Officials ID man found dead near Colorado River

Authorities have identified a 26-year-old North Las Vegas man whose body was found during a weekend heat wave in a desert area near Nelson’s Landing on the Colorado River.

Another ordeal for Newtown: Divvying up donations

HARTFORD, Conn.— More than six months after losing loved ones in the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School, families say dealing with questions over how to distribute the millions of dollars sent to help Newtown heal is instead causing them more pain.

Summerlin servicemen provide a glimpse into military life

They put their lives on the line for their country. In honor of the Fourth of July, View looks at what it’s like to be in the military and how it affects one’s life.

Lady Liberty reopening July 4, months after Sandy

Months after Superstorm Sandy swamped her little island, the Statue of Liberty will finally welcome visitors again on Independence Day.

NSA leaker Snowden hits hurdles in search for asylum

MOSCOW — NSA leaker Edward Snowden’s best chance of finding refuge outside the United States may hinge on the president of Venezuela, who was in Moscow on Tuesday meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Heartache inspired songs, Pickler says

Kellie Pickler tells me she never had a “real man” until she met her husband. In fact, she was so mistreated in previous relationships, her exes inspired her to sing a lot of songs.

Erin Bilbray-Kohn announces run for Congress

WASHINGTON — Erin Bilbray-Kohn, a Las Vegas political trainer and daughter of a former U.S. lawmaker, launched her own campaign for Congress on Monday.

Friendly? Not these Mexican rivals

It’s just another preseason tuneup. But as far as Luis Michel is concerned, the El Super Clasico match between Chivas Guadalajara and Club America might as well be the real thing.

How to keep your health up and costs down

No matter your age, you can help keep your body healthy and your money out of the health care system by eating right, exercising and avoiding habits that contribute to chronic illness. Having the appropriate insurance may also help your bottom line more than you think. Follow this guide to see if you have what you need at various stages in life.

Like fine wine, life gets better with age: Life lessons learned from a master winemaker

The things you pick up from past generations go well beyond how to catch a baseball and grill the perfect burger – even though those things are important. Traditions and lessons learned from fathers, grandfathers and even friends can be the most important in your life – they’ll shape who you are and how you live, as long as you live. And if you haven’t had the opportunity to ask your elders what they would choose to impart, there’s no time like the present.

How to make working at home work

Working at home is a growing popular trend. The 2010 U.S. Census reports 9.5 percent of the population spends at least one day a week working at home – an increase of more than 2 percent since 1997. Technology is making it easier for employees and self-employed workers to set up a home office and conduct business.

Driving with dogs: Tips to keep everyone in the car safe

It’s only natural for man’s best friend to stay close by his master’s side, but for dog owners who drive frequently, bringing Fido along for the ride can be risky. The problem is particularly worrisome for older drivers; a recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Alabama at Birmingham showed that for people 70 years and older, crash rates were higher among those who frequently drove with pets in the car. But for many drivers, leaving precious pets behind isn’t an option. The best compromise is to find solutions that will get you from point A to point B without compromising the safety of human or animal passengers.

Thomas Roberts named Catholic Charities CEO

Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada on Monday announced Thomas A. Roberts as its new president and chief operating officer.

Quality teachers: Schools must look beyond education colleges

Last month, the National Council on Teacher Quality released its first comprehensive review of U.S. colleges of education. The study, as reported by The Wall Street Journal, assigned ratings for more than 1,200 programs at 608 institutions, which account for 72 percent of education graduates across the nation.

Las Vegan Pochiro taken in NHL Draft

Las Vegan Zach Pochiro was drafted in the fourth round of Sunday’s NHL Draft — the 112th pick overall — by the St. Louis Blues.

Ex-NBA player Jerome Williams in line for Findlay Prep job

Jerome Williams has turned down multiple job offers from the NBA since he retired as a player in 2005. But the idea of leading a prep school basketball powerhouse has piqued the interest of the former first-round pick.

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