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Things could be looking up for North Las Vegas cops, firefighters

All three Democrats taking seats on the North Las Vegas City Council this week said they’re optimistic about resolving clashes with the city’s public safety unions, with newcomers Councilman Isaac Barron and Mayor John Lee agreeing an out-of-court settlement with the city’s bargaining groups was long overdue.

Enduring the heat, crews prepare railroad cottage for museum

Donning white hazard suits, gloves and masks this week, crews from A&B Environmental worked to clear out asbestos and lead paint from a early 1900s railroad housing unit expected to open this fall at the Clark County Museum.

Man found in Searchlight desert identified

A man found dead in the desert Sunday after a heat wave struck the Las Vegas area was identified Tuesday.

Thomas Roberts named Catholic Charities CEO

Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada on Monday announced Thomas A. Roberts as its new president and chief operating officer.

Two weekend deaths believed to be heat-related

Two men died over the weekend in separate incidents believed to be heat-related, according to Las Vegas Fire Department and the National Park Service. The weekend temperatures of 117 were some of the highest ever in Las Vegas, tying the record set in 2005.

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Reid rallies for immigration reform in Las Vegas

U.S. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, D-Nev., and a group of allies rallied the faithful Monday as the battle to pass comprehensive immigration reform moves to the House of Representatives.

Giffords, Kelly visit Vegas to shore up support for gun control law

Former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords and her astronaut husband, Mark Kelly, don’t want to change Nevada’s opinion on gun control. Most Nevadans already agree with them, according to a poll they commissioned.

OSHA investigating death of ‘Ka’ performer

The Nevada Occupational Safety & Health Administration announced in a press release it is currently investigating Saturday’s fatal Cirque du Soleil performance that claimed the life of a performer, the first in the company’s 29-year history.

Summerlin Patriotic Parade to feature 79 entries

The Summerlin Council Patriotic Parade is set for 9 a.m. July 4 at the corner of Hillpointe Road and Hills Center Drive. This year’s event includes new entries, one of which will honor fallen law enforcement officers.

Valley to welcome Independence Day with a bang

There’s no shortage of Independence Day celebrations in the Las Vegas Valley. From parades and fireworks to car races, there’s something for almost everyone.

Pilot proud to serve but excited to return early to surprise his children

Capt. John Costa, a fighter pilot who has served in Iraq and flown F-15E Strike Eagles and F-16s in Afghanistan, faced a new nerve-racking mission — appearing on stage in front of a crowd to surprise his daughters.

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