Bundy says standoff was a spiritual battle

Nevada rancher Cliven Bundy claims the April confrontation between the federal government and his armed supporters was part of an age-old spiritual battle between good and evil.

EDITORIAL: End asset forfeiture racket

With so much of Washington preoccupied with increasing federal power at the expense of our rights — think IRS, NSA, DEA, and on and on — it’s cause for celebration when someone suggests decreasing government power to protect our rights.

EDITORIAL: Multiple stadium proposals could doom them all

The Las Vegas Valley needs a new, multipurpose stadium that’s close to the Strip. A venue capable of attracting and expanding large-scale special events is the resort corridor’s missing piece of tourism infrastructure.

Washington Digest: Congress struggles with border crisis response

Congress struggled last week with a response to the surge of thousands of unaccompanied minors arriving at the U.S. southern border, and then recessed for a five-week August break.

Mexican officials say ‘Viva’ Las Vegas

“Viva Veracruz” opens at Planet Hollywood Resort for a four-month run on Aug. 11, showcasing the music, dance and folklore of Mexico’s state of Veracruz.

Tiger Woods withdraws from Bridgestone with back injury

Tiger Woods was stricken with more back pain Sunday and withdrew after eight holes at the Bridgestone Invitational. He struggled to even take off his golf shoes before being driven away to an uncertain future.

Earthquake kills 367 in southern China

A strong earthquake in southern China’s Yunnan province toppled thousands of homes on Sunday, killing at least 367 people and injuring more than 1,800.

Amy Smith wins twice at teen pageant

Miss Nevada’s Outstanding Teen Amy Smith, whose state title came under question after an audit discovered voting irregularities, won two awards in Miss America’s Outstanding Teen pageant in Orlando, Fla., on Saturday.

2 critically injured after southwest accident

Two Las Vegas men were hospitalized with critical injuries after a Sunday morning rollover car crash in the southwest valley.

Dale Jr. win completes season sweep at Pocono

Dale Earnhardt Jr. took the lead off the final restart with three laps left and won Sunday to complete a season sweep at Pocono Raceway.

UMC seeks power to close some meetings

University Medical Center officials want the public hospital’s board to have the power to conduct closed-door meetings about potential business plans and strategies that competitors might want to know about.

Mother of chokehold victim thanked Jesus after court ruling

After her son was placed in a police chokehold and died saying, “I can’t breathe,” Gwen Carr would wake up screaming, “Let him go! Give him air!” she said Saturday. When she heard his death had been ruled a homicide, she said, her first words were, “Thank you, Jesus!”

Wynn remembers Caesars’ opening

The night Caesars Palace opened, Aug. 5, 1966, Steve Wynn remembers getting a room so awful “it might have been used for political prisoners.”

Colorful Bryce Canyon packs huge scenic appeal

Bryce Canyon National Park in Southern Utah features deep, vividly colored amphitheaters at the eroded eastern edge of a high, forested plateau, each filled with weirdly carved formations, arches and canyons.

Aussie outfit makes U.S. inroads

While a photographer adjusted lighting equipment, Aristocrat Leisure Ltd. CEO Jamie Odell relaxed in the Australian gaming equipment manufacturer’s south Las Vegas showroom and played a few free spins on a “Batman” slot machine.

Jon Bon Jovi wants Bills to succeed in Buffalo

Jon Bon Jovi is hoping he’s written a hit with Buffalo Bills fans in a bid to stem concerns of whether his prospective ownership group plans to buy and potentially relocate the franchise to Toronto.

Naming Las Vegas: Silvestri Junior High School

Charles A. Silvestri has a school named for him at 1055 Silverado Ranch Blvd. He also established a grant through the Nevada Community Foundation, based in Summerlin.

Teacher made 1st-grader sit on floor for weeks

A first-grader drew a picture on her school desk one day and was punished. How, you ask? The teacher removed the girl’s desk and told her she wouldn’t get it back until the second grade

How to cover your bases on the collections front

Attorney Michael Mazur specializes in collections, and he’s certainly covered his bases with the Laughlin Township constable’s office.

Waiting to see what Uber does next

With a local company on the verge of releasing details of a smartphone application that would enable people to hail a ride with a touch of a button, it will be interesting to see Uber’s next move, the ride-sharing company that hopes to establish a foothold in Southern Nevada.

Kwasniewski trying to get on track

Las Vegan Dylan Kwaniewski’s rookie season in the NASCAR Nationwide Series has been a learning experience. He hopes to end the season applying those lessons learned.

Nevada has no signature dish — yet

“We never really had a traditional cuisine,” said Carlos Buscaglia, chef partner of Due Forni, who’s been cooking in Las Vegas for more than 20 years.

Women’s health focus of Hadassah initiatives

Next to a bra sporting googly eyes, another bra makes less eye contact, but still stands out. Hot pink and tiger-striped, it’s decorated with flowers and birthday cakes — flung across a table. Hadassah unveiled The Uplift Project, a community outreach campaign, at “Inspire, Imagine, Ignite,” the organization’s 97th national convention, attended by approximately 750 delegates from across the country at the Sands Expo and Convention Center July 21-23.

Dave Koz and Summer Horns bring jazz collaboration to Smith Center

Dave Koz has his mind on hot fun in the summertime, as the smooth-jazz stalwart and fellow saxophonists Mindi Abair, Gerald Albright and Richard Elliot reunite as Summer Horns. Their current tour brings them to The Smith Center on Saturday night.

2014 American Legion State Tournament Glance

Follow the link for the schedule and scores (when available) for the American Legion state tournament, being held July 26-Aug. 2 at UNLV.

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