Homes razed in North Las Vegas neighborhood

Nearby residents are hoping that the razing of 20 vacant, arson-plagued homes across several of North Las Vegas’ most blighted residential blocks will eventually help wake the whole North Valley neighborhood from its decades-long slumber.

Chelsea Clinton leaving as reporter for NBC News

Chelsea Clinton said Friday she is quitting her job as a reporter at NBC News, citing increased work at the Clinton Foundation and imminent birth of her first child.

 
Grand jury indicts Las Vegas mom accused of shooting son

A Las Vegas mother charged with shooting her son in the head was indicted Friday by a Clark County grand jury. Shavon Carrillo, 31, who also goes by Shavon Aguilar, faces a charge of attempted murder and three charges of child abuse.

 
Real-life places that make any movie scarier

If there is one thing that can make or break a horror film, it’s the setting. Here are some real-life places that can make any movie scarier.

25 ethnic restaurants to try

Same old routine wearing out your tastebuds? Then try something decidedly different from one of these ethnic restaurants.

Wrestler Jake ‘The Snake’ Roberts in Las Vegas ICU

Professional wrestler Jake “The Snake” Roberts is hospitalized in a Las Vegas intensive care unit after falling ill on an flight headed here.

Metro cop linked to air unit audit abruptly retires

The Las Vegas police officer who accused his bosses of burying his scathing internal audit of Metro’s aviation unit has abruptly retired.

News of ‘Cops’ shooting had hearts racing

News of the Omaha, Neb., shooting tragedy involving a crew member of the reality TV show “Cops” struck close to home Thursday.

Mom accused of bully attack won’t be charged

Prosecutors said Thursday they will not file charges against a Northern California mother accused of grabbing the throat of a 12-year-old boy she suspected of bullying her daughter.

Gym owner works out deal with Crossroads

Chris Yakimchuk and his wife, Shelley, purchased a pair of vehicles from Crossroads Auto Center at 6175 W. Sahara Ave. With a 2013 Cadillac CTS driven by Chris and Shelly powering a sporty 2013 Chevrolet Camaro, the couple found the best at the dealership.

Learning a new game

Former UCLA All-American and pro basketball player Ed O’Bannon and his wife, Rosa, knew his playing days were over in 2004. One year earlier, the couple and their three children had moved to Las Vegas from Southern California.

Restored railroad offers trip back in time

Of all the ways there are to celebrate Nevada’s history in the run-up to state’s 150th birthday, few feel more like a time machine than a ride along the Comstock on the Virginia & Truckee Railroad.

Sun City Summerlin turns 25

Imagine living in these surroundings: No Summerlin Parkway, no Anasazi Drive, no Suncoast, no JW Marriott, no Summerlin Library, no Summerlin post office and no Summerlin Hospital. Indeed, it will all be recalled by some and rededicated by others starting Oct. 1, when Sun City begins the celebration of its 25th anniversary.

Sparks police cleared in fatal shooting

Two Sparks police officers were justified when they fatally shot a woman who pointed a gun at them at her home near an elementary school, Washoe County District Attorney Dick Gammick said in a report released Thursday.

 
Turns out Hello Kitty is not a cat

Sanrio, the creators of Hello Kitty, have decided to redefine what it means to be a cat.

2 OK after Northern Nevada copter crash

Two people escaped with minor injuries after their helicopter crash-landed south of Gardnerville in Northern Nevada early this week.

Dining Pick of the Week: Pasta Shop Ristorante & Art Gallery

Making fresh pasta is considered an art, but Pasta Shop Ristorante owner David Alenik added a whole new aspect to the art form by combining his restaurant with an art gallery.

Dining Pick of the Week: Lulu Hawaiian BBQ

Hawaiian food is comfort food, and Lulu Hawaiian BBQ offers a setting where it is easy to feel comfortable.

Dining Pick of the Week: Jamms

Jamms Restaurant is tucked into an aging strip mall at Rainbow and Charleston boulevards, but what it lacks in curb appeal, it more than makes up for with its homestyle cooking and friendly service.

Change in attitude key for UNLV football

The Rebels are excited about opportunities and not worried about obstacles as they open the season against heavily favored Arizona. That’s an important change for Bobby Hauck’s team.

 
Disasters prompt Malaysia Airlines to cut jobs, routes

Malaysia Airlines will slash nearly a third of its 20,000 workforce and cut back its global route network as part of a radical 6 $1.9 billion restructuring following the devastating impact of two jetliner disasters.

Clark County seeks state funding for portable classrooms

There may be fewer students per kindergarten teacher because of a state mandate, but Clark County School District is struggling to find room for the 167 additional kindergarten classes this creates.

Clark County schools tighten student testing protocols

Security will tighten over student test materials in Clark County public schools, due to a policy change approved by the School Board on Thursday following a state investigation that found one of its Las Vegas schools cheated on state tests.

NV Energy OK’d to tap low-cost energy resources

State utility regulators have approved a request by NV Energy to participate in a regional Energy Imbalance Market to take advantage of low-cost energy resources.

Top trends in smart home technology for 2015 and beyond

More people want smart home features that let them control their spaces while increasing energy efficiency and cutting waste. Here are the trends that are forecast to be hot in 2015.

Fun twists for festive fall recipes

This season, look for fun ways to put a twist on your favorite recipes, or try new recipes to bring some seasonal flavors into your home.

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