A transmission line that is expected to significantly increase Nevada’s ability to export clean energy will soon be under construction in Clark County.
The Strip is a prime location for a light-rail system because farebox revenue generated by the system would likely pay for operation and maintenance as well as some of the cost of building it.
Catherine Cortez Masto, a Democratic candidate for the seat of retiring U.S. Sen. Harry Reid, said Tuesday that barriers to the middle class need to be torn down.
A New York man was arrested on attempted unlawful imprisonment, child endangerment and burglary after he told a nanny she was “pushing a dead baby” in a stroller and then followed her home.
The St. Louis Rams are moving to Los Angeles after National Football League owners voted to approve their relocation efforts on Tuesday and gave the San Diego Chargers the option to join them.
A former Las Vegas police officer was indicted by a federal grand jury Tuesday on felony charges of roughing up a woman he suspected was a prostitute.
Speed and failure to yield are being blamed for a crash Tuesday afternoon that left a motorcyclist dead, according to an initial police investigation.
Baseball Hall of Famer Monte Irvin, a star for the New York Giants during the 1950s who arrived in the major leagues two years after Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier, died Monday at age 96 of natural causes at his home in Houston.
Ultimate Fighting Championship middleweight contender Yoel Romero has been notified of a potential violation of the organization’s Anti-Doping Policy by the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency, the UFC announced in a statement Tuesday afternoon.
An American Airlines flight heading from Los Angeles to New York made an emergency landing Tuesday afternoon at McCarran International Airport.
Eastbound Interstate 215 is shut down near U.S Highway 95 in Henderson, according to the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada.
The Clark County coroner’s office has identified the man whose body was discovered Monday morning at Las Vegas Academy.
Taking control of your finances might seem like a daunting and time-consuming task. However, there are actually several money-smart moves you can make in a matter of minutes.
The Rebels are 5-point favorites in Todd Simon’s head coaching debut at the Thomas & Mack tonight.
Former Assemblyman Pat Hickey, R-Reno, who announced his retirement from the Nevada Legislature last year, will serve on the State Board of Education and fill the seat vacated by late member Dave Cook.
Nevadans driving to Primm or even Baker, Calif., for the chance to buy a lottery ticket in Wednesday’s Powerball drawing might wonder why they can’t just drive to their local convenience store to make the purchase.
One of the worst kept secrets in mixed martial arts finally has been confirmed. The Ultimate Fighting Championship announced Tuesday that two title fights will headline UFC 197 on March 5 at the MGM Grand Garden.
Are you still searching for ways to spend your winnings after you hit the Powerball jackpot on Wednesday? Consider purchasing the home used in “The Silence of the Lambs.”
The Downtown Crown Pub, in the site of the former Bar + Bistro at 107 E. Charleston Blvd., has a tentative opening time of 5 p.m. Wednesday, said Ron Schultz, co-owner with Ernesto Perdono.
Two U.S. Navy boats were taken into Iranian custody on Tuesday but Iran has told the United States that the crews will be returned “promptly,” U.S. officials said.
State officials Tuesday approved $475,000 to settle a complaint over censorship of inmate publications that was initially addressed in a lawsuit filed 15 years ago.
Boyd Gaming Corp. has caught the eye of the investment community, primarily due to a reinvigorated Las Vegas locals market.
The UNLV Rebels (9-7) return to their home court tonight at the Thomas & Mack to host the New Mexico Lobos (10-6). Here’s everything you need to know to watch.
A year ago when Ohio State routed Oregon 42-20 to win the national championship, the Buckeyes emerged from the game feeling as if they wouldn’t have had enough left if there had been another round of the playoffs.
Gasoline prices are falling in Nevada — but not as fast as national prices, AAA reported on Tuesday.
For millions of music fans, the death of David Bowie earlier this week evoked feelings of loss similar to those they may have felt when a parent, family member or close friend died.
Just about everybody, bosses and employees alike, can understand the potential pitfalls of the workplace romance.
It’s always good to have friends. Steve Fisher and Dave Rice were rivals for years on the basketball court but always friendly away from the game.
You win some and lose some, as any sports fan will tell you, but every illegal bookmaker knows the real challenge comes when it’s time to pay and take.
In baseball, they used to say you can’t tell the players without a scorecard. In NASCAR, you can’t tell the drivers without a paint scheme placard.