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Reno police ganging up on accident-prone intersections Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 2:04AMIf you're driving through of one Reno's most traffic-heavy intersections, you're likely going through one of the city's most crash-heavy ones, also.
Budget crisis slows help for troubled schools Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 2:03AMNearly a year ago, a report on a 15-year effort to improve education at six elementary schools serving West Las Vegas painted a portrait of students isolated by race, poverty and low achievement.
Casino news and notes Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 2:02AMQ: My wife and I decided to take a trip to Las Vegas for our 30th anniversary. We had a wonderful time, but there was something that really bothered me. Usually, we stay at less expensive places, but this time we decided to treat ourselves and stay at Wynn. We'd reserved at $179 a night, but at the check-in desk they told us there was also a $20-a-night resort fee. To my way of thinking, that's ...
SOLON KEEPS AT IT Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 1:59AMSolon’s top-ranked baseball team passed the test and survived by rallying past Waterloo Columbus 12-9 Thursday night at Principal Park in a Class 2A state baseball semifinal. Solon (40-2) advances to Saturday’s 2 p.m. state championship for the first time in its history.
BMX taking off at Tehama District Fairground Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 1:58AMEvery Saturday and Wednesday they come to the northernmost part of the Tehama District Fairground by the dozens, long-sleeved and helmeted, charging, skidding, launching into the air and crashing through the dirt.
Oswalt approves deal, Astros trade ace to Phillies Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 1:56AMPHILADELPHIA (AP) — There's a new Roy in town — and he's an ace, too. Three-time All-Star Roy Oswalt gave his OK to a trade from Houston to Philadelphia on Thursday, becoming the latest star pitcher to join the hard-charging Phillies.
Gibbons appoints member to board Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 1:53AMGov. Jim Gibbons has named Las Vegas real estate broker and Tahoe Regional Planning Agency board member Donna Ruthe to the state Board of Medical Examiners.
Guinn buried in California Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 1:52AMFormer Nevada Gov. Kenny Guinn has been buried in his boyhood hometown of Exeter, Calif., after a graveside ceremony attended by more than 150 family members and friends.
NewsWatch: Business activity falls in July Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 1:52AMBusiness activity in Maryland fell in July after increasing in the previous four months, according to a new survey by the Federal Reserve in Richmond, Va.
Ariz. law stirs 'giant' Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 1:51AMElvira Diaz remembers how frightened she was when she and a dozen other Latinos with signs reading "Immigrants Who Pay Taxes" came face-to-face with hundreds of protesters at a tea party anti-tax rally in Nevada.
Annual Senior Adult Event scheduled at Eastfield College Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 10:53PMThe 14th Annual Senior Fest will be held at Eastfield College from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Aug. 7. The event will bring adults 50 and over from across the Metroplex together.
Reserved for one Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 10:45PMJob Managing partner, along with Robert De Niro, of Nobu, the luxe Japanese chain. Now responsible for restaurants around the world, Notar famously got his start in the industry as a Studio 54 busboy working for nightlife impresario Steve Rubell when he was a 15-year-old from Queens. Wearing a white...
Oregon bank among seven closed Friday Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 10:42PMWASHINGTON -- U.S. bank failures this year have surpassed a bleak milestone of 100 as regulators shut down banks in Oregon, Florida, South Carolina, Kansas, Nevada, Minnesota and Georgia.
Sports news briefs for 7/25/10 Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 10:39PMIt started as a fling between a former model and a famous (and married) college men's basketball coach at the table of an Italian restaurant after closing time.
Samuel L. Jackson announces 'Avengers' cast Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 10:36PMSAN DIEGO -- Comic book fans no longer have to imagine what it might be like to see all their favorite superheroes in one place. They got the chance Saturday at Comic-Con, when the cast of the forthcoming "Avengers" film took the stage. Samuel L. Jackson surprised some 6,000 fans gathered for a Marvel Studios presentation when he stepped out just as it was ending and started introducing the cast ...
Harrison Ford surprises fans at Comic-Con Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 10:36PMSAN DIEGO -- It was as though Han Solo himself had stepped into the San Diego Convention Center. Harrison Ford made a surprise appearance at Comic-Con Saturday, and the crowd of some 6,000 sci-fi and comic book fans greeted him with a sustained standing ovation unmatched by any other during this year's event. Two security guards playfully brought him out in handcuffs.
