CCSD officials question viability of union-run Teachers Health Trust

As negotiations continue over health care contributions for the Clark County School District’s roughly 18,000 teachers, the School Board is raising concerns about the financial health and stability of the union-managed Teachers Health Trust.

Celebrating Father’s Day with a catch

Playing catch with one’s father can forge bonds and memories that last a lifetime, say Las Vegas 51s players and coaches.

Andre Ward proves he’s boxing’s pound-for-pound king

The movie wasn’t much different seven months later, which to say Sergey Kovalev was good for about six rounds against Andre Ward before the fuel gauge hit the danger zone and the vehicle’s power began to sputter.

Andre Ward knocks out Sergey Kovalev in 8th round

Andre Ward and his trainer, Virgil Hunter, knew the only way to prove Ward’s first victory over Sergey Kovalev wasn’t a fluke was to knock out the Russian in the rematch.

Scenes from EDC Las Vegas: Day 2 — PHOTOS

Night two of the 2017 Electric Daisy Carnival kicked off at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway Saturday night and all we can say is — PLUR.

Brian Harman leads U.S. Open, Justin Thomas shoots 63

Justin Thomas managed to stand out in a U.S. Open where par is going out of style. All it took was a 9-under 63, the lowest round to par in a major long known as the toughest test in golf.

COMMENTARY: America’s post-industrial blues driving our politics

As the rise of the postindustrial society shows, it’s difficult for government to override widespread economic and social changes. Just whether we can alter that is — and will be — a major focus of political debate.

EDITORIAL: Nevada flush compared to other states

The Wall Street Journal reported last week that states across the nation are keeping spending relatively flat “as they grapple with weak revenue and uncertainty about policy changes in Washington, D.C.” Not the Silver State.

COMMENTARY: Saving Medicaid today will protect Nevada tomorrow

We would welcome a broader policy conversation on Medicaid, but we oppose proposals that would remove government from the partnership that cares for the most vulnerable Nevadans.

Get the profit motive out of health care

I would trust the government long before I would trust a New York City accountant at an insurance company to decide whether or not I receive the care I need.

More shenanigans in Badlands development controversy

Allowing this vote to take place before the winners of Tuesday’s balloting take office might be the most underhanded political stunt I’ve ever seen.

Given our divisions, shooting was bound to happen

This maniac who shot up a baseball field full of congressman could have been a fawning guest on “The View” when Whoopi Goldberg equated Christians to the Taliban.

Juneteenth lecture in Las Vegas highlights slavery, equality

About 25 people gathered Saturday afternoon at the West Las Vegas Library to remember the history of slavery in America and commemorate the day in 1865 when Texas slaves first learned that they were free.

Bam! Kids dress as superheroes for downtown Las Vegas event

On a blistering late morning, when the temperatures hit triple digits, some locals might have wished for a superhero to save them from the heat. Such heroes were in plentiful supply at downtown’s Container Park.

Expect more heavy traffic during Day 2 of EDC

Drivers can expect major traffic delays related to Day 2 of the Electric Daisy Carnival, the Regional Transportation Commission said Saturday afternoon.

Vegas Golden Knights to compile roster beginning Sunday

The NHL expansion Golden Knights will spend the next three days selecting one player from each of the league’s 30 other teams, with the roster revealed Wednesday at T-Mobile Arena during the NHL Awards Show.

Art galleries in Las Vegas this week

ThinkArt! juried show featuring paintings, drawings, photography and other artwork by more than 15 local artists.

At least two shots fired during barricade situation in northwest Las Vegas

Officers are working a barricade situation in the northwest valley, the Metropolitan Police Department said. At about 1:45 p.m., police responded to a “domestic-related incident” in the area of Rebecca Road and West El Campo Grande Avenue, near West Tropical Parkway, police said.

Residents evacuating Brian Head, Utah, as wildfire grows

A town in Utah is being evacuated amid one of three large fires in the state. KSL.com reports a 50-acre fire caused a highway near Brian Head to be shut down Saturday afternoon and prompted the town’s evacuation.

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