Check out some recent editorial cartoons from across the country and world.
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Monday, May 31, 2021
CARTOONS: Drawing board
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LETTER: Fire danger in the Spring Mountains
All hikers and campers need to be especially careful to prevent a fire from starting.
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LETTER: Joe Biden makes Democrats feel good
Never mind that his policies have been disastrous.
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EDITORIAL: Court should end the police union’s ‘opt-out’ window
If you can join a union at any point during the year, you should be able to leave a union at any point during the year.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/opinion/opinion-columns/victor-joecks/editorial-court-should-end-the-police-unions-opt-out-window-2368020/
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COMMENTARY: He was a Vietnam vet named Greg
He was a Vietnam veteran named Greg, a man with haunted eyes and a soft voice filled with the horror of his experience in Southeast Asia: the jungle rot, the lost friends, the children rigged to explode when some unsuspecting GI scooped them up.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/opinion/commentary-he-was-a-vietnam-vet-named-greg-2368015/
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High school spring sports season successful despite setbacks
The spring sports season was limited to six weeks, with some teams’ seasons even shorter because of COVID, but players and coaches were just happy to get back on the field.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/nevada-preps/np-baseball/high-school-spring-sports-season-successful-despite-setbacks-2367983/
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California targets closed malls, stores for new housing
A possible answer in crowded California cities is to build housing on these sites, which already have ample parking and are close to existing neighborhoods.
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More US citizens arrested for moving drugs over Mexico border
An increasing number of American citizens have been apprehended as they have tried to smuggle illegal drugs into the U.S. since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, an uptick that’s come amid travel restrictions at the border with Mexico.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/nation-and-world/more-us-citizens-arrested-for-moving-drugs-over-mexico-border-2367926/
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Big American flag stolen from California veterans cemetery
Authorities said a huge American flag and several smaller flags were stolen from a Southern California veterans cemetery over the Memorial Day weekend.
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Aviators strike early, often in victory at Sacramento
Luis Barrera had three hits and three RBIs, and Frank Swindell, Francisco Pena and Cody Thomas homered in the fifth inning as the Aviators beat the Sacramento River Cats.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/aviators/aviators-strike-early-often-in-victory-at-sacramento-2367905/
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NFL agent Leigh Steinberg talks Las Vegas, business of sport
Legendary NFL agent Leigh Steinberg was the inspiration for the 1996 film “Jerry Maguire.” He spoke with the Review-Journal recently on a number of topics.
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French Open stunned as 4-time Slam champ Osaka withdraws
Naomi Osaka withdrew from the French Open on Monday and wrote on Twitter that she would be taking a break from competition, a dramatic turn of events for a four-time Grand Slam champion who said she experiences “huge waves of anxiety” before speaking to the media and revealed she has “suffered long bouts of depression.”
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Las Vegas reaches 100 degrees for 1st time in 2021
Las Vegas reached 100 degrees for the first time this year on Monday afternoon, according to the National Weather Service.
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Nevada moves to become first presidential nominating state
Also, the 2021 Nevada Legislature’s signature heavy lift, a rewrite of taxes on the mining industry to channel more money to education, passed its first house vote in the Assembly, 28-14.
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Traffic slows to a crawl on Interstate 15
Motorists traveling from Las Vegas to Southern California on Interstate 15 were already experiencing delays.
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Sunday, May 30, 2021
Dems walk to stop Texas GOP’s sweeping voting restrictions — for now
Democrats pulled off a dramatic, last-ditch walkout in the Texas House of Representatives on Sunday night to block one of the most restrictive voting laws in the U.S. from passing before a midnight deadline.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/dems-walk-to-stop-texas-gops-sweeping-voting-restrictions-for-now-2367486/
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Avalanche’s potent top line overwhelms Golden Knights
Nathan MacKinnon, Gabriel Landeskog and Mikko Rantanen combined for eight points in the Avalanche’s victory over the Golden Knights in Game 1 of the West Division final.
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Graney: Robin Lehner isn’t why Golden Knights lost Game 1
The Colorado Avalanche torched the Golden Knights in Game 1 of the West Division final, but it wasn’t because Robin Lehner started instead of Marc-Andre Fleury.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/sports-columns/ed-graney/graney-robin-lehner-isnt-why-golden-knights-lost-game-1-2367463/
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Golden Knights-Avalanche recap
The Colorado Avalanche crushed the Golden Knights in Game 1 of the NHL’s West Division final Sunday at Ball Arena in Denver. Game 2 will be played Wednesday.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/goldenknights/golden-knights-avalanche-recap-2367448/
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‘Right to return’ bill advances toward final vote
Lawmakers completed votes Sunday on helping laid-off gaming and travel workers get their pre-pandemic jobs back as the session’s signature effort on the second to last day of the session.
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CARTOON: Raise the flag
Today we honor our nation’s heroes, the men and women in the military who died defending our liberty and ensuring our freedom.
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CARTOONS: Republicans and January 6 panel
Check out some recent editorial cartoons from across the country and world.
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EDITORIAL:
It’s Memorial Day, the day we see heartfelt tributes to our troops and veterans — even in a pandemic. They’re worthy of year-round thanks, of course, especially with so many service members coming home from multiple combat tours.
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Ally Ewing outlasts Sophia Popov to win LPGA Match Play event
Ally Ewing defeated Sophia Popov on Sunday in the final of the inaugural Bank of Hope LPGA Match Play at Shadow Creek. The win came on her first wedding anniversary.
