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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 earlier this week on suspicion of attempted murder with a deadly weapon... »

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Dr. Tony Alamo reappointed to Nevada Gaming Commission

Gov. Brian Sandoval has appointed Dr. Tony Alamo of Las Vegas to a second four-year term on the Nevada Gaming Commission, which regulates the gambling industry. »

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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 over the next decade. »

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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 put their stomachs to the test. Here are six food challenges offered by La... »

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Man, 23, arrested in early-morning domestic violence dispute

Metro Police arrested a 23-year-old man Thursday in connection with a domestic violence incident that galvanized SWAT unit involvement outside an apartment complex in the northwest Las Vegas Valley. »

Weekend best bets: Tiger Jam, O'Shea's Final Countdown and the Silverton's Foodie Festival

This weekend, Tiger Woods comes to town for his annual Tiger Jam fundraising concert featuring Bon Jovi. Other concerts include violin virtuoso Joshua Bell at The Smith Center, Godsmack at The Pearl and Viva Ska Vegas at the Henderson Events Plaza. »

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Clark County sees big boost in taxable sales

Las Vegas-area merchants reported taxable sales of $2.41 billion in February, an increase of 11.1 percent and the biggest percentage gain in at least three years. »

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Las Vegas' 1st quarter foreclosure rate 8th in nation

Foreclosure activity in greater Las Vegas has dropped 26 percent quarter-over-quarter, putting the area's foreclosure rate at 8th in the nation. »

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Casino supplier Bally Technologies reports business booming

Casino supplier Bally Technologies Inc. of Las Vegas on Thursday said business boomed during the quarter ended March 31, with revenue up 20 percent on a year-to-year basis to $229 million. »

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Appeals court upholds action against Henderson doctor

A federal appeals court on Thursday rejected claims by Dr. Kevin Buckwalter of Henderson that his rights were violated when the State Board of Medical Examiners, without notice and on an emergency basis, suspended his authority to prescribe medication ... »

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Woman wins $150,000 sports car on slot machine at Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas

A lucky New Yorker recently won a sports car at the Cosmopolitan. Maryellen Cobb took home an electric Tesla Roadster earlier this month. »

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Henderson first-grader wins Mojave Max contest

A first-grader at Nate Mack Elementary School in Henderson has emerged as the winner of the 2012 Mojave Max Emergence Contest. Quinton Larry won the annual contest to pinpoint when Mojave Max, the famed desert tortise, would emerge from his burrow to o... »

Photos: Florence + the Machine singer talks Frida Kahlo and Las Vegas

Resplendent onstage at Boulevard Pool at the Cosmopolitan on Saturday night in a floor-length, silver-sequined gown, Florence Welch, lead ... »

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Court hearing set for men accused in slaying during robbery

Two men accused of robbing and killing a man to get money to buy methamphetamines will have a hearing early next month in Las Vegas Justice Court. »

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Traffic up at Las Vegas’ McCarran airport for March, 1st quarter

Passenger traffic continued to rise at McCarran International Airport in March, with international arrivals and performances by airlines known for charging high ancillary fees bumping totals 2.5 percent higher than last year. »

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