Video game giant Blizzard to buy ‘Candy Crush Saga’

Video game maker Activision Blizzard Inc said it will buy “Candy Crush Saga” creator King Digital Entertainment for $5.9 billion to strengthen its games portfolio.

SUNRISE GIRLS SOCCER: Gators keep shooting, top Valley

Green Valley girls soccer coach Catherine Davis might not have liked her team’s shot to goal ratio in the opening round of the Sunrise Region tournament on Monday.

Japan has beautiful autumn colors

Japan’s peak time for stunning fall colors is just weeks away.

 
Long-shot democratic candidate drops out of presidential race

Larry Lessig, the Harvard professor and Internet freedom advocate who waged a long shot bid for the Democratic presidential nomination, said on Monday that he is ending his presidential campaign.

Green Valley volleyball not about to quit on postseason

After missing out on the playoffs for the first time in her career last season, longtime Green Valley girls volleyball coach Erin Hill took a step back and attempted to find the source of her team’s abnormal drop off.

Notre Dame tutor fired in midst of sex scandal

A University of Notre Dame student has sued the Indiana school, alleging that a former tutor pressured him into having sex with her daughter and also arranged sexual encounters between the daughter and university athletes.

10 best and worst thoughts on money from Trump, Clinton and other presidential hopefuls

As presidential hopefuls like Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton compete for a chance to lead the U.S., they’ll need to prove their grits when it comes to the economy, among other issues. From their books to speeches and interviews, here are 10 of the best and worst pieces of money advice from 2016 presidential candidates.

Panthers survive Colts comeback to remain unbeaten

Carolina Panthers kicker Graham Gano atoned for a missed extra point by kicking a game-winning 52-yard field goal in overtime as the Panthers stayed unbeaten by defeating the Indianapolis Colts 29-26 on a rainy Monday night at Bank of America Stadium.

Police looking for friends of stabbing victim

Las Vegas police are looking for more information about a man killed in a stabbing Wednesday in a west valley parking lot.

Fiore files as Congressional candidate

Nevada Assemblywoman Michele Fiore, R-Las Vegas, has filed as a candidate with the Federal Election Commission to run for U.S. Rep. Joe Heck’s 3rd Congressional District seat.

Tuesday night’s ESPN documentary returns memories for Rancho grad Mike Pritchard

Mike Pritchard will share his emotions with the public as part of his past plays itself out on TV tonight. He will be at a viewing party beginning at 5 p.m. at Hi Scores Bar-Arcade in Henderson for the newest “30 for 30,” ESPN’s outstanding documentary series.

Is sitting still the new smoking?

Many of us have been told that fidgeting is a sign of anxiety, rudeness and a lack of concentration. But habitual fidgeting — tapping our feet, squirming, needing to move around — may actually help us live longer and healthier.

Cool weather expected to push into Vegas overnight

After record-setting warm temperatures Monday, the valley is about to cool down. And quickly, according to the National Weather Service.

Reid wants to use campaign funds for post-retirement assistant

Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid has asked the Federal Election Commission for an opinion on whether he can tap his campaign fund to pay for a full-time assistant after he’s retired from the Senate.

Buffalo Bills player apologizes for social media rant directed at fans

Wide receiver Sammy Watkins made some disappointing comments last week directed at Buffalo Bills fans who made some disparaging and cruel remarks on his Instagram account after he had posted a picture of himself and his daughter walking around at Disney World.

Ski resort changes name to Lee Canyon

Las Vegas Ski & Snowboard Resort has taken a “Back to the Future” approach to its new name.

EDITORIAL: If a company can build a courthouse, why not more mental health beds?

The private sector can help governments address a lot of challenges, especially when it comes to construction. A public-private partnership is helping the state justice system meet one urgent building need, and such a relationship should be formed immediately to tackle another.

LETTERS: Solar panel owners deserve proper credit for power

I recently purchased a solar panel system for my home, and I’ve learned that net metering has come under fire because nonsolar customers face higher bills to subsidize those who have solar panels. How is this possible?

Fire closes 95 northbound ramp from Flamingo

The on-ramp from Flamingo Road to northbound U.S. Highway 95 is closed because of a vehicle fire, according to the Clark County Fire Department.

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