Digital traffic signs ready to come alive in Las Vegas

Large digital screens will flash warnings of potential traffic snarls starting Tuesday, advising motorists to slow down along U.S. Highway 95 while approaching the Spaghetti Bowl in downtown Las Vegas.

Disgraced former councilman Ricki Barlow had enablers

Former Las Vegas City Councilman Ricki Barlow pleaded guilty Monday in U.S. District Court to taking campaign money for his personal use. Columnist Jane Ann Morrison says his enablers may be under investigation too.

Emotional week ends with loss for San Diego in WCC tournament

San Diego lost to BYU 85-79 in the West Coast Conference quarterfinals Saturday at Orleans Arena, the Toreros’ first game since coach Lamont Smith was placed on paid leave after his arrest on domestic abuse charges.

Deontay Wilder knocks out Luis Ortiz in 10th round

Deontay Wilder survived a pummeling from Luis Ortiz, then knocked out the challenger in the 10th round Saturday night to retain his WBC heavyweight title.

Trump’s plan to make steel expensive again

President Donald Trump has devoted his first term to helping Americans increase their economic wellbeing, and he’s largely succeeded. Trump’s reported preference for new steel and aluminum tariffs, however, would take the country in the opposite direction.

EDITORIAL: Tax the rich?

From a damaging economic policy (see above) to a productive one. The Trump tax cuts now have support from a majority of Americans, according to recent polls. Nevertheless, Democrats continue to attack the concept of allowing U.S. workers to keep more of their own money.

Retro Bavette’s at Monte Carlo is a steakhouse for place and time

That Bavette’s Steakhouse &Bar doesn’t fit the stereotypical Las Vegas image of glitz and glamour is obvious on first sight of its stately door crowned by a sweep of studded red leather. It’s a Narnia-esque portal from the cacophony of the casino at the Monte Carlo (soon-to-be Park MGM) to the dusk of the restaurant’s entry lobby. There, all is plush and urbane, with framed art and mirrors covering floor-to-ceiling walls, against which sit overstuffed chairs.

Rebels end regular season with fifth straight loss, 79-67

A 12-1 run in the second half helped Utah State defeat UNLV 79-67 on Saturday. The Rebels will be the No. 8 seed in next week’s Mountain West tournament at the Thomas & Mack Center.

Pac-12 commissioner upbeat despite cloud hanging over Arizona

The star power of Washington’s Markelle Fultz and UCLA’s Lonzo Ball helped the Pacific 12 Conference draw a record crowd last year during its first basketball tournament at T-Mobile Arena.

 
New Southern Nevada memorial honors Korean War veterans

Veterans, residents and dignitaries gathered at the Southern Nevada Memorial Cemetery on Saturday for the dedication of a memorial honoring those who served in the Korean War, including 37 Nevadans who lost their lives.

Horror film ‘Get Out’ grabs top honors at Spirit Awards

Jordan Peele’s “Get Out” won best film and best director on Saturday at the 33rd Independent Film Spirit Awards, a day before the horror sensation will vie for top honors at the Academy Awards.

Roma Downey, actress, mom talks about new book ‘Box of Butterflies’

In the beginning, Roma Downey was a wee lass growing up in Northern Ireland, and her mother would sing her to sleep. “My mom used to lie on top of the covers with me and croon old show tunes. She loved the musical ‘Carousel’ and that beautiful song, ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone,’ ” said the actress-producer-author.

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