LeBron James responds to Fox News host’s criticisms

The Cleveland Cavaliers superstar reiterated his determination to speak out on social issues and the nation’s political climate Saturday during his media availability for the NBA All-Star Game.

Leader wants to see more gains for Nevada college students

At a time when the state’s colleges are inwardly focused on their own strategic growth, they’re also being asked to look beyond Nevada’s borders for ways to make gains in student success.

Knights GM George McPhee mum as NHL trade deadline nears

Golden Knights general manager George McPhee refuses to tip his hand with the NHL trade deadline eight days away. He and members of his staff are expected to meet early this week and discuss their options.

Springs Preserve festival celebrates black history, culture

Naida Parson, senior pastor at New Antioch Christian Fellowship, had a message for the crowd gathered Saturday at the Springs Preserve’s Black History Month Festival in Las Vegas. Black history should be celebrated over more than just the month of February, she told festival attendees.

 
Lady Rebels survive in OT, still tied for 1st in Mountain West

After a potential buzzer-beater from McKynzie Fort was called off following a video review, the Lady Rebels pulled away from San Diego State for a 73-67 overtime victory Saturday at Cox Pavilion.

‘Black Panther’ making a run at box-office history

Black Panther is so far raking it in over the holiday weekend. The Walt Disney Co. estimated Saturday the Marvel Comics superhero movie earned $75.8 million domestically for its opening Friday, the eighth biggest day in industry history.

Laimbeer says Aces happy to lay NBA groundwork in Las Vegas

T-Mobile Arena is co-owned by the MGM, and that is why so many believe the MGM is willing to paint a small picture (WNBA) before tackling the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel (NBA).

 
UNLV’s contract with Nike included provision for free new logo

UNLV could have had its logo redesigned by Nike for free, according to the school’s apparel contract with the world-famous shoe company, but opted to pay almost $50,000 to use the Denver firm Adrenalin.

UNLV gets commitment from Kentucky high school forward

Joel Ntambwe, a 6-foot 8-inch forward from Aspire Academy in Louisville, Kentucky, has committed to the Rebels. The senior chose UNLV over UCLA, Tennessee and Wichita State.

Preview of UFC Fight Night 126 main card bouts

A breakdown of the fights on the main card of UFC Fight Night 126 on Sunday at Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas, with picks from the Review-Journal’s Adam Hill and Heidi Fang.

UNLV falls 94-56 at San Diego State for worst loss in series

San Diego State beat UNLV 94-56 on Saturday in San Diego, the largest Aztecs margin of victory in series history. The Aztecs dominated from the beginning.

Firefighters rescue 2 dogs from California cliff

It’s usually cats in trees that need a firefighter’s help but not Friday, when two dogs were rescued by San Francisco firefighters after sliding halfway down a cliff.

Seattle pursues solutions to housing crunch amid tech boom

Seattle’s booming tech industry has brought a massive influx of new residents with big wallets to the city. But an ensuing housing crunch has led to skyrocketing rents and home prices that have strained middle- and working-class families and deepened the city’s homelessness crisis.

Bald eagle eggs hatch in Southern California mountains

The second of two bald eagle eggs laid last month in Southern California has hatched in a nest watched for weeks by nature lovers via an online live feed .

 
Floridians demand stronger gun control after school shooting

Thousands of angry students, parents and residents demanded stricter gun control laws Saturday as new details were revealed about the suspect accused of shooting and killed 17 people in a Florida high school.

How struggling Las Vegas elementary became a top-rated school

There are lessons in the turnaround at French Elementary School, the principal says: Building trust with students and making them accountable for improving their academic performance bears fruit.

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