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Squatting can be associated with other crimes

Squatting is a common issue in the Las Vegas Valley. But it’s not always an obvious problem to spot, said Lt. Nick Farese, who investigates squatting cases for the Metropolitan Police Department.

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Climber who fell 60 to 80 feet at Red Rock rescued

A climber who fell about 60 to 80 feet Thursday night at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area was rescued Friday morning.

Power restored to nearly 8,000 customers in south Las Vegas

Power’s been restored after a large outage in the south valley Thursday night. The outage was caused by equipment issues, NV Energy reported, and crews returned power to residents by 10:30 p.m.

Service will remember revered Las Vegas teacher John Harrington

John Harrington, who was 87 when he died in July, is remembered by friends and family as an engaging teacher and avid outdoorsman who combined both of those interests to make a lasting impact on students.

The late Phyllis Frias keeps giving back to Las Vegas

Before she died, Phyllis Frias created a trust to ensure the riches she and her husband, Charlie, built through their seven transportation companies returned to Southern Nevada.

Holiday season brings rise in package thefts from porches

It’s holiday time, when gifts are delivered and thieves watch homes for unattended packages. Anyone who has had a delivery stolen off his or her doorstep knows the feeling of shock and disappointment.

Santa Fe Station scores with new bingo hall

Santa Fe Station opened a new, 10,000-square-foot bingo hall in space formerly occupied by the Revolver country nightclub and bar.