Pa. fugitive makes court appearance

Eric Frein, captured after a seven-week manhunt and held with the handcuffs of a Pennsylvania trooper he is accused of slaying, arrived at court on Friday to face murder charges, authorities said.

‘Zombie Burlesque’ dares to be fun, original

“Zombie Burlesque” finally got around to its “official grand opening” last week. For a “little” show with a live band and an eye for detail — a bright spot in a dim year for traditional Las Vegas shows.

Kentucky joins UNLV on list of back-to-back No. 1s

Kentucky was the runaway No. 1 in The Associated Press preseason Top 25 released Friday, becoming the fourth program to earn the honor in consecutive seasons.

Usher’s son tells dad he’s not a great singer

One of Usher’s sons studies his dance moves meticulously, while the other has said to the Grammy-winning star: “You’re not a great singer.”

J.K. Rowling releases new Harry Potter tale about Umbridge

The creator of boy wizard Harry Potter published a 1,700-word essay Friday revealing the real-life inspiration behind one of her most memorable villains, the supernatural bureaucrat and Hogwarts teacher Dolores Umbridge.

Vegas OKs 26 medical marijuana dispensaries

Las Vegas City Council members spent almost 16 hours mulling preliminary land use and licensing entitlements sought by 50 would-be medical marijuana business operators on Tuesday and Wednesday then approved 26 pot dispensaries

Governor, Nevadans try to set sing-along record

Gov. Brian Sandoval joined a cafeteria full of students at a Reno elementary school on Thursday to sing Nevada’s state song as part of a statewide effort to set a world sing-along record.

Chinese police ban Halloween costumes on subway

Beijing police have warned people they face arrest for wearing Halloween fancy dress on the subway as it may cause crowds to gather and create “trouble,” a state-run newspaper said on Friday, unveiling a list of APEC summit-related restrictions.

Halloween back on for Pennsylvania children

The successful end to a seven-week manhunt for a suspected police killer means some northeast Pennsylvania children will get to celebrate Halloween in the traditional fashion after all.

Dining Pick of the Week: Bachi Burger

If you find yourself shopping near the Las Vegas Premium Outlets South, you might want to stop for a bite down East Windmill Lane at Bachi Burger. The specialty here are burgers sharpened by Asian flavors.

Dining Pick of the Week: Frank & Fina’s Cocina

Frank & Fina’s Cocina is one of those restaurants that, upon entering, transports you somewhere else. While dining, you have to remind yourself of what is outside the doors: Are you in a mission-style restaurant in another country, or is Las Vegas still out there?

Dining Pick of the Week: Braddah’s Island Style

By now, the fast-casual concept that is Braddah’s Island Style will be pretty familiar to regular on-the-go diners: Upon entering the restaurant, you’re presented with menu options that feature your ingredient selections served in a bowl, as a burrito or as tacos. Once this decision has been made, you’re faced with several other choices, all competing for your taste buds.

 
PA’s Cal U forfeits game after 5 football players arrested

Five football players from a state university in western Pennsylvania were arrested and suspended from the school after police say they beat and stomped a man outside an off-campus restaurant, then fled yelling “Football strong!” The victim was in intensive care Friday with severe brain trauma.

Alarm terminates KXNT radio host’s slumber

KXNT radio’s new morning host Carlos Diaz had a wild weekend, and it had nothing to do with his wedding in Spain today.

Tropicana at Swenson reopens after accident

The intersection of Tropicana Avenue and Swenson Street has reopened after an accident early Friday morning temporarily closed it down.

Garage fire damages home, destroys vehicles

Two people were displaced after barely escaping a garage fire in their home in southwest Las Vegas early Friday morning, Las Vegas Fire Department said.

 
Size matters when it comes to Nolan’s ‘Interstellar’

The next two months will unleash a torrent of high-profile movies, but writer-director Christopher Nolan’s “Interstellar” is guaranteed to be the biggest of them all. Literally.

10 healthy strategies to survive the holidays

If you’re trying to manage your weight, holiday activities can come with a cost if you give in to the treats of the season.

Which kitchen style best matches your personality?

You may be surprised to discover your personality influences the style of kitchen you prefer. So, do you know what style matches your personality?

 
Crews begin Kansas crash remains recovery Friday

Work begins Friday to recover the remains of the four people who died when a small plane crashed into a flight training facility at a Kansas airport, authorities said.

Jalisco a refreshing change of pace

Jalisco promises “the great flavors from south of the border with a new, fresh twist,” so that’s what we went looking for — and found.

Aggies grind out league title

Two big plays accounted for all of Arbor View’s offense during the first half Thursday night.

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