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Subsidiaries’ benefit to Nevada? Depends on where you fall on taxes
May 6, 2012 – 5:00 am | No Comment
Subsidiaries’ benefit to Nevada? Depends on where you fall on taxes

The fact that Nevada is one of a handful of states without a corporate income tax is trumpeted by conservative lawmakers and activists as a key selling point in attracting businesses to Nevada — and reason to keep such…

Jackie Gaughan, El Cortez integral parts of downtown Vegas’ rebirth
May 6, 2012 – 5:00 am | No Comment
Jackie Gaughan, El Cortez integral parts of downtown Vegas’ rebirth

Today, in the midst of downtown’s renaissance, Jackie Gaughan is the only legend left to see it. He has ringside seats in his apartment on the top floor of the El Cortez, though he doesn’t

Accountability outside classrooms
May 6, 2012 – 3:00 am | No Comment
Accountability outside classrooms

We must fire bad teachers. Taxpayers good, teachers bad.

Cuba policy is worth studying
May 6, 2012 – 3:00 am | No Comment
Cuba policy is worth studying

The thought-provoking article last Sunday by Brian Greenspun on Cuba was a gem and should be required reading for our foreign policy decision makers in government.

Wayne’s World — Getting Closer
May 6, 2012 – 3:00 am | No Comment
Wayne’s World — Getting Closer

The latest photos on the upcoming Wayne’s World in Las Vegas

Scenes and notes from an eventful day in Las Vegas
May 6, 2012 – 1:00 am | No Comment
Scenes and notes from an eventful day in Las Vegas

Wrapped in Mexican flags and wearing sombreros the size of patio tables, Beto Terrazas and three of his friends turned Saturday into a two-for-one party in Las Vegas. As…

Romney, Paul supporters clash at Nevada GOP convention
May 6, 2012 – 1:00 am | No Comment
Romney, Paul supporters clash at Nevada GOP convention

Nevada Republican Party leaders call for unity at divided state convention

The New Face Of Sin City
May 5, 2012 – 11:00 pm | No Comment
The New Face Of Sin City

The new face of Sin City. … » The New Face Of Sin City

Passionate supporters stretch out Republican convention
May 5, 2012 – 11:00 pm | No Comment
Passionate supporters stretch out Republican convention

The divided Nevada Republican Convention descended into a sheer battle of wills late Saturday as those fighting to keep Ron Paul’s long-shot candidacy alive faced off against those intent on ensuring the apparent presidential nominee Mitt Romney wasn’t embarrassed …

Five key moments from Mayweather-Cotto
May 5, 2012 – 11:00 pm | No Comment
Five key moments from Mayweather-Cotto

After Floyd Mayweather Jr.’s Cinco de Mayo defeat over Miguel Cotto on Saturday for the WBA super welterweight title, the focus on Mayweather will now turn to his impending three-month jail term for domestic battery and the…

From spicy shaved ice to agave margaritas, six don’t-miss treats on Cinco de Mayo
May 5, 2012 – 9:00 pm | No Comment
From spicy shaved ice to agave margaritas, six don’t-miss treats on Cinco de Mayo

If you’re looking for culinary options that deviate from the norm of blended margaritas and cheese-slathered nachos, several local eateries are offering authentic and gourmet takes.

Photos: Mayweather Jr., Cotto, Mosley, Alvarez weigh in for MGM bouts
May 5, 2012 – 9:00 pm | No Comment
Photos: Mayweather Jr., Cotto, Mosley, Alvarez weigh in for MGM bouts

The official weigh-ins for “Sugar” Shane Mosley, Saul “Canelo” Alvarez with promoter Oscar de la Hoya, Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Miguel Cotto …