Sheldon Adelson successfully chased those pesky Internet brats off his lawn.
ANCHORAGE, Alaska — A heat wave hitting Alaska may not rival the blazing heat of Phoenix or Las Vegas, but to residents of the 49th state, the days of hot weather feel like a stifling oven — or a tropical paradise.
UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. — Danielle Bradbery has “The Voice” — and the microphone-holding trophy to match.
NEW YORK — Jackhammers are digging under a New York City house once occupied by a famous gangster who is said to have buried victims in familiar places.
People might have been wondering whether the weather would relent, and as we head into the official days of summer, the brief respite has appeared.
TRENTON, N.J. — If doctors and patients used prescription drugs more wisely, they could save the U.S. health care system at least $213 billion a year, by reducing medication overuse, underuse and other flaws in care that cause complications and longer, more-expensive treatments, researchers conclude.
Apparently, Men’s Wearhouse Inc. doesn’t like the way its founder looks anymore.
In a terse release issued Wednesday, Men’s Wearhouse said it has fired the face of the company and its executive chairman, George Zimmer, who appeared in many of its TV commercials with the slogan “You’re going to like the way you look. I guarantee it.”
A man was killed Wednesday morning after his bicycle collided with a tractor-trailer, according to Nevada Highway Patrol.
A bill introduced Wednesday in Congress would extend a tax break for homeowners who obtain mortgage modifications or complete short sales for their homes.
Las Vegas police have officially adopted Motorola Solutions as the department’s new radio provider.
RENO — Washoe County deputies are investigating after some students at a Catholic high school in Reno ingested an illegal substance at a “Safe and Sober” graduation party.
Warner Bros. has enlisted Christian-focused firm Grace Hill Media to promote “Man of Steel” to faith-based groups by inviting them to early screenings and creating trailers that highlight the film’s religious themes.
Richard, a spirited 90-year-old with a life-limiting disease, is graduating from hospice after a recent hip fracture. Who knew people could graduate from hospice without dying? There is much more to hospice care than just the last few days of a person’s life.
OAKLAND TOWNSHIP, Mich. — A search of a rural field in suburban Detroit has failed to turn up the remains of former Teamsters union leader Jimmy Hoffa, an FBI agent announced Wednesday as authorities ended the dig.
Nevada has received a federal homeland security grant of $3.46 million, an increase over last year of nearly $700,000, the state Department of Public Safety announced Tuesday.
Clark County officials want to give up the county’s 4.12 acres at Lee Meadows in the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area. In exchange, they want the title to Camp Lee Canyon from the U.S. Forest Service.
After five months and three public reviews of police-related fatalities, Clark County commissioners are generally pleased with how the county’s new public fatality fact-finding review process works.
It wasn’t even a softball question. It was more of the T-ball persuasion. The judge set it up so nicely for her, 40 percent of “women are the primary earners, yet they continue to earn less than men. What does this say about society?”
Children often learn by example. They grow up watching Mom and Dad’s behaviors, learning at a very early age how to mimic their elders. In school, the examples shown by peers help to develop children, both academically and socially.
Outdoor living spaces cry out for an eco-friendly touch. Whether you’re adding a patio, updating a deck or livening up your landscaping, the last thing you want to do is harm the environment. If you’re planning some outdoor decorating or renovating this summer, here are some tips to make your exterior living spaces green and inviting.
Ah, the hot days of summer when a neighborhood lemonade stand is the perfect place to buy – or sell – a cold, refreshing drink. While a lemonade stand is a classic summer activity for kids and their parents, it’s also a great way to help teach children about earning money, building community and expressing creativity.
Peas, carrots, broccoli and spinach … some kids love vegetables, but many do not. We know that veggies provide nourishment, especially for growing children, but getting your kids to eat healthier can be a challenge. Luckily, there are plenty of creative ways to increase the amount of veggies in your kids’ diets. Here are five tips to get the little ones in your life to eat – and even enjoy – their vegetables.
The seasons affect everything we wear, eat and feel – including the scents we choose. When weather warms, Americans turn to lighter scents in everything from body lotions and perfumes to clothing fabric softeners. If you’re looking for a way to lighten up your scents for summer, here are a few tips.