Motorcyclist dies after North Las Vegas crash

A motorcycle crash in North Las Vegas left one man dead Tuesday afternoon just before 3:30 p.m. at the Lake Mead Boulevard on-ramp to northbound Interstate 15. A motorcycle crashed into a dirt area and its rider died after being taken to UMC, according to the Nevada Highway Patrol.

Cut cable knocks out Nevada DMV driver’s license service much of Tuesday

The good news Tuesday was that wait times at most Department of Motor Vehicles offices in Nevada were only two minutes long. The bad news was that a cut fiber optic cable left the agency unable to process any drivers license transactions.

Nevadan confirmed to head BLM

WASHINGTON – Neil Kornze, a Nevadan raised in Elko, was confirmed on Tuesday to become director of the Bureau of Land Management.

Officials of Henderson stock transfer firm fined $75,000

The heads of a Henderson-based transfer agent firm were fined $75,000 after failing to disclose financial information with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

George Wallace plan to end Flamingo show ‘somewhat related’ to $1.3 million lawsuit award

Comedian George Wallace says he is ending his 10-year residency at the Flamingo on April 27, mostly because of the legwork involved in promoting it. Wallace made the announcement the same day a Las Vegas jury awarded him $1.3 million in litigation over an injury he suffered performing in a private party at the Bellagio in 2007.

Keyhole Canyon a great place for rock art viewing

If you are looking for an easy outdoor excursion that might be close to home, head just south of Boulder City to Keyhole Canyon. A narrow canyon in the mountainside, filled with petroglyphs and a few pictographs, and culminating in a smooth dryfall, the place has a unique, romantic and almost magical feel. It’s a great place to spend a spring morning, and exploring the canyon itself is such an easy, short hike that just about anyone in your family can enjoy.

Red yuccas require dividing and replating to keep small

Question: I’m replacing my red yuccas that have grown too large for a 3-foot area. They are in full sun. They spill over into the walkway where my grandchildren have been getting stabbed by the leaves. Can tree roses handle that location?

 
Iconic SeaWorld killer whale show will go on for now

A California bill that sought to end killer whale shows at SeaWorld in San Diego and phase out their captivity was put on hold Tuesday, dousing an escalating fight between animal activists and supporters of the major tourist attraction.

 
New NASA image suggests life on Mars … again

A NASA image taken from the Mars Curiosity Rover on April 3 is getting conspiracy theorists all excited about life on Mars.

NeONBRAND helps businesses with online marketing

NeONBRAND is a digital marketing company located in downtown Las Vegas that specializes in website development, search engine optimization, social media management and video production.

 
Jury convicts woman in Texas stiletto shoe killing

A Houston woman was convicted of murder Tuesday for fatally stabbing her boyfriend with the 5½-inch stiletto heel of her shoe, hitting him at least 25 times in the face.

8 reasons Las Vegas says it likes In-N-Out more than 5 Guys

We conducted a highly unscientific poll on Facebook to find out which place Las Vegas (at least, those of you who like us on Facebook) prefers. Here were the main points of contention:

Former Strip Sandwich Shop owner appeals arson conviction

The former owner of the Strip Sandwich Shop is appealing his conviction on an arson charge for the 2011 fire that tore through the downtown lunch spot once popular among lawyers, judges and other professionals.