Fed boosts benchmark rate for third time this year

The Federal Reserve is raising its benchmark interest rate for the third time this year, signaling its confidence that the U.S. economy remains on solid footing 8½ years after the end of the Great Recession.

Hidden lounge at Palazzo has ‘Champagne call buttons’ at tables

The extensive Palazzo renovations are finally starting to bear fruit, this week in the form of new cocktail lounge Rosina. Sam Ross and David Rabin, have created a more personal experience this time around.

4 kitchen tools to help you celebrate Hanukkah

The Jewish holiday of Hanukkah, the eight-day winter festival of lights, started Tuesday night and goes through Dec. 20.

Former ‘Apprentice’ star leaving White House post

Omarosa Manigault Newman, the former reality TV star who followed President Donald Trump into national politics, has resigned from her White House post as director of communications for the office of public liaison.

9 gifts for your favorite foodie

If you’re looking for a gift for the foodie on your list, relax — there’s always fruitcake.

NASA to show ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’ on space station

As “Star Wars” fans flock to the movie theaters this week, astronauts, too, will be able to watch the next installment of the series’s new trilogy – while floating 220 miles above Earth.

House, Senate GOP leaders reach agreement on tax plan

House and Senate GOP leaders forged an agreement Wednesday on a sweeping overhaul of the nation’s tax laws, paving the way for final votes next week to slash taxes for businesses and give many Americans modest tax cuts starting next year.

California firefighters make progress but wind still a threat

After announcing increased containment on one of the biggest wildfires in California history, officials warned that communities remain at risk and the threat could increase as unpredictable winds whip up again.

Would-be NYC suicide bomber faces court hearing

In less than 24 hours, authorities say a would-be suicide bomber’s botched attack on a Manhattan transportation hub underneath Times Square became an open-and-shut case after a search of his apartment and hearing the suspect’s own words.

Moody Blues, Bon Jovi headline class of 2018 Rock Hall of Fame

The Cars, as well as Dire Straits, Nina Simone and Sister Rosetta Tharpe, also are part of the 2018 class announced Wednesday. They will be inducted on April 14, in Cleveland, Ohio.

Year-end car sales make now the time to buy new vehicle

Every December, carmakers and dealerships scramble to hit end-of-year goals and sell off vehicles from the outgoing model year. But this December might be one for the record books.

Minnesota governor to name Al Franken’s replacement Wednesday

Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton was set to reveal his choice Wednesday to replace Al Franken in the U.S. Senate, with the top contender seen as his longtime adviser Lt. Gov. Tina Smith.

Hurricane Irma, Matt Lauer, slime top Google searches of 2017

Google searches reflected the United States in upheaval over sexual misconduct allegations against powerful men, reeling from the tumultuous presidency of Donald Trump (What is “covfefe,” by the way?), and people around the world searching for information about the latest iPhone and how to make slime.

1 man shot, killed inside trailer in southeast Las Vegas

Police responded about 10 p.m. to reports of a man in his 20s who was shot inside a trailer on the 3600 block of Twain Circle, near Twain Avenue and Nellis Boulevard.

 
Golden Edge: Flat Knights lose to Hurricanes in shootout — VIDEO

Host Bryan Salmond and Review-Journal reporters David Schoen and Steve Carp go over the Golden Knights’ shootout loss to the Carolina Hurricanes in Marc-Andre Fleury’s first game back after a concussion.

Team roper Charly Crawford grateful for good fortune

Charly Crawford is coming up on 40 years old. The successful team roper has long been a man of action, understanding you don’t get to the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo nine times without getting your fingers deep into the grease.

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