Taijeron hits three homers, powers 51s back into first

Travis Taijeron hit three home runs and drove in four runs to propel the 51s to an 8-3 win over the Omaha Storm Chasers in a Pacific Coast League game Friday at Cashman Field.

UNLV freshmen Campbell, Thomas swap scrimmage highlights

When Xzaviar Campbell saw his fellow UNLV freshman running back and Houstonian Lexington Thomas pull off an amazing run Friday morning at Rebel Park, he knew he had to respond with one of his own.

Lindsey races against clock at Shriners Open

There’s no clock in golf, except if the marshal tells someone he’s playing too slow and to pick up the pace. But for Patrick Lindsey, time is his biggest enemy as he oversees preparations for the Shriners Hospitals for Children Open.

Holm relishes challenge against Rousey

There was a time when Holly Holm would have to rely on one of her friends calling with news of her next fight that had been posted on a blog or social media. Her phone must have been ringing off the hook Friday morning.

New defensive coordinator Baer says UNLV can’t dwell on past

Kent Baer would be smart to remind those UNLV football players he now coaches that you can’t begin the next chapter of your life by continuing to read the last one. One can only take so many horror stories.

Nevada Opera Theatre presents ‘Vintage Vegas’ fundraiser

Nevada Opera Theatre’s founder and artistic director Eileen Hayes welcomed members and guests to the third annual “Vintage Vegas” party July 19 in the Tropicana’s Havana Room.

Apple defends Dr Dre after he apologizes for hurting women

Apple Inc. came to the defense of rapper and Beats co-founder Dr Dre on Friday following his apology “to the women I’ve hurt” as reports of his past altercations with women resurfaced around the release of N.W.A. biopic “Straight Outta Compton.”

Now you can Yelp about that rude TSA agent

No longer must you limit your scathing, one-star reviews to that overpriced Italian restaurant with the lousy osso buco. Yelp has announced an agreement with the federal government to allow the TSA and other federal agencies to claim Yelp pages and respond to reviews.

EDITORIAL: Congress must make Internet service permanently tax-free

The Internet is the biggest platform for innovation and creativity the world has ever seen. It has revolutionized the way we communicate, research, entertain ourselves and do business. These changes have come about so quickly because, among other reasons, Internet service has been free of the taxation that boosts consumer costs for other forms of telecommunications.

 
Two bodies recovered, one person missing in Alaska landslide

Two bodies have been recovered and rescue crews were expected on Friday to resume searching for a third person who went missing after a building was destroyed in a landslide triggered by heavy rain in Alaska, state troopers said.

Joey Diaz filming special in Vegas

Comedian Joey “Coco” Diaz will be the next comedian to film a special at the locals-friendly South Point hotel in its $3 million showroom seating 400 at booths and tables.

Ranger school success reflects U.S. military’s opening to women

WASHINGTON — Two pioneering women who completed the daunting U.S. Army Ranger school this week said Thursday they hoped their historic achievement would open doors for other females as the Pentagon opens new roles, including elite Navy SEALs, to women.

Pauly D has been in Las Vegas for 3 years, and he loves it

I like talking with Pauly D, because he’s the friendliest and cheeriest reality star I’ve ever met. So since he will DJ this Sunday at Rehab pool party in the Hard Rock Hotel, I caught up with him on the phone.

 
Sharks bite two more people in South Carolina, Florida

ORLANDO, Fla. — A teenage boy in South Carolina and a young girl in Florida were recovering on Friday from shark bites suffered this week in the Atlantic Ocean, the latest in a series of attacks around the world this year.

Las Vegas moviegoers OK with tighter theater security

Las Vegans used to be able to see a new movie without attendants searching through their purses or backpacks. But now those going to a show at one of the 11 Regal cinemas in the Las Vegas Valley are being stopped on their way from the box office to the theater.

NV Energy says cap on net metering reached

CARSON CITY — NV Energy says the 235-megawatt cap on net metering capacity was reached at 8 p.m. Thursday.

Bo Jackson coaches home run hitters — PHOTOS

Ninety finalists competed in the inaugural FanDuel home run derby on Friday at the Big League Dreams park in Las Vegas, and they got some hitting tips from Bo Jackson.

Las Vegas bid for NHL franchise advances

Businessman Bill Foley’s bid for a National Hockey League team in Las Vegas has reportedly moved to the next phase of consideration. The NHL will continue evaluating Foley’s business plan for a franchise, which could potentially start playing at the new $375 million MGM Resorts International-AEG arena on the Strip by the 2017-18 season.

2015 Sandy Valley Football Capsule

Sandy Valley qualified for the playoffs for the first time in school history last season by capturing the No. 4 seed in the Division IV Southern League.

2015 Mountain View Football Capsule

Prior to last season, Mountain View had made the playoffs the previous seven seasons and was coming off consecutive state runner-up finishes.

2015 Pahranagat Valley Football Capsule

Pahranagat Valley will be looking to extend its nation-best winning streak (81 games) when it meets Wells on Aug. 28.

Ex-UNLV, Bishop Gorman player sues doctor over surgical procedure

Beau Orth’s career as a UNLV Rebel ended before it could get off the ground. An all-state safety his senior year for the 2008 state champion Bishop Gorman Gaels, Orth went on to start two games between his freshman and sophomore years as a Rebel.

Bullied girl gets support from ‘Star Wars’ fans

Nicolette Molina’s daughter Layla Murphy is fascinated with “Star Wars.” The 8-year-old found some of her father’s old toys around her Norfolk, Virginia home and immediately fell in love with that galaxy far, far away.

Houston’s Fiers tosses no-hitter

Right-hander Mike Fiers no-hit the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday, pitching the Houston Astros to a 3-0 win.

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