Leaks provide ground-level account of Afghan war Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 10:36PMWASHINGTON -- Some 90,000 leaked U.S. military records posted online Sunday amount to a blow-by-blow account of six years of the Afghanistan war, including unreported incidents of Afghan civilian killings as well as covert operations against Taliban figures. The online whistle-blower WikiLeaks posted the documents on its website Sunday. The New York Times, London's Guardian newspaper and the ...
How to Start a Business in Las Vegas Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 10:31PMLas Vegas presents an odd challenge for the Nevada Development Authority, a nonprofit agency that encourages economic development the southern part of the state. The trouble is that Sin City’s fun reputation often outshines its entrepreneurial cred. “You’ve probably been here and had a heck of a time,” says Somer Hollingsworth, the agency ’s president and CEO. “Our challenge is to show that ...
No safe bets Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:13PMTo say that Beth Raymer, the author of the new memoir Lay The Favorite: A Memoir of Gambling, has led a picaresque life seems a little ... understated. A little too George Plimptonian, as if the choices she made in her life were always geared toward eventually having a memoir or a film deal, both of which, of course, she has now, and not the result of simply not wanting to make the right choices ...
Poker World Championship Down To Last Nine Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:12PMMore than 7,000 gamblers plunked down the $10,000 entry fee for the World Series of Poker's Main Event. After an 18-hour session that ended around dawn Sunday, the 10th-place finisher was eliminated. The final nine players, who will meet again in November, will each have a shot at the title of World Champion and the top prize of $8.9 million.
Traded by Knicks, David Lee Was Still a Team Player Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:10PMDavid Lee was the kind of player, a solid citizen, the Knicks said they always wanted, until they didn’t.
Las Vegas 'Hurt Locker' takes risks to save lives Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:08PMWhat's on News 3? Should Congress restore jobless benefits?
Hills are alive with the sound of Fats Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:06PMIf you're among those staying away in droves from Stage Door Entertainment's Ain't Misbehavin', you're missing one of Super Summer Theatre's finest recent accomplishments. The show celebrates the songbook of Fats Waller (1904-43), who would surely have been one of Broadway and Hollywood's top tunesmiths had he not committed the crime of composing while black.
Ted Rader: Bringing it back home Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:05PMThe concept for this year's local music issue began with a cover song. A year ago, I first saw The Mad Caps, and they played a roof-raising version of Elvis Presley's "Baby, Let's Play House." Local bands are wise to stay away from the potential cliché of an Elvis cover, but singer/guitarist Ted Rader and drummer Jon Realmuto nailed the song, their band's throwback and rollicking aesthetic ...
Rob Ruckus: Blitzkrieg bass Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:05PMRob Ruckus may just be Las Vegas's most quotable musician. So when it comes to the artists and albums that have influenced the prolific bassist (a current Ruckus band roll call: The Vermin, Moonvine, The Nines, The Showgirls, The Fremonts), we'll defer to him.
Northern Cyprus plans to become Mediterranean 'Las Vegas' Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:00PMNorthern Cyprus has unveiled ambitious plans to become the Las Vegas of the Mediterranean.
Warriors expect big things from Brandan Wright — if he can stay healthy Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 8:19PMWarriors are hoping forward can stay healthy and contribute
Some NBA owners accuse Heat of tampering Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 8:19PMMIAMI — Rival team executives suspicious of the Miami Heat’s efforts to lure LeBron James and Chris Bosh to Miami will collectively have the commissioner’s ear Monday.
Around Town Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 8:17PMThis week features an exciting mix of events, from an art exhibition with 13 talented artists, to a huge concert with hot music acts and a live screening of the FIFA World Cup 2010 finals!
Washington Wizards' John Wall nets 24 in Summer League debut Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 8:15PMJohn Wall scored 24 points and handed out eight assists in his pro debut for the Washington Wizards during a Las Vegas Summer League game.
No Redeem Team players for 2010 basketball worlds Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 8:13PMTeam USA managing director Jerry Colangelo said Sunday that all eight core members of the so-called Redeem Team that won a gold medal in the 2008 Olympics have informed USA Basketball they have decided to skip this summer's tournament.
Mrs. Jacqueline Kay Ard of Peachtree City Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 8:09PMMrs. Jacqueline Kay Ard of Peachtree City died Thursday July 8, 2010. She is survived by her husband Joe Ard of Peachtree City; son Jim Abernathy and his wife Lynette of Palmetto; brother, Richard Cotton and his wife Nancy of Odenville Ala; sisters, Donna Hixson of Florrisant Mo; Marlene Wolf and her husband Foxy of Dixon, MO.; Maureen Alymeda of Las Vegas; grandchildren Chase of Pelham Ala ...
