Heller, a consistent foe of Obamacare, faces critical vote

All eyes are now on Heller as Senate Republicans leaders, prodded by President Donald Trump, push for a vote this week on either a repeal of Obamacare, or repeal and replacement with a quickly crafted plan that has been cobbled together by senators behind closed doors.

Report projects 420,000 fewer Nevadans to vote in 2018

Nearly 420,000 Nevadans could skip next year’s midterm elections, and Democrats and Republicans alike are prepping for what such a decrease in voters could mean in 2018.

 
Carrie Fisher honored at Comic-Con

Four “Star Wars” costuming clubs held a tribute to their favorite fallen princess at Comic-Con.

 
Oldest Florida manatee in captivity, Snooty, dies at 69

Snooty, the longest living manatee in captivity, died Sunday, a day after a huge party to celebrate his 69th birthday, according to the South Florida Museum.

Jamaica upsets Mexico, to play U.S. in Gold Cup final

Kemar Lawrence scored on an exquisite 24-yard free kick in the 88th minute, and Jamaica advanced to the CONCACAF Gold Cup final with a 1-0 upset victory over Mexico on Sunday night.

Kahne captures Brickyard 400, ending long winless streak

Kasey Kahne needed a break Sunday — and got it. The 37-year-old driver barely reached the overtime line before the last caution flag came out in a crash-marred Brickyard 400, allowing Kahne to complete a six-hour marathon and snap a long winless streak.

Residents anxious about future of closed Legacy Golf Club

Henderson residents living in homes surrounding the recently purchased Legacy Golf Club are voicing displeasure about its closure and the uncertainly about future uses.

‘Game of Thrones’ actor makes splash as DJ on Las Vegas Strip

Most people know him as Hodor, the gentle giant in the HBO megahit “Game of Thrones.” But Kristian Nairn’s DJ roots run deep and he spent a sunny Sunday afternoon making his Las Vegas pool party debut at The Linq Hotel.

CeeLo Green takes Caesars to another dimension

In the second show in a four-show run at Cleopatra’s Barge, CeeLo Green took on Michael Jackson’s “The Way You Make me Feel,” and Morris Day & The Time’s dance classic “The Bird.”

Man shot near northwest Las Vegas park

A person was shot in the leg Sunday afternoon near a northwest valley park, police said.

Esport wagering remains murky area for casinos

The casino industry is working to integrate gambling with esports, or competitive video gaming. But it’s already happening inside Las Vegas casinos — and has been since at least 2005.

Summerlin one of the country’s best-selling master-planned communities

Summerlin marked the first half of 2017 with strong new home sales, topping last year’s numbers through June 2016 by 28 percent to earn the community the No. 7 spot on a list of country’s best-selling master-planned communities, according to a report recently released by national real estate consultant RCLCO. With 470 new home sales for 2017 as of June 30, Summerlin, a development of The Howard Hughes Corp., is the highest-ranked Nevada master-planned community.

Pardee Homes adds Pivot to its Henderson new home collection

Pardee Homes’ newest neighborhood in Henderson is at the corner of Carnegie Street and South Green Valley Parkway in a popular corridor that is adjacent to established services and retail.

Longtime valley residents start new chapter at Juhl

Becky Dutro is a 30-year resident of Las Vegas who has lived in almost every corner of the valley. For the last several years, downtown Las Vegas has been her neighborhood of choice; and in March, she and husband, Lahm, purchased their dream home at Juhl, a loft-style community known for its flexible floor plans and industrial chic design aesthetic.

Cadence closes landmark 500th new home

Cadence, Henderson’s bustling 2,200-acre master-planned community, is celebrating the closing of its 500th new home.

Telecommuters choose The Ogden

Tiffany and Bruce Marler were both born and raised in small Missouri towns but have always believed they were destined to travel and live in more urban environments. Employed by a software company that enables them to work remotely from anywhere in the country, the couple spent years traveling to metropolitan destinations such as New York and San Francisco. The Marlers began discussing their next relocation in 2015, and something about Las Vegas kept drawing them back.

Mortgage rates retreat, Fed likely to keep rates low

Mortgage procrastinators rejoice! It looks like the recent trend of rising mortgage rates has taken the week off, giving homebuyers and refinancers an opportunity to lock in a more favorable rate.

Summerlin homesite listed for $7.5 M

An ultra-exclusive lot in The Ridges in Summerlin that’s been withheld from development for more than a decade is on the market for the first time.

Problems with HOA president escalate

I appreciate the invitation to attend your next board meeting but I am not the person who you need to invite as I am not an enforcement investigator for the Nevada Real Estate Division.

Firefighter finds high-rise living fine

Corey Daniel was born and raised in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, and recently found his own version of paradise when he purchased his dream home at One Las Vegas, the twin 20-story condominium towers located on the south end of Las Vegas Blvd.

Sister-brother Realtor team helps homebuyers

The search for a new home led Michelle and Kris Klump to the Cadence planned community in Henderson with a desire to move closer to family. Their visit to Woodside Homes’ Park Place in Cadence sales office led to the discovery of their “forever home” and the Nevada Builder Trade In Program.