County: Media interviews with Family Services workers need director’s approval

Clark County child welfare workers should have the freedom to voice job-related concerns to the news media, contends the union that represents them. But a Family Services media policy revision enacted by county officials in 2014 means they now have to get permission from the department director first.

Airport fitness center gives employees a workout

From flight attendants, baggage handlers and pilots to food and beverage workers, all employees connected to McCarran International Airport can pay to have access to the center.

2 shot in club party featuring T.I., Young Jeezy

Two people were shot Saturday at a nightclub party in Charlotte, North Carolina, featuring rappers T.I., Young Jeezy and Yo Gotti.

Blackstone exec ready to bet big on Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas

Blackstone Group executive Jonathan Gray doesn’t consider himself a gambler. But the New York City-based private equity fund is wagering $1.73 billion it can make The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas a shining jewel on the Strip.

Vegas experiencing cold rain before end-of-week warmth

If you find rainfall to be pleasant and live anywhere in Clark County, chances are you’re in luck Sunday afternoon, according to the National Weather Service said. Precipitation paid a visit to most of the valley.

Competing agencies contend for animal shelter contract

After more than a year of mewling and howling, Clark County leaders may soon decide who gets to run Nevada’s largest animal shelter. A county commissioners’ meeting set for March 17 could settle what appears to be a two-way race.

 
Ray Rice wants another chance at his football career

As disgraced running back Ray Rice seeks another shot to play in the NFL, he is attempting to put his domestic violence incident behind him and convince everyone else he is not a “monster.”

 
Tens of thousands march in memory of murdered Putin critic

Families, the old and young walked slowly, with many holding portraits of the opposition politician and former deputy prime minister who was shot dead while walking home from a nearby restaurant on Friday night.

 
Missing teens spotted on video near Turkey-Syria border

Images show the teens boarding a bus in Istanbul, Turkish HBR television reported. It’s the first sighting of the girls since they left London almost two weeks ago.

State Route 158 closed due to snow

The road, which connects Lee Canyon and Kyle Canyon roads near Mount Charleston, about 40 miles northwest of the Las Vegas valley, was shut down, NHP trooper Chelsea Stuenkel said.

Area 51 worker sees hope in Supreme Court ruling

Fred Dunham has battled state and federal agencies for 20 years while seeking compensation for health problems he blames on breathing toxic fumes from stealth coatings burned in open pits.

Contradiction arises in O’Reilly’s recounting of JFK story

Earlier this week, amid scrutiny about how O’Reilly has recounted some of his journalistic exploits, the liberal watchdog group Media Matters for America drew new attention to Morley’s fact-checking.

Calipari a ‘wonderful’ friend to Tarkanians

No one in Nevada wants to see a perfect season for John Calipari and top-ranked Kentucky more than Jerry Tarkanian’s family. Calipari was a special friend to the end.

Freak foot accident sidelines White Sox ace Chris Sale

Chicago White Sox ace Chris Sale suffered a fracture to his right foot while unloading his truck at home and will besidelined for at least three weeks, the team announced on Saturday.

Missing log cabin reported as stolen, found 2 days later

Sheriff’s deputies in Oregon are investigating the peculiar case of a log cabin that was reported stolen only to be found two days later less than a mile from where it was taken, authorities said Friday.

10 things you should never put on a credit card

If you think it’s OK to use your credit card for any and all purchases because of the swell perks and rewards you’ll get, think again. Here is a detailed list of things you should never pay for with a credit card, along with why it would be a terrible idea to do so.

 
‘Focus’ tops off weekend box office charts

The film had been projected to earn between $21 million and $23 million, so cue breathless stories about whether or not Will Smith’s fastball has lost some heat.

2 arrested in Pahrump home robbery, 1 still on the loose

The two robbers found the three residents asleep and one of them forced the 80-year-old man from one room to another to open a safe holding cash and valuables, the release said.

March 2015
Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
 1
2345678
9101112131415
16171819202122
23242526272829
3031  
MOST READ