Commitment pays off for Redskins softball slugger Nov 21, 2009
Getting scholarship offers from Division I programs like CSUN and University of Nevada Las Vegas, and finally signing a letter of intent were a form of validation for the many long hours Bindi spent over the past five years traveling to tournaments with club teams and hitting balls late at night in the garage with her dad Guido. Between hitting lessons and playing tournaments on weekends, it was hard to really have a social life, but now I m relieved. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
I-Team: Booting Battle Cranks Up Nov 21, 2009
LAS VEGAS -- Paul Draher knows it is just another day as one of the most reviled men in Las Vegas ... It may not seem like much, but many Las Vegas drivers feel entitled and deserving of the right to park wherever they please ... I can't believe that could be happening here in Las Vegas. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Young Students to Protest Violence Nov 21, 2009
Posted: Friday, November 20, 2009 7:49 PM EST Updated: Friday, November 20, 2009 10:17 PM EST. The SAVE program stands for Students Against Violence Everywhere and Friday, the students at Monaco Middle School gathered to learn how staying away from bad choices now can lead them to a brighter future. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
I-Team: The JFK Conspiracy Theory Nov 21, 2009
And for one Las Vegas man, it will bring back a flood of memories about the only criminal case ever brought to trial in connection with the JFK assassination ... He was the opening act in Las Vegas for such entertainers as Bobby Darin and Robert Goulet, and like many of us, got hooked on JFK. ... He believes the plot has its roots in Las Vegas, 300 yards from where we taped our interview. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Nevada Unemployment Numbers Dip Slightly Nov 21, 2009
Posted: Friday, November 20, 2009 7:59 AM EST Updated: Friday, November 20, 2009 10:33 AM EST. Nevada's unemployment rate for the month of October fell for the first time in more than a year. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Despite High-Profile Crimes, Incidents Down for the Year Nov 21, 2009
Despite these recent incidents, police are adamant crime is down in Las Vegas. They admit however, November has not been a good month. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Amber Alert Issued for Abducted Pahrump Boy Nov 21, 2009
Posted: Friday, November 20, 2009 9:49 PM EST Updated: Saturday, November 21, 2009 12:28 AM EST. 47-year-old Stephen Alarid. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
States shouldn't set power laws for consumer products. There is already a federal... Nov 21, 2009
I'll always compare prices from California to those in Las Vegas, Nevada. If it's cheaper over there; then California politicians are as stupid as they sound. (Multichannel News)
Day One of the Houston Cougar Classic Fall Invitational Nov 21, 2009
9) University of Nevada Las Vegas 14. NOTES FROM THE PRELIMS - During Friday mornings' prelims, sophomores (5:06. (Uhcougars.com)
FEMA Plans Disaster Drill on Las Vegas Strip Nov 21, 2009
Las Vegas is the designated spot for a mock nuclear explosion planned by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. FEMA had planned to simulate a nuclear explosion right on the Las Vegas Strip to test for emergency preparedness ... But the plan is meeting a lot of opposition from all the key players, including Boyd Gaming, MGM Mirage, the Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce and the LVCVA.. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
iLounge Inc., and MusicSkins LLC, Announce the Ultimate Design Contest Nov 21, 2009
iLounge Inc., the leading provider of iPod, iPhone and iTunes information has teamed up with MusicSkins LLC the world's leader in music-related, premium vinyl skin products, to offer people a chance to showcase their design talent at the 2010 International CES. Entrants will have a chance to upload their own design/imagery for the chance to be featured and distributed via MusicSkins iPod and iPhone skins at the world's largest consumer technology tradeshow International CES January 7th - 10th in... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Station Casinos Judge Says Bankruptcy Probe Unneeded, Rejects Boyd Motion Nov 21, 2009
Zive delayed until Dec. 11 a decision on a related request to end the exclusive right of Station managers to propose a plan to reorganize the Las Vegas-based gambling company ... Boyd claims in court papers that Station has refused to consider its offer to buy some, or all, of the companys 18 casinos in the Las Vegas area. (Bloomberg -- US)
Photos Released of Murder Suspects in Police Killing Nov 21, 2009
