Council takes dim view of new streetlights

Less than two years after launching a $21 million effort to replace more than 40,000 streetlights in Las Vegas, Mayor Carolyn Goodman and others on the City Council are suffering buyers’ remorse.

Utah suspect in Elko arrow shooting arrested again

A Utah man has been arrested twice since he was released from jail earlier in November following his previous arrest in connection with the shooting of a man with a bow and arrow at a homeless camp in Elko.

Mentors crucial to Northwestern coach

Chris Collins knew that his calling in basketball probably would be as a coach. So when Northwestern selected Collins to replace Bill Carmody in March, no one should have been surprised.

Beautifying by brushstroke: Artists paint utility boxes near Desert Breeze

Not all art is found in museums. The Zap! Project, which was created as part of the Las Vegas Centennial celebration, brings public art into the suburbs. The newest effort, Zap 5, is in the area of the Desert Breeze Community Center, 8275 Spring Mountain Road, and utilizes utility boxes. They have been taken from a drab gray to sport colorful renderings by local artists.

 
Pope issues mission statement to Church

Pope Francis denounced the global financial system that excludes the poor as he issued the mission statement for his papacy on Tuesday, saying he wants the Catholic Church to get its hands dirty as it seeks to bring solace and mercy to society’s outcasts.

Giants less of a mess than Redskins, figure to cover

It’s that time when adversity sets in, hope disappears and some NFL teams get torn apart while facing the certainty of a losing year. But coach Tom Coughlin is not going to allow any of that nonsense to wreck the New York Giants, at least not yet.

Dive Bars: Tavern is toast of regulars

There are plenty of locals who have made 4 Mile Bar their second home. The dimly lit venue lacks pool tables but serves drinks for less than $3.

Deep brain stimulation surgery helps some Parkinson’s patients

Two years ago, Kip Smith frequently couldn’t sleep more than 30 minutes a night. No matter what he did, he couldn’t keep his legs from trembling or escape the spasms that jerked him awake.

Health ‘navigators’ see inconsistent performance from federal exchange

The Obama administration has said the government’s troubled healthcare.gov website will function smoothly by the end of Saturday. Those paid to help enroll Americans in Obamacare remain doubtful.

Navajo Code Talker says Redskins name not a slur

A leader of the Navajo Code Talkers who appeared at a Washington Redskins home football game said Wednesday the team name is a symbol of loyalty and courage — not a slur as asserted by critics who want it changed.

Man turns to comics collection to help fight rare illness

It could be a plot from a classic comic book: A mild-mannered boy with the good Spidey sense to treat his comics like priceless manuscripts grows into a man who must use the valuable collection to fight his greatest foe, a rare disease threatening to rob him of his ability to walk.

Rakoczy eager to seize ‘TUF’ opportunity

When Season 18 of “The Ultimate Fighter” began, it would have been difficult to find anyone picking Jessica Rakoczy to win the women’s tournament on the reality TV show.

 
Scottish police: 8 dead in police helicopter crash onto pub

Scottish authorities raised the death toll to eight people Saturday in the crash of a police helicopter into a crowded Glasgow pub, stressing that a rescue and recovery operation is ongoing and it is unclear what they will find when the aircraft’s wreckage is moved.

Aztecs can fill role as No. 2 rival for Rebels on the gridiron

It never will, and shouldn’t, reach the level of intensity that is UNLV-UNR each fall, but perhaps by borrowing a page from their basketball programs, UNLV and San Diego State football also can discover a happy medium of disgust that only a true rivalry can offer.

US marijuana legalization push’s biggest donor dies

With the death of Cleveland billionaire and philanthropist Peter B. Lewis, the push for relaxed U.S. marijuana laws lost its most generous supporter. That’s left supporters wondering what comes next.

Teacher of the Month: Be an example

Earth science teacher Megan Krier leaves her classroom once a day to meet with Western High School’s student council in a back room that serves as a graveyard for canceled programs.

Performers helping children with cancer

When you walk into Johanna Sapakie’s living room, you are greeted by a jungle-gym-sized twist of metal hanging from the ceiling — and she performs on it, dancing in the air.

Elvis items featured at Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Old-time Elvis Presley fans and lots of newer, younger ones flocked to a new exhibit at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum Friday to see his stylish ID bracelet, custom-made motorcycle, eye-catching rings and military mementos.

Ohio governor: Avoid using letter ‘M’

Gov. John Kasich wants Ohioans to avoid using the dreaded letter “M” on Saturday when No. 3 Ohio State faces archrival Michigan.

Christmas crush commences at shops around Las Vegas

Christmas decorations, including plush snowmen in red and green suits, lined the sale’s entrance. Behind them, other holiday decor was displayed atop boxes and tables, giving way to clothing and household appliances.

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