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Drainage work will close US 95-Rancho exit Monday night

The southbound off-ramp from U.S. Highway 95 to Rancho Drive in northwest Las Vegas will be closed Monday night and early Tuesday morning for drainage improvement work.

Northbound lanes on US 95 near Jones reopen after crash

All northbound lanes on U.S. Highway 95 near Jones Boulevard have reopened Friday morning, according to the Regional Transit Commission on Twitter.

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Crime and safety news from around the valley, March 10-16, 2016

Protecting Nevada’s Seniors: The free public event is planned from 10 a.m. to noon March 14 at the Doolittle Community Center, 1950 J St. The Contractors Board is joining forces with local, state, and community partners to raise awareness of different forms of elder abuse, common scams targeting the elderly, and offer tips and resources available to assist seniors in identifying warning signs and how to protect themselves. This interactive panel discussion includes a vendor fair and light refreshments. Participating in the event will be a variety of representatives from the legal community, local law enforcement, and other senior advocacy groups. Call 702-229-6374.

Health news and events around the valley, March 10-16, 2016

Business Power Luncheon: Las Vegas Heals is partnering with the Las Vegas Metro Chamberof Commerce at the Business Power Luncheon, set from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 17 at Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas, 3960 Las Vegas Blvd. South. The deans from UNLV School of Medicine, Touro University Nevada and Roseman University of Health Sciences are set to give updates on their respective campuses and explain how the business community can engage with these economy-driving forces to positively impact the region. Registration closes March 14. Visit tinyurl.com/powerluncheonLV.

 
Pair in stolen U-Haul shoot car, evade police during wild pursuit

A pair of people who stole a U-Haul late Thursday evaded police during a pursuit, weaving and speeding through the central valley and downtown area before coming to a forced stop in North Las Vegas, officials said.

Denver light-rail approach a model for Las Vegas transit

Fresh off a road trip to Denver to see that city’s growing light-rail system, members of the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada say they would be the best agency to take the next step in developing a Southern Nevada system.

Heller pursues more drone testing in Nevada, transportation options at McCarran

Nevada’s drone testing sites would have more autonomy to partner with private industry on emerging technology, and McCarran International Airport could use federal funds to build facilities that offer multiple transportation modes under provisions Sen. Dean Heller inserted into a major aviation bill.

 
Cliven Bundy refuses to enter plea in 2014 armed standoff near Bunkerville — VIDEO

Cliven Bundy refused to enter a plea in federal court Thursday to criminal charges stemming from the 2014 armed standoff with law enforcement near his Bunkerville ranch. U.S. Magistrate Judge Bill Hoffman entered a not-guilty plea on his behalf to all of the charges.

Henderson K9 unit unhurt after shooting on US 95

A Henderson police officer and dog were unharmed after someone opened fire on a K9 vehicle on the freeway Wednesday night, according to a release from Las Vegas police.

British man living in Las Vegas indicted for fraud

A British man living in Las Vegas was indicted by a Nevada grand jury for multiple counts of wire fraud, aggravated identity theft and money laundering on Wednesday, according to a release from the Department of Justice.

 
Man gets 15 years in prison for 35-year-old murder

Even 35 years after Jamey Walker was slain, family and friends packed a Las Vegas courtroom Thursday to watch her killer senteced to prison.