Suspended Family Court judge takes stand in own defense
Suspended Family Court Judge Steven Jones took the witness stand in his own defense Thursday, denying he mishandled a romantic relationship with a prosecutor who appeared before him.
Some UNLV faculty women say campus is stuck in 'Mad Men' days
Women and minorities have been overlooked and underpromoted by the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, according to a letter written by eight faculty members who call for the return of former UNLV president Carol Harter as acting president because of her willingness to address these issues.
Groups: Pact to help children with cancer
An agreement between Cure 4 The Kids Foundation and Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada ensures that families of children with cancer benefit from a more consolidated system for pediatric cancer treatment, executives with both organizations say.
Governor tours Reno drone plant, touts advantage of Nevada testing
As Nevada vies to become one of six federal sites selected to test the future commercial use of drones, Gov. Brian Sandoval on Thursday took a close-up look at the technology for himself.
Official: Israel interested in Las Vegas-style casino in Negev Desert
A developing tourism mecca in the heart of the Negev Desert could be a potential casino site, an Israeli official told the Review-Journal on Thursday.
Man pleads guilty to sex trafficking of 16-year-old girl
A 32-year-old man pleaded guilty to sex trafficking Thursday after the attorney general’s office said he persuaded a minor to travel to Las Vegas from Utah with the intent of engaging her in prostitution.
Nevadans recall the legacy, leadership of Nelson Mandela
From Las Vegas’ Historic West Side whose history is steeped in segregation, to the corridors of Congress in Washington and the governor’s office in Carson City, praise poured in Thursday for Nelson Mandela, South African’s former president who spent years in jail in the name of equality.
Regents give green light to planning process for new medical school
Nevada higher education leaders on Thursday approved starting the planning process for a University of Nevada, Las Vegas Medical School.
Faith Lutheran to break ground on $8 million athletic complex
The largest private school in the Las Vegas Valley will celebrate the groundbreaking of an $8.75 million athletic complex project today.
Beyonce reminds fans they're beautiful, but that's awfully easy for her to say
For all of Beyonce’s laudable ladies-first sermonizing and you-go-girl bravura, plenty of it feels perfunctory and, if not exactly disingenuous, not incredibly convincing, either.
Clark County School Board appoints new member
Hispanic community leaders showed in force Thursday and successfully lobbied the Clark County School Board to fill an empty board seat with the candidate they support – Stavan Corbett.
Titus, Dems urge Obama to halt deportations
U.S. Rep. Dina Titus of Nevada and more than two dozen other House Democrats on Thursday urged President Barack Obama to use his executive powers to achieve what he did for the so-called DREAMers — halt deportations of undocumented immigrants.
Life's grittier side delivered with no frills, no twists in 'Out of the Furnace'
“Out of the Furnace’s” plot is almost stunningly straightforward. No twists, no turns. There’s literally nothing fancy about it. Director Scott Cooper just trusts his talented cast to burrow deep into their roles.
Downtown Las Vegas free Wi-Fi turned on
Free Wi-Fi is now live in downtown Las Vegas. The service, provided by LV.net in partnership with the city of Las Vegas, has been in testing for a couple of months and is now ready to go.
Officer in New Mexico van shooting placed on leave
The New Mexico State Police officer who fired shots at a minivan full of children during a chaotic October traffic stop has been placed on administrative leave, an agency official said Thursday.
Rodeo champ Brazile hopes to round up more business at NFR
Trevor Brazile is in Las Vegas to win an unprecedented 11th all-around National Finals Rodeo title during the 10-day run of the Super Bowl of rodeos. But the cowboy from Decatur, Texas, has other business to attend to in Sin City.
Economist pokes holes in 'shadow inventory' theory
Shadow housing supply? What shadow housing supply?
1 child dead, 5 others injured in Idaho school bus crash
A dump truck collided with a school bus Thursday at a rural southwestern Idaho intersection, killing an 11-year-old boy and injuring four other children.
Security guards take pictures with QB Tom Brady, get fired
Two security guards at Reliant Stadium were fired this past weekend when they asked Tom Brady to take a photo with them.
Woman unknowingly tweeted about husband's fatal crash
A Washington state woman who regularly monitors police scanner traffic unknowingly live-tweeted about her husband’s death in a freeway crash.
Rescuers optimistic as pilot whales move to deeper waters
Pods of 35 pilot whales slowly swam Thursday into deeper water off Florida’s southwest coast, raising optimism that the strandings of whales on Everglades National Park beaches may soon end on a positive note.
