Stewart has no desire ‘to get back in a car’

After the death of Kevin Ward Jr., who was killed when Tony Stewart’s car struck him as Ward walked on an upstate New York dirt track on Aug. 9, Stewart may never get back in a sprint car.

No charges filed after woman drank tea laced with lye

No charges will be filed after a customer nearly died after unknowingly drinking iced tea mixed with lye at a suburban Salt Lake City restaurant, prosecutors said Friday. But Dickey’s Barbecue isn’t off the hook just yet. Lawyers intend to file a lawsuit if a monetary settlement isn’t reached.

Soccer stadium would build civic pride

Las Vegas has invented and reinvented itself time and again. I grew up here, and I’ve seen it all firsthand.

‘Baby Ben’ sports a ‘7’ like Steelers’ Big Ben

A calf in western Pennsylvania with a distinctive “7” marking on its head has been named Baby Ben, for Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger.

Nevada employee insurance program got bad rap

The Pew Charitable Trusts has revised a report on state employee health insurance benefits to show Nevada’s program is better than originally stated and generally in line with national averages.

Injuries test Rebels’ depth

UNLV heads into Saturday’s football game at San Diego State with injuries throughout the lineup. The Rebels will be digging deep into their roster to try to beat the Aztecs.

Fired NLV cop wins ruling, possibly $500,000

Cash-strapped North Las Vegas will have to pay for improperly firing a police officer, according to a state labor board. The officer’s attorney said the bill could be more than $500,000.

Championship on LeBron’s mind as Cavs start work

Back home and where he began his NBA career, LeBron James and the transformed Cavaliers held media day Friday as they began a journey they hope ends with the city’s first pro sports championship since the Browns won it all in 1964. More than 300 media members were on hand.

Woman hides on roof as intruder looms overhead

Los Angeles police have arrested a man who broke into a woman’s house and followed her onto the roof after she fled out of a second-story window.

Net metering policy goes to Legislature

CARSON CITY — The Public Utilities Commission decided Friday to ask the Nevada Legislature to determine what, if any, changes should be made to the state’s net metering policy, which allows homeowners who install rooftop solar to sell surplus electricity to the local utility company.

Former Foothill High School teacher’s license revoked

Amanda Brennan, the former Foothill High School teacher sentenced to 5 years probation for kissing a 15-year-old male student, had her Nevada teaching license revoked by the State Board of Education on Thursday.

McIlroy, Garcia shine as Ryder Cup closes first day

Europe dominated the afternoon foursomes to grab a 5-3 lead after the first day of the Ryder Cup at Gleneagles. But it was a dramatic finish by Rory McIlroy and Sergio Garcia that had the gallery buzzing.

 
Rape charges dropped against man charged at Keith Urban concert

Prosecutors have dropped their case against an 18-year-old man accused of raping a 17-year-old girl at a summer Keith Urban concert at which dozens of people were treated for excessive drinking.

Boss with concealed weapon saves the day

The story out of Moore, OK, should scream at least one thing: It’s a good thing the boss was packing.

Female players could turn the tide for Sun City golf courses

Don’t believe any of that talk about golf losing its popularity. The truth is that golf is gaining in popularity — at least among women. It certainly is in Summerlin, and for sure it is at the three golf courses in Sun City Summerlin.

Oliver reels in with comedy, surprises with investigative journalism

In poking fun at the Miss America pageant on the most recent episode of HBO’s “Last Week Tonight,” John Oliver reached for the comedic equivalent of low-hanging fruit. Then he veered into something wholly unexpected — investigative journalism.

Dining Pick of the Week: Cafe V

Las Vegas resident and celebrity chef Vic Moea rebranded his restaurant from Vic’s New American Cuisine to Cafe V in August to provide customers with a more casual and affordable dining experience despite its being located in Anthem.

Dining Pick of the Week: E&N Family Table Restaurant

E&N Family Table Restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner in a bright, spacious location just south of Flamingo Road.

Dining Pick of the Week: Papa Murphy’s Take ‘N’ Bake Pizza

It’s hard to maintain pizza oven perfection when you’re stuck in traffic. You know that disappointment when you get your piping hot pie home from the restaurant, and the crust has devolved into a soggy mess or the cheese has gone rubbery? Papa Murphy’s Take ‘N’ Bake Pizza has an answer.

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