Nevada gaming regulators start work on skill-based slot machine rules

State gaming regulators and gambling equipment company representatives discussed draft rules governing development and use of slot machines that include a skill-based element aimed at attracting younger players.

Lawsuit aims to declare Nevada minimum wage unconstitutional

Landry’s Inc. and Dotty’s Gaming and Spirits, among others, filed a federal lawsuit Friday in Las Vegas against Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval and the state’s labor commissioner, Shannon Chambers.

Two men indicted in death of 74-year-old woman

Two men accused in the death of a woman after an unapproved medical procedure in August have been indicted on murder charges, prosecutors said Wednesday.

‘Spider-Man’ alter ego will be biracial with a new name

When the first issue of the relaunched “Spider-Man” series hits comic book stores this fall, the face behind the mask will no longer be Peter Parker’s. The superhero’s alter ego will be Miles Morales, a biracial teenager.

Interior chief: Bundy will be held accountable

Interior Secretary Sally Jewell said Wednesday she is confident that Bunkerville rancher Cliven Bundy, who with armed supporters faced down federal officials over grazing cattle on public land, will be held accountable.

Woman’s FitBit watch disproves her rape story

A woman who said she was raped by an intruder while sleeping in her boss’ home was charged after police said her FitBit fitness watch disproved her claims.

Friendly’s ice cream spotted out west

A Taste of the Town reader gives a shout out: “For the very first time, Friendly’s ice cream is being sold in Nevada!”

Wine: Greg Norman Estates Malbec

Made in the greatest tradition and with a true eye for quality, it is a fabulous value that probably should cost at least twice as much if not more.

Utah inmate escaped in 1985, was free for 22 years

Lyndal Dale Ritterbush has experience with escapees. He was one for more than 22 years after escaping from the Utah State Prison in 1985.

Las Vegas tops list of most expensive restaurant cities

Las Vegas has been racking up the dining distinctions, but here’s one it may not want: According to a new study, this is the most expensive city in the country for dining out.

Sinatra attorney mocks impressionist’s drama

The attorney who represents the Frank Sinatra estate scoffed at the idea the family might shut down Bob Anderson’s Sinatra show at the Palazzo.

Black market butt injections caused severe health problems for RI woman

Sophelay Ouk, 30, of Rhode Island, didn’t realize her wish for a more voluptuous derriere would lead to additional, and dangerous, baggage. “I wanted the round butt. The whole J-Lo look,” Ouk said. But the cost of buying black market butt injections included pneumonia, coughing up blood, leg swelling and numb toes for this woman.

Youth council helps kids come out of shells, learn about the real world

After visiting with the mayor of Caldwell, Idaho, Las Vegas Mayor Pro Tem and Ward 6 City Councilman Steve Ross saw the difference that a youth council made in the city. In an area where problems included violence and graffiti, Ross learned how involving young people in the decision-making process could change problems overnight.

 
Authorities investigating if US spied on French leaders

U.S. and European security authorities are investigating whether a previously unknown leaker provided sensitive intelligence documents to WikiLeaks about alleged U.S. spying on French politicians, according to sources familiar with the matter.

Man who died at EDC identified

The 24-year-old man who died at the Electric Daisy Carnival early Sunday morning was identified Wednesday as Nicholas Austin Tom, of San Francisco.

U.S. motorists drive to new record in April

U.S. motorists drove a record number of miles in April as a resurgence in road travel that has lasted over a year showed no signs of easing.

White supremacists condemn church killings, predict more violence

White supremacists say they don’t condone last week’s shootings of nine black worshipers at a South Carolina church, many say they understand the motivation behind the attack and predict more attacks.

 
Cubs fan catches foul ball while holding his baby

Chicago Cubs fan Keith Hartley caught a foul ball with his right hand while holding and feeding his 7-month-old son, Isaac, with his left hand Tuesday night at Wrigley Field.

 
What Pixar teaches kids about spirituality

With the release of “Inside Out” this week, some writers are calling attention to characteristics Pixar films nurture in children — namely, spirituality.

The new Mini is not so mini

Mini, the British car brand famous for selling cute little cars with old-fashioned looks, is revealing its latest car, which is not quite mini.

 
Color-changing condom detects STIs

The so-called “S.T.EYE” condom is a conceptual design that changes color when it comes into contact with a sexually-transmitted infection such as chlamydia or syphilis.

5 hospitalized after rollover crash on I-15

The left lane of northbound Interstate 15 is re-opened after a rollover accident, according to Nevada Highway Patrol.

 
Netflix splitting its stock in seven-for-one split

Netflix announced Tuesday that it’s carrying out a seven-for-one stock split, meaning Netflix investors will receive seven shares for each one they currently own.

 
Boston bomber apologizes for attack; judge sentences him to death

Boston Marathon bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev on Wednesday apologized for the deadly 2013 attack at a hearing, and a U.S. judge formally sentenced him to death for the bombing and its aftermath.

10 ways to stay united once your children are grown

Your children have grown up and are setting up their own lives, but you also want to keep your family united. Here are 10 tips to help keep your family close.

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