New Year’s hangovers linger, but many businesses offer a cure

Chris Giles’ condition wasn’t life threatening, but his symptoms Thursday morning jeopardized the investment he and wife, Nikki, had made in their New Year’s week in Las Vegas. Still, the couple was on their way to a cure from nonstop drinking.

Summerlin area’s development forecast looks strong for 2015

With the new year comes a chance to look at what’s ahead for the Summerlin area. Retail developments such as Downtown Summerlin and Village Square are welcoming new stores and restaurants, while Tivoli Village plans to complete its second phase. New homes and more high-end communities are also set to come online in Summerlin.

When the party’s over, the cleanup workers turn on the lights

When the party was over, garbage truck drivers turned on their lights. And the massive work to cleaning up the New Year’s Eve confetti-lined celebration on the Strip began.

 
Ga. police chief’s wife critical after being shot

The wife of the police chief in Peachtree City, Georgia, is in critical condition with a gunshot wound, the Peachtree City Police Department said Thursday.

Capitals top Blackhawks in Winter Classic

Troy Brouwer scored a powerplay goal with 13 seconds left in regulation as the Washington Capitals rang in the New Year with a thrilling 3-2 win over the Chicago Blackhawks at the outdoor Winter Classic on Thursday.

Ex-Alaskan senator to lead Nevada pot company

Former U.S. Democratic Sen. Mike Gravel said on Wednesday he would head a Nevada company that develops and markets cannabis throat lozenges and other products in states that have taken steps to legalize weed.

Suicide bomber wounds 8 churchgoers in Nigeria

A suicide bomber blew himself up at the gates of a church in Nigeria’s northeastern city of Gombe during a New Year service, wounding eight people, an official for Nigeria’s Red Cross told Reuters on Thursday.

2015 isn’t quite the 2015 in ‘Back to the Future II’

There are only nine months left to get that flying car designed and in production. The Internet has reminded us of the very specific vision “Back to the Future II” had for October 21, 2015.

Mob Museum continues to grow, one exhibit at a time

The Mob Museum recently added new exhibits on its tour. It is also adding audio tours that will be available in English, Spanish, Mandarin and Portuguese.

This is the most popular financial resolution for 2015

Although the end of the year can be stressful, it also evokes that natural inclination to look back, reflect, and resolve to make positive changes in the new year. For many, that means getting their finances on track once and for all.

Give a little to the theater, get a lot in return

It takes more than acting, singing, dancing or directing to produce a play. Bringing the written word to the stage also requires a boatload of other abilities that pretty much anyone could handle. And volunteering is a great way to learn something new and make new friends.

Taste of the Town readers help out

Taste of the Town readers find Jack Daniel’s mustard, cioppino in a bottle, juniper berries and chicken mole.

Former Alaska senator to lead Nevada cannabis company

Former U.S. Democratic Senator Mike Gravel, who represented Alaska in the 1970s, said on Wednesday he would head a Nevada company that develops and markets cannabis throat lozenges and other products in states that have taken steps to legalize weed.

Small Plates: New Books for Cooks

Panko-crusted rack of lamb with green onion hoisin from the “Flavors of Aloha: Cooking With Tommy Bahama”

Small Plates: Dining Out

Fulton Street Food Hall at Harrah’s is more than a food court. The cluster of restaurants offers food is chef-driven and in some cases has sit-down dining with table service.

LeBron to miss 2 weeks with knee, back strains

Cleveland Cavaliers star LeBron James will be sidelined for two weeks with left knee and lower back strains, the team announced Thursday.

Here’s your guide to midseason TV

After rolling out 24 new shows in the fall, broadcasters have 17 additional new series lined up to go this winter and spring, with several more waiting in the wings when those don’t catch on.

 
‘Cold dust devil’ wind sends tents flying at Rose Bowl pregame event

A freak funnel of wind struck a concession area outside the Rose Bowl stadium in Pasadena during a pregame event on Wednesday, tossing tents and canopies through the air and slightly injuring four people, a fire department official said.

 
Sony expands ‘The Interview’ release to more theaters, streaming services

Sony Pictures Entertainment has reached agreements with top U.S. cable, satellite and telco TV providers to distribute “The Interview” via video-on-demand and pay-per-view services, and the studio said more than 250 additional independent theaters will exhibit the movie starting Friday.

 
Death toll rises to 36 in NYE stampede in Shanghai

A stampede killed at least 36 people during New Year’s Eve celebrations in Shanghai, authorities said, but police denied reports it was caused by people rushing to pick up fake money thrown from a building overlooking the city’s famous waterfront.

 
Foster home suspended after 6-year-old’s death

The Minnesota Department of Human Services has temporarily suspended the license of a Brooklyn Park foster home where a 6-year-old girl died.

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