Obama cuts sentences for 102 more federal prisoners

President Barack Obama is cutting short the sentences of 102 federal inmates as part of his ongoing push to grant clemency during his final months in office.

Nevada gaming board refers proposal on money laundering to staff

The state Gaming Control Board will refer a proposal to strengthen money-laundering regulations for Nevada sports books to its staff to determine if it would create additional burdens on its tax and audit divisions.

Switch applies for wholesale electricity for Northern Nevada project

The data storage company Switch has filed what is commonly called an “exit” application with state regulators so it can obtain wholesale electricity for its Northern Nevada Tahoe-Reno SUPERNAP project.

Study: Apes think like humans in an important way

A new study has found that great apes show some key abilities to see the world from someone else’s point of view — a trait that once was considered uniquely human.

Hurricane Matthew could affect college football games, other events

Hurricane Matthew’s slow march toward Florida kept plenty of major college football teams guessing about their weekend plans on Wednesday, with schools still waiting to determine if moving or rescheduling games will be necessary because of the massive storm.

Drew Stanton is slumping Arizona Cardinals’ backup plan

With starting quarterback Carson Palmer knocked out with a concussion, the Cardinals are 3½-point favorites at San Francisco. Bettors should look for a low-scoring game.

Palestinian leader Abbas released after emergency heart procedure

Palestinian president, Mahmoud Abbas, underwent an emergency heart procedure on Thursday, but was given a clean bill of health and quickly discharged from the hospital.

Blue Jays fan who threw beer can at Orioles player turns himself in

Ken Pagan, the fan identified by Toronto police as the suspect who tossed a beer can at Baltimore Orioles outfielder Hyun Soo Kim during Tuesday’s wild-card game, has turned himself into authorities.

Southern Utah’s fall foliage puts on a dramatic show

Southern Utah’s fall color spectacular rivals better-known seasonal displays found elsewhere in the country — and is much closer and easier for Southern Nevadans to enjoy.

Friendly Caliente serves as a gateway to several recreation sites

Typical of the friendly small towns along U.S. Highway 93, Caliente welcomes travelers with visitor services and access to many regional attractions, including five state parks within easy reach.

GOP VP nominee Mike Pence says Hillary Clinton has ‘admirable qualities’

Republican vice presidential nominee Mike Pence on Thursday offered rare praise for Hillary Clinton, saying both the Democratic presidential nominee and Donald Trump have “many admirable qualities” for young people to look up to.

Design for new Statue of Liberty museum unveiled

A new museum that seemingly rises out of the ground will replace the small exhibition space inside the pedestal of the Statue of Liberty.

 
NSA contractor arrest comes after increased security with Snowden disclosures

The arrest of a National Security Agency contractor for allegedly stealing classified information was the second known case of a government contractor being publicly accused of removing secret data from the intelligence agency since 2013.

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