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Frying eggs outside? Experiments to try during the heat wave

School is out and summer break is in full swing, but with temperatures expected to hit 117 degrees this week— and possibly exceed it­— it’s doubtful many kids will be playing outside.

North Las Vegas police union chief sues city

A North Las Vegas police sergeant who heads the police supervisors union filed a lawsuit against the police chief, city manager and city Thursday, according to court documents.

North Las Vegas sued over plan to seize home mortgages

A plan to leverage the city of North Las Vegas’ power of eminent domain to seize underwater mortgages and sell them back to homeowners at a lower price is seen as a financial lifeline for some desperate residents.

 
You’ve been warned: Stay inside

Summer is waging war with a vengeance, and it’s taking no prisoners.

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District Attorney: Take care of your pets or face consequences

Clark County District Attorney Steve Wolfson is making a point to prosecute individuals who leave their pets in vehicles unattended or in yards without shade or water during the hot summer months.

Cooling stations open through Wednesday

In anticipation of extreme weather and high temperatures of 115 to 117 degrees over the weekend, cooling stations have been opened through Wednesday throughout the Las Vegas valley.

A La Carte, July 2-8

Read about dining-related events and promotions across the Las Vegas Valley.

Dining Pick of the Week: Yalla Mediterranean Grill

This restaurant is all about family and family recipes, which form the core of Yalla Mediterranean Grill’s authentic menu, That menu says “home,” which here means Beirut, Lebanon and Amman, Jordan.

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