Monday’s high school scores, top performances
Check out the scores and top performances from Monday’s high school soccer and girls volleyball action.
Grand Canyon sees 7th death since July 31
Another person has died at Grand Canyon National Park this summer.
CARTOON: The Grinch who stole the election
Maduro’s diversion.
CARTOONS: What people are noticing about Kamala
Take a look at some editorial cartoons from across the U.S. and world.
LETTER: Social media tells a tale of two campaigns
Feel-good nonsense or substance? The two campaigns stand in stark contrast.
LETTER: Migrants get more help than citizens
Federal government priorities leave much to be desired.
COMMENTARY: A trip through the boob tube — 50 years ago
Updating some classics. What do you mean, Rhoda should have frozen this column until the time was right?
EDITORIAL: At the debate, Harris needs to explain her flip flops
Democratic nominee Vice President Kamala Harris has the most pressure.
Local events to honor those killed in 9/11 terrorist attacks
On the 23rd anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center, the city will host a variety of events to pay homage to the lives lost, and all who sacrificed.
Cross-Nevada energy line gets final approval
The transmission line will connect Las Vegas to Yerington, allowing for renewable energy to benefit Nevada’s urban centers.
Yemen’s Houthi terrorists claim to shoot down another US MQ-9 drone
The U.S. military told The Associated Press it was aware of the claim but has “received no reports” of American military drones being downed over Yemen.
Biden, top advisers meet on latest Gaza cease-fire deal
U.S. officials had talks Monday morning about the state of the negotiations with Egyptian and Qatari officials, who have been serving as intermediaries with Hamas.
Media outlets challenge sealing of secretive Murdoch succession fight in Nevada court
Six national media outlets have moved to unseal Rupert Murdoch’s trust proceedings in a Washoe court, which has denied attempts to videotape court proceedings.
Education union removes, sues librarian for posts on X
A Clark County School District librarian is being sued by and has been expelled from the The Clark County Education Association for her posts on X accusing one of the union’s leaders of being a child molester, which the CCEA says are false and defamatory.
A’s stadium public funding challenge thrown out by Nevada judge
A Carson City District Court judge threw out a Nevada teacher’s union lawsuit against various entities challenging Senate Bill 1, the public funding mechanism for the Oakland Athletic’s planned Las Vegas ballpark.
Green Party will not appear on Nevada’s ballot in November. Here’s why
The Nevada Supreme Court ruled the Green Party erred in circulating a petition that did not include the right language.
Debate watch parties to be held across Las Vegas on Tuesday
Both the Trump and Harris campaigns will host watch parties for the presidential debate Tuesday night.
Michele Fiore pleads not guilty to additional wire fraud charges
In an Aug. 20 superseding indictment, the former Las Vegas city councilwoman was charged with two additional counts of wire fraud.
James Earl Jones, acclaimed actor, voice of Darth Vader, dies at 93
James Earl Jones, the pioneering actor of stage and screen who lent his voice to Darth Vader, Mufasa and CNN, has died at 93.
NFL bettor turns 10 cents into nearly $14K after hitting 1st TD scorer parlay
In betting parlance, a “dime” means $1,000. A DraftKings bettor turned an actual dime — 10 cents — into $13,721.40 after hitting a five-leg first touchdown scorer parlay.
Tim Walz, Doug Emhoff to make campaign stops in Nevada this week
Vice Presidential candidate Tim Walz and Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff will stump for the Harris-Walz campaign in Nevada before and after the presidential debate on Tuesday.
Downtown Las Vegas casino offering pickleball deals to locals
Pickleball players tired of waiting for court space at public parks can play the game with a view through a downtown Las Vegas casino’s temporary promotion.
$1.6M table game jackpot hits at Las Vegas Strip casino
The win was one of several recently across the Las Vegas Valley.
High school golf, tennis and cross country notebook
Shadow Ridge junior cross country runner Elynn Okuda won the 68-school Larry Burgess-Las Vegas Invitational on Saturday at Sunset Park.
New Las Vegas Valley thrift store sets opening date
Goodwill of Southern Nevada is hosting a hiring fair for the new store.
Walmart quietly rolls out new way to curb theft at self-checkout
Walmart has quietly rolled out a new feature at its stores that is beneficial for paying customers, but bad news for thieves.
Election betting odds flip again before 1st presidential debate
The betting odds to win the 2024 election have flipped again on the eve of Tuesday’s presidential debate.