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Golden Knights buried by Avalanche in series opener
Colorado’s Nathan MacKinnon had two goals and an assist, and the Golden Knights had no answer for the Avalanche’s top line in a lopsided loss in the West Division final.
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Casinos’ ramped up hiring efforts appear to be paying off
Pent-up demand to visit Las Vegas has boosted optimism for a strong recovery and underscored the pressing need to following ensure thousands of jobs are filled in casinos.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/business/casinos-gaming/casinos-ramped-up-hiring-efforts-appear-to-be-paying-off-2367313/
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Greg Deichmann powers Aviators to victory over Sacramento
The Aviators took an 8-0 lead after four innings and cruised to the victory over the Sacramento River Cats.
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Zak Bagans salvages a piece of James Dean’s ‘cursed’ car
Zak Bagans says he nearly died when he saw a surviving part from James Dean’s Porche Spyder was available at auction.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/entertainment-columns/kats/zak-bagans-salvages-a-piece-of-james-deans-cursed-car-2367280/
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Veteran works to turn historic airfield into first Army Air Force museum
During World War II, Wendover’s airfield served as a domestic base for B-17 and B-24 bomber crews. It was also the training site of the B-29 unit that dropped the atomic bombs on Japan.
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Dearica Hamby, Aces run away from Indiana Fever
Dearica Hamby came off the bench Sunday to score 22 points and help the Las Vegas Aces roll to a victory over the Indiana Fever at Michelob Ultra Arena.
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Devin Haney eyes marquee fight in loaded lightweight division
Devin Haney is shifting his focus toward securing a fight with one of the other young stars in the lightweight division — namely WBA, IBF and WBO champion Teofimo Lopez.
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Man shot, killed in North Las Vegas
Police are investigating after they said a man was killed in North Las Vegas on Sunday afternoon.
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Man in custody after SWAT response, evacuations in southwest valley
Las Vegas police took a man into custody Sunday after a situation that prompted evacuations and traffic shutdowns in the southwest valley.
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Golden Knights name projected goalie for Game 1 against Avalanche
The Golden Knights open the best-of-seven West Division final against the Colorado Avalanche on Sunday in Denver.
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Saturday, May 29, 2021
Haney defends WBC lightweight title with win over Linares
Devin Haney showcased his precocious set of skills and earned a 116-112, 116-112, 115-113 victory over Jorge Linares, the former three-weight world champion.
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Silver Knights lose Pacific Division final to Bakersfield
The Silver Knights won their division in the regular season, but came up one win short of adding a playoff championship to their resume.
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Public option health care bill advances in Legislature
A publicly-managed, privately-contracted lower-cost health care plan to help cut Nevada’s stubbornly high uninsured rate moved toward final approvals on Saturday.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/2021-legislature/public-option-health-care-bill-advances-in-legislature-2366896/
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LETTER: Assemblywoman Annie Black can blame herself for her loss of vote
She puts her own wishes ahead of those of her constituents.
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LETTER: The consequences of low expectations at the Clark County School District
Ownership of learning is no longer an expectation for students and their parents.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/opinion/letters/letter-the-consequences-of-low-expectations-at-the-clark-county-school-district-2366888/
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COMMENTARY: Virus prompts mental health crisis in our youth
COVID disruptions create confusion, a loss of direction.
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IN RESPONSE: Moving with the educational current
Moving away from punitive student discipline will improve school district outcomes.
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VICTOR DAVID HANSON: Will the madness of 2020 last?
The American people are slowly regaining their senses after the epidemic of mass hysteria that gripped the nation last year.
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COMMENTARY: Fair share
Bill seeks to ensure Nevada gets what it deserves from DC
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STEVE SEBELIUS: A do-over on DMV fees
The Legislature was ordered by a judge to refund DMV fees that were improperly collected, but there’s a plan to keep them anyway.
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VICTOR JOECKS: Why more money for education won’t change anything
If you’re excited about Nevada spending more money on education, you should ask yourself a simple question: Why?
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CARTOON: Open season for bad guys
Violent crime in liberal cities continues to spike after the enactment of radical anti-police policies following the death of George Floyd.
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EDITORIAL: Biden should take GOP infrastructure deal
Is appeasing progressive special interests more important than fixing our roads, bridges?
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Mine near Las Vegas produces much of world’s rare earth materials
Las Vegas-based MP Materials plans on establishing the full rare earth supply chain at its mine south of Primm in less than four years.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/local-nevada/mine-near-las-vegas-produces-much-of-worlds-rare-earth-materials-2366832/
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Golden Knights-Colorado Avalanche series schedule released
Check out all the dates and times for the Golden Knights’ second-round matchup against the Colorado Avalanche.
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Self-exclusion list coming to Nevada interactive gaming
The Nevada Gaming Control Board will have a new self-exclusion list for players of interactive games soon, a new means to address problem gambling in the state.
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Singer B.J. Thomas dies from lung cancer at 78
B.J. Thomas, the Grammy-winning singer who enjoyed success on the pop, country and gospel charts with such hits as “I Just Can’t Help Believing,” “Raindrops Keep Fallin’ On My Head” and “Hooked on a Feeling,” has died. He was 78.
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Golden Knights reward bettors in Game 7, but now are underdogs
The Avalanche are -185 series favorites over the Golden Knights, who are +165 at the Westgate, and Colorado is a -170 favorite over Vegas (+155) in Game 1 on Sunday.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/betting/golden-knights-reward-bettors-in-game-7-but-now-are-underdogs-2366755/
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Gene Simmons of Kiss buys Henderson home, lