Strip seen as prime territory for light-rail transit

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.

Cortez Masto stresses middle class at union pay summit

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.

St. Louis Rams get approval to move to Los Angeles

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.

Motorcyclist dead after collision with SUV in Henderson

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 dies at 96

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.

UFC middleweight contender Romero flagged for potential doping violation

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.

Eastbound I-215 closed near U.S. 95 in Henderson

Eastbound Interstate 215 is shut down near U.S Highway 95 in Henderson, according to the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada.

Coroner IDs body found at Las Vegas Academy

The Clark County coroner’s office has identified the man whose body was discovered Monday morning at Las Vegas Academy.

13 quick ways smart people save money

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.

RJ Picks: UNLV vs. New Mexico

The Rebels are 5-point favorites in Todd Simon’s head coaching debut at the Thomas & Mack tonight.

No Nevada lottery because gaming doesn’t want competition

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.

McGregor, Holm headline UFC 197 at MGM Grand

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.

 
You can buy the ‘Silence of the Lambs’ house for $250,000

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.”

Downtown Crown Pub opens on Wednesday

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.

Iran takes 2 US Navy boats, 10 sailors into custody

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 OKs $475K settlement in prison censorship case

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.

Saban bemoans long season after Alabama wins national title

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.

Illegal bookmaker’s case full of Las Vegas ties

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.

NASCAR paint schemes will be changing

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.

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