Leaping elk takes down low-flying helicopter in Utah

An elk leaped into a research helicopter that was trying to capture it and brought down the helicopter in a collision that also killed the elk, authorities said Tuesday.

MGM Cotai opens after months of delays

After months of delays, MGM Cotai, the 1,390-room hotel casino just off Macau’s Cotai Strip, has opened its doors and is expecting massive crowds for Chinese New Year in the next few days.

UNLV symposium discusses importance of free speech on campus

Institutions of higher education are in the business of generating ideas. But are all ideas welcome on college campuses today? UNLV hosted a symposium on the topic Tuesday at the university’s Boyd School of Law.

Tens of thousands gather to celebrate Mardi Gras in New Orleans

Tens of thousands of revelers thronged Mardi Gras festivities, many yelling “throw me something, Mister!” in the universal call to float riders who tossed them coveted beads and trinkets on Tuesday’s raucous finale to Carnival season in New Orleans.

 
Seattle group files for NHL expansion

A person with direct knowledge of the situation tells The Associated Press the group looking to bring professional hockey to the city of Seattle has formally filed its expansion application with the National Hockey League.

House OKs bill encouraging girls to explore computer science careers

Legislation to encourage young girls to explore careers in computer science — and push early childhood learning in science, technology, engineering and math — passed the House on Tuesday.

Clark County selected for CDC’s national health survey

Clark County residents who agree to participate in invitational survey get paid up to $125 and receive free exams and health and nutrition evaluation reports.

Cubs finalize $126M, 6-year contract for Yu Darvish

When Yu Darvish met with Theo Epstein and other Chicago Cubs’ officials last December in the Dallas area, the Japanese pitcher liked what he heard.

Dodgers’ Clayton Kershaw to start record 8th season opener

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts says Clayton Kershaw will make his team-record eighth opening-day start, against the visiting San Francisco Giants on March 29.

Tourism panel to help fund Fremont Street video canopy upgrade

The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority board of directors on Tuesday unanimously approved a $9.5 million contribution to a $28.5 million upgrade to the Fremont Street Experience video canopy.

Former members return to lead junior golf association

Kerri Clark and Nicole Dutt-Roberts have been selected to lead the Southern Nevada Junior Golf Association. The two played in the association four decades ago.

Fast food chains to use special promotions for Valentine’s Day

Is that love in the air or french fries? White Castle, KFC and other fast-food restaurants are trying to lure sweethearts for sliders, fries or fried chicken on Valentine’s Day.

Allegiant opening new operations base in Florida

Allegiant is spending $49 million to open a new operations base at the airport in Destin, Florida, company executives said Tuesday.

Get in free at Red Rock Canyon on Presidents Day

The Bureau of Land Management is waiving entrance fees Monday at the popular park 17 miles west of the Las Vegas Strip.

Information on Trump aide sent to White House last year, FBI says

FBI Director Christopher Wray said Tuesday the agency provided the White House with information twice last year about the top Trump aide who resigned as staff secretary last week after domestic violence allegations from two ex-wives became public.

Westminster show dogs enjoy unusual treats

Benjamin is a grand champion English toy spaniel, but he’s not a champ at chow. The otherwise undemanding dog tends to balk at any food after a couple of meals.

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