Colorado ushers in new law with midnight unions

DENVER — The first gay couple granted a civil union in Colorado said their vows before hundreds of people early Wednesday morning at a downtown Denver municipal building, where eager couples and members of the public gathered to celebrate the first legal unions.

Newtown victim’s daughter confronts senator over gun control vote

WARREN, N.H. — A woman whose mother was killed in last year’s school shooting in Newtown, Conn., confronted Sen. Kelly Ayotte Tuesday during the senator’s first public appearance in New Hampshire since voting against gun control legislation.

Baseball, brothers make for memories

I no longer have a telephone at the office. I have a telephone line. I’m like Jeff Lynne from Electric Light Orchestra.

FDA lowers age for buyers of Plan B pill to 15

WASHINGTON — In a surprise twist to the decade-plus effort to ease access to morning-after pills, the government is lowering the age limit to 15 for one brand – Plan B One-Step – and will let it be sold over the counter.

Monster hurricane watch at Saturn’s North Pole

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — NASA’s Cassini spacecraft has captured stunning views of a monster hurricane at Saturn’s North Pole.

Response to patient dumping evolves

At least the mental patients were put on a bus. On Monday, two state mental health workers were thrown beneath it.

Four simple tips to better hearing

Staying socially active and engaged with friends and family is important as people age, and hearing well is crucial to making that happen. New research shows that hearing loss is associated not only with a range of physical problems, but also mental health problems such as social isolation and even dementia.

Five questions to ask before hiring a real estate agent

Want to sell your property quickly? Looking for your dream house? Are you hoping to get the best deal possible during the complex process of buying or selling a home? With so much money – and often, emotion – at stake, going it alone is generally not the best way to reach your goals. The secret for getting exactly what you want: Work with a savvy real estate agent.

Three must-have features to add to your backyard this summer

Is your backyard ready for bliss this summer? You probably look forward to spending as much time outdoors as possible during warmer months. Here are three must-have backyard features that can keep your outdoor time comfortable, enjoyable and luxurious, no matter the time of day or night.

Correspondents event draws locals

A handful of Las Vegans were among the 2,700 attendees at the White House Correspondents Dinner on Saturday in Washington, D.C.

Five super nutrients that help you age well

Parents often use the adage “You are what you eat!” to encourage children to make healthy food choices, but the saying is equally true for mature adults. Providing your body with a variety of nutrients lets you feel your best, and may even prevent disease and help you live longer. Consider these five super nutrients for your diet.

Impromptu party planning: How to create great gatherings in 30 minutes or less

Parents have never been more crunched for time. Balancing work demands with parental duties is complex – 56 percent of working moms and 50 percent of working dads say they find it very or somewhat difficult to balance these responsibilities, according to a 2013 report about modern parenthood from the Pew Research Center. But just because you’re time strapped doesn’t mean you need to stress when it comes time to host after-school activities or weekend gatherings with friends and family. With a few key strategies, even impromptu parties are a snap to pull together.

Dig This plans to expand to Orlando, Atlanta

A Las Vegas recreational business that makes money from customers operating construction equipment and sculpting earth for fun is expanding to the Orlando, Fla., and Atlanta markets.

Share prices up double digits for Boyd, Pinnacle

Regional casino operators Boyd Gaming Corp. and Pinnacle Entertainment experienced double-digit increases in their average daily share price during April.

LAS VEGAS 51S 10, RENO ACES 2

■ WINNING/LOSING PITCHER: 51s, Zack Wheeler (1-1); Aces, Garrett Mock (2-1)

Las Vegas stifles Silverado

It was only fitting that Silverado’s sprinkler system turned on just as Las Vegas pitcher Jerome Byndloss was putting the finishing touches on his shutout of the Skyhawks on Tuesday.

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