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Clan was bigger-than-life and so was Darwin Lamb

Darwin Lamb, a colorful member of a legendary Southern Nevada family whose long life’s wide-ranging interests included acting, singing, ranching, off-road racing and politics, died Sunday at his home in Cedar City, Utah, of age-related medical issues. He was 83.

Las Vegas Sands proposes $1B domed stadium; Adelson to meet with Raiders owner

Casino giant Las Vegas Sands Corp. will lead a consortium of investors planning to build a $1 billion domed stadium on 42 acres near the University of Nevada, Las Vegas that would house the school’s football team — and possibly a National Football League franchise.

Prosecutors likely to seek death in double killing

A Las Vegas prosecutor said Thursday there is “a substantial likelihood” he will seek the death penalty against a man charged in the execution-style slaying of two people.

Las Vegas Chess Center creates gathering place for all ages

Benjamin Fleming, 10, and Chema Estreller, 8, rushed to strategically move pawns, rooks, knights, castles and queens, always with an eye to defending the king, as they faced off across a checkered board at the Las Vegas Chess Center.

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Fire in east Las Vegas causes ‘severe damage’ to vacant house

The Clark County Fire Department responded to a house fire in the east Las Vegas Valley resulting in “severe damage” to the building just after 5 a.m. Thursday, according to the department.

Mother offers $100,000 reward for tip that helps find, convict son’s killer

Karen Brill-Kelley calls Las Vegas police every year in late January. Almost seven years have gone by since her 16-year-old son, Aric Brill, was shot in the back of the head at a North Las Vegas house party. The shooter was never identified.

Blue ribbon panel discusses progress to improve child welfare system

A blue ribbon committee met Wednesday afternoon to discuss progress and plans for improving Clark County’s troubled child welfare and court system. The committee received plaudits for progress but was reminded of looming obstacles.

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