Cubs, 51s maintain strong relationship

The Cubs first came to Las Vegas in 1993 for an exhibition game. This year will be their 16th visit, including 13th straight, thanks to a strong, longstanding relationship with the 51s.

Government done calling witnesses in Bunkerville standoff trial

The government has finished calling witnesses in the trial of six men charged as armed followers of Bunkerville rancher Cliven Bundy in his 2014 stand against federal authorities who tried to seize his cattle from public lands.

Marty’s party marks No. 95, and he’s not finished

Marty Allen is a World War II hero and one of the most enduring comedians ever. He showed again he can fill a room with laughs at South Point Showroom to celebrate his 95th birthday.

Pac-12 would consider Las Vegas for football title game

Speculation about the Pac-12 Conference football championship game moving to Las Vegas’ proposed 65,000-seat, $1.9 billion domed stadium grew on Thursday when commissioner Larry Scott said he would explore the option.

10 best things to do in Las Vegas this weekend, March 24-26, 2017

Spring has sprung in Las Vegas. And with warmer weather comes an influx of artful activities throughout the valley. Rock out to the orchestral music of “Game of Thrones: Live” at MGM or head downtown for the pop-up art gallery “Tilting the Basin.”

Tipsy Robots coming to the Strip may be more reliable than human bartenders

Creating drinks for robotic bartenders to serve is, it seems, very different from creating drinks for human bartenders. “Yes, of course it was,” said Francesco Lafranconi. “They have a different temper, different behavior than regular bartenders.”

Inspire Nevada courts would-be young voters

Inspire Nevada is out to ensure youths’ voices are heard in politics. It’s recruiting leaders on high school campuses to speak to seniors and register them to vote.

Ramp at US 95 and Summerlin Parkway to close for 2 days in April

The high-occupancy vehicle ramp connecting northbound U.S. Highway 95 and westbound Summerlin Parkway will shut down for two days in April, the Nevada Department of Transportation said Friday.

CCSD sets new calendar for 2017-18 school year

The Clark County School District will begin classes two weeks earlier next school year, with the first day of school set for Aug. 14.

Nevada Democrats will not hear ESA bill

CARSON CITY — Senate Democrats will not consider a Republican bill to resurrect education savings accounts, Majority Leader Aaron Ford told reporters Friday.

Las Vegas casino owner’s March Madness betting binge ends

Las Vegas casino owner Derek Stevens lost his $12,500 futures bet on Michigan at 80-1 odds that would have paid $1 million, and he also lost $109,000 betting on the first round of the NCAA Tournament.

4 concerts to check out this weekend

The cover of Nikki Lane’s latest record, “Highway Queen,” comes adorned with a striking, black-and-white image of Lane with her arms outstretched over the massive horns of a Prius-sized steer.

4 shows to watch on TV this weekend

Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin continue to pursue their line of sex toys for seniors in the third season of the comedy “Grace and Frankie”

4 picks for art in Las Vegas this week

It’s dueling pianos time in this Charles Vanda Master Series showdown: Acclaimed pianists Paul Cibis and Andreas Kern battle at UNLV’s Artemus W. Ham Hall, taking turns performing classical works before the audience determines the winner.

4 picks for food in Las Vegas this weekend

The fresh52 farmers and artisans market has returned to Inspirada’s Solista Park, 1890 Via Firenze in Henderson, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the second and fourth Saturday of the month, which means it’ll be there this week.

Henderson police looking for missing teen

Melanie Van Lakerveld, 14, was last seen Sunday, according to the Nevada Center for Missing and Exploited Children’s website.

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