Family of boy killed by Cleveland police sues

The family of a 12-year-old who had a pellet gun when he was shot by a Cleveland police officer filed a wrongful death lawsuit Friday, saying two officers acted recklessly when they confronted the boy in a terrifying manner and fired within seconds.

Nationals outfielder gets jail time for reckless driving

Washington Nationals outfielder Jayson Werth was found guilty of misdemeanor reckless driving on Friday and sentenced to 10 days in jail after his Porsche 911 was clocked in July at 105 mph in a 55 mph zone on the Capital Beltway in Virginia.

Social services agency launches new empowerment center

Lutheran Social Services recently launched a new Empowerment Center at 73 Spectrum Blvd. in Las Vegas to help train and assist their clients in returning to the workforce.

Police ID driver they say killed pedestrian

Las Vegas police on Friday identified the man they say was under the influence when he hit and killed a 30-year-old pedestrian during a crash Thursday evening.

TV show vows ‘retribution’ on Vegas contractors

For its third season, Spike TV’s “Catch a Contractor” is coming to town, and producers are seeking your stories of construction nightmares.

NB 95 lanes reopen at Spaghetti Bowl

U.S. Highway 95 at the Spaghetti Bowl is re-opened after a crash had blocked all northbound lanes, according to Nevada Highway Patrol.

Henderson official’s traffic case closed after he pays fine

A top official with the city of Henderson, who was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence in August, settled his court case by paying a $195 fine for improper parking.

 
Here are the Grammy nominations (so far)

The Grammy nominations are in for 2015, and newcomer Sam Smith is swooping in for the kill this year. Here are the nominees announced Friday in the top categories for the 57th annual Grammy Awards.

Sandusky’s son speaks out about abusive childhood

Jerry Sandusky’s adopted son Matt spoke out Friday about his two abusive fathers and called sexual abuse the “single worst health epidemic that children face.”

Reed unconcerned about Gorman’s No. 1 ranking

The Raiders will focus on Bishop Gorman’s talent when they meet for state Division I title on Saturday in Reno. Gorman, undefeated and ranked No. 1 in the country by USA Today, is going for its sixth consecutive state title.

Mexican discount air carrier VivaAerobus returns to Las Vegas

When Mexican discount air carrier VivaAerobus left the Las Vegas market in January 2013, it vowed to return when economic conditions improved. On Friday, the airline delivered.

Cumberbatch to star in Marvel’s ‘Dr. Strange’

Marvel Studios, the motion picture studio that brought you “The Avengers,” has officially announced that Benedict Cumberbatch will play Doctor Strange in the upcoming film hitting theaters Nov. 4, 2016.

 
Manhunt continues in Fla. triple murder; suspect’s car found

A manhunt intensified on Friday for a suspect accused of killing his wife and her friend before shooting dead a pastor at a Florida church, after police said they had found the SUV the man was last seen driving but were still searching for him.

 
Rolling Stone apologizes for story on gang rape at UVa

Rolling Stone magazine apologized to readers Friday for a story it published chronicling one woman’s account of a gang rape at a University of Virginia fraternity house and the school’s failure to respond to that alleged assault.

School bus involved in crash; no children on board

One person was injured Friday morning after a crash involving a school bus in the northwest valley, Las Vegas police said.

Hey Reb, who the heck is St. Katherine, anyway?

If you don’t know a whole lot about UNLV’s opponent on Friday night, don’t worry. Even Siri has a hard time coming up with anything substantial about the St. Katherine College basketball team.

New artist collective plans opening reception for debut exhibit

Spirit of Art, a new artist’s collective, is hoping its first show will be a dream come true. An opening reception for the “Dreams” exhibit is scheduled from 6 to 10 p.m. Dec. 5 at Clay Arts Vegas, 1511 S. Main St.

Busch brothers’ sights on ‘15

Brothers Kurt and Kyle Busch, who are from Las Vegas, are already looking to next season to improve. Both have hope they will do just that.

 
Stolen car crashes into Wash. daycare center

“It sounded like scaffolding crashing!” That’s what one neighbor said after a car crashed into a building in downtown Seattle early Thursday morning.

Robert Kiyosaki urges Americans to stop seeing themselves as victims

As an expert in investing, as well as business and personal development, we asked Robert Kiyosaki what the No. 1 thing is that Americans can do to set themselves up for financial success in 2015. Here was his response:

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