Raiders coach Antonio Pierce to speak to the media
Antonio Pierce will speak to the media a day after the Raiders’ loss to the Chargers.
Big Lots files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection
The Columbus, Ohio-based company plans to sell its assets and ongoing business operations to private equity firm Nexus Capital Management.
Prep rankings: Arbor View jumps to No. 2 in 5A football
Arbor View moved to No. 2 in the Review-Journal’s Class 5A football rankings. Bishop Gorman remained No. 1 after its loss to Mater Dei (California).
Police: Gas station attendant severely beats man in fight over nacho cheese
Myron Bullie, 47, faces attempted murder and battery with use of a deadly weapon charges for the Sept. 3 altercation.
How far did Gorman drop in national rankings after Mater Dei loss?
Bishop Gorman, ranked No. 2 nationally by MaxPreps, lost to No. 1 Mater Dei (California) 31-15 on Friday. The loss snapped Gorman’s 27-game winning streak.
Lack of land holds new luxury home sales down
The number of new production home closings priced at $1 million and higher fell 15 percent during the first half of 2024. Market observers said people shouldn’t fret that it’s a warning sign of the economy. Instead, it’s a reflection of not having enough luxury production homes available for sale with limited land available.
HOA demanding NDAs for committee volunteers
The NDA agreement is often used for the board of directors, the Covenant Committee (violation) and for the Finance Committee. Although the NDA may not be specifically noted in the covenants, conditions and restrictions, association boards generally hav…
Disneyland closes 6 attractions during busy Halloween season
Disneyland will close six attractions for seasonal refurbishments after the busy summer vacation season and just as the Halloween crowds descend on the Anaheim theme parks.
Touchstone’s east valley community opens 6-acre park
Touchstone Living’s Independence community is announcing the official opening of Independence Park, a nearly 6-acre site offering resort-style amenities to Independence homeowners, including two pools, picnic facilities and large grassy areas.
Summerlin offers move-in-ready new homes
For those looking for quick or immediate occupancy, there are dozens of Summerlin homes in a variety of styles and price points that are move-in-ready or will be completed within a few months.
Trilogy Sunstone offers summer-end incentives
Trilogy Sunstone in northwest Las Vegas offers incentives on select quick move-in designer homes to close out the summer.
Rock legend’s Las Vegas trip: Shrunken head, three Venetian shows
You wonder where Mike Love would display his latest award, which is a shrunken head from an off-Strip tiki tavern.
Legendary rockers restarting tour in Las Vegas
Heart opens its rescheduled U.S. tour dates Feb. 28 at Fontainebleau’s BleauLive Theater.
Brightline West’s train sets to be built in NY manufacturing facility
The train sets that will run on Brightline West’s Las Vegas to Southern California high-speed rail line will be built in Upstate New York.
Off-Strip casino names new general manager
The former general manager of the Strat will soon take up the top spot at an off-Strip casino.
Acclaimed downtown Vegas pizzeria reveals opening date for Henderson outpost
The new pizzeria is launching with party inspired by Italian street fairs. The menu features pies in several signature styles.
New true(ish)-crime series introduces ‘the Cocaine King of Las Vegas’
‘The Tailor of Sin City’ presents AJ Pratt’s wild claims of smuggling as well as ties to the mob and various celebrities — then casts doubt on many of them.
Trio of headliners, driver Q&As added to F1 Las Vegas event
Snakehips, Big Boi and Vandelux are among the new acts playing the F1 Silver Stage during November’s race event.
Payphones were once everywhere, but now just a few are left in Las Vegas
The golden age of the payphone ended many years ago as cell phones took hold, becoming ubiquitous and affordable. Today, few remain and even fewer are in use.
‘This is the time’: Mayor says I-15 widening needs to happen ahead of LA Olympics
With the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games just four years away, is the time now to widen Interstate 15 from the Nevada state line to Barstow? Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman thinks so.
Strong trend not discouraging public bettors on Jets-49ers battle
The first “Monday Night Football” game of the season, between the New York Jets and San Francisco 49ers, is shaping up as a pros vs. the public betting showdown.
Missing California woman found alive after 12 days in the wilderness
A California woman was found atop a river canyon this week near the Yuba River in Northern California 12 days after disappearing from a mining camp site.
Dogs take a dip during Dog Daze of Summer — PHOTOS
Local dogs had an eventful day at Desert Breeze Aquatic Center for Dog Daze of Summer on Saturday.