Rain coming to Vegas, but warm temps will stay awhile

Snow will return to the Spring Mountains and light rain is possible in the Las Vegas Valley on Sunday, but with continued unseasonably warm temperatures, according to National Weather Service meteorologist John Adair.

Petition challenging Vegas soccer stadium gets signatures with ease

Las Vegans opposed to using taxpayer funds to help build a $200 million downtown soccer stadium had no trouble Saturday gathering signatures on a petition to put the project on the June 2 municipal election ballot.

Philharmonic violinist, conductor share ‘Rising Star’ spotlight

Violinist Bella Hristova’s musical journey began in Bulgaria, conductor Rei Hotoda’s in Chicago. But their separate musical paths led them to one place: The Smith Center, where they’ll share the spotlight during Saturday’s “Rising Star” concert.

5 killed after truck crashes, rolls on top of minivan

Five people, including two children and a pregnant woman, were killed early Saturday in Maryland after truck crashed and rolled over on top of a minivan, state police said.

Week-by-week guide to getting your financial life in order

Instead of making a financial resolution you won’t keep (again), follow this easy week-by-week guide to getting your financial life in order. Make 2015 the year you finally get it together.

Sam Boyd gets ready for rugby

Rugby players from around the world return to Las Vegas next month. Before the fast-paced action begins on the field — and in the stands — the organizers have to turn the turf football field at Sam Boyd Stadium into a rugby pitch with skinny goalposts, touch and try lines — and living grass.

 
American Bald Eagles spotted on Lake Mead, Mohave

National Park Service volunteers who were among three dozen observers and biologists assigned to record raptors and wildlife sightings on lakes Mead and Mohave for the annual Jan. 6 nationwide Midwinter Bald Eagle Survey.

‘Rumors’ starts year off with plenty of laughs

As a critic, you know a production is pretty decent when the curtain drops on Act Two and you haven’t taken many notes because you’ve been too busy enjoying the show.

 
4 men shot dead in San Francisco

Gunfire erupted at about 10 p.m. local time in the Hayes Valley neighborhood, said the San Francisco Chronicle newspaper, citing police.

Real ID: Extra driver’s license security good for air travelers

If you travel on commercial airliners and use your Nevada driver’s license as an identification card when you pass through the security line at the airport, you’re going to have to spice up your ID card the next time you renew it.

College Football Playoff championship players to watch

There is plenty of talent gathering in Arlington, Texas, for Monday’s College Football Playoff championship matching Oregon and Ohio State. Here are the key players to watch.

Woman wounded in Fremont Street shooting

A woman suffered injuries Las Vegas police say are not life-threatening after being shot in the leg Friday night. The woman, between the ages of 20 and 30, was transported to University Medical Center after being shot at 2540 Fremont St., south of Charleston Boulevard, about 8:20 p.m., according to Metro Police Lieutenant Yaz Yatomi.

 
Political prisonors released to improve US and Cuba relationship

Cuba’s commitment to free 53 prisoners was a key part of the historic deal announced on Dec. 17 under which the Cuban and U.S. governments agreed to renew diplomatic relations after more than 50 years of hostilities.

Nevada’s kids need their own state song

We have “Home Means Nevada,” but with much of the state’s population in urban Southern Nevada, where the only “silvery rills” are in the fountains of Bellagio and Caesars Palace, maybe an official song for children is what Nevada’s youngsters need to prepare them for the challenges of surviving in the Silver State.

Former Air Force captain now runs Tronox Henderson plan

Many people drive by Tronox’s Henderson complex without knowing what goes on inside. The vacant land and access to power and water from Lake Mead made it an ideal location for Tronox’s Henderson plant. The plant’s chemicals are used to make batteries for children’s toys or household products.

Nordic countries lead shift into cashless society

Helped by wide use of computers even among the elderly, broad trust in the state and big business and only small black economies, people in Sweden and neighboring countries are fast embracing cards, the Internet and apps for financial transactions, and forsaking notes and coins.

Inspire Theater aims to become cultural draw downtown

For the past year, the establishment has worked to offer more than a cup of coffee or a cocktail by bringing programing to the downtown area, such as movies and a speakers’ series.

Rebels suddenly stuck in reverse

UNLV is falling from contender status as it prepares to host San Jose State at 7 p.m. today at the Thomas & Mack Center, where a struggle in the conference cellar does not figure to draw a captive audience.

no signs of burnout

Living in the desert lends itself to a lot of talk about the hot summer days where the mercury tops 100 degrees. It’s the last place outsiders would think of as a hotbed for selling fireplaces and other fire-related amenities. But Luke Hoffman is one of many people living in the desert who says buying a home in Las Vegas without a fireplace just doesn’t feel right.

Planting in cold part of winter could cause damage

Q: We are redoing our front yard and finishing up the drip lines. Is it too late in the season to put in new plants now? We are planning on lantana, society garlic, red yucca, Mexican bird of paradise and some deer grass.

Unusual Brothel Lady statue fetches high price

Mysterious antiques and collectibles often appear in shops and shows. Price is then decided by how unusual the collectible is, how attractive it is and how it can be used.

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