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Experts almost certain world not ending today

A previously undiscovered zombie planet will not crash into the Earth today, obliterating all human life and leaving the cockroaches to roam the desolate landscape, a drove of authorities said.

Nevada gun sales spike in wake of Connecticut school massacre

One of the worst school shootings in U.S. history sent gun sales soaring in Nevada, spurred by the national debate on tighter purchasing restrictions and buyers determined to ensure their own safety.

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ROAD ALERT: U.S. 95 ramp, lane closures planned

Motorists traveling U.S. Highway 95 northbound in the downtown area Saturday morning will face a ramp and lane restriction.

Miss USA Olivia Culpo is crowned Miss Universe

A 20-year-old Boston University sophomore and a self-described “cellist-nerd” brought the Miss Universe crown back to the United States for the first time in more than a decade when she won the televised contest Wednesday.

Hsieh makes $45 million in property deals downtown

With new deals in place for about $45 million in downtown Las Vegas property, the real estate buying phase of Zappos chief Tony Hsieh’s Downtown Project is nearly complete.

RTC buses on reduced schedules for Christmas

Local transit service on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day will run on reduced schedules because of traditionally lower ridership and less traffic on those days, the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada announced.

Las Vegas charities feel ebb, flow of holiday giving

It’s feast or famine at local charities this holiday season, with some enjoying increased donations and others making do with less.

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