Nation takes notice of Smith Center, Las Vegas’ cultural gem

Most performing arts centers “would kill to have one PBS special,” notes Myron Martin, president of The Smith Center for the Performing Arts. “We’re 4 months old, and we’re already doing our second.”

Henderson edges Edgar, retains title at UFC 150

DENVER – Benson Henderson retained the Ultimate Fighting Championship lightweight title with a split decision over Frankie Edgar in the main event of UFC 150 at the Pepsi Center on Saturday night.

Chimp recaptured after second Las Vegas escape

For the second time in almost a month, CJ, a female chimpanzee, escaped from her enclosure shortly before 5 p.m. Saturday, tying up Las Vegas police and the city’s animal control for more than an hour in the northwest valley.

Analysis: Ryan pick for VP clarifies voters’ choices

Mitt Romney’s pick of Rep. Paul Ryan for the Republican presidential ticket brings clarity to the stark election-year choice for voters — the competing Democratic and GOP visions about the size and role of the federal government in Americans’ lives.

Union Pacific train derails in North Las Vegas

Union Pacific Railroad was set to clean up a small amount of potentially hazardous materials that leaked from a couple of tankers after a train derailed in North Las Vegas early Saturday morning.

Escape attempt linked to Guy Fieri’s Lamborghini

SAN RAFAEL, Calif. – At least two suspects tried to break into a Marin County juvenile detention facility in what investigators believe was unsuccessful attempt to free a teenager accused of stealing a celebrity chef’s Lamborghini, authorities said Friday.