Golden Knights’ Erik Haula returns to adopted home of Minnesota

For Golden Knights forward Erik Haula, the term “Finnesotan” has an even deeper meaning. He returns to Minnesota as a visiting player for the first time in his career Thursday when the Knights (15-7-1, 31 points) meet the Wild (11-10-3, 25 points) at 5 p.m. at Xcel Energy Center.

Sisolak calls for senator recall recount to be withdrawn

Clark County Commission Chairman Steve Sisolak on Wednesday called on the Nevada Secretary of State’s office to rescind its demand that county staff verify more than 1,200 individual signatures in a recall effort targeting a state senator.

Commander of Nellis based Thunderbirds removed from post

Lt. Col. Jason Heard had led the team based at Nevada’s Nellis Air Force Base well, but there was a loss of “confidence in his leadership and risk management style,” the Air Force said Wednesday.

UNLV upset after police disrupt Black Lives Matter event

UNLV President Len Jessup has called the actions of North Las Vegas police officers “unacceptable” after they entered campus unannounced Tuesday night and disrupted a Black Lives Matter event.

American Airlines faces pilot shortage for holiday season

A scheduling glitch has left American Airlines scrambling to find pilots to operate thousands of flights over the busy Christmas holiday period.

DA Wolfson joins prosecutors in urging ‘common sense’ gun laws

Clark County District Attorney Steve Wolfson recalled the terror of the Las Vegas Strip shooting Wednesday and joined other prosecutors from American cities who gathered here to push for “commonsense” gun laws.

Nevada gaming leaders to revisit issue of pot conventions

The Gaming Policy Committee will reconvene early next year to discuss if and how casino companies can host conventions and trade shows about marijuana without running afoul of existing federal controlled-substance and money-laundering statutes.

Seafood City to open Henderson location in 2018

Specialty supermarket Seafood City will open its Henderson location next year and has plans for another spot in the Las Vegas Valley.

Tony Sanchez deserves more time to build UNLV football program

Tony Sanchez concluded his third season as coach Saturday, when the Rebels lost to a historically bad UNR side 23-16 and with it a chance to become bowl eligible and reclaim ownership of the Fremont Cannon.

$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.

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