Fly-fishing for Scottish pike brings adventure to vacation

Though our main purpose in traveling to Scotland was for our daughter’s college graduation, I couldn’t overlook the chance to experience fly-fishing in the birthplace of the sport.

False alarm triggers UNLV active shooter alert

The alert was sent at 2:50 p.m. and read “ACTIVE SHOOTER! EMERGENCY! There is a suspect with a firearm on the UNLV campus.” It also included, “THIS IS NOT A TEST!”

Greg Maddux joins UNLV as assistant baseball coach

Greg Maddux, the Baseball Hall of Fame pitcher and 1984 Valley High School graduate, will join the UNLV baseball team as a volunteer pitching coach starting in the fall.

Remembering a giver who gave wisely

Las Vegan Barbara Mulholland was devoted to philanthropy that showed results. Her efforts stretched far beyond just writing checks.

Instances of crime on the downswing, cases being solved in Summerlin, Las Vegas police say

Sheriff Joe Lombardo is a man of his word. No question about it. And almost 300 residents of Sun City Summerlin can attest to that, especially after hearing Lt. Nick Farese explain how an increased police presence — just as Lombardo promised — has helped ward off the wave of burglaries and robberies that hit the retirement community earlier this year.

Ethiopian businesses, community begin to flourish in Las Vegas

In the last year, an Ethiopian-owned restaurant, coffee shop, and driving school have taken root in the Flamingo Business Centre, joining a hub of Ethiopian businesses across the street.

Three charged in roulette-cheating conspiracy at Iowa casino

A supervisor at an Iowa casino, a dealer and a patron have been charged with conspiring to cheat at roulette and split thousands of dollars in illicit winnings, investigators said Wednesday. The casino is owned by Las Vegas-based Caesars Entertainment.

Las Vegan Amanda Bingson fails to make Olympic team

Silverado High School and UNLV alumna Amanda Bingson fell short Wednesday at qualifying for her second straight Olympic team in the women’s hammer throw.

Moapa zoo announces plans to reopen Saturday

The Roos-N-More animal attraction, 55 miles northeast of Las Vegas, will hold its first “open zoo day” in more than two years this Saturday.

NBA coach Mike Woodson appreciates game of connection

Mike Woodson hosts the third annual Coach Woodson Las Vegas Invitational from Friday through Monday, a charity event that features a golf tournament at Jack Nicklaus’ Reflection Bay at Lake Las Vegas.

Death Valley heat hit a new record in June

Death Valley National Park just wrapped up its hottest June in more than a century of recordkeeping, with an average temperature of 101.9 degrees.

Palate-pleasing sushi menu on offer at Downtown Summerlin’s Andiron Steak & Sea

Andiron Steak & Sea invites patrons in with western-facing floor-to-ceiling windows and floral wallpaper accented by sage and white table settings. It’s a country-esque style that hints at Southern mansions, yet the food sets itself wholly apart, particularly the locale’s new sushi menu, crafted by chef Roy Villacrusis.

Dining events and news for July 7-13, 2016

View rounds up dining events and news from across the Las Vegas Valley, from restaurant openings to special dinners and promotions.

2 helicopter crash victims identified in Arizona

The charred remains of two Arizona men who were killed in a June 23 helicopter crash in western Arizona have been identified by the Mohave County medical examiner’s office.

Gold pares gains after hitting 2-year high as Brexit tremors linger

Gold pared gains after rising to the highest in more than two years on Wednesday, as U.S. equities reversed early losses, Treasury yields turned higher after hitting record lows and investors bought bullion as a haven from risk.