Man, 67, found slain in Henderson

A 67-year-old man was found slain in a home on the southern edge of Henderson Saturday morning, police said.

SOFTBALL: Wildcats surprise Aggies in eight innings

Samantha Taylor and Sabrina Saldate scored on a wild throw with two outs in the top of the eighth to Saturday lift Las Vegas High’s softball team to a 9-7 win at No. 6 Arbor View.

Washington Digest: Senate confirms Lynch as new AG

The U.S. Senate broke a five-month impasse last week in voting to confirm federal prosecutor Loretta Lynch to become attorney general.

Grandmother calls for changes to Clark County child abuse hotline

Before two of her grandchildren died while in the care of their meth-addicted mother, Mary Lafia called in multiple reports to the Clark County Department of Family Services’ child abuse hotline.

Supporters plan fundraiser for Metro officer struck by car

They are often the targets of fists, knives and bullets, but police also have to face the same everyday dangers as the rest of the community. Even the biggest, bravest cop can get hit by a car.

Getaways Calendar, May 2015

The region embraces spring with a variety of outdoor activities, while preparing for Memorial Day observances.

County launches massive Strip pedestrian project

It’s going to be more difficult than ever for tourists to bump into things on the Strip. Clark County has started relocating posts, sign poles and fire hydrants.

Where plushy pals go to get well (and kids go to learn)

Summerlin Hospital’s Teddy Bear Clinic not only offers a cure for PCD (Plushy Companion Disease) but teaches schoolchildren about what goes on in a hospital.

2 people injured in Kentucky moonshine distillery explosion

An explosion leveled a western Kentucky distillery, authorities said on Saturday, injuring two workers at one of the few facilities permitted by the commonwealth to produce moonshine.

 
7 players disciplined after on-field fist fight

Six players were suspended and a seventh fined by Major League Baseball on Saturday following Thursday’s benches-clearing brawl between the Chicago White Sox and Kansas City Royals.

Man killed in Friday night motorcycle crash identified

Preliminary investigation indicates that about 7:30 p.m. Friday, he was riding a maroon and white 2002 Yamaha Classic eastbound on State Route 160, near Mountain Springs, when the motorcycle left the travel lane and drifted through a paved shoulder, NHP wrote in the release.

Preparations begin for Rock In Rio — PHOTOS

Rock in Rio, one of the largest music festivals in the world, was started in 1985 in Brazil and the Las Vegas edition is its first in the United States.

LSU hosts annual crawfish boil on Fremont

Louisiana expats will get their hands dirty at the 12th annual LSU Crawfish Boil, starting noon Saturday at the Fremont Street Experience and 3rd Street Stage.

Tivoli Village boutique specializes in all things unique

For the past year, d’annata has been gaining a loyal following at Tivoli Village. The nearly 1,400-square-foot store gets its name from the Italian word for “vintage.” Patrons say it has its own personality.

 
Coyote captured in Manhattan cafe

Police captured a young, female coyote outside a cafe in a residential area of lower Manhattan on Saturday, the latest in a series of coyote sightings in New York City, where an increasing number of the predators are making their home.

How to save money for vacation from 11 travel experts

From using social media to score last-minute flight deals to which cities are surprisingly affordable, check out what expert travelers from the Travel Channel, Budget Travel and more have to say about how to save money for vacation travel plans.

4 problems in youth sports today

It is estimated that over 21.5 million children between the ages of 6 and 17 play team sports. This data collected by ESPN also found that 60 percent of boys and 47 percent of girls are already on teams by age 6.

How your children can benefit from owning a pet

A dog, cat, guinea pig or iguana can be a child’s best friend in ways you might not expect. Research shows how pets can benefit a child’s physical and emotional well-being.

Peyton Manning donating $3M to University of Tennessee

Manning, a five-time Most Valuable Player who is entering his 18th NFL season, and his wife, Ashley, made the announcement Friday in Knoxville, Tenn., one day before the Volunteers’ annual spring game.

Henderson charter school delayed to 2016

The Coral Academy of Science charter school has pushed back until 2016 its controversial plan to open a new Henderson campus.

Vegas developer turns one-time saloon into craft-beer tavern — PHOTOS

In his first foray away from his restaurants on the Strip, Jonathan Fine has converted the old Roadrunner country-western themed saloon in the west valley into an ultracasual craft beer tavern with 250 beers and space to watch sports and play games.

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