Government shutdown crisis grows as House OKs border wall funds

President Donald Trump’s demand for border wall funds hurled the federal government closer to a shutdown as House Republicans approved a package Thursday with his $5.7 billion request that is almost certain to be rejected by the Senate.

A guide to skiing, snowboarding in Nevada and neighboring states

If you live in Southern Nevada, great skiing or snowboarding can be found at all points of the compass. Whether you’re looking for a day trip, a one-night excursion or a multiday trip, there is a resort within easy reach.

Mountain West, Atlantic-10 agree to basketball challenge series

The Mountain West announced a new men’s basketball challenge series, agreeing to a two-year deal with the Atlantic 10 Conference beginning in the 2020-21 season. There also is a two-year option that could take the series into the 2023-24 season.

 
Patriots WR Josh Gordon stepping away to focus on mental health

In a statement posted on Twitter on Thursday morning, Gordon said his decision was spurred by him feeling recently that he could have a better grasp on things mentally. He thanked the Patriots for their support and vowed to work his way back.

Presidential primary debates for Democrats to begin in June 2019

Democrats will hold at least a dozen presidential primary debates starting in June 2019 and running through April 2020, with party Chairman Tom Perez promising rules that will give everyone in a potentially large field a fair shot at voters’ attention.

2 earthquakes felt near Carson City

A 3.64 magnitude earthquake struck four miles southeast of Carson City at 5:24 a.m. today.

Earthquake monitor put on Mars surface

NASA’s new Mars lander has placed a quake monitor on the planet’s dusty red surface.

Trump administration moves to tighten restrictions on food stamps

The Trump administration is setting out to do what this year’s farm bill didn’t: tighten work requirements for millions of Americans who receive federal food assistance.

Macaulay Culkin recreates classic ‘Home Alone’ scenes — VIDEO

In a new ad for Google Assistant, Culkin reprised his iconic role as Kevin McCallister to show us what life would have been like if McCallister had Google’s trusty helper by his side while he was left behind.

Drones menace London airport, leading to chaos and stopped flights

Tens of thousands of passengers were delayed, diverted or stuck on planes Thursday as the only runway at Britain’s Gatwick Airport in London remained closed into a second day after drones were spotted over the airfield.

Tarkanian Girls: Surprise entry Cheyenne tops Durango

On Wednesday, Cheyenne came in and beat Durango, 47-35, to stay in the winner’s bracket of the Premier Division being played at Liberty High in Henderson.

Roundup: Balanced Crusaders open Nike tournament with victory

Skye Landaz led a balanced attack with 10 points Wednesday as Faith Lutheran’s girls basketball team downed Queen Creek (Ariz.), 40-28 in the opening round of the Nike Tournament of Champions in Phoenix.

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