Graded stakes on agenda as Breeders’ Cup draws near

As if you hadn’t seen enough drama last weekend, this weekend offers up 20 more graded stakes. Included are eight Grade 1 races as racing’s super stars prepare for the Breeders’ Cup at Santa Anita Park on Nov. 1 and 2.

Gorman embraces underdog role vs. nation’s top team

Bishop Gorman football coach Tony Sanchez has noticed something different around campus this week as his team prepares to face the nation’s No. 1 team.

Wranglers give Bryzgalov place to shine

Counting former coach Glen Gulutzan, a dozen players have suited up for the Wranglers before making their NHL debut.

EDITORIAL: Obamacare sticker shock

Tuesday’s rollout of Obamacare exchanges was an information-technology disaster. Glitches ruled the day at the federal government’s HealthCare.gov website and various state exchanges, in many cases denying users the ability to even see what insurance plans are available.

Mo5aic, longtime opening act for George Wallace, back in a Vegas venue

There are two versions of how the a cappella quintet Mo5aic came to be. But because George Wallace is George Wallace, his story is funnier than the real one. “I call ’em my kids,” the comedian says of his former opening act.

‘Dancing Queen’ keeping disco alive

The new disco-Abba tribute “Dancing Queen” made me realize Las Vegas no longer forces me to spend a lot of time thinking about camp, and whether it’s better when it’s knowing or unintentional.

Wilson Phillips holding on at Eastside Cannery

October is quite the month for Wilsons in Las Vegas. Brian is headed here Oct. 18, and his daughters pave the way Saturday.

Be bold, courageous with We Came as Romans

“Why do I feel so alone?” We Came As Romans frontman Kyle Pavone asks on the first track from the band’s latest disc, “Tracing Back Roots.”

Twitter is conduit for info in sports betting

Sharp sports bettors are always seeking an edge. What was considered “inside information” in decades past is now often available to the public instantaneously.

Pennywise returning to House of Blues

Hard-hitting punks Pennywise return to the House of Blues at Mandalay Bay on Nov. 23. Tickets are $30 in advance, $33 day of show and go on sale at 10 a.m. Saturday at the House of Blues box office, 3950 Las Vegas Blvd. South, and Ticketmaster outlets.

Spotlight: New American dining, Oct. 4

Each week Neon spotlights a different cuisine in the dining guide, with New American restaurants this week.

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