Netflix adding nearly 20 titles for August

Netflix dropped almost 40 titles at the end of July, but in an attempt to make things right they are adding nearly 20 titles for August.

Examiner: NYC police chokehold caused death, ruled as homicide

The death of a man during an arrest on New York City’s Staten Island last month was caused by a choke hold used on him by a police officer, the New York City chief medical examiner’s office said on Friday, declaring the death as a homicide.

Mexican national sent back from NLV facing murder charge

A Mexican national living in North Las Vegas has been sent back to his home country to face a murder charge in a 15-year-old slaying, U.S. Immigration and Custom Enforcement said Friday.

Semi crash covers Indianapolis highway in butter

A semitrailer has overturned on an Indianapolis interstate, spilling what police say are 45,000 pounds of packages of butter and other dairy products.

Friendly Ford wins top awards

Friendly Ford recently won several of Ford’s top awards.

Scientific Games to buy Bally in $5.1 billion deal

Lottery manufacturer Scientific Games Corp. will purchase slot machine giant Bally Technologies for $5.1 billion in deal announced Friday. The transaction is the second high-profile gaming industry merger in less than a month.

Hospital gets keys to NLV police building

North Las Vegas turned over the keys to its police headquarters Thursday, sealing neighboring North Vista Hospital’s takeover of the decades-old James B. Slagle Public Safety Building.

Ohio lawmaker proposes LeBron license plate

An Ohio lawmaker wants to give the state’s motorists the chance to score a license plate honoring LeBron James. State Rep. Bill Patmon is planning to introduce legislation to permit the sale of a commemorative “LeBron James Witness 2.0” plate honoring the Akron native’s decision return to the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Nevada bill would modify school boards

Assembly Minority Leader Pat Hickey, R-Reno, said Friday he is requesting a bill for the 2015 legislative session to consider changes to the way county school boards operate in the wake of the Washoe County School Board’s failed attempt to fire Superintendent Pedro Martinez.

Prince, U2 tribute shows close, but are not exact

The Prince salute “Purple Reign” is back in business at the D Las Vegas downtown. Jason Tenner’s take on His Funky Majesty has been rock solid for more than 15 years. But if you spent more of the ’80s listening to “The Joshua Tree,” there’s Arms of America, a U2 tribute playing through Aug. 18 at the Sin City Theatre in Planet Hollywood Resort.

Dining Pick of the Week: Mercadito

Mercadito brings a new twist to Mexican cuisine at Red Rock Resort. The casual restaurant seats 165, including the patio. Brick and wood dominate the space, with diffused lighting running behind the banquet seating in the main room. But you’re here for the food, right?

Dining Pick of the Week: Al’s Donuts and Cafe Burger

The original Al’s Donuts on Harmon Avenue near UNLV already has a loyal following, but morning pastry fans in the northwest might find it quite a trek to make for doughnuts. A second location, this one also featuring Cafe Burger, opened in May in Tenaya Village.

Man found shot dead on sidewalk identified

The man who was shot and killed Wednesday night in the central valley was identified by the Clark County coroner’s office.

Spanish entertainment company launches Las Vegas Airlines

A Spanish entertainment company is taking its stage to the air, flying passengers nonstop from Madrid to Las Vegas for weeklong Nevada experiences that begin with the 12-hour overseas flight.

Grumpy Cat’s owners are not-so grumpy

Internet sensation Grumpy Cat has the world by the tail: international celebrity, fall-at-her-feet fans, an upcoming Christmas movie, book deals, and a six-figure appearance fee.

Cantor to resign from House seat in August

After a stunning primary election loss, former Majority Leader Eric Cantor said Friday that he will resign his seat in the House of Representatives months earlier than expected.

The most abusive president since Nixon

Liberal supporters of President Obama walk a fine line this morning as they attempt to try to draw a line between the acts of Obama’s CIA and the acts of Obama’s IRS, VA, BLM, etc.

Hamas, not Israel, perpetuating death toll in Gaza Strip

What would you do if a rocket could land on your house at any time? If a siren could force you out of bed with just 15 seconds to find shelter? What if loved ones who might be elderly or disabled were faced with this reality — could you sleep knowing their mobility issues might spell disaster?

Moderation is the key to NFL preseason wagering

Uneasy lies the head that wears a crown, and Pete Carroll is wearing it now. But if Carroll is worried, he never shows it. This is not about the Seattle Seahawks’ quest to repeat as Super Bowl champions, not yet anyway. Before he won the biggest game of the season, Carroll was king of the NFL preseason.

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