Reader-submitted photos and adoptable pets, April 30-May 6, 2015

View Neighborhood News readers send photos of their pets and everyday lives, and View features photos of pets ready for adoption each week. To submit a photo, email View copy editor Anne King at aking@viewnews.com or mail to View, C/O Anne King, 1111 W. Bonanza Road, Las Vegas, NV 89125. Photos cannot be returned, and due to the high volume, they are often scheduled a month or two in advance.

 
New videos show BART cop slamming woman to ground

Newly released videos show a San Francisco transit officer slamming an intoxicated woman to the ground — an event she claims in a federal lawsuit broke bones teeth and bones in her face, and left her lying in a pool of blood.

What else $99.95 for the MayPac pay-per-view will get you

The $99.95 cost of the Floyd Mayweather Jr.-Manny Pacquiao fight is a bargain — compared to the $351,000 some guy was seeking for a floor seat Wednesday on StubHub. But compared to everything else you can get on your TV? Not so much.

Ex-Louisville basketball player cleared in rape case

A Kentucky grand jury said on Wednesday it would not indict a former University of Louisville basketball player and two other men who were accused of raping and sodomizing two women at an off-campus apartment.

Las Vegas May Day march expected to draw crowd; no traffic issues expected

Hundreds of people in Las Vegas are expected to take to the streets Friday as May Day marches unfold across the country, local organizers said Wednesday. No road closures are planned and no traffic issues are expected, according to Las Vegas police.

AT&T customer slapped with $24,000 monthly bill

An 83-year-old AT&T customer in the Los Angeles area is struggling to deal with a $24,000 phone bill after the enormous fees were linked to an AOL account.

 
Witness says Freddie Gray tried to injure himself in Baltimore police van

Freddie Gray, whose death after being injured in Baltimore police custody sparked rioting in the city, was “banging against the walls” of a police van and “was intentionally trying to injure himself,” a prisoner being transported with Gray has said, the Washington Post reported on Wednesday.

Metro showcases helicopter rescue process — VIDEO

Las Vegas police Wednesday simulated a helicopter rescue near Red Rock Canyon to spread the word about Search and Rescue officers and volunteers.

Police say man stabbed, killed taunting neighbor

A Mesa, Ariz., man was arrested on charges of first-degree premeditated murder after he allegedly stabbed and killed a neighbor taunting him.

Author Mosley to present ‘contrarian’ lecture at UNLV

Walter Mosley has written in about every genre, as well as numerous op-ed pieces. While not fond of labels, he just may be the perfect candidate to kick off The Jim Rogers Contrarian Lecture at the Beverly Rogers, Carol C. Harter Black Mountain Institute at UNLV May 7.

Nevada first lady testifies in favor of prescription monitoring bill

Nevada first lady Kathleen Sandoval testified Wednesday in favor of a bill praised for providing immunity for helping someone who overdoses on drugs but criticized by some doctors for adding to the bureaucratic load they must bear.

Chick-fil-A could be coming to Henderson

Plans to build a Chick-fil-A on Stephanie Street near Warm Springs Road seem to be in the preliminary stages at best. City spokesman Keith Paul said the proposal could go before the city planning commission in June.

Check out Rebels’ new football uniforms

UNLV will wear three different types of uniforms next season — in red, white and black. The name “Las Vegas” also is a prominent part of the new look.

Tiger Woods adds US Open, 4 other tournaments to schedule

Tiger Woods firmed up his upcoming playing plans on Wednesday by committing to five tournaments: the U.S. Open, British Open, Memorial tournament, Greenbrier Classic and Quicken Loans National.

Two sought in killing of Vegas Good Samaritan

Cassandra Lee Cassidy, 24, of Las Vegas, was gunned down in the 1300 block of Westwind Avenue, near Jones Road and Charleston Boulevard on the night of April 17 by people shooting from a white two-door car, police had said.

Nevada fishing report

While details have been light, the consensus is that fishing was good this past week at Lake Mead. This time of year anglers can find success working the openings of coves for stripers looking for shad.

Restaurateur’s traditional home built from his dreams — PHOTOS

Las Vegas restaurateur Fred Glusman is known for his celebrity-magnet Piero’s Italian Cuisine at 355 Convention Center Drive. For three decades, it has been the neon hub for the city’s elite and their famous guests.

Federal judge balks at enforcing subpoena for sealed state records

A federal judge on Wednesday refused to enforce a subpoena sought by prosecutors for records of a sealed state fraud case against a former Las Vegas church treasurer charged with stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from his congregation.

Now’s the time for Mayweather-Pacquiao

Las Vegas sees the much anticipated fight between Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao with billion-dollar eyes. But the fighters see it as history.

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