The investigation of strip club owner Michael Galardi and numerous politicians appears to be the first time federal authorities have used the Patriot Act in a public corruption probe.
NEWS DIGEST
ROAD WARRIOR Q&A: Keeping Up With Litter
This week, readers want to know who's responsible for cleaning highway roadsides and what can be done about Nevadans with expired or out-of-state license plates on their cars.
Drought brings disaster designation, federal aid
CARSON CITY -- Gov. Kenny Guinn's request that all 17 Nevada counties be designated disaster areas because of farmers' losses caused by drought and insect infestations has been granted by federal Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman.
Great Basin coalition gains support
RENO -- A diverse coalition from eastern Nevada has gained the support of the state's congressional delegates in an effort to restore the Great Basin.
HEALTH DISTRICT: Officials pressing flu shots
Health officials expect the flu virus to soon sweep through Las Vegas and are urging most people to get a flu shot as soon as possible.
Mother disputes blame in accident
Ashlee Bicknell's family members know they can't bring her back to life, but they don't want the 15-year-old blamed for her own death.
FLU SHOT LOCATIONS
The following businesses are offering flu shots to the public. People are urged to call the specific business for any questions on the inoculations.
Ex-defense investigator in Binion case negotiating plea
A former defense team investigator in the Ted Binion murder case is involved in plea negotiations with prosecutors regarding charges he sexually assaulted his wife and torched her business.
National search for new public defender criticized
Clark County will launch a national search for a new public defender despite complaints from local judges and deputy public defenders who want a local attorney appointed to the position.
Neighbors fight proposal for government building
During the decade Mary Green has lived in her home near Buffalo Drive and Oakey Boulevard, she has marked the passing years battling developers.
Charges pending in firefighter's death
Authorities have not decided whether to file charges against a man who police say caused the death of an off-duty Clark County firefighter during a bar fight last week.
NORM: Goodman looks years younger
Mayor Oscar Goodman has a new to-dye-for look: Dyed hair, dyed beard, new threads, the whole shootin' match.
Official proposes bar ban
Citing concerns that taverns in North Las Vegas are moving too close to schools, churches and parks, Councilwoman Shari Buck is proposing a six-month moratorium on approval of new drinking establishments.
In Brief
LANCE BURTON Scam offers free tickets to magic show Magician Lance Burton wishes a scam offering free tickets to his show would just disappear.
PATRIOT ACT: Law's use causing concerns
The investigation of strip club owner Michael Galardi and numerous politicians appears to be the first time federal authorities have used the Patriot Act in a public corruption probe.
Patriot Act's use surprises many
The FBI's use of the Patriot Act in the Southern Nevada political corruption probe raised eyebrows Tuesday among attorneys involved in the case, as well as analysts across the political spectrum.
NEON WEDNESDAY: A flick, blues or new wave rock
The Winchester Community Center theater stages another movie today at 7 p.m. in its French Club Sandwich Film Series, with the 1997 musical drama "The Harmonists.
