Oregon standoff sheds light on conservative sheriffs group

The actions of two rural Oregon sheriffs during an armed standoff at a national wildlife refuge were striking: One worked with federal officials to end the siege while the other questioned the FBI’s authority and offered words of support for the occupiers.

Man wanted in lewdness with minor case was Reno teacher

Washoe County School District officials have confirmed that a suspect in a lewdness with a minor case who was found dead before police could arrest him was a teacher for the district.

Joe Biden, Lady Gaga tickets available at UNLV

Tickets for a Thursday rally at UNLV featuring Vice President Joe Biden and Lady Gaga are being distributed Tuesday and Wednesday at the Thomas & Mack Center box office and the Student Union.

Toddler found in snow after midnight, mom found with crack cocaine

Police say a Pennsylvania woman whose toddler son was found crying outside in the snow after midnight was groggy when they arrived and had various drugs in her possession, including crack cocaine.

Las Vegas Rock ‘N’ Roll Marathon, Half Marathon registration opens

The marathon, which is scheduled for Nov. 13, is billed as “the world’s largest nighttime running event.” Last year, more than 45,000 runners participated, racing through the closed down The Strip at night.

 
PayPal pulls plans to bring 400 jobs to NC over anti-LGBT law

PayPal says it’s canceling plans to bring 400 jobs to North Carolina after lawmakers passed a law that restricts protections for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people.

 
Twitter is going to stream ‘Thursday Night Football’ games this season

When the league negotiated its latest deal for the Thursday package, it decided to sell the streaming rights separately for an “over the top” broadcast. This past season, it partnered with Yahoo to stream a game from London that took place on a Sunday morning in the United States.

Cats with medical issues find care, comfort in nonprofit’s hospital sanctuary

There’s a place in the northwest where cats with chronic illnesses can live out the rest of their lives in peace. The felines are treated to love and care inside a specialized sanctuary at the Poppy Foundation inside the Bonanza Cat Hospital, 6620 Sky Pointe Drive, home to 150 cats, most of which require medication and constant care.

More than anything, Las Vegas 51s manager Wally Backman wants to win

There’s a common perception that it’s not about winning in the minor leagues, that it’s about developing players, or why else would the big league teams call up a bunch of guys in September right when the Triple-A playoffs are starting?

 
Man charged in robbery of Knicks player Cleanthony Early

Delvon Dowling told authorities he was part of a group that robbed and shot Cleanthony Early of the New York Knicks on December 30 outside of a strip club in Queens.

T-Mobile Arena filled with head-turning features — PHOTOS

The T-Mobile Arena opens Wednesday, but it’s been building to that crescendo for quite awhile. Take a look at some of the most impressive features as they appeared before the doors were ready to open.

Warm and windy in Las Vegas Valley; chance of rain by Friday

Death Valley could see its first 100-degree day of the year and temperatures are expected to drop more than 10 degrees as a storm rolls in to the Las Vegas Valley this weekend, according to the National Weather Service.

10 times being cheap will cost you more

When you’re trying to cut costs, it can be tempting to trim your budget to the bone by always opting for the cheapest choice available. Unfortunately, there are times when being cheap can actually cost you more in the long run.

United Health Foundation pledges $3 million toward new UNLV medical school

A grant is nudging the nascent UNLV School of Medicine closer to its fundraising goals. The United Health Foundation has awarded the school a $3 million grant to develop educational programs and three planned community clinics.

Villanova’s Jenkins realizes his destiny

Ten years ago, the death of an 11-month-old little girl pointed Kris Jenkins on a journey that was both frightening and unknown. Pointed him towards his destiny.

Here’s who we think could sell out T-Mobile Arena

Although new stars are being added frequently to T-Mobile Arena’s line-up of shows, here are a few big names that we think could sell out the 20,000-seat venue.

Sierra Vista uses bunts to befuddle Boulder City

Two well-placed bunts led to two first-inning runs, and junior Kalei Watkins pitched a gem to lead Sierra Vista to a 7-0 win over visitingBoulder City in a matchup of the two defending league champions in the Division I-A Southern Region.

Nevada justices hear case affecting minimum-wage earners

The Nevada Supreme Court questioned lawyers Monday on whether rules adopted by the state labor commissioner illegally allow employers to skirt a requirement to pay a higher minimum wage by simply offering health insurance.

UFC middleweight Romero accepts reduced suspension

Ultimate Fighting Championship middleweight contender Yoel Romero has accepted a 6-month sanction stemming from a violation of the organization’s anti-doping policy.

Police investigating suicide following bondsmen’s arrest attempt

Las Vegas police are investigating a suicide that occurred Monday morning after bail bonds firm representatives showed up to arrest a man in a recreational vehicle parked on a road off state Route 160.

Nevada Supreme Court hears defamation case that hinges on a hyperlink

A First Amendment case pitting Las Vegas Sands Chairman and CEO Sheldon Adelson against a national Jewish political organization over an online petition posted by the group in 2012 was argued Monday in front of the Nevada Supreme Court.

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