Top pick Wall scores 24 points in Summer League debut Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 8:08PMJohn Wall has scored 24 points and handed out eight assists in his pro debut for the Washington Wizards during a Las Vegas Summer League game. Washington Wizards - John Wall - NBA Summer League - sport - Leagues
Wall puts up 24 points for Wizards in summer league debut Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 7:55PMPlease read the full story on TSN.ca for the latest details
Wall scores 24 points in Summer League debut Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 7:55PMAssociated Press - July 11, 2010 10:45 PM ET LAS VEGAS (AP) - John Wall has scored 24 points and handed out eight assists in his pro debut for the Washington Wizards during a Las Vegas Summer...
Wall Scores 24 Points In Summer League Debut Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 7:45PMThe NBA draft's first pick scored 15 of his points in the second half of the Wizards' 84-79 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Sunday.
3-D television: a new device, a new language Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 9:19AMLet's say you've started lusting for a 3-D television.
Twins' Young looks to keep battering Blue Jays Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 9:18AMDelmon Young looks to continue his hot hitting and help the Twins to a second straight victory over the sputtering Toronto Blue Jays on Wednesday night in Toronto.
Shoplifting Suspect Under Suicide Watch Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 9:16AMA man accused of attempting to shoplift merchandise from a grocery store was placed under suicide watch at the Clark County Detention Center after police said he tried to kill himself.
July 7th Western Kansas Report Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 9:15AMNews from Western Kansas.
Chris Pook involved in New Jersey F1 race bid Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 9:13AMChris Pook has confirmed he is involved with plans for a second Formula One race in the United States. Pook is a British businessman who championed the famous Long Beach street event for F1 before heading the Champ Car series.
Beck claims Bull Bash Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 9:11AMJason Beck of Prairieville won High Noon Rodeo’s Bull Bash Pro Bull Riding Tour event Saturday night at the Washington Parish Fairgrounds in Franklinton.
WSOP Academy Launches Online Interactive Poker School Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 9:10AMExclusive WSOP Footage, Top Champions, Certification Highlight School
Franklin Mining Waiting to Receive Commercial License Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 9:08AMLAS VEGAS, NV--(Marketwire - July 7, 2010) - Franklin Mining, Inc. ( PINKSHEETS : FMNJ ) ( FRANKFURT : FMJ ) Chairman, CEO and President William Petty is pleased to announce the Company has completed all requirements for obtaining a commercialization license from Bolivia's Ministry of Mines and Hydrocarbons. "We have submitted all necessary documents, had our initial interviews," Mr. Petty said ...
Epic to arrive in Miami Wednesday for regular service Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 9:05AMWhen the Norwegian Epic glides through Government Cut to its new home in Miami Wednesday afternoon, it will bring a host of industry firsts, including an ice bar, cabins for solo travelers and performances by the hip Blue Man Group.
Chicago provides welcome relief to fantasy owners Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 9:05AMFifty percent odds are not very favorable, but this past week at Daytona, that is what fantasy owners faced on the restrictor-plate superspeedway. Once the smoke cleared, at least 22 cars sustained damage in several accidents, including the Big One on Lap 148 that officially wrinkled 19 of the fastest competitors. The incident was triggered when two of the most experienced drivers in the field ...
2 SUVs hit pedestrian; 1 leaves accident scene Monday, July 5, 2010 @ 2:29AMA pedestrian was killed Sunday evening while crossing West Lake Mead Boulevard and police are looking for one of two vehicles that struck the man.
Fishkill hears Declaration of Independence - From the Poughkeepsie Journal Monday, July 5, 2010 @ 2:26AMFISHKILL — Gregory Totino, 17, was going to wear a traditional Colonial-era outfit for his reading of the Declaration of Independence on Sunday at Village Hall.
Derided no more, suburban life is turning serious Monday, July 5, 2010 @ 2:15AMThe numbingly similar tract homes, endless strip malls and multiple minivans filled with youth soccer players indelibly mark this former Indian mission territory as a Kansas City suburb.
Interview: L.G. Bradshaw, Author of Dot to Dot Monday, July 5, 2010 @ 2:14AMAfter serving in the United States Army and working as a Minneapolis police officer for 14 years, L.G. Bradshaw gathered plenty of information and first hand accounts of the endless stream of human depravity that takes place in the world, to add to his writing. Mr. Bradshaw's newest release ...