Nevada Supreme Court considers $9 million judgment in Crazy Horse Too assault

A Las Vegas attorney representing a Kansas man who became a quadriplegic after an altercation at the Crazy Horse Too in 2001 asked the Nevada Supreme Court on Tuesday to uphold a $9 million judgment against former topless club owner Rick Rizzolo.

Police: Las Vegas teacher lied to investigators about missing teen

A teacher arrested Friday and charged with kidnapping, child abuse, contributing to the delinquency of a minor and obstruction had a social media connection to the teenager involved in the case, Henderson and school district police said.

Caesars completes sale of Macau golf course property

Caesars Entertainment Corp. has completed the sale of its Macau golf course property to an Asian development company for a total sales price of $438 million.

Is it rude to ask guests to take their shoes off?

In Michigan, you’re expected to leave snowy boots in the mudroom before going inside. In Alaska, boots are taken off in “Arctic entries.” In Japan, Thailand and many other countries, you wouldn’t dream of entering a home with your shoes on, regardless of the season.

Nevada housing stability earns C grade from state department

The state Department of Business & Industry gave the Silver State a C on its third quarter Housing Stability Index. That grade might not overwhelm you, but it shows steady progress.

Stolen motorcycle found 46 years after theft

Authorities say a Nebraska man is getting his motorcycle back — 46 years after it was stolen from his backyard.

 
Award-winning chef Charlie Trotter found dead at Chicago home

Award-winning chef Charlie Trotter has died, a year after closing his eponymous Chicago restaurant that is credited with elevating the city’s cuisine. Trotter ran two restaurants in Las Vegas between 1994 and 2010.

 
Sochi Winter Olympics torch headed into space

The 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics torch will be sent to the International Space Station on board a Russian spacecraft this week and astronauts will then carry it outside the station.

Study: 8.8 billion Earth-size, just-right planets

Space is vast, but it may not be so lonely after all: A study finds the Milky Way is teeming with billions of planets that are about the size of Earth, orbit stars just like our sun, and exist in the Goldilocks zone — not too hot and not too cold for life.

AEG, MGM Resorts International offer first look at arena on Las Vegas Strip

Arena partners AEG and MGM Resorts International unveiled renderings Monday of their $350 million, 20,000-seat venue on the Strip, showing exterior images evoking the Strip’s high energy and bright lights as well as Southern Nevada’s scenic mountains and desert.

 
Google building secret structure in the San Francisco Bay

San Francisco’s mayor says he doesn’t know what it is. Police say it’s not their jurisdiction. And government inspectors are sworn to secrecy about Google’s four-story structure in the heart of the San Francisco Bay being built on docked barges.

Tribal casinos’ revenue grew during recession

Even as the economy emerged from the deepest recession in decades, Indian casinos increased revenue, according to a recent report.

Like Gillespie, Wheeler should admit his mistake

Political comedy writers across the country surely are considering sending Assemblyman Jim Wheeler, R-Gardnerville, notes of gratitude after the language mangler managed to express a willingness to vote to bring back slavery if that’s what his constituents desired.

 
N.J. mall shooting suspect dead from self-inflicted gunshot wound

A 20-year-old gunman intent on dying fired multiple shots inside New Jersey’s largest shopping mall, trapping hundreds of customers and employees for hours as police scoured stores for the shooter, who was found dead early Tuesday of a self-inflicted wound, authorities said. There were no other injuries.

Hollywood plotlines will be tools to educate public on health care overhaul

The health care overhaul might get a Hollywood rewrite. A private foundation is providing a $500,000 grant so TV writers will have information about the Affordable Care Act stitched into plot lines watched by millions.

Comedian Lewis Black: Nonvoters lose right to bitch

Mirage headliner Lewis Black has a bipartisan message for “all 10 people who are voting” in today’s off-year elections around America.

Three easy holiday shopping strategies

Thanksgiving comes late this year, which means a shorter-than-usual holiday shopping season. If you’re not the type to buy gifts throughout the year, getting an early start on holiday shopping can help ensure you have enough time to find gifts for everyone on your list – and perhaps, most importantly, save money. Here are three things to do now to save money and time this holiday season.

Girls’ night: Tips to take you from primp to party

Girls’ night out is a rite of passage, a time to celebrate friendships and embrace life. Preparing for a big night on the town is often as much fun as the actual outing. Creating the perfect environment for primping is an essential piece of the plan – whether hitting the hottest club or checking out the trendiest new restaurant, a girl knows she has to look good and be in the right mood. Follow these tips for the perfect primping party.

Easy ways to improve your pet’s quality of life

Pet ownership is more than just a privilege – it is a responsibility. While pet owners spend ample time and money purchasing elaborate outfits, accessories and toys for their pets, what truly matters is when owners take the initiative to install healthy habits and routines that enhance their pets’ lives.

Restaurants offer careers outside the norm

America’s restaurant and foodservice industry provides jobs and careers for 13 million people – 10 percent of our nation’s workforce. While restaurants serve as a stepping stone for many – one in three Americans got their first job experience in a restaurant – it’s also an industry of tremendous opportunity, where individuals of all backgrounds are given the opportunity to move up the ladder and succeed. In fact, 80 percent of restaurant owners began their careers as hourly workers in the industry.

Community impact: Resetting the perceptions of public housing

Food, water, shelter – all basic human needs. But for millions of Americans, having a secure place to call home is financially out of reach, even if they work full-time. From veteran to teacher to single mom, public housing helps 2.2 million people throughout the country, with half a million more on waiting lists. Despite providing a critical resource to communities, there’s still a negative stigma associated with public housing. Here’s what you need to know.

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