Cause of death released for woman found under trailer

The Clark County coroner’s office has determined the cause and manner of death for a woman whose body police said was hidden under a trailer by her ex-boyfriend in April.

Mayweather-Pacquiao opinion poll

Floyd Mayweather Jr. is about a 2-1 favorite over Manny Pacquiao in Saturday’s fight at the MGM Grand Garden. Here’s a survey of opinions from Las Vegas Review-Journal staff members, other media, oddsmakers and professional handicappers.

Vegas judge tells Sheldon Adelson, ‘You don’t get to argue with me’

District Judge Elizabeth Gonzalez told casino developer Sheldon Adelson: “Sir, you don’t get to argue with me. You understand that?” It was Adelson’s second day of testimony at the hearing in Las Vegas. At issue is whether Gonzalez has jurisdiction over Sands China Ltd. in the case.

 
How much do you know about the Riviera? — QUIZ

In just three days, the Las Vegas valley will be losing an iconic hotel-casino that has stood for decades. How well do you know it?

 
13th day of deliberation in Etan Patz case ends without decision

Jury deliberations ended a 13th day on Friday with no verdict in the trial of a former deli worker who confessed to the 1979 killing of Etan Patz, a New York City boy whose picture was among the first to appear on milk cartons in a U.S. campaign to locate missing children.

Here’s your ‘megafight’ weekend celebrity nightclub checklist

So many celebrities are hosting and performing in nightclubs this weekend that my schedule looks like a ledger of star wars battling for fans. You can thank the crowds in town for the Kentucky Derby, the fight, and Cinco de Mayo weekend.

Body found in suitcase along I-80 in Utah may be missing Las Vegas woman

Utah authorities are working with the Metropolitan Police Department to see if a female body found in a suitcase more than 400 miles north of Las Vegas is that of the woman last seen with her mother’s husband before he killed himself in November.

Creel Printing plans $20 million in upgrades

Creel Printing recently announced a $20 million commitment to install upgrades in its Las Vegas facilities.

Labor Day Telethon dies; championed by Jerry Lewis

After nearly a half century of star-studded cameos and Jerry Lewis-led crooning, the Muscular Dystrophy Association’s annual Labor Day telethon is no more.

 
6 Baltimore police officers charged in Freddie Gray’s death

Six Baltimore police officers will face charges in the death of Freddie Gray, the city’s prosecutor said Friday in an unexpected announcement that brought cheers from protesters and words of protest from the police union.

Nevada lawmakers given $6.3 billion revenue projection to work with

Nevada’s Economic Forum on Friday projected $6.3 billion in general fund tax revenue for the upcoming two-year budget cycle, a figure that legislators must use to finish the state’s budget.

B.B. King in hospice at Las Vegas home

Blues legend B.B. King told fans through his website: “I am in home hospice care at my residence in Las Vegas. Thanks to all for your well wishes and prayers.”

 
Detroit prosecutor resigns after controversial Facebook post

A Detroit prosecutor who said on Facebook that people involved in Baltimore rioting should be shot has resigned, after her comments ignited fierce criticism, the prosecutor’s office said on Friday.

Fire closes Chili’s, customers not charged for meals

It wasn’t sizzling fajitas that had firefighters responding to a blaze at a south valley Chili’s on Friday, the Clark County Fire Department said. The department responded to a dumpster fire that spread to the building at 7530 Las Vegas Blvd. South.

 
Iowa declared state of emergency as bird flu spreads

Iowa Governor Terry Branstad declared a state of emergency on Friday due to a rapidly expanding avian flu outbreak, saying the entire state was at risk from the spread of the disease.

New research says bullying is so much more than physical

New research has found that children who are bullied are more likely to develop social and mental health problems in adulthood than children who are physically abused.

Cosmic rays, not aliens, may thwart mission to Mars

It may not be space debris, errant asteroids or even malevolent aliens that thwart astronauts on any mission to Mars. It may be the ubiquitous galactic cosmic rays.

Top 5 moments in Mayweather’s career

There are many great moments in Floyd Mayweather Jr.’s career. He has dominated several weight classes and has yet to taste defeat.

Las Vegas man falls to his death at Grand Canyon

A Las Vegas man visiting the Grand Canyon with his family fell to his death Thursday afternoon, according to the National Park Service.

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