World War I hero, Sgt. Stubby, back in spotlight

A new animated film based on the true story of the decorated war dog, “Sgt. Stubby: An American Hero” opens April 13.

Villanova’s offense, Michigan’s defense collide in title game

The Wildcats and their horde of long-range shooters are playing for their second title in three years, a chance to establish a mini dynasty. The Wolverines are after their first title since 1989, hoping to grasp the trophy that slipped through coach John Beilein’s fingers in 2013.

LVCVA to assist, not lead, in planning Las Vegas memorial

While the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority was celebrated for its role in the weeks immediately following the Oct. 1 shooting, that isn’t likely to be the case when it comes to memorializing the tragedy and building a permanent tribute to the victims and heroes.

 
Trump, family celebrate Easter Egg Roll in chilly weather

With overcast skies and temperatures in the 40s, President Donald Trump declared “perfect weather” on Monday for the annual White House Easter Egg Roll.

 
Columbine memorial a reminder of ‘how much was really lost then’

The Columbine Memorial is a small, paved park with a water feature near the entrance and, in the center, a circle of plaques names each victim. Steps out from the center circle, on a surrounding wall, carefully curated quotes from survivors, teachers, parents and former President Bill Clinton make the tragedy impossible to forget.

Steven Bochco, ‘Hill Street Blues’ creator, dies at age 74

Steven Bochco, a writer and producer known for creating the groundbreaking police drama “Hill Street Blues,” died Sunday. He was 74. A family spokesman says Bochco died in his sleep after a battle with cancer.

Las Vegas church celebrates Easter — PHOTOS

The Rev. Gerald Grupczynski, pastor of Our Lady of Las Vegas Roman Catholic Church, holds an Easter Mass at the church in Las Vegas.

 
Las Vegas Valley groups still fighting for civil rights

In his “I Have a Dream” speech, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. spoke of his dream that his children, peers and mentors would have the opportunity for quality of life, access to education, and to be seen as human, said Micajah Daniels, a co-founder of Black Lives Matter UNLV.

 
John C. Fremont exhibit (and cannon) marching into Las Vegas

The original mountain howitzer that accompanied Fremont on his 1840s expedition across the Great Basin highlights a new traveling exhibit set to open Saturday April 7 at the Nevada State Museum at the Springs Preserve.

Kim Jong Un watches show by South Korean pop stars

North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un clapped his hands and said he was “deeply moved” as he, along with his wife and hundreds of other citizens, watched a rare performance by South Korean pop stars visiting Pyongyang. The concert highlights the thawing ties between the rivals after years of friction over the North’s nuclear program.

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