Threat closes Elko High School in Northern Nevada

Authorities in northeast Nevada are investigating an anonymous threat that prompted the closure of the high school in Elko.

Student dies after shooting himself in Ohio school bathroom

A seventh-grader who died a day after shooting himself inside a middle school restroom had fireworks and extra ammunition in his backpack, police said on Wednesday.

Badlands lawyers go after ‘biased’ Las Vegas city councilmen

An attorney for the developers behind plans to build on the Badlands golf course charge that Councilmen Steve Seroka and Bob Coffin are biased against the developer and they should recuse themselves from future Badlands votes.

Sebastian Janikowski thanks Raiders for 18-year run

Sebastian Janikowski, the left-footed Polish kicker who has played more games and scored more points than any player in Raiders history, expressed his gratitude Wednesday to the only franchise he’s known across an 18-year NFL career.

 
Liberty looks to bring home first state girls basketball title

Expectations are high for Liberty as it makes its sixth consecutive appearance in the girls state basketball tournament. But it has never brought home the title, something it’s looking to change this season.

NTSB issues report on deadly Grand Canyon helicopter crash

A sightseeing helicopter operated by a Boulder City-based tour company made at least two 360-degree turns before crashing in the Grand Canyon on Feb. 10, according to a preliminary report released Wednesday by the National Transportation Safety Board.

Clark County students stage 17-minute walkout over gun violence

The protest at Silverado High School came days after the Clark County School District warned that students will face consequences if they participate in a national student walkout scheduled next month.

Do research before you start looking for a travel trailer

If you are contemplating the jump from a tent to a travel trailer, you need to consider some things before visiting the dealership and perhaps even before you start looking online.

 
US women win 1st Olympic cross-country gold medal

As she headed up the steepest, most grueling hill of her life in third place, Jessica Diggins thought to herself just winning an Olympic medal was no longer good enough. She wanted more. She wanted gold.

 
Raiders host Vontae Davis as search for veteran CB begins

The Raiders are in the market for a veteran cornerback for the second time in three years as they hosted Vontae Davis on a free agent visit Wednesday.

Ascaya to host ‘Design Wars’ workshop Feb. 28

Henderson development Ascaya will host a “Design Wars” workshop at its newly opened clubhouse at 5 p.m. Feb. 28. The workshop will feature discussions on trendy vs. timeless interior design concepts for both remodeling an existing home or building a new one.

Self-styled prophet pleads guilty to child rape and abuse in Utah

A self-styled prophet accused of secretly marrying young girls because of his beliefs in polygamy and doomsday is pleading guilty to child rape and abuse charges after Utah police raided his group’s remote desert compound.

New details emerge for Sphere Las Vegas project near Strip

The Clark County Commission on Wednesday unanimously approved waivers of development standards, including a reduction in the number of required parking spaces, for the planned 18,000-seat Madison Square Garden Sphere Las Vegas performance venue.

Thousands attended Billy Graham crusades in Las Vegas

The Rev. Billy Graham, who packed stadiums across the country with his made-for-the masses sermons, brought his “crusades” — as he called them — to Las Vegas twice.

Nevada fishing report, Feb. 21, 2018

LAKE MEAD — Striped bass are hitting live shad, anchovies and lures. Anglers are finding good numbers of the baitfish in the Vegas Wash area. Angel, at Laker Plaza, reports that 6- to 8- inch swimbaits in white and chartreuse color variations also have been catching the stripers. Some of the best action is taking place outside of Boulder Harbor. Echo Bay and surrounding waters have been the place for black bass.

Gadgets to help you grow your own herbs

Don’t be dissuaded by this windy (and unseasonable) cold snap; spring is so near we can taste it. And speaking of taste: If you haven’t tried growing your own herbs, know that it’s relatively easy — and extremely rewarding. Here are some things to help make it easier to grow them.

 
Dallas Mavericks launch investigation into misconduct allegations

The Dallas Mavericks have hired outside counsel to investigate allegations of inappropriate conduct by former team president Terdema Ussery in a Sports Illustrated report that described a hostile workplace for women.

Coroner IDs man killed in driveway of east Las Vegas home

Jammie Ramone Jackson was found dead in the driveway of a home at 4323 Del Santos Drive early Monday. The home also was the scene of a triple homicide in December.