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Separate trials ordered in slaying of Palo Verde High School freshman

January 7, 2009 - 4:08 pm

The two teenagers accused of shooting and killing a Palo Verde High School freshman were granted separate trials today.

They are scheduled to go to trial in July and August.

District Judge Stafany Miley granted Gerald Davison and Ezekiel Williams separate trials because one defendant's defense could hurt the other, said E. Brent Bryson, who is defending Williams.

The pair is accused of killing 15-year-old Christopher Privett in February.

Debris covers roads after flooding in Death Valley National Park on Nov. 15, 2025. (National Pa ...

Storm shuts down roads in Death Valley National Park — again

By Mark Davis / RJ

November 17, 2025 - 4:41 pm

The Saturday storm that brought copious amounts of rain to the Las Vegas Valley also created some chaos at Death Valley National Park.

Metropolitan Police Department Sgt. Corie Rapp makes a traffic stop along Vegas Valley Drive on ...

Local governments schedule votes on 30-year property tax extension that pays for police officers

By Ricardo Torres-Cortez / RJ

November 17, 2025 - 4:21 pm

As early as this week, Clark County and Las Vegas could affirm a property tax extension that funds one-quarter of Metropolitan Police Department officer positions, according to meeting agenda items.

A man Palestinian man carries bags of firewood after collecting them from the rubbish in Khan Y ...

UN approves US plan authorizing an international stabilization force in Gaza

By Edith M. Lederer The Associated Press

November 17, 2025 - 2:28 pm

The vote was a crucial next step for the fragile ceasefire and efforts to outline Gaza’s future following two years of war between Israel and Hamas.

President Donald Trump answers questions from reporters during a meeting with the White House t ...

On eve of crown prince’s Washington visit, Trump says he will sell F-35s to Saudi Arabia

By Aamer Madhani The Associated Press

November 17, 2025 - 1:36 pm

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said Monday he will sell F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia as he praised the kingdom for its strong partnership with the United States.

FILE - Former FBI Director James Comey speaks to reporters on Capitol Hill Washington, Dec. 17, ...

Judge scolds Justice Department for ‘profound investigative missteps’ in Comey case

By Eric Tucker The Associated Press

November 17, 2025 - 10:51 am

The 24-page opinion is the most blistering assessment yet by a judge of the Justice Department’s actions leading up to the former FBI director’s indictment.

Former NFL star wide receiver Antonio Brown walks after being released from the Turner Guilford ...

Prosecutor: Antonio Brown could face 30 years if guilty of attempted murder with gun

By Curt Anderson Associated Press

November 17, 2025 - 10:50 am

Former NFL star wide receiver Antonio Brown could face up to 30 years in prison if convicted of attempted murder because a firearm was allegedly used, a prosecutor said Monday.

The Nevada Senate convenes on day three of the Legislature's special session, Saturday, No ...

Special session day 5: Lawmakers weigh major legislation

By Katelyn Newberg and McKenna Ross / RJ

November 17, 2025 - 2:28 pm

Two bills backed by Gov. Joe Lombardo could be voted on by the state Senate as early as Monday, when the special Legislative session enters its fifth day.