Jameis Winston 'relieved' no charges, accuser responds
Florida State quarterback and Heisman Trophy candidate Jameis Winston will not be charged with sexually assaulting a woman who accused him of raping her about a year ago, a prosecutor said Thursday.
NASCAR champion Jimmie Johnson picture of class ... again
One of the traditions of NASCAR Champion’s Week in Las Vegas is that they bring the recently minted titlist to the newspaper office for an interview and a Capriotti’s sandwich.
Georgia dad charging car at school arrested for stealing electricity
A motorist who plugged his electric car into an outlet at a school near Atlanta is facing a theft charge, sparking debate about where and when it’s acceptable to use power.
Ohio man arrested for breaking into house, claiming it as his own
An Ohio man allegedly broke into the home of a family that was out of town caring for a sick relative, removed their belongings and said he had legal rights to the house.
Helldorado Days events to move to Symphony Park in May
Helldorado Days, Las Vegas’ longest- running civic event, announced Tuesday that its 2014 festivities will take place May 15-18 at a new location near The Smith Center, on Symphony Park Avenue and Grand Central Parkway.
Indian ricegrass Nevada's state grass since 1977
It’s probably somewhat surprising in itself that Nevada has a state grass. What may be more surprising is that it’s not Bermudagrass or Zoysiagrass or even the artificial turf that’s taking root (or not) all over the area. It’s Indian ricegrass.
Smart phone connectivity, social media seen growing NASCAR audience
With ticket sales and revenues at NASCAR tracks declining around the country, expect race venue owners to invest in smartphone connectivity and social media technology in hopes of drawing more young fans and building the next generation of followers.
Rebels embrace 'huge challenge' at Arizona
In his seventh game as UNLV basketball coach, Dave Rice played the underdog role to perfection, directing his team to a stunning knockout of top-ranked North Carolina. A little more than two years later, Rice is back in the dog house, so to speak.
Shopping on Thanksgiving? Let's shoot an arrow through it
Call me a grumbling Grinch, but the thought of UFC-style shopping on Thanksgiving Day is revolting.
Texas principal prohibits students from speaking Spanish
A Texas middle school principal has been placed on paid leave after she banned the speaking of Spanish by students while in class.
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Who needs photo access? For president, propaganda does fine
It might seem like another day in Tea Party Land when a conservative columnist accuses President Barack Obama’s White House of “airbrushing history” like the Stalin-era Soviet Union.
Regents review financial aid fixes at CSN
The College of Southern Nevada continues to tackle its financial aid challenges.
Some UNLV faculty women say campus is stuck in 'Mad Men' days
Women and minorities have been overlooked and underpromoted by the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, according to a letter written by eight faculty members who call for the return of former UNLV president Carol Harter as acting president because of her willingness to address these issues.
Sports
Pioneers keep cool, come back
Canyon Springs coach Freddie Banks didn’t yell and scream when his team went into the locker room trailing by five points on Thursday night.
Final pick of season is one of my easiest
In the immortal words of The Doors’ front man Jim Morrison, this is the end.
Wranglers hoping for revival
Nobody is happier to be back home than Mike Madill, the Wranglers’ first-year coach and general manager.
Entertainment
American Country Awards looks like it's around to stay awhile
No one was really sure why we needed this. A third country awards show, the second out of Las Vegas — same arena even — and a similar name. “Not the ACMs, dude, the ACAs!”
Aaron Lewis in for National Finals Rodeo ride
Aaron Lewis is sure to have his country side on display during National Finals Rodeo week, but he can play to just about any crowd.
All-4-One ready to harmonize on some Christmastime classics
You just have to hear Christmas favorites rendered in impeccable four-part harmony … never fear, All-4-One is here!
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Bar named for Jack Regan draws military crowd
Jack’s Place, 5067 E. Bonanza Road, is a small neighborhood bar that caters largely to an older ex-military crowd. The customers, who are mainly in their 50s and 60s, enjoy the soft oldies music that fills the air and the calm atmosphere of the bar.
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.
Southwest-area nonprofit Back 2 Basic Global Outreach acts as distribution center for other nonprofits
Back 2 Basic Global Outreach, 4445 S. Valley View Blvd., Suite 4, donated items to 100 Academy, the Women’s Resource Medical Centers of Southern Nevada and Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada. The organization acts as a distribution center for other nonprofits.