Longhorn takes seat, then sparks rout of Chaparral

Deshaun Hilliard walked toward the bench midway through the first quarter and asked Legacy boys basketball coach Jack Tarango why he was being substituted.

Jessie Magdaleno revamps team in bid for title shot

Everything appears to be in place for Las Vegan Jessie Magdaleno to make a serious run at a world title fight in the next two years.

Aztecs’ defense picks up 11-point win over UNLV

Xavier Thames scored 18 points and No. 10 San Diego State used its defense to shut down UNLV in a 63-52 win at Viejas Arena.

FCC member studies Texas 911 dialing case

A Texas grandfather’s initiative to allow hotel guests to dial 911 without having to press 9 first — spurred by his granddaughter’s inability to call for help when her mother was stabbed to death — has prompted a federal official to reach out to major hotels.

Bald eagles flying to Lake Mead in big numbers this year

Though their numbers are down a bit this year, bald eagles by the dozens continue to flock to Lake Mead National Recreation Area to wait out the winter.

Lady Rebels whip Aztecs for fourth straight victory

Danielle Miller, Mia Bell and Alana Cesarz combined for 56 points to lead the UNLV women’s basketball team to a 74-59 Mountain West victory over San Diego State on Saturday night at Cox Pavilion.

Parade to again bring Martin Luther King spirit to Las Vegas

Even though it has seen changes over its 32 years, Las Vegas’ Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade on Monday retains its original spirit and commitment to honor the civil rights leader’s legacy.

Washington Digest: Congress approves $1 trillion budget

Congress approved a $1 trillion spending bill last week, striking a bipartisan deal that ensures the federal government will remain open through September.

Christie faces GOP donors following bridge scandal

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie faces one of his first major tests since his backyard political scandal erupted: reassuring top Republican donors that he has taken steps to address allegations of political payback in his home state and that he remains a viable presidential contender for the party’s establishment.

A view from the hacks, without the gossipy bits

Before the last Winter Olympic Games in Vancouver, British Columbia, the only curling match I ever had witnessed featured John, Paul, George and Ringo in the Beatles’ movie “Help.” After one of the curling stones was rigged with a bomb — George called it a “fiendish thingy” — and Beatles-movie type hilarity ensued, I don’t recall who won, only that the Beatles sang “Ticket to Ride” or one of those songs from the soundtrack.

Nevada wildlife panel reviews bear hunting season

A panel reviewing Nevada’s controversial bear hunting season has been told the long-term viability of Nevada’s black bear population “appears favorable.”

A museum for everything: Pigeons roost in Oklahoma City

Bird lovers from across the country flocked to Oklahoma City to celebrate a competition and revamped museum dedicated to the unlikeliest of feathered creatures: the pigeon.

Sandoval among Nevada money leaders in 2014 races

If the old adage that money talk proves true this year, then there are a lot of well-known Nevada politicians who won’t be happy following the Nov. 4 election.

Afghanistan attack deadliest of war for foreign civilians

A Taliban attack against a popular Kabul restaurant killed 21 people, authorities said Saturday, making it the deadliest single attack against foreign civilians in the course of a nearly 13-year U.S.-led war there now approaching its end.

‘Winning’ emphasis behind NASCAR’s proposed changes

A 16-driver championship field that would be whittled down to create a winner-take-all season finale is among radical changes reportedly being considered by NASCAR.

Special Las Vegas Mass to be given Sunday for migrants, refugees

Las Vegas Valley residents of all faiths are invited to celebrate a special Mass for the 100th annual World Day of Migrants and Refugees at the Guardian Angel Cathedral at 2:30 p.m. Sunday.

You’ll find them near the footlights

Septuagenarian community theater buffs Dave and Liz Dameron are getting the word out: Las Vegas community theater is the best show in town. They should know, they saw every show that opened on the local stage this past fall, 33 in all.

With spring coming, it’s time to prune

We might be in the dead of our winter, but it’s time to do the heavy pruning on your trees and shrubs for this season. These essential functions are critical for those who value their plants and want to keep them nice.

Jets quarterback kicked off flight after argument

New York Jets quarterback Geno Smith was ordered off a flight in Los Angeles on Friday for failing to comply with a flight attendant’s request to stop talking on his cellphone, according to multiple reports.

Making us lie down a prelude to our eventual death

I’m trying to enjoy my burrito supreme from Taco Bell while watching the back of Colin Kaepernick’s jersey as he runs away from Green Bay Packers toward another back-breaking first down. This effort in contradiction makes me irritable, and my fit of pique spills out to my Aussie shepherd, Kelly the Wonder Dog.

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