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O.J. Simpson dies in Las Vegas at 76 after cancer battle

O.J. Simpson, the NFL great who was acquitted of the murders of his ex-wife and her friend in one of the most notorious trials of the 20th century, and was later incarcerated in Nevada for an unrelated robbery, died of cancer.

 
Family of Las Vegas man wins $200M verdict against Sierra Health

The family of a Las Vegas man who was denied health insurance coverage for a specific type of lung cancer treatment, then later died, has won a $200 million civil verdict against his health insurance provider, according to court records.

 
Pair in stolen U-Haul shoot car, evade police during wild pursuit

A pair of people who stole a U-Haul late Thursday evaded police during a pursuit, weaving and speeding through the central valley and downtown area before coming to a forced stop in North Las Vegas, officials said.

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Protesters disrupt Catholic Masses in Las Vegas — VIDEO

In response to a string of protests that have disrupted Mass services across the valley, the Catholic Diocese of Las Vegas wonders why we all can’t just get along.

 
Las Vegas police had contact with shooters days before ambush

Las Vegas police officers had contact with Jerad and Amanda Miller days before they ambushed and executed two officers and killed a citizen, officials said at a Wednesday morning news conference.

 
Surveillance video released, puppies to remain at shelter

The 27 dogs nearly burned in an arson attempt will remained caged for now. A district judge set an evidence hearing for next week to determine several issues, including whether Donald Thompson and the corporate entity Prince and Princess Pet Boutique have a rightful claim to the dogs.