Brady, NFL bettors left crazy and confused

Dazed and confused, picked off once and sacked four times, Tom Brady finally went to a knee to run out the clock as the New England Patriots escaped from New York.

Seahawks, Steelers, Packers secure NFL playoff spots

The Pittsburgh Steelers and Green Bay Packers both qualified for the NFL playoffs with wins Sunday. Next week, they will play for division titles at home. Dallas clinched the NFC East, ending any chance for Philadelphia to make the postseason.

Metro Chamber settles down at Smith Center

After being in a temporary location for more than a year, the Las Vegas Metro Chamber of Commerce has finally found its home at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts. The new location at 575 Symphony Park Ave. boasts plenty of meeting and office space.

Man struck, killed as he walks 4-year-old across Cheyenne Avenue

A man was killed and a boy was injured during a Sunday night auto-pedestrian crash near Cheyenne Avenue and Civic Center Drive, North Las Vegas police said. The red car that hit them fled the scene, police spokesman officer Steven Wiese said.

Clark County discrimination case was a strong one

When Clark County was sued in a federal wage discrimination lawsuit in April, the case came from U.S. Department of Justice attorneys, not a private law firm looking to score a quick payday with a weak case.

Police shoot man who came at them with knives

A man who was acting eratically and holding two butcher knives was shot multiple times by a Las Vegas police officer Sunday afternoon, the police department said.

7 hurt when lightning strikes near Buccaneers game

Lightning struck a car in a parking lot near the Tampa Bay Buccaneers stadium after their game with Green Bay on Sunday, injuring seven people, officials and witnesses said.

 
Veteran Florida police officer killed, suspect in custody

A fugitive trying to evade an arrest warrant shot a Tampa-area police officer and then ran him over early Sunday, killing the officer, police said. Marco Antonio Parilla Jr., 23, crashed his car into a pole and another vehicle after running over Tarpon Springs officer Charles Kondek.

‘The Interview’ will be distributed, Sony lawyer vows

“The Interview” will see the light of day, according to Sony lawyer David Boies. Boies appeared on NBC’s “Meet the Press” on Sunday and claimed that Sony’s controversial comedy “The Interview” “will be distributed.” How it will be distributed, however, he admitted is unclear right now.

Colorado River Delta plants making comeback

A spring release of water has reversed a 13-year trend of decline in plant and wildlife in the Colorado River Delta, according to findings released by scientists this month.

Some longtime crossing guards not coming back to Henderson schools

They see each kid for just a minute or two a day, but standing on the same corners, month after month and year after year, crossing guards become a part of children’s lives. When Henderson schools reopen in the new year, some guards won’t be on these corners.

 
Homeless man admits role in apartment fire

Three adults and nine children were displaced by an apartment fire overnight Saturday, according to the Las Vegas Fire Department. Investigators talked to a homeless man who they said was remorseful that he started the blaze.

‘Friends’ star cast as Robert Kardashian in O.J. Simpson series

“Friends” star David Schwimmer has signed on as Robert Kardashian in FX’s upcoming miniseries “American Crime Story: The People v. O.J. Simpson,” the network announced Friday.

Florida State QB Winston cleared in conduct hearing

Florida State quarterback Jameis Winston was cleared of the accusations he faced at a student code of conduct hearing involving an alleged sexual assault two years ago, according to documents obtained by The Associated Press on Sunday.

COPD throws challenges in the way of patients

About 24 million Americans suffer from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, commonly known as COPD. Many may not realize it is the cause of their distress and needs to be treated right away.

5 purchases you should never put on a debit card

When at the checkout line and a clerk asks, “debit or credit?” I have only one answer: credit. There are a number of reasons I never make debit card purchases — security, peace of mind, rewards — but perhaps the biggest reason is that I’ve learned how to use my credit card like a debit card.

Despite chill, exploring state parks a thrill during cooler months

Nevada’s 23 state parks, recreation areas and historic sites attract nearly 3.5 million visitors annually. Nearly all of the parks remain open all year, though weather and road conditions limit winter access to some remote parks.

 
‘Hobbit’ rules them all with $90.6M through weekend

Moviegoers helped Peter Jackson bid farewell to Middle Earth in style, pushing “The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies” to $90.6 million over its first five days in theaters.

Medicaid among many questions on health-care coverage

Asset recovery has been part of Medicaid rules since the early 1990s. For people on Medicaid, it’s income that matters, not net worth. That means it’s possible to qualify for the program even if you have retirement savings and a mortgage-free home.

Best of Las Vegas is looking for you — looking at you

It’s not too early to start thinking of Best of Las Vegas. In addition to voting, readers have a new way to participate: Send us your selfies.

Coroner identifies 2 killed in Saturday crash

The two men who were killed in a vehicle-motorcycle crash Saturday were identified Sunday by the Clark County coroner’s office.

Judge Mountain West by its best teams

Colorado State on Saturday afternoon proved that Mountain West football this season was arguably its worst since the league formed in 1999, falling to Utah 45-10 in the Las Vegas Bowl. Much depends on how Boise State fares against Arizona in the Fiesta Bowl on Dec. 31.

Ex-Findlay star Williams-Goss plays role as Huskies regain luster

He left Las Vegas two years ago a talented player with much potential. Saturday, Nigel Williams-Goss returned to town a player much closer to reaching that potential. The 6-foot-3-inch sophomore point guard from Findlay Prep has helped lead Washington back to national prominence.

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