Phoenix-based TV pitchman dies in federal custody

PHOENIX — A U.S. Marshals Service spokesman says a Phoenix-based TV pitchman charged with running a nationwide scheme to sell essentially worthless Internet-based businesses has died in an apparent suicide while in federal custody.

In Brief

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Crews battle wildfire burning away from homes

Crews are battling to protect homes from a wildfire that has charred about 1,000 acres near the Lyon County community of Wellington.

Mormon leaders want followers to use church’s full, formal name

SALT LAKE CITY — Mormon leaders want followers to use the church’s full, but lengthy, nine-word formal name, saying Sunday that its descriptive nature is a reminder that the faith’s beliefs are centered on the teachings of Jesus Christ.

Studies show that circumcision is on the decline

So much stress over a few inches of skin. Deciding whether to circumcise is the first elective medical decision most parents make for a son. It can be painful for the child. It’s irreverisble. And the result is something the boy will live with every day for the rest of his life.

POLITICAL EYE: Kihuen counting on minority support

The entertainment and the crowd at Ruben Kihuen’s official Democratic congressional campaign kick-off last week demonstrated the Hispanic favorite son’s support in the minority community.

UNLV researcher wants to drive you to distraction

Pushkin Kachroo is an author, a researcher and a professor at UNLV, and he’s going to change the way you think about driving your car.

The Hot Corner

Matt Youmans, Review-Journal, 43-40-3 (overall record)

Virus has Las Vegas police detective preaching precaution

Las Vegas police detective Kenny Nogle didn’t contract the hepatitis C on the job. But he is passing on the knowledge he has gained since contracting the virus to warn fellow officers of the risks of infection they face daily.

Looking for powerful legs? Build your hamstrings

Powerful legs are more achievable than you might think. For the legs to be strong, each muscle needs to work properly in conjunction with the other leg muscles. The hamstrings (back of the thigh) are a great source of power for the legs. They are important in practically every sport.

Southern Nevada sees less funding for trails, parks

Funding for trails and parks is drying up because the fund that has paid for them for years is shrinking as the Las Vegas Valley’s growth slows.

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