North Las Vegas police say the 17-year-old has been transferred to the North Las Vegas Detention Center where the two other suspects are being held ... "This investigation is still ongoing, but as it stands right now, we still believe these individuals targeted Officer Nettleton in an attempted robbery and that this was just a random act of violence," said Officer Chrissy Coon, North Las Vegas Police. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
I-Team: Cold Case Leaves Brother Looking for Answers Nov 21, 2009
A $20 bag of marijuana led to the murder of a 19-year old Las Vegas man four years ago ... Police think that stranger is still here, on the streets of Las Vegas and if he murdered Coleman for something like this, chances are he might kill again. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Highway travel rises as economy recovers Nov 21, 2009
The sharp drop in Nevada's highway travel could mean fewer gamblers can afford to go to Las Vegas in the current economy, said Phil Flynn, analyst at PFGBest Research in Chicago. "The appetite for risk is even taking its toll on Vegas," he said. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Sin City Heats up Battle for Businesses Nov 21, 2009
LAS VEGAS, Nov. 20, 2009 ... (CBS) Las Vegas is a city built on a gamble, but now it wants to be seen as a sure bet ... "You've got to get out of dodge, we call it running for the border, you've got to run for the border and come to Las Vegas because it's a totally different ballgame," said Hollingsworth, the CEO of the Nevada Development Authority. (CBS News)
Officials Focus on Las Vegas Gang Violence Nov 21, 2009
LAS VEGAS -- The murder of Officer Trevor Nettleton is shedding light on the dangers of gangs. Experts say the gang culture is found in every Las Vegas high school -- even elementary schools ... Officials have verified 500 different gangs around Las Vegas. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
High-Roller Files Civil Suit Against Harrah's Nov 20, 2009
LAS VEGAS November 19, 2009 (AP) The Associated Press. A Nebraska man facing felony charges stemming from almost $15 million in Las Vegas gambling debts is suing casino giant Harrah's Entertainment Inc. for alleged breach of contract, conspiracy and negligence. (ABC News -- Wire)
Grimble talks USC visit and about Jeff Luc Nov 20, 2009
coms No. 1 tight end Xavier Grimble from Bishop Gorman in Las Vegas has eagerly awaited his official visit to USC since his verbal commitment in April. And he wasnt disappointed with his experience, he was blown away. (The Insiders -- Nevada Prep)
South Carolina Baseball Announ... Nov 20, 2009
Bryan Harper - LHP - Las Vegas, Nev ... Donn Roach - RHP - Las Vegas, Nev. (Uscsports.com)
Driven: American muscle Nov 20, 2009
And as I stop for fuel at a "gas station" just off the Interstate 15 highway linking Los Angeles and Las Vegas through the Nevada desert, the elderly couple behind the counter are not the first Americans to smile and say: "Nice car.". This is no humble hire car, of course. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Man arrested in Las Vegas area taxi robberies Nov 20, 2009
(11-19) 15:17 PST Las Vegas, NV (AP). Officials say the Nevada Taxicab Authority has apprehended a person allegedly involved in the robberies of three taxi drivers at gunpoint in the Las Vegas area ... Taxicab Authority investigators and Las Vegas police arrested the man Thursday while he walked to his apartment complex. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Jackson pharmacy search records to be unsealed Nov 20, 2009
(11-19) 17:56 PST LAS VEGAS, (AP) ... Attorney Colby Williams, representing The Associated Press, Los Angeles Times, TMZ Productions Inc. of Los Angeles and Stephens Media LLC, the parent company of the Las Vegas Review-Journal, argued there was no reason for the documents to remain secret ... A law enforcement source told AP after the raids that investigators believed Jackson's personal physician, Dr. Conrad Murray, bought the powerful sedative propofol from the Las Vegas pharmacy on May 12,... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Las Vegas gang member sentenced in '04 shooting Nov 20, 2009
Las Vegas gang member sentenced in '04 shooting. Article:Las Vegas gang member sentenced in '04 shooting:/n/a/2009/11/19/state/n144855S34 ... DTL Article:Las Vegas gang member sentenced in '04 shooting:/n/a/2009/11/19/state/n144855S34. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
`Dogs Win, Clinch Fifth Seed Nov 20, 2009
"We Are Your Team" - The `Dogs head to Las Vegas to compete in the six-team WAC Tournament Nov. 22-25. Fresno State will play on Monday against Nevada. (Gobulldogs.com)
Las Vegas Men Sell New Poker Idea Nov 20, 2009
