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5 things connecting Las Vegas and Marilyn Monroe

August 28, 2020 - 12:29 am

1. Marilyn Monroe, known then as Norma Jeane, obtained her first divorce in Las Vegas at the age of 20 on September 13, 1946. 2. According to some biographers, Monroe lived at 604 S. 3rd Street for four months during the summer of 1946. The house has since been torn down and is now the site of a parking lot. 3. In 1954, Monroe almost married Joe DiMaggio in Las Vegas but the wedding was called off last minute. The wedding was to be held at the Hotel El Rancho Vegas which was located on the southwest corner of Sahara Avenue and Las Vegas Boulevard. 4. Las Vegas has at least one road dedicated to the star. Marilyn Monroe Avenue is located in east Las Vegas and intersects with Betty Davis Street and Cary Grant Court. 5. There are currently more than 20 Marilyn Monroe impersonators for hire in the Las Vegas Valley.

Mojave high jumper John Harper seeking new heights

August 28, 2020 - 12:29 am

John Harper already has the best high jump in Nevada this year, but that’s not good enough for him. The Mojave senior cleared 6-10 on March 20, and the next-best jump in the state is 6-7. Only nine athletes in the country have done better than 6-10 this year, and he has his eyes on the national best of 7-3. He’s boosted Mojave’s athletic prestige, helping the football and basketball teams to the postseason. But track is where he makes a name for himself on a national level. And it’s hard not to consider him a favorite for the Class 3A state title.

Suspected driver in crash that killed Las Vegas teens out of jail

August 28, 2020 - 12:30 am

The suspected drunken driver in the crash that killed three Las Vegas students in California has been released from police custody. Jail records show Bani Duarte was released from police custody Sunday morning. Duarte rear-ended a car full of teenagers stopped at a red light early Thursday morning, resulting in the death of three. She is accused of driving under the influence and vehicular manslaughter. A vigil was held Tuesday night at Centennial Hills High School to remember the teens.

Teacher arrested on DUI charge in crash at North Las Vegas school

August 28, 2020 - 12:30 am

An schoolteacher was arrested Tuesday morning on suspicion of driving under the influence after a crash near a North Las Vegas school. According to police, April Shepard struck two cars parked outside Tom Williams Elementary School. Police do not suspect she had been drinking alcohol, and are “waiting on the confirmation to what it was.” No injuries were reported, and no students were involved. She faces a misdemeanor charge of driving under the influence with accident. Shepard is the 12th district employee arrested this school year, according to Review-Journal records.

Len Jessup to leave UNLV for California school

August 28, 2020 - 12:31 am

UNLV President Len Jessup announced Tuesday that he is leaving UNLV for a school in California. Jessup will serve as president of Claremont Graduate University in Claremont, California. The announcement came in a three-page letter to the campus community. “This is a bittersweet decision for both Kristi and me given the true love we have for UNLV and the enormous amount of love expressed over the past several weeks from thousands of colleagues and friends — both on and off campus,” Jessup said. His first day on the new job is July 1.

Lights training partner Renae Cuellar readies for national team duty

August 28, 2020 - 12:31 am

The Lights FC has had a special guest at training the last three weeks. Renae Cuellar, a member of the Mexican national team, has been practicing with the club. Cuellar is married to Lights midfielder Carlos Alvarez. The two don’t take it easy on each other in training though. Obviously I love her, I’m going to take care of her as much as possible but on the field if she’s not on my team, she’s my enemy. At the end of the day, that’s the way I see it and that’s the way we’re going to compete. She sees it the same way, let me tell you. If she could kick me, she’ll kick me. She won’t hold back.

Amazon plans 800K-square-foot warehouse in North Las Vegas

August 28, 2020 - 12:32 am

A new Amazon warehouse could bring over 1,000 jobs to the Las Vegas Valley. Amazon executives are expected to announce plans Wednesday to build a 800,000-square-foot fulfillment center in North Las Vegas. The new warehouse is expected to be at a new industrial complex under construction near the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The new facility is expected to pack and ship small items such as books, toys and household items. Amazon says the company will offer “competitive” pay and “comprehensive benefits starting on day one.” “This is Amazon’s third facility in North Las Vegas,” Mayor John Lee said. “A repeat customer is the best kind of customer, because it’s a testament to the quality we’re putting out and the results they’ve had in North Las Vegas.”

Jay-Z Cried and Was ‘So Happy’ When Mother Came Out

August 28, 2020 - 12:32 am

Jay-Z Cried and Was ‘So Happy’ When Mother
Came Out On Netflix’s ‘My Next Guest Needs No Introduction,’ Jay-Z then wrote the song “Smile” from his latest album ‘4:44.’ Smile, 4:44 The Jay-Z episode will premiere on
Netflix on Apr. 6.

UPDATED: Active Shooter Reported at YouTube’s Headquarters

August 28, 2020 - 12:32 am

BREAKING: Active Shooter Reported at YouTube’s Headquarters There were multiple reports of an active shooter at the video platform’s campus in San Bruno, CA. YouTube has not commented on the situation while YouTube’s owner, Google, said it is “coordinating with authorities” and will provide more updates later. Reports confirmed the suspected shooter is a 30-year-old woman, Three of the victims have been wounded, but no fatalities have been reported.