New report reveals Grand Canyon bison are native to region

The effort to come up with a way to manage bison at Grand Canyon National Park has taken a turn back in time — thousands of years — to determine the massive animals’ roots.

Crews make progress against home-threatening fires in California, West

Firefighters battling home-threatening wildfires in the West caught a break overnight as gusty winds died down but with the region bracing for sweltering heat, Saturday’s respite could be brief, authorities said.

Arizona, Southwest prepare for heat wave with temps hitting 120

In 120 degree temperatures, some airplanes might not takeoff. Power grids strain as the outside air keeps transmission lines from cooling. And for desert dwellers, a cold bottle of water and some shade can mean the difference between life and death.

 
Drones with radiation detectors designed for nuclear emergencies

They look like miniature Reaper drones, but instead of laser-guided missiles and bombs under their wings, the Sandstorm drones will carry radiation detection sensors and optical imagery gear.

Las Vegas couple have fostered hundreds of youths in need

2008 was a big year for east valley resident Arturo Miramontes. It was the year he started working at the Cannery Warehouse in North Las Vegas and the year that he and his wife, Carolyn, decided to stop their futile efforts to have their own child and decided to start fostering children.

IOC offers full support for IAAF decision to ban Russians

The IOC threw its support behind the decision to ban Russia’s track and field team from the Rio de Janeiro Olympics and said Saturday it will take “further far-reaching measures” to crack down on doping ahead of the games.

Love, music unite couples at EDC weddings

It started just like any other wedding, with a jittery bride in the back of the chapel and an equally nervous groom, head bowed, at the front.

Flag-wearing EDC fans not afraid to show their passion for country

At Electric Daisy Carnival, there’s the typical rave attire — plastic kandi beads, rhinestone-encrusted bras, neon spandex and totems, the decorated poles often seen pumping up and down in the crowd.

Chelsea Clinton gives birth to second child, son Aidan

Presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton is a grandmother twice over. Chelsea Clinton announced Saturday that she has given birth to her second child, son Aidan.

EDC’s opening night spectacle is breathtaking

The crush of fans entering Las Vegas Motor Speedway for the first night of Electric Daisy Carnival was every bit as heavy as expected.

One injured in North Las Vegas crash

A crash in North Las Vegas on Saturday morning sent one person to the hospital, police said.

Vegas entertainers receive more protection after Christina Grimmie’s death

Christina Grimmie’s death at the hands of a fan is making performers and venues rethink security. “At this point, I’m not allowed to walk to my car at night without a manager or somebody escorting me,” Station Casinos singer Cali Tucker said Friday.

Twist at Mandarin Oriental to host wine tasting

Pierre Gagnaire, chef of Twist, will host Sips With the Master Sommelier with the resort’s Will Costello on Thursday at the restaurant.

You can see the Stanley Cup at the Hard Rock Hotel next week

Hockey fans will have an opportunity to view a display of the NHL’s array of trophies, including the Stanley Cup, beginning at 3 p.m. Saturday in the lobby of the Hard Rock Hotel.

High-accident areas to see improvements on Blue Diamond Road

Work is underway on traffic signals along state Route 160, aka Blue Diamond Road, at Fort Apache Road and El Capitan Way, with a projected end date set for October.

Ceiling fans: A new spin on cooling your home

We’re above the ho-hum spin of the typical, builder-grade utilitarian ceiling fan, and it’s time to switch to the modern beauty and flair of an art piece that can keep you cool.

Cool, wet spring not good for producing quality fruit

Our spring this year was cool and wet. Even our early summer was that way. This kind of weather was good for producing a lot of tomatoes but not necessarily for high-quality fruit from fruit trees.

Events

June 18

Repair guides to help drawer slide smoothly

Q: I have a cabinet drawer that no longer slides smoothly. I can move it side to side and up and down. How can I fix this?

 
Electric Daisy Carnival fly by from our eye in the sky

Ever wonder what’s it’s like to take a helicopter to Electric Daisy Carnival, whizzing above The Strip with stunning mountain vistas forming a picturesque backdrop? Wonder no more.

Why is the Takata air bag recall taking so long?

An acquaintance brought her Honda in for an oil change. She casually asked how long it was going to take to get the recalled air bag replaced. She was shocked to find out there is a six-month backlog.

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