4 events happening in downtown Las Vegas this week

Forget the reds and the whites. On a hot summer evening, what goes down better than a glass of rosé — except perhaps, unlimited glasses.

 
Fighters make weight for TUF 25 Finale — VIDEO

The TUF 25 Finale main event between Michael Johnson and Justin Gaethje as well as the TUF Redemption bout between Jesse Taylor and Dhiego Lima became official on Thursday morning when those fighters made the cut at the official weigh-ins.

Eastern near Flamingo reopens after gas line break

A stretch of road was closed in southeast Las Vegas Thursday morning as repair crews worked to repair a line break, Southwest Gas spokesman Stephen Miller said.

 
Police continue to investigate deadly ambush of NYC officer

At the start of her midnight shift, Officer Miosotis Familia was in a New York Police Department mobile command post, writing in her notebook, when a gunman strode toward her.

Young jockeys Evin Roman, Tyler Gaffalione ride into spotlight

Many of the top jockeys in the U.S. are getting a bit long in the stirrups, but phenomenal riding feats by two youngsters this past weekend suggested that the next generation is ready to step to the fore.

 
Police, protesters clash in ‘G-20: Welcome to Hell’ march in Hamburg

German police clashed with violent protesters Thursday in Hamburg a day ahead of the Group of 20 summit, using water cannons, pepper spray and batons to disperse marchers after some attacked them with bottles and other objects.

Richard Cherchio selected as North Las Vegas mayor pro-tem

North Las Vegas Councilman Richard Cherchio was selected by his City Council colleagues to serve the next year as mayor pro-tem, a largely ceremonial role that allows him to step in when Mayor John Lee is not available or out of town.

Paths to 2 North Las Vegas schools getting upgrades

The North Las Vegas City Council agreed Wednesday night to spend $893,761 on a series of pedestrian upgrades that will help create safer paths for students walking to a pair of schools.

 
Family, friends mark year since Philando Castile shooting

Family and friends of Philando Castile on Thursday marked the one-year anniversary of his fatal shooting during a routine traffic stop, organizing vigils and celebrations and pushing to name a new police training fund in his memory.

A look at Day 37 of the World Series of Poker

Daniel Negreanu owns the chip lead to open the six-handed final table of the $50,000 buy-in Poker Players Championship and should have a raucous rail at the Rio as he chases career bracelet No. 7.

Rosen’s Senate bid the first 2018 political domino to fall in Nevada

Nearly a year before ballots will be cast in Nevada’s midterm primary election, the political dominoes are beginning to fall. The first drop for 2018 came Thursday, when Democrat U.S. Rep. Jacky Rosen officially launched her campaign to challenge U.S. Sen. Dean Heller.

 
Earthquake in Philippines kills 2, injures over 100

A strong, shallow earthquake shook the central Philippines on Thursday, leaving at least two people dead and injuring more than 100, including several in a collapsed building where others were trapped, officials said.

Kesha releases lead single from 1st album in 5 years

Kesha has released her first new music in four years and announced a forthcoming album, her first since a high-profile legal battle with Dr. Luke over a lawsuit accusing the music producer of sexual assault and harassment.