$1.25 wins $939K jackpot on Las Vegas Strip

A slot player at Harrah’s on the Strip turned five quarters into a jackpot of more than $939,000 just a few days before Thanksgiving.

Nevada fishing report, Nov. 29, 2017

LAKE MEAD — The best striper action is taking place in the morning when the fish are actively feeding on shad. Live shad, anchovies, shad imitations and swimbaits will catch the fish. Black bass have been biting on plastic worms later in the day. Catfish are taking anchovies in the coves of Las Vegas Bay. Changes in weather will bring some variations in fishing activity.

Ellis Island brews strong Holiday Nog for 15th year

Eggnog lovers throughout Southern Nevada owe a debt of gratitude to an Italian immigrant, the state of West Virginia and an old man’s propensity for collecting.

Threatened snake re-establishes itself on Colorado River

The northern Mexican gartersnake, which hasn’t been seen along the lower Colorado River in a century, apparently has repopulated an area south of Lake Havasu City.

Annual Las Vegas tour pro roundup features familiar, new faces

Maverick McNealy, a former Stanford All-American who is tied with Tiger Woods for the most wins in school history, is one of Las Vegas’ newest residents who plays on a major golf tour.

Merger between Hakkasan-sbe appears to be dead

Ever since sbe Chief Executive Officer Sam Nazarian announced in March the two companies would complete a pooling of assets by June to create a global lifestyle hospitality giant, barely a peep has been heard from either side.

Las Vegas mixologist on how to stock a home bar like a pro

The holidays mean entertaining — whether hosting large parties or just welcoming guests who drop by to spread some cheer. For many, that includes a well-stocked bar. What does that entail?

Anglers weigh debate on noise fish-finders make

A primary tool for competitive bass anglers is the modern fish-finder, but those going after big fish will often turn the device off while fishing in less than 30 feet of water.

Reno gunman fired from building connected to Las Vegas shooter

The Reno shooter was killed Tuesday night by a SWAT team in the eighth-floor unit at the Montage development where he had barricaded himself. Police said the incident did not appear to be “an attack on our community.”

Hector Lombard looks to end skid at UFC 222

The former Olympic judoka will return to action against CB Dollaway at UFC 222 in Las Vegas at T-Mobile Arena in search of his first official win since 2014.

Trump Jr. to meet with House committee about Russia allegations

President Donald Trump’s son, Donald Trump Jr., will meet with Congress’ House Intelligence Committee next week, CNN reported on Wednesday, citing multiple sources with knowledge of the agreement.

UNLV’s Armani Rogers, Lexington Thomas honored by MW

UNLV quarterback Armani Rogers was named Mountain West Freshman of the Year on Wednesday, and running back Lexington Thomas was selected to the all-conference first team.

 
‘Arrow’, ‘Flash’ producer fired amid sexual harassment allegations

Andrew Kreisberg has been fired from his role as executive producer on superhero dramas “The Flash,” “Arrow,” “Supergirl” and “Legends of Tomorrow” amid multiple allegations of sexual harassment.

 
ESPN eliminating 150 tech, production jobs

ESPN is eliminating 150 production and technical employees as the sports broadcasting giant continues to shift its focus to a more digital future.

Trump tweets Lauer firing, suspect Muslim violence videos

In a busy morning on Twitter, president escalates his feud with the news media by gleefully commenting on the firing of the “Today” show host and retweets video of purported Muslim violence posted by leader of U.K. anti-Islamic group.

Joseph Crowley, longtime UNR president, dies at 84

Crowley served as president of the university for 23 years, from 1978 to 2001, and returned for a brief stint as interim president in 2005. He also served as president of the NCAA from 1993-1995.

Taco truck stumps self-driving GM car in San Francisco

A self-driving General Motors Co. Bolt slowly drove more than two miles through crowded San Francisco streets in its media debut on Tuesday, but double-parked cars and orange traffic cones tripped up the computer driver, and a taco truck stumped the machine.

Warm temps through weekend in Las Vegas Valley

Temperatures will rise through the rest of the week and into the weekend, according to the National Weather Service.

 
Croatian war criminal dies after drinking poison in UN court

The wartime commander of Bosnian Croat forces, Slobodan Praljak, died after he drank poison seconds after a U.N. judge turned down his appeal against a 20-year sentence for war crimes against Bosnian Muslims.

 
Multiple women accuse Lauer of sexual misconduct at NBC

As the co-host of NBC’s “Today,” Matt Lauer once gave a colleague a sex toy as a present. It included an explicit note about how he wanted to use it on her, which left her mortified.

San Francisco prepares for first sales of recreational pot

Following weeks of emotional and detailed debate over where to allow new stores, San Francisco supervisors approved regulations for the sale of recreational marijuana when it becomes legal in California in January

UK to make Viagra available without prescription come spring

Pfizer’s big-selling erectile dysfunction drug Viagra has been given a green light for sale without a prescription in Britain, the first country to grant it over-the-counter status.

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