Bail reduction sought in Sparks trespass slaying

A 73-year-old former schoolteacher accused of killing an unarmed trespasser in Northern Nevada should have his $2 million bail reduced dramatically because he poses no flight risk and opened fire in self-defense when he thought the man pointed a gun at him, his new defense attorney said.

Lake Tahoe’s woes discussed at summit

The dangers that drought has created at one of America’s cherished treasures were explored by scientists, firefighters and politicians from both California and Nevada at this year’s 18th Annual Lake Tahoe Summit.

10 safety tips for women traveling solo

Solo traveling can be a wonderful experience, especially for a young woman. It fosters a sense of confidence and independence and it implores you to explore the many sights and sounds that the world has to offer. That said, we girls do face a few more safety challenges while traveling than our male counterparts do. Before you pack your bags, arm yourself with these tips to stay safe while seeing the world.

Nine companies get OK to charge for Ride Genie

Nine transportation companies that offer limousine service in Southern Nevada were granted modifications to their tariffs from regulators to charge customers additional fees when they use the new Ride Genie smartphone application.

Residential not on front burner for Downtown Project — yet

Downtown Project is rolling with recent re-development projects such as the John E. Carson Hotel, The Bunkhouse, The Market and Ferguson’s Motel along the East Fremont Street corridor, in addition to its signature Container Park. But is residential on the re-development list too?

Making room for the tight ends

Even though UNLV went to a spread offense last football season, coach Bobby Hauck made sure the tight ends were an integral part of the attack. They will be again this season.

Mountain Ridge’s play speaks loud and clear at LLWS

The best description heard about Mountain Ridge players at the Little League World Series: They’re the San Antonio Spurs. The best team in a tournament that doesn’t say all that much.

Galaxy’s earnings top estimates on mass-market bettors

HONG KONG — Galaxy Entertainment, the Macau casino operator that made Lui Che Woo a billionaire, reported second-quarter earnings that beat analyst estimates as mass-market gamblers offset a slowdown in high rollers’ wagers.

Cleric says extremists are enemy of Islam

Saudi Arabia’s top cleric said Tuesday that extremism and the ideologies of groups like the Islamic State and al-Qaida are Islam’s No. 1 enemy and that Muslims have been their first victims.

Video claims to show US journalist beheaded in Iraq

A video by Islamic State militants Tuesday purported to show the cold-blooded execution of American journalist James Foley as retribution for U.S. airstrikes in Iraq.

Vegas planning chief takes Palm Springs job

After 11 years with the city of Las Vegas, Planning Director Flinn Fagg has been hired by Palm Springs as director of planning services.

 
Jackie Chan’s son caught in Beijing drug bust

The actor-son of Hong Kong action superstar Jackie Chan has been detained in Beijing on drug-related charges, the latest high-profile celebrity to be ensnared in one of China’s biggest anti-drug crackdowns in two decades.

Nevada medical pot applications total 437

The Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health reported receiving 437 applications for medical marijuana establishments at its Carson City office by Monday’s deadline.

Henderson police closing 2 satellite desks

The Henderson Police Department is temporarily closing two satellite service desks to put those officers in the field.

Nevada civil rights group to take up police militarization

Nevada’s advisory committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights will meet in Las Vegas this week to gauge public sentiment on the militarization of local police forces.

 
Texas Gov. Rick Perry booked on abuse of power charges

Texas Gov. Rick Perry was defiant Tuesday as he was booked on abuse of power charges, saying he would “fight this injustice with every fiber of my being.” The Republican, who is mulling a second presidential run in 2016, was indicted after carrying out a threat to veto funding for state public corruption prosecutors.

Coach has meltdown during game, starts undressing

Minor League manager Joe Mikulik of the Myrtle Beach Pelicans had a meltdown when he disagreed with a call during a game with the Salem Red Sox on Sunday.

Texas dad accused of ‘executing’ drunk driver after fatal wreck

A drunk driver did not deserve “public execution” by a Texas father accused of taking the law into his own hands in a fit of rage over the killing of his two sons in a wreck, a prosecutor told jurors on Tuesday.

War Machine waives extradition to Las Vegas

War Machine, a mixed martial arts fighter accused of brutally beating his porn star ex-girlfriend in Las Vegas and fleeing to the Los Angeles area, told a California judge he won’t contest his transfer in custody back to Nevada.

 
2 arrested in taped beating of park ranger

Philadelphia police have arrested two suspects and are searching for a third in the videotaped beating of a city park ranger trying to enforce a no-skateboarding rule.

 
Fla. woman shoots grandson thinking he was intruder

A grandmother shot and critically wounded her 7-year-old grandson early Tuesday after mistaking him for an intruder who had broken into her home, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office said.

Cyberattacks on hospital system occurred in April, June

NEW YORK — Chinese hackers stole Social Security numbers, names and addresses from 4.5 million patients of Community Health Systems, the second-biggest for-profit U.S. hospital chain, according to the company.

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