Report: Nevada’s wealthiest stand to lose $1.8 billion

Nevada’s wealthiest households stand to lose as much as $1.8 billion annually because of recent changes in federal tax policy, according to the latest High Net Worth Report released by The Private Bank by Nevada State Bank.

Man struck by truck, killed in Pahrump

PAHRUMP — A 70-year-old Ohio man is dead after being struck by a pickup truck in Pahrump.

Carson City motorcyclist killed in crash on Geiger Grade

RENO — The Nevada Highway Patrol says a motorcyclist has been killed after he tried to pass a car in a no passing zone on the winding mountain highway connecting Reno to Virginia City.

Hualapai being led astray by council

I’m very proud of the Grand Canyon Skywalk, a magnificent, translucent, horseshoe-shaped bridge that extends 70 feet out and over the west rim of the Grand Canyon. I built this extraordinary tourist destination as an economic development tool and jobs engine for the Hualapai Tribe. The Hualapai are wonderful people who, unfortunately, have been led astray by a handful of misinformed individuals on the Tribal Council and their hired lawyers.

Leukemia movies omit final scenes

The Hollywood treatment of a childhood bout with leukemia, one that makes your tears flow in the movie theater or living room, often involves a seriously ill boy or girl whose wise physician uses all the therapies at his command to bring the youngster back to cheerful good health.

Dealing with crowded schools: A growing problem for Clark County

At least three and possibly as many as 11 elementary schools in the southwest valley will move to year-round schedules this fall to alleviate overcrowding so severe that as many as 20 portable classrooms are now needed at some campuses.

UNLV injuries create openings

UNLV’s spring football practices might be notable for who’s not available, but their absences also make these drills even more important for the Rebels.

Political Eye: Berkley plotting her next move

Former Rep. Shelley Berkley said she is weighing two job opportunities but might not decide for a few more months what path to follow after a 14-year career in Congress.

Loaded words complicate gun debate

Battlefield Vegas, the indoor gun range just a short shot from the Strip, doesn’t quiz customers about their stance on gun control.

Brooks neglects constituents

CARSON CITY — Assemblyman Steven Brooks might soon suffer the ultimate political loss if he is found unfit for office by his peers, but he isn’t the only victim of his own recent erratic behavior.