A Las Vegas man and his childhood friend says growing up in the valley helped them invent a new video poker game and strike a deal with slot maker IGT. ... Zarowitz and his business partner Terry Gold grew up in Las Vegas and have been friends since they were toddlers ... In true Las Vegas fashion, the duo says they gambled and got lucky. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Cool at School: Jazzing Things Up Nov 20, 2009
Posted: Thursday, November 19, 2009 10:50 AM EST Updated: Thursday, November 19, 2009 10:50 AM EST. The early bird jazz band at Sig Rogich Middle School is playing tunes before the other kids arrive for class. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Woman Missing for Over a Week Nov 20, 2009
North Las Vegas Police have issued an alert for a woman they believe is in danger ... Fifty-six-year-old Patricia Ann Prather lives with her older brother in this apartment near Las Vegas Boulevard and Carey ... North Las Vegas Police do not suspect foul play, but they are concerned about Patricia's well being. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
2 Men to Stand Trial in Deaths of Couple Nov 20, 2009
A Las Vegas judge has ruled that two men will stand trial on murder charges ... The two 18-year-olds are each charged with two counts of murder with a deadly weapon and one count of conspiracy, burglary and robbery with a deadly weapon in the Sept. 30 deaths of Chester's parents, Thomas and Carla Chester, in their mobile home east of Las Vegas ... A Las Vegas police detective testified that Thomas Chester suffered two gunshot wounds to the head and Carla Chester suffered from several stab wounds... (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Fraud Task Force Warns of New Scam Nov 20, 2009
Posted: Thursday, November 19, 2009 6:22 PM EST Updated: Thursday, November 19, 2009 6:22 PM EST. Internet scammers are getting bolder everyday. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Nev. Regulators Approve Casino License for Aria Nov 20, 2009
Nevada regulators approve license for Aria casino at CityCenter on Las Vegas Strip. By OSKAR GARCIA Associated Press WriterLAS VEGAS November 19, 2009 (AP) The Associated Press ... 5 billion CityCenter complex on the Las Vegas Strip. (ABC News -- Wire)
Winfrey to Announce Friday Show Will End in 2011 Nov 20, 2009
Posted: Thursday, November 19, 2009 7:27 PM EST Updated: Thursday, November 19, 2009 7:27 PM EST. Oprah Winfrey's iconic television talk show will end in 2011 after 25 seasons on the air, her production company said Thursday. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Off-Duty Las Vegas Metro Police Officer Murdered Nov 20, 2009
-- An off-duty Las Vegas Metro police officer was shot to death in an attempted robbery early Thursday morning. North Las Vegas Police are handling the investigation into the crime ... North Las Vegas Police say Nettleton was attacked inside his garage by multiple suspects. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
What Should Women Do About The Mammogram Guidelines? Nov 20, 2009
Las Vegas NowWhat Should Women Do About The Mammogram Guidelines ... Mountain Podiatry is your premier podiatry service in the Las Vegas area ... The Fertility Center of Las Vegas provides state-of-the-art fertility services to couples who are longing to become parents. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Local sports briefs: Fresno Pacific now 32-0, awaits NAIA tournament Nov 20, 2009
Fresno State will face Nevada on Monday at the Orleans Arena in Las Vegas. Dogs sign 4 golfers. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Are Pharmacies Gouging Tamiflu Prices? Nov 20, 2009
Las Vegas NowAre Pharmacies Gouging Tamiflu Prices. Are Pharmacies Gouging Tamiflu Prices. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Stimulus Reporting Says Nev. Money Went to Non-Existent Districts Nov 20, 2009
Money Went to Non-Existent Districts - Las Vegas Now. Las Vegas NowStimulus Reporting Says Nev. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Cantor Gaming's eDeck Recognized by Global Gaming Business Magazine for Product Innovation Nov 19, 2009
LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cantor Gaming is pleased to announce that its eDeck product has been recognized by Global Gaming Business Magazines 8th Annual Gaming and Technology Awards for excellence in the category of Best Table Game Product or Innovation ... Extensive research and development has gone into the creation of eDeck and we are confident that it will change the gaming landscape in Las Vegas, as well as gaming around the world; by offering customers a whole new way to... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Texas billionaire Beal seeks failed Florida bank Nov 19, 2009
53 billion Beal Bank Nevada in Las Vegas. The existing Beal banks operate as wholesale banks, acquiring unappealing loans from their originators at a discount and working to make money on them. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
Toys for Tots Nov 19, 2009
