EDITORIAL: Good riddance to Xerox, Obamacare exchange

Smart, rational decisions regarding the Affordable Care Act have been few and far between, particularly with regard to federal and state health insurance exchanges. But one such decision finally was made Tuesday.

EDITORIAL: Fool me twice

The longer Las Vegas Constable John Bonaventura remains on the job, the more he justifies the Clark County Commission’s decision to abolish his office — and the more he reminds voters to cast an informed ballot.

Singer Jane Monheit returns to Cabaret Jazz

Singer Jane Monheit, who’s becoming a regular at The Smith Center’s intimate Cabaret Jazz, returns this weekend for an exploration of the “Great American Songbook,” with pianist Michael Kanan as her “telepathic” partner in song.

Half of Senate urges Goodell to mandate nickname change

Half of the U.S. Senate urged NFL commissioner Roger Goodell on Thursday to change the Washington Redskins’ name, saying it is a racist slur and the time is ripe to replace it.

Rebels fend off Fresno, advance to face Aztecs

Fresno State gave UNLV all it could handle, but the Rebels held on to win 5-3 and advance in the Mountain West conference baseball tournament at Wilson Stadium.

Chance for Triple Crown makes Belmont most exciting race in world

The most exciting race in horse racing is when a Triple Crown is on the line in the Belmont Stakes. We will have that this year thanks to California Chrome. His victories in the Kentucky Derby and Preakness again have put us on the precipice of sports history.

22 places for ethnic cuisine

Find your tastes from tapas to fish and chips. Brazilian, Indian, Greek … what’s not to love? Each week Neon spotlights a different cuisine in the Dining Guide, with ethnic restaurants this week.

Two-hitter sends Liberty onward

RENO — Liberty’s Jay Martz doesn’t have much big-game pitching experience. In fact, he doesn’t have much pitching experience at all.

On the menu: Barbecue

While we can dine al fresco most of the year, Memorial day is the traditional start of the barbecue season. So let’s celebrate.

DIVISION I-A BASEBALL: Crusaders rout South Tahoe

Jordan Dreibelbis and Brandon Davis combined on a five-inning seven-hitter as Faith Lutheran’s baseball team moved one step closer to its goal of a state title Thursday, opening the Division I-A state baseball tournament with a 17-6 win over South Tahoe at Sparks High.

2 inmate deaths raise questions about NYC jail system

The grisly deaths of two inmates — one who “baked to death” in his overheated cell, another who sexually mutilated himself while locked up alone for seven days — have raised new questions about the New York City jail system’s ability to deal with a burgeoning number of mentally ill people.

Roster of chefs to contribute to ‘Swine & Wine’ dinner at MTO Cafe

A pop-up dinner with the theme “Swine &Wine” will begin at 5:30 p.m. June 1 at MTO Cafe, 500 S. Main St. Chefs from RM Seafood, Comme Ca, Echo &Rig, The Light Group, Aureole, Chocolate &Spice and MTO Cafe will participate. It’s $60; call 702-380-8229. …

DIVISION III BASEBALL: Johnson’s hit helps Lynx eliminate Needles

Colton Johnson’s RBI single to center with one out in the third inning sparked a four-run rally Thursday to lead Lincoln County past Needles, 6-2 in an elimination game in the Division III state baseball tournament at Wooster High in Reno.

Bullpen betrays 51s in 6-3 loss at Fresno

The 51s’ bullpen was unable to preserve a 3-1 lead, as the Fresno Grizzlies rallied with a run in the sixth and four in the seventh to defeat Las Vegas 6-3 on Thursday night in Fresno, Calif.

Durant wasted on bungling Brooks

Sooner or later, something needs to change. The Oklahoma City Thunder are going out with a whimper again, and Kevin Durant deserves better.

Change of mindset: Lawler quick to put loss to Hendricks in past

After Robbie Lawler and Johny Hendricks battled toe-to-toe for 25 minutes to determine who would win the vacant Ultimate Fighting Championship welterweight title in March, the focus turned to the judges who would determine the champion. Lawler didn’t even need to hear the announcement.

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