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United Airlines Flies Kansas-Bound Dog to Japan KCTV reports that Kara Swindle and her two children expected to receive their German shepherd upon arriving in Kansas City, Missouri Tuesday. However, the family received a Great Dane instead There’s no word on when the dog will arrive in Kansas City. The news comes after a dog died while stashed in an overhead bin on a Houston-to-New York flight.
‘National Geographic’ Acknowledges History of Racist Coverage In the magazine’s upcoming 2018 issue, they did a deep dive into race in both the outside world and in the magazine itself. They hired John Edwin Mason, a professor with a background in the history of Africa and the history of photography, to look over ‘Nat Geo’s’ history. Susan Goldberg, Editor-in-chief of National Geographic Susan Goldberg, Editor-in-chief of National Geographic According to Goldberg, they felt is was important to examine the magazine’s own history with race before examining others. Susan Goldberg, Editor-in-chief of National Geographic
A man was shot in the head Tuesday night in what police believe was a botched drug deal. The incident took place on the 4800 block of Nellis Oasis Lane near Lamont Street. The wounded man was taken to a local hospital where he was receiving treatment. He was listed in stable condition. The suspect has not been located.
The Lights FC successful preseason opener had one major issue. Certain fans used a chant that has anti-homosexual connotations. The club is hoping to end its use immediately. The chant has a history of use in Mexican soccer but has been condemned by FIFA. Lights owner Brett Lashbrook: “Of course it’s not permitted. Of course it’s not tolerated.”
Here are the girls Class 4A league MVPs, as selected by coaches Northeast League: Kyndal Ricks, Rancho 16.0 Ppg, 5.0 Rpg, 1.9 Apg, helped Rams reach postseason for fifth year in a row Southeast League: Dre’una Edwards, Liberty Class 4A-leading 19.0 Ppg, 7.7 Rpg, helped Patriots win league for sixth year in a row Northwest League: Justice Ethridge, Centennial UNLV commit helped Bulldogs win league for fourth year in a row Southwest League: Essence Booker, Spring Valley 16.5 Ppg, 5.0 Rpg, 4.2 Apg, helped Grizzlies win league for first time as Class 4A team
Here are the boys Class 4A league MVPs, as selected by coaches Northeast League: Kevin Legardy, Canyon Springs 24.4 Ppg, helped the Pioneers win their second league title in a row Southeast League: Marvin Coleman, Foothill 16.7 Ppg, 8.5 Rpg, 5.7 Apg, helped Falcons win league for first time since 2014 Northwest League: Brian Washington, Cimarron Memorial 15.9 Ppg, 5.6 Bpg, led Class 4A with 14.2 Rpg Southwest League: Jamal Bey, Bishop Gorman 23.1 Ppg, 8.4 Rpg, helped Gaels win league for 11th year in a row
Shaun White Wins Gold at 2018 Winter Olympics The American snowboarding superstar took to the halfpipe on Wednesday and posted a 97.75 score in his final run, beating out 11 other competitors including three Americans. The incredible win even moved White to tears. Shaun White became the first snowboarder to win three Olympic gold medals and took home the 100th gold medal for Team USA in Winter Games history. “I just felt so overwhelmed … People talking about my age, my injury in New Zealand … It’s all worth it now.” media
Las Vegas Police and the Clark County Fire Department are investigating a suspected arson at 4330 W. Desert Inn Road.
A fire broke out around 3 a.m. Wednesday. Metropolitan police later arrived at the scene and taped off the area. Clark County fire investigators believe the fire was intentionally set. Check back at lvrj.com for more details.
Flynn the Bichon Frise Wins 2018 Best in Show at Westminster After days of strutting their stuff a winner has been named at the 142nd Westminster Dog Show. Earlier, Flynn won the Non-Sporting Group before turning heads and taking the title of top dog. Ty the giant schnauzer took second place with Reserve Best in Show. The 5 year old Flynn plans to retire after his Westminster win but not before a victory lap!
Chelsea Manning to Run for the US Senate in Maryland The transgender former Amy private filed her statement of candidacy on Thursday. Manning was previously convicted of leaking government documents to WikiLeaks. But was released from her prison sentence on May 17. She would be challenging Democrat Benjamin L. Cardin who is up for reelection in November for his third term. Cardin is expected to win a third term.
2007: Israeli investors buy and implode New Frontier hotel 2014: Crown Resorts acquires property through foreclosure 2015: Clark County approves plans for 1,100-room, 3.4 million-square-foot Alon Las Vegas 2016: Crown backs out of Alon project 2017: Site listed for $400 million 2017: Wynn Resorts agrees to buy site for $336 million
Wynn Resorts has announced it reached an agreement to buy the empty lot on Las Vegas Boulevard where the New Frontier once stood. Wynn will pay $336 million for the 34 acres of the former New Frontier as well as 4 additional acres connected to the site. The company hopes the development will bring more tourists to the north end of the Strip. Once the deal is complete, Wynn will own 280 acres of contiguous property running from the Las Vegas Convention Center on Paradise Road west to Industrial Road Wynn plans to start construction of Paradise Park, which includes a 47-story, 1,500-room hotel, on the site of the Wynn Golf Course in January.
Pot cafes, stoned yoga and painting while puffing could be just around the corner in Las Vegas. Las Vegas officials are considering an ordinance that would allow the city to license marijuana consumption lounges. The ordinance would allow for a variety of consumption-friendly businesses, such as restaurants, yoga studios, coffee shops and even a smoking while painting class. The lounges would not be allowed to have or serve any alcohol or to store marijuana on-site. Assistant City Attorney Bryan Scott said lounges could be approved in March.
Las Vegas’ new soccer team introduced its head coach Tuesday. José Luis Sánchez Solá, better known as “Chelís”, will put together the Las Vegas Lights FC for 2018. Owner Brett Lashbook said Chelís fit with the attacking style of play he wants the team to be. Chelís previously coached Puebla in Liga MX and was the coach of Major League Soccer team Chivas USA. Chelís is currently an analyst with the ESPN Deporters’ daily soccer show Futbol Picante.