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2 arrested in machete attack on Las Vegas man
April 27, 2012 – 5:00 pm | No Comment
2 arrested in machete attack on Las Vegas man

Two people have been arrested in connection with a machete attack that sent a man to the hospital earlier this month, Metro Police said. Sasha Segovia and Cory Rucker were arrested…

Las Vegas tax preparer pleads guilty to bilking IRS, U.S. attorney announces
April 27, 2012 – 3:00 pm | No Comment
Las Vegas tax preparer pleads guilty to bilking IRS, U.S. attorney announces

A Las Vegas tax preparer pleaded guilty Friday in federal court to preparing false and fraudulent returns for clients, the United States Attorney’s Office announced.

Immigration policy, border enforcement and migration trends in the news
April 27, 2012 – 3:00 pm | No Comment
Immigration policy, border enforcement and migration trends in the news

There was a lot of news regarding immigration policy, border enforcement and migration trends this week. Here’s a rundown.

Gut check: Six of the most stomach-churning eating challenges in Las Vegas
April 27, 2012 – 1:00 pm | Comments Off
Gut check: Six of the most stomach-churning eating challenges in Las Vegas

A qualifier for the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July International Hot Dog Eating Contest will be held this weekend in Las Vegas, but local diners don’t need to enter the event to…

Majority of county voters favor tax hike to fix schools, survey says
April 27, 2012 – 1:00 pm | Comments Off
Majority of county voters favor tax hike to fix schools, survey says

A little more than half of Clark County voters support a tax hike under consideration by the Clark County School District to fund a $5.3 billion school improvement plan

Whatta Day for the Downtown 3rd Market!
April 27, 2012 – 11:00 am | Comments Off
Whatta Day for the Downtown 3rd Market!

As you know, ELV can produce radishing and yammy puns ◄ Back Next ► Picture 1 of 1 As can Kip Addotta : After ELV spinaches a long morning, he’s usually busheled, and doesn’t carrot all if he spends some…

Hunger Heaven: Foodie Fests, Championships, Qualifiers, Pop-Ups, Affairs, and More
April 27, 2012 – 11:00 am | Comments Off
Hunger Heaven: Foodie Fests, Championships, Qualifiers, Pop-Ups, Affairs, and More

Haaaaaaaalleeeeeluuuuujah! Everyone’s excited about upcoming food events. This is what happens when we brainstorm story ideas before eating. For those about to eat, we’re sorry. For everyone else…

Three overnight fires cause thousands of dollars in damage
April 27, 2012 – 11:00 am | Comments Off
Three overnight fires cause thousands of dollars in damage

Several early morning house fires burned across the valley Friday, causing severe damage to three homes but resulting in no injuries, officials said.

Gaming Control Board appoints 3 new division chiefs
April 27, 2012 – 11:00 am | Comments Off
Gaming Control Board appoints 3 new division chiefs

The Gaming Control Board has appointed three division chiefs to replace retiring and resigning staff members.

Movies: The Lucky One
April 27, 2012 – 11:00 am | Comments Off
Movies: The Lucky One

A new movie based on a Nicholas Sparks book, a love story about an Iraq war veteran on a search for his lucky charm.

Monte Miller, influential but quiet crusader against government taxes and spending, prefers low profile
April 27, 2012 – 9:00 am | Comments Off
Monte Miller, influential but quiet crusader against government taxes and spending, prefers low profile

The businessman in the blue suit, distinguishable mostly by his full silver beard, sat in the Carson City courtroom earlier this month, leaning back in the chair. He wore no…

What makes a good school?
April 27, 2012 – 9:00 am | Comments Off
What makes a good school?

A recent Sun story found a significant positive correlation between median home price and the quality of schools but doesn’t address the obvious question as to why schools in