Inmate facing 24 years switches identity and escapes Washington jail

A man convicted of kidnapping and aggravated assault walked out of a Washington state jail after switching identities with a fellow inmate, triggering a manhunt by federal and local authorities, officials said on Friday.

Retail sales post biggest jump in a year

Sales at retailers jumped in April by the most in a year, indicating consumer spending will help the U.S. economy recover from an early-year slowdown.

This week’s 5 best bets for what to watch

This week’s picks for movies, TV and streaming video include “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” and “The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari.”

VW’s bottom-rung Passat is great value

The Passat is the roomiest sedan that Volkswagen offers in the U.S., and not only has it been thoroughly “Americanized,” it is also built here — in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Volkswagen rolled out the first Passat back in 1973, making it older than many of the people who buy it today, and the 2016 version is its eighth generation.

BMW electrifies its X5 SAV

When is a transmission not just a box of gears? When it’s the 8P75XPH, a brand-new device — and concept — from ZF, the German supplier of automatic transmissions to many high-end cars. Not only does it offer eight speeds ahead and one in reverse, it also tucks a powerful electric motor inside its housing, where it can help out a vehicle’s gasoline engine right at the source, as it were.

Chrysler Pacific: Not your typical minivan

Just how significant is the new Pacifica minivan? Important enough to obliterate the Town &Country name, because, quite frankly, Chrysler doesn’t want you thinking about it. At all. Ever. The Pacifica is mind bleach. Your memory wipe.

Valley High teacher receives Chevy sedan for Teacher Appreciation Week

Jamie Tadrzynski’s dedication to the field of education was rewarded May 6 when she was honored as the recipient of a blue 2016 Sonic LT Turbo Sedan compliments of Findlay Chevrolet. The award capped Teacher Appreciation Week. Tadrzynski teaches world history and AP human geography at Valley High School.

Pink and black Jeep Wrangler finds a fitting home

With an extensive selection of new and used vehicles, Chapman Automotive boasts a vehicle for everyone at a price — and color — that fits any budget. Customer Bobbie Nemetz, who recently purchased a 2015 pink and black Jeep Sahara Wrangler, is a testament.

Local group stresses benefits of meditation, prayer on health

The Southern Nevada Institute for Spirituality in Healthcare believes a contemplative practice of meditation or prayer brings the mind, body and spirit together, resulting in better health care outcomes.

 
Feds say public schools must allow transgender students access to restrooms

Public schools must permit transgender students to use bathrooms and locker rooms consistent with their chosen gender identity, according to an Obama administration directive issued amid a court fight between the federal government and North Carolina.

Entity betting could be next big wave in Nevada wagering

Chris Connelly is the founder of Contrarian Investments LLC, one of the first established sports betting entities in Nevada. Entity betting could provide a significant boost to the state’s handle.

Ukrainian tennis player Anna Bogoslavets finds new home with UNLV

Anna Bogoslavets, a freshman on a UNLV roster that features only foreign players, is a young woman from the Ukrainian capital of Kiev who will shatter the single-season record for winning percentage. She is 24-1 entering the NCAA Tournament on Friday.

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