Obamacare fails to deliver on affordability promise

Obamacare was advertised from day one as the solution to unaffordable health care. This promise was so central to the law that those in Washington, D.C., formally named it the Affordable Care Act. The law’s success, therefore, must be judged by whether it’s making Nevada’s health care cheaper.

 
Hurricane Iselle gaining strength as it nears Hawaii

Hawaii residents prepared for what could be the first hurricane to hit the state in more than 20 years as weather officials said Wednesday that an approaching storm appears to have strengthened and will likely maintain its speed as it heads toward the islands.

Plenty on the line for UNLV’s defense

UNLV is counting on three junior college transfers and a transfer from UCLA to mend a defensive line that lost three players from last season.

Vacation selfies put teens, adults at odds

Many parents love seeing their kids taking selfies and posting to social media when they travel. It shows “they are engaged and excited about where they are and what they are doing,” said Susan Austin, a photographer and Iowa mom. But some adults see them as narcissistic distractions that can detract from the travel experience.

Things to do in Henderson Aug. 7-13, 2014

Henderson calendar highlights include the Las Vegas Art-N-Ink Festival and a Teen Vogue fashion show model search.

Gala celebrates White Horse Youth Ranch milestones

Hannah Newmaker’s voice quivered as she delivered a speech at the White Horse Youth Ranch’s gala event July 19 in Las Vegas. Nearly 70 people rose in a standing ovation, fueling Hannah’s confidence to finish.

First look at ‘Step Up All In’

Since the movie is set in Vegas, I tried to write a feature story about it.

Art N’ Ink hitting Las Vegas

It’s called the Art N’ Ink Festival. Probably because the Art N’ Ink N’ Burlesque N’ Craft Brews N’ Classic Cars N’ Freestyle Motocross Festival doesn’t exactly roll off the tongue.

Police find man shot in back

A man was shot in the back Wednesday night near East Bonanza Road and North Eastern Avenue, Las Vegas police said.

Rams once again king of mountain

Tom Pletsch recalls the glory days of Rancho baseball, when players such as Marty Barrett, Mike Maddux, Perry Swanson and Mike Morgan helped the Rams win multiple state titles in the 1970s.

‘Mad Men’ star marries former ‘Gilmore Girl’

Actor Vincent Kartheiser of “Mad Men” fame married fellow thespian Alexis Bledel of “Gilmore Girls” in California this past June.

Are you there, God? It’s me, Cliven

Cliven Bundy has a history of saying things that just don’t seem very godly.

Kids will want to zoom out to pick up ‘Dozer’s Run’

Running when you shouldn’t, could get you lost – but in the new book “Dozer’s Run” by Debbie Levy with Rosana Panza, illustrated by David Opie, it all turned out OK.

New initiative for medical tourism unveiled

The Las Vegas Regional Strategic Plan for Medical and Wellness Tourism was unveiled Wednesday evening at a meeting of healthcare and tourism professionals, organizations and nonprofit groups.

North Las Vegas revises pot licensing ordinance

North Las Vegas unveiled more tweaks to its medical marijuana business licensing ordinance Wednesday, signing off on changes meant to fast track applicants who qualify for a newly created “cross-jurisdictional” license.

Literary Las Vegas: Monica Hatley-Carr

North Las Vegas author/illustrator Monica Hatley-Carr takes readers on an adventure where more than the glasses are rose-colored.

East Valley View things to do for Aug. 7-13, 2014

Event highlights this week include an All-City Synchronized Swimming Show, the La Oportunidad EXPO, a production of “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” and Hot Havana Nights at the Mob Museum.

Rams once again king of mountain

Tom Pletsch recalls the glory days of Rancho baseball, when players such as Marty Barrett, Mike Maddux, Perry Swanson and Mike Morgan helped the Rams win multiple state titles in the 1970s.

Local theater companies forming community spirit

There’s talent galore in this valley. One needn’t spend hundreds of dollars to see it, either. All you need to do is high-tail it to one of the more than 150 productions presented during the course of a year. And, if you need further proof of that, the new theater awards should do it.

DiMaria replaces Day as Gorman baseball coach

Between coaching, teaching and family obligations, Bishop Gorman baseball coach Nick Day knew something had to give.

Get ready for even more ‘Arrested Development’

Being an Arrested Development fan means that you are familiar with the roller-coaster of emotions a television show can make you feel. Well, rise up once again, because it might be coming back … again.

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