Economist Allan Meltzer to speak to the Economic Club of Las Vegas

The Economic Club of Las Vegas, a group of academics, politicians and business leaders, will host its first event on Thursday and feature Dr. Allan Meltzer, an economics professor with Carnegie Mellon University and expert on monetary policy.

Nevada justices hear term limits case in Reno mayor race

The slate of potential candidates for Reno mayor was in the hands Tuesday of the Nevada Supreme Court to decide whether current or former City Council members who are barred from re-election by term limits are eligible to run for mayor.

Former Virginia governor, wife indicted on corruption charges

Former Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell and his wife were indicted Tuesday on corruption charges after a monthslong federal investigation into gifts the Republican received from a political donor.

Heller hears complaints about Obamacare at Las Vegas round table

U.S. Sen. Dean Heller said he heard a lot of complaints Tuesday about how difficult it is to sign up for health care insurance in Nevada under the new law and how some policies are too costly, especially for young people who are healthy.

Las Vegas police seek pair of business robbers

Las Vegas police sought the public’s help Tuesday in finding two men they believe robbed a business at gunpoint on Jan. 13.

Putting NSA leaker Snowden on trial could be awkward for U.S.

Putting former NSA contractor Edward Snowden on trial for leaking U.S. surveillance information could be an awkward public spectacle for the Obama administration.

 
Belichick says Welker’s ‘deliberate’ hit caused injury

Patriots coach Bill Belichick says Denver Broncos receiver Wes Welker — a former star in New England — tried to “take out” defensive back Aqib Talib on a play that changed the course of Sunday’s NFL playoff game.

Albertsons to close one store in Las Vegas, another in Henderson

Two Las Vegas-area Albertsons stores will close on or around Feb. 20. The stores at 2650 W. Horizon Ridge Parkway in Henderson and at 2575 S. Maryland Parkway will close along with an Albertsons in Albuquerque, N.M., and Phoenix.

 
1 dead after shooting on Purdue campus

Police have a person in custody following a reported shooting at Purdue University in Indiana.

 
ACLU sues Utah over gay marriage benefits

The American Civil Liberties Union has sued the state of Utah over the issue of gay marriage, saying the official decision to stop granting benefits for newly married same-sex couples has created wrenching uncertainty.

Contemporary Arts Center to launch art classes for children

The Contemporary Arts Center recently moved from its longtime location in The Arts Factory, 107 E. Charleston Blvd., to a space in Alios, a lighting company at 1217 S. Main St. The gallery has long been known for cutting-edge, challenging art, but at age 25, the CAC is adding the pitter-patter of little feet.

Dr. King deserves valleywide recognition

On Monday, the nation marks a federal holiday in Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s honor. It’s long past time to fully embrace King’s great legacy by spreading his namesake boulevard across our valley.

New trial sought for boy executed in 1944, prosecutor says not necessary

A 14-year-old black boy executed nearly 70 years ago is getting another day in court, and his lawyers plan to argue Tuesday for a new trial, saying his conviction was tainted by the segregationist-era justice system and scant evidence.

St. Pierre rattles UFC’s cage; White comes out swinging

Just a few weeks ago, UFC president Dana White said he planned on respecting former welterweight champion Georges St. Pierre’s request for space as he continues his hiatus from the sport.

‘One third of us is missing’

The sad story making the news rounds today is pretty simple: Since Roe v. Wade, some 55 million abortions have been performed.

 
Cyclist: Driver unaware I was stuck in windshield

A Wisconsin man who became lodged in the windshield of a car that struck him said he turned to the driver and said, “Hello, I’m the guy you hit on the bicycle.”

After stopping Gretzky’s pucks, delivering yuks is Peet’s game

Before he was a stand-up comic — and before he was the voice of Muddy Mudskipper and Albert the Foul-Mouthed Bass on the “Ren & Stimpy Show” — Harris Peet was employed by the Los Angeles Kings. As a practice/emergency goalie. During the Gretzky years.

For comedian Behar, Christie is the new Bush

I told Joy Behar a lot of fans will go see her Friday-Saturday at The Orleans just to find out what she has to say about politics because they miss her on “The View.”

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