Police: Reno cab driver fatally stabs fare

Reno police say a cabdriver fatally stabbed a fare accused of defrauding him, and they’re searching for another rider who was dropped off shortly before the stabbing.

Santa should have smooth ride through Southern Nevada skies

Santa should have no problem delivering presents to Las Vegans on his “nice” list tonight, as it’s perfect flying weather with all clear skies in the forecast.

Woman dies in Henderson apartment fire

A woman died early Saturday morning in a fire at her Henderson apartment. The Henderson Fire Department responded to the blaze at Galleria Palms Apartments near Stephanie Street and Sunset Road about 1:45 a.m. Saturday to find a couch on fire and the woman unconscious, a department statement said.

Resale Homes Report: Existing homes sold: Dec. 2-8

Editor’s note: Listings include the resale home’s parcel number. Occasionally, the address listed is the homebuyer’s mailing address and not the actual location of the home. Check the parcel number to make sure. Also, a few transactions do not reflect the market value of the homes.

Security company selected for proving ground

Federal officials have picked a successor to a firm that used to have the job to again provide security at the vast national nuclear proving ground in Nevada.

Local product Jackson finds range, ignites No. 6 Baylor

Pierre Jackson knew he was a better player than he showed in his return to Las Vegas on Thursday. So he essentially sought and received a reprieve Friday.

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Tale of courtroom romance hard to unravel

Advice to couples with conflicts: Don’t pick a fight with someone who can launch a grand jury probe and subpoena your texts and emails.