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Defense witness: Michael Jackson caused own death

LOS ANGELES — Attorneys for Michael Jackson’s doctor dropped the bombshell Friday they’ve been hinting at for months — an expert opinion accusing the legendary singer of causing his own death.

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BLM roundup targets about 300 wild horses

RENO — The U.S. Bureau of Land Management has announced plans to remove nearly 300 wild horses from herd management areas near Reno early next year.

Nevada State Museum opens at new home

Clad in a candy-corn-patterned witch hat for Halloween, 4-year-old Ember focused on putting together pieces of a fossil puzzle Friday morning at the newly opened Nevada State Museum.

Opening of new NLV city hall brings praise, criticism

North Las Vegas employees will move into a spacious new City Hall next month, but comparatively few of them are left to fill it thanks to layoffs and a hiring freeze.

Testimony reveals slain Arbor View student was near safety

Alyssa Otremba was less than 100 yards from home. The Arbor View freshman was 100 yards from marching with the school band at half time. One hundred yards from joining a dance class with her sister.

What’s the best floor for your high-traffic home?

Savvy shoppers should keep in mind that not all laminates are created equal, especially when it comes to long-term performance. To find the best floor for your high-traffic home, consider these tips.

Remodeling for aging in place today will help sell your home tomorrow

Before you invest in a home-improvement project, consider your potential buyers with this fact in mind: More than 3.5 million baby boomers turn 55 each year, according to the 2010 U.S. Census. Since people aged 45 to 64 make up more than a quarter of today’s U.S. population, there’s a good chance you’ll be selling to someone in this age group. Will your home appeal to them?

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