Seth Meyers debuts as new host of ‘Late Night’ Monday

The last piece of NBC’s big talk-show turnover will fall into place Monday when Seth Meyers debuts as host of “Late Night.” Meyers is filling the vacancy left by Jimmy Fallon after five years hosting “Late Night.”

Drug lord Joaquin ‘El Chapo’ Guzman formally charged

Drug kingpin Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman has been formally charged with violations of Mexico’s drug-trafficking laws, starting a legal process that makes swift extradition to the U.S. unlikely, Mexican officials said Monday.

Waffle Taco coming to a Taco Bell near you

Taco Bell hopes to rival McDonald’s breakfast menu with the Waffle Taco… and some other stuff.

Henderson/Anthem Neighborhood News for Feb. 25-March 3, 2014

Henderson/Anthem neighborhood news highlights this week include a Ward 1 Neighborhood Connection meeting, Spread the Word Nevada’s new Neighborhood Builders grant and Leadership Henderson’s annual fundraiser.

Things to do in Henderson/Anthem Feb. 25-March 3, 2014

Find fun things to do in and near the Henderson area. Highlights this week include the 11th Annual Black History Celebration & Gospel Fest United through Song, Henderson Symphony Orchestra’s Young Adults Concert and a reception for the “Reflections of the Ebony Guys, Dolls & Techs” photo exhibit.

Las Vegas ranked as Nevada’s No. 4 most livable city

Among all Nevada’s cities, Las Vegas ranks No. 4 on a real estate firm’s best places to live in the state, according to a new study. Incline Village took the top spot.

Safe travels, Harold Ramis

Just about every movie I think worth rewatching these days came via the genius of Harold Ramis.

Large turnout expected on Mohegan Sun casino proposal

BOSTON — A large voter turnout is anticipated in Revere on Tuesday for a referendum that will decide whether Mohegan Sun can move forward with its proposal to build a $1.3 billion resort casino on land owned by the Suffolk Downs thoroughbred racetrack.

 
Comedy actor, director Harold Ramis dies

Comedy actor, director and writer Harold Ramis has died at his suburban Chicago home. He is best known for his roles in comedies such as “Ghostbusters” and “Stripes.”

 
Paramedic delivers own baby in restaurant parking lot

A North Carolina paramedic recently delivered his own baby in the parking lot of a fast food restaurant after realizing there wasn’t enough time to make it to the hospital.

 
Ukraine issues arrest warrant for fugitive president

Ukraine’s acting government issued an arrest warrant Monday for President Viktor Yanukovych, accusing him of mass crimes against the protesters who stood up for months against his rule. Russia sharply questioned its authority, calling it an “armed mutiny.”

Missouri students duel until there are no words left to spell

After 19 rounds in a Missouri county’s annual spelling bee over the weekend, only two of the 25 contestants who started the competition remained. Several hours and 47 rounds later, an 11-year-old and her 13-year-old adversary had used up all of the available words.

3-person embryo fertilization could become a reality

Federal health regulators will consider this week whether to green light a provocative new fertilization technique that could eventually create babies from the DNA of three people, with the goal of preventing mothers from passing on debilitating genetic diseases to their children.

Police seek pair of suspects in east Las Vegas robbery

Police say a female suspect entered the store and pointed a gun at an employee and demanded money while a male suspect acted as a lookout. The employee handed over an unspecified amount of cash and the suspects fled the scene.

Piers Morgan’s CNN run coming to an end

CNN’s prime-time talk show “Piers Morgan Live” is coming to an end, the news channel said Sunday. Morgan, who succeeded Larry King in the 9 p.m. EST time slot three years ago, was drawing lackluster ratings. In contrast, King had a 25-year run on CNN.

Defiant Kyle Busch says he’ll keep on truckin’

That Kyle Busch won a truck series race was hardly unusual. It was his 36th victory in those pick-’em-up trucks. Busch the Younger also has thanked his sponsors 63 times after winning Nationwide series races.

Study: Rich getting richer, poor getting poorer in Nevada

A new study on wages has revealed what some people have suspected all along: The rich in Nevada are getting richer and the poor poorer. But a conservative Las Vegas think tank challenges its conclusions.

Gilbert Melendez to remain in UFC

The Ultimate Fighting Championship announced it had decided to match a rival organization’s offer on restricted free agent Gilbert Melendez. Now back in the UFC fold, he will challenge lightweight champion Anthony Pettis for the belt later this year.

Banks find complications remain for financing marijuana businesses

For marijuana dispensaries lining up to do business in Southern Nevada, paying your employees in cash is difficult and comes with lots of complications. But, financial institutions will not do business with marijuana firms, even in states where it has been approved.

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