Paul Simon, Edie Brickell arrested after family dispute

Paul Simon and his wife, Edie Brickell, were arrested on disorderly conduct charges by officers investigating a family dispute, but the couple held hands in court Monday and said they did not feel threatened by the other.

Details of proposed Orange County, N.Y., resort released

The operator of the Resorts World Casino New York City at the Aqueduct Racetrack has released details of a resort casino it’s hoping to build in Orange County.

No surprise, but a little sad

Assemblywoman Lucy Flores — the Democratic front-runner for lieutenant governor — has said repeatedly that she’s against The Education Initiative.

51s can’t win ’em all — because baseball just doesn’t work that way

When they ran onto the field Sunday on an ideal day for baseball, the time was 12:08 p.m., the temperature was 67 degrees, the wind was blowing from left field to right at 8 mph and the Las Vegas 51s were the best team in minor league baseball, by percentage.

Wynn, Lawrence working on Sinatra tribute

Steve Lawrence has told Steve Wynn that he’s all-in for a Frank Sinatra 100th birthday tribute on Dec. 12, 2015. “Lawrence came up the idea earlier this month,” Wynn said. “We had dinner. He’s said, ‘Let’s do something. Count me in.’ ”

Driver arrested on DUI charge after crash

Two people were taken to University Medical Center with serious injuries after a car crash at Rainbow Boulevard and Hacienda Avenue Monday morning. The driver of one car was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence, police said.

Outback-born Aussie brings show to Smith Center

Australia’s loss is the Las Vegas Valley’s gain. International recording star and Las Vegas resident Greg Bonham is set to appear in his own show, “G’Day Las Vegas,” at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts.

Add Clippers’ circus to wagering craziness

On any other day, Stephen Curry’s seven 3-pointers would have been the only story. Sideshow aside, Curry shot life back into the Golden State Warriors, and that’s what mattered most to underdog bettors. The Warriors were aiming to get even in a first-round playoff series. The Los Angeles Clippers are tied up in a full-blown media circus.

Elder abuse underreported, on rise in Nevada

Abuse of the elderly in Southern Nevada comes in many guises. Food deprivation. Physical harm inflicted by spouses or adult children. A lack of air conditioning in the midst of summer heat. “The number of elder abuse reports continues to increase slightly every year,” said Jill Berntson, social services chief for the state’s Aging and Disability Services Division for Elder Rights.

Sunday night water heater fire displaces six

Six adults were displaced Sunday night by a water heater fire in a home near Charleston Boulevard and Arville Street.

Q&A with Paul Chakmak, executive vice president and chief operating officer at Boyd Gaming Corp.

Paul Chakmak is a busy guy. Boyd Gaming’s executive vice president and chief operating officer sits on the boards of three influencial organizations or public agencies — the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, the UNLV stadium authority and the Nevada Resort Association, where he serves as vice chairman.

Las Vegas commercial real estate sectors looking up

An improving economy boosted Southern Nevada’s commercial real estate markets in the first quarter. A new report from commercial brokerage Avison Young shows improvements in the industrial, office and retail sectors, and gives a few key trends to look for.

Cox introduces home security system in Las Vegas

Cox Communications has rolled out a home security package for Las Vegas customers, adding a fourth leg to its home technologies. More than an alarm system, the security package allows customers to set up cameras, motion sensors and water sensors around their homes.

INTEL: Station rolls out app, Nevada Beverage has new beer on tap

Station Casinos launched a mobile application that lets smartphone users access information about the company’s 18 Southern Nevada casinos. Boarding Pass loyalty program members can gain information about their accounts and customers can make reservations or enjoy special offers

Achieving success requires both relationships and technology

“When I started consulting, I couldn’t find anyone in the United States to make cold calls. I went online and found a person who created amazing results,” recalls Adam Fridman, owner of Chicago’s Idea2Result, a lead-generation service for small businesses.

On the Move, April 28

Announcements of new hires, promotions and professional awards. Want to see your accomplishment here? Send your information to bizbriefs@reviewjournal.com.

Executive Calendar, April 28

A weekly listing of events put on by professional organizations, educational groups and local chambers of commerce.

For the Record, April 28

A weekly log of business bankruptcies, commercial and industrial lease transactions, and new-business licenses in Clark County.

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