DraftKings asks Illinois court to rule on fantasy sports

Fantasy sports company DraftKings will ask a court to decide whether it can offer daily fantasy sports games in Illinois, after the state’s attorney general declared them illegal gambling.

10 Christmas movies to get you through the holidays

If you’re anything like me, Christmas has always been about the movies. And, since there’s still time to binge watch a few before the big day, here’s a list of my 10 favorite Christmas movies for inspiration:

 
‘Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer’ holiday song has roots in Lake Tahoe

The man behind the Christmas song, “Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer,” either the most loved or most loathed of the season and certainly one of its most memorable, has no problems being a one-hit wonder and says the song has been both “my blessing and my albatross.”

Salted Malted serves up new take on savory and sweet

A new bakery and creamery has opened in North Las Vegas with a special spot for Canadians and those who dabble in the art of snacking.

 
Black Lives Matter activists hold ‘Black Xmas’ demonstrations

Black Lives Matter held demonstrations in Minnesota and California on Wednesday to protest police killings of unarmed blacks, dubbing the day “Black Xmas” to show it could affect the economy on one of the busiest shopping days of the year.

 
Rolling Stone fights libel suit stemming from rape story

Rolling Stone is seeking to dismiss a libel suit by three former members of a University of Virginia fraternity who claim they were defamed in a published story about a frat house rape the magazine now admits never happened.

 
British PM investigating why Muslim family was barred from flight to Disneyland

British Prime Minister David Cameron’s office said on Wednesday it was looking into the case of a family of 11 British Muslims who were refused permission to board a flight from London to Los Angeles to visit Disneyland.

Man critically wounded in Jean shooting

A man was critically wounded in a shooting in Jean Wednesday night, according to Metro.

Las Vegas book briefs for Dec. 24-30, 2015

Actress Illeana Douglas plans to discuss her memoir “I Blame Dennis Hopper: And Other Stories From a Life Lived In and Out of the Movies” at 2 p.m. Jan. 3 at the 2191 N. Rainbow Blvd. Barnes & Noble.

 
NBA stars team up for anti-gun violence PSA

The Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund collaborated with the NBA and Spike Lee to create the public service announcement on ending gun violence.

Anxieties up? For-profit university offers free mental health screening

Feel the need to bypass your prefrontal cortex and get to the heart of what’s bugging you? Stroll down the hall to the play therapy room at the University of Phoenix’s Counseling Skills Center, at 3755 Breakthrough Way, in Las Vegas.

Police investigate east valley homicide

Las Vegas police are investigating the shooting of a man in an east valley apartment complex.

A La Carte: Dining events and news for Dec. 24-30, 2015

PT’s Entertainment Group has named Dave Otto as head brewmaster for its new concept, PT’s Brewing Co. Otto has more than 18 years of industry experience, most recently as head brewmaster for Big Dog’s Brewing Co.

 
At least 8 dead after deadly storm system strikes Southern US

Emergency crews were assessing damage on Thursday after a storm system packing high winds and spawning tornadoes tore through the southern and central United States, killing at least eight people and injuring scores.

Here are 4 easy ways to deal with stress during the holidays

Despite the myriad joys the season brings, it can be a stressful time for many of us. Between shopping, cooking, travel, parties, house guests, winter storms and shorter days, the holidays pile on the stress with little regard for the continued demands of our everyday lives.

20 best things to buy in 2016

The first few months of the year can be a great time to get stellar deals on items such as electronics, gym memberships and golf clubs. Read on to see the 20 best deals to watch for in early 2016.

Timpview tops Centennial in Capitol City Classic final

Levi Wilson scored 21 points Wednesday night to power Timpview (Utah) to a 64-60 win over Centennial in the championship game of the Capitol City Classic in Salem, Ore.

SMU, ineligible for postseason, takes Las Vegas Classic title in stride — PHOTOS

Given the fact this was the only basketball tournament Southern Methodist could win this season, it was a bit strange the Mustangs’ celebration was somewhat muted after they defeated Colorado 70-66 on Wednesday night to capture the Continental Tire Las Vegas Classic title.

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