This year, over 400,000 toys are needed in order to reach every needy child in Southern Nevada, including Las Vegas, Boulder City and some of the other nearby communities. Channel 8 and all locations will be accepting new, unwrapped toy donations now through Dec. 11th, and what's donated in Las Vegas stays in Las Vegas ... Channel 8 is located at 3228 Channel 8 Drive, between Las Vegas Blvd. and Paradise, and Desert Inn and Convention Center Drive. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Elderly Vegas Man to Plead Guilty in Wife's Slaying Nov 19, 2009
A lawyer says an 86-year-old Las Vegas man will plead guilty to fatally shooting his 80-year-old wife last September in a botched suicide pact. Joseph Woods' lawyer, Dan Silverstein, says Woods intends to plead guilty Dec. 2 in Clark County District Court to voluntary manslaughter. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Reported H1N1 Cases Drop by 50-Percent Nov 19, 2009
Posted: Thursday, November 19, 2009 12:02 AM EST Updated: Thursday, November 19, 2009 12:02 AM EST. Two more people in southern Nevada have died from the H1N1 virus. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Fall Wrap Up Nov 19, 2009
LAS VEGAS - The UNLV Rebel softball program wrapped up fall action this past weekend with its "Family Day" concluding the month-long activities. The team hosted two fall tournaments, an Alumni Game and the previously mentioned "Family Day". (Unlvrebels.com)
MGM CityCenter Unveiled with 'Sneak Peak' Nov 19, 2009
Las Vegas NowMGM CityCenter Unveiled with 'Sneak Peak ... LAS VEGAS -- From I-15, you can see just how big CityCenter is. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
L.A. Police Ask to Seal Jackson Records Nov 19, 2009
LAS VEGAS, Nov. 18 , 2009 ... Adair decided to wait at least one more day before deciding on a media request to unseal the records related to an Aug. 11 search of Applied Pharmacy Services in Las Vegas, where authorities say Jackson's personal physician, Dr. Conrad Murray, bought the powerful sedative propofol ... Colby Williams, a lawyer for The Associated Press, Los Angeles Times, TMZ Productions Inc. of Los Angeles and Stephens Media LLC, the parent company of the Las Vegas Review-Journal,... (CBS News)
Suspect in Custody After Police Manhunt Nov 19, 2009
Posted: Wednesday, November 18, 2009 1:18 PM EST Updated: Wednesday, November 18, 2009 5:52 PM EST. A suspect is in custody and facing charges after a manhunt that lasted nearly two hours in the area of Torrey Pines and Twain Wednesday. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Residents Oppose Health Center Near School Nov 19, 2009
Posted: Wednesday, November 18, 2009 7:33 PM EST Updated: Wednesday, November 18, 2009 9:17 PM EST. Clark County commissioners voted unanimously to place a community health center on the grounds of Elaine Wynn Elementary, making it the seventh such school-based clinic in Clark County. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
NV Initiative Would Require Secret Union Ballots Nov 19, 2009
Tibi Ellis is a Las Vegas businesswoman and Republican state Assembly candidate who is leading the initiative effort in Nevada. She said the petition goes beyond labor groups. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
North Las Vegas City Hall Shake Up Nov 19, 2009
The city of North Las Vegas confirms City Manager Gregory Rose is on paid leave. The move comes after an I-Team investigation of taxpayer money meant to employ more police officers. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Metro Seeks Public's Assistance in Locating Kidnapping Suspect Nov 19, 2009
Las Vegas police are looking for a man who attempted to abduct a 13-year-old girl on her way to school. It happened on November 13, 2009 at Mack Middle School in the southeast part of the Las Vegas valley, near Vegas Valley and Mountain Vista. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Cracking Down on Smut Peddlers? Nov 19, 2009
Las Vegas NowCracking Down on Smut Peddlers ... LAS VEGAS -- When large groups of people crowd into a small area, you will find advertisers pushing their products ... In Las Vegas, sometimes that means selling sex. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Consumer Group Releases Top 10 Worst Toys Nov 19, 2009
Posted: Wednesday, November 18, 2009 4:48 PM EST Updated: Wednesday, November 18, 2009 4:50 PM EST. A consumer group has released a list of the top 10 worst toys for this holiday season. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
L.A. police want Jackson records sealed Nov 19, 2009
Death investigation documents are related to search of Las Vegas pharmacy ... LAS VEGAS - A police detective asked a Nevada judge Wednesday to keep warrant documents in the Michael Jackson death investigation sealed until Jan. 18 ... Adair decided to wait at least one more day before deciding on a media request to unseal the records related to an Aug. 11 search of Applied Pharmacy Services in Las Vegas, where authorities say Jacksons personal physician, Dr. Conrad Murray, bought the powerful... (MSNBC -- News)
Judge again to consider unsealing Jackson warrant Nov 19, 2009
(11-18) 04:00 PST Las Vegas, NV (AP). A judge is again considering whether to unseal court documents stemming from a police search in Las Vegas following pop singer Michael Jackson's death ... Attorneys for The Associated Press and other media want affidavits relating to an Aug. 11 search of a Las Vegas pharmacy made public. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Hingham players take fourth in National tennis tourney Nov 19, 2009
0 mixed doubles team will travel to Las Vegas, NV for their matches which are slated for November 20-22. Loading commenting interface. (Hingham Journal, MA)
The Strip takes some green steps, albeit small Nov 18, 2009
Greening the Las Vegas Strip - Seasonal- msnbc ... Greening the Las Vegas Strip ... The resorts along Las Vegas Boulevard sit not just in the middle of a desert, but at a crossroads where conspicuous consumption meets scarce resources. (MSNBC -- Environment)
Documents: Police Sought Hells Angels Records Nov 18, 2009
Court documents show Las Vegas police raids last week at six Hells Angels motorcycle club locations sought records, knives and evidence of an ongoing feud with rival Mongols. Warrant records obtained Tuesday show police seized photos, membership and phone rosters, notebooks and insignia vests, among other items, when police searched a Hells Angels clubhouse and five Las Vegas-area homes on Nov. 11 ... Police say the warrants stemmed from an investigation of a brawl between Hells Angels and... (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
I-Team: The High Cost of County Auto Repairs Nov 18, 2009
"I strongly feel that we give our customers value for their dollar. I m cheaper than any dealership in Las Vegas, by at least 30 percent minimum, sometimes even 50 percent. Our hourly rate is cheaper," Johnson said. Yet the disparity in price -- suggests to Villardo -- the county should take another look under the proverbial automotive services hood. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
'Bows finish off Utah St. in four Nov 18, 2009
The 'Bows (26-2, 16-0) have won 22 in a row going into the WAC Tournament, which starts Monday in Las Vegas. UH has a bye in the opening round and opens in Tuesday's semifinals against the winner of Monday's match between the fourth and fifth seeds. (Honolulu Advertiser)
H1N1 Vaccines Headed to 314 Private Providers Nov 18, 2009
Posted: Tuesday, November 17, 2009 5:44 PM EST Updated: Tuesday, November 17, 2009 10:03 PM EST. Pharmacies and doctors around the valley are waiting to get their supply of the H1N1 vaccine which some say could be delivered any day. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Cool at School: Giving Back Nov 18, 2009
Las Vegas Academy student, Kimberly Lerner says, "This is the first time we've done a food drive where the whole school has participated. We had really good major wars and class participation and we raised over 10,000 pounds of food.". Combined, the participating high schools raised 50,122 of food, the equivalent of 39,000 meals. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Last stand for Sanford? Nov 18, 2009
With ranked BYU and then Utah visiting Las Vegas in the next two weeks, this could truly be a "must-win" situation, if not for the UNLV players, than for Sanford himself. A decisive beating of UNR (0-3) would do wonders for his players and staff since none of them have done such a feat. (UNLV Sports -- Rivals.com)
County Commission Takes on Stripper Mobile Nov 18, 2009
The controversial "Stripper Mobile" is gone from the Las Vegas Strip, but Clark County Commissioners want to make sure there's never another one like it. Even though the owners of Li'l Darlings and Deja Vu gentleman's clubs have halted the mobile form of advertising, County Commissioner Steve Sisolak says finally having a defined law on the books, will close loopholes for any future copycats. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
`Dogs Clinch WAC Tournament Berth Nov 18, 2009
- The Fresno State Bulldogs clinched a spot in the 2009 six-team Western Athletic Conference Tournament in Las Vegas, Nev. Nov. 23-25 after Utah State lost at Hawai'i Monday night eliminating them. (Gobulldogs.com)
Neighborhood Residents Upset Over Halfway House Plans Nov 18, 2009
Posted: Tuesday, November 17, 2009 2:27 PM EST Updated: Wednesday, November 18, 2009 12:25 AM EST. The planning commission were to vote Tuesday on whether to allow a federal halfway house near a residential neighborhood. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
