed from a compartment above the rear landing gear of a U.S. Air Force cargo aircraft after it landed at a military base in Germany, triggering questions of aircraft security.
Broncos’ Manning dances to ‘Rocky Top’ during practice
Denver Bronco fans are seeing a whole new side of quarterback Peyton Manning after he was caught on video dancing at practice…or at least trying to dance.
Police say fatal shooting happened during house party
Officers responded to Barium Rock Avenue, near El Capitan Way and Iron Mountain Road, just after 12:30 a.m Monday and found an unresponsive man with gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
More cabs approved for MAGIC trade show
The Nevada Taxicab Authority on Tuesday unanimously approved as many as 160 additional cabs during August’s Men’s Apparel Guild in California fashion trade show.
Runaway TB patient arrested months after diagnosis
California man Rosas Cruz, diagnosed with tuberculosis in March, was found and arrested on charges of refusing to comply with health officials.
Girl struck by plane on Florida beach dies
A 9-year-old girl who was struck by a plane that crash-landed on a beach while she vacationed with her family has died from her injuries, law enforcement officials in Florida said Tuesday.
ESPN suspends Smith for 1 week over abuse comments
ESPN has suspended outspoken sportscaster Stephen A. Smith for a week because of his comments about domestic abuse suggesting women should make sure that they don’t do anything to provoke an attack.
East valley barricade suspect taken into custody
What started as a robbery call for Las Vegas police turned into an east valley barricade situation Tuesday afternoon.
Teen suspected in sexual assault turns himself in
A teen Las Vegas police said is responsible for the sexual assault and carjacking near the intersection of Durango Drive and the 215 Beltway turned himself in Tuesday.
What if we made Hafen mayor for life?
A Henderson citizens committee rejected amending the city’s charter in a way that would have allowed longtime councilman and Mayor Andy Hafen to run for re-election again.
Las Vegas pimp gets life in beating death
A Clark County judge sentenced a pimp to life in prison without the possibility of parole Tuesday in the slaying of a 21-year-old woman.
35 percent of Americans facing debt collectors, study says
More than 35 percent of Americans have debts and unpaid bills that have been reported to collection agencies, according to a study released Tuesday by the Urban Institute.
Crane incident closes lanes on Lake Mead at Las Vegas Blvd
A crane-versus-pole collision closed a North Las Vegas street Tuesday morning.
What to watch this week
Whether it be in a theater, on Blu-ray or streaming there’s plenty to watch this week. It just depends on your taste or maybe your mood.
Officer stabbed, man fatally shot in Henderson
A man was shot and killed after he stabbed a Henderson police officer early Tuesday morning, a department spokeswoman said.
Couple finds, returns tribute flag to Marine’s mom
A couple who discovered a tribute flag for a fallen Marine at a Texas flea market presented it to his mother Saturday, more than nine years after he was killed in Iraq.
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Spain, Catalonia meet in campaign for independence
Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy and the leader of the economically powerful Catalonia region are holding a crucial face-to-face meeting Wednesday in what could be a last chance for the two men to resolve a bitter dispute over the region’s plans to hold a secession referendum in November.
The World according to Stupak
Casino ownership in Las Vegas has attracted its share of characters, from the mob-backed era of the 1960s and 1970s to reclusive billionaire Howard Hughes to the publicly traded corporate titans of today. Then there was Bob Stupak.
Partnership to help autistic children announced
UNLV, the University of Nevada School of Medicine and a local nonprofit are partnering to bring more services to autistic children, in the form of a two-story center across from UNLV’s main campus.
Sports
Reynolds trades in court for field
Before he was called up by the 51s this season, the only time infielder Matt Reynolds had been to Las Vegas was to play in a high school basketball tournament.
UNLV athletic department faces uncertain future
UNLV athletic director Tina Kunzer-Murphy said those interesting in contributing to Rebels athletics now can donate to a specific program. She hopes that change in policy increases the amount of donations to athletics.
Rose’s basketball comeback a series of one-day journeys
The Chicago Bulls’ star guard is trying to regain his elite form playing for USA Basketball this summer after knee injuries have kept him sidelined for the better part of the last three seasons. So far, no problems for Rose after two days of training camp at UNLV’s Mendenhall Center.
Entertainment
Aretha Franklin heads to fair for music, food
The Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin is jazzed about more than music at the Ohio State Fair: She’s also looking forward to the food.
Cold-brewing delivers joe’s jolt without bitterness
Cold-brew coffee has been around for years but has been gaining popularity lately as cofficionados continue to experiment with new and better methods of producing their favorite drink.
Small Plates: Cheffini’s and “The Ginger & White Cookbook”
Cheffini’s, from Daniella and Jose “Chepe” Villamil, opened in June as an outgrowth of the late-night hot dog cart that the couple and partner Fabian Arias operated for the past four years, usually in front of Emergency Arts on Fremont Street.
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Overcoming denial is important part of grieving process
Grieving is an emotional process that one must endure after losing a loved one. Some people avoid it by going into denial. Joanne Dahl of Spring Valley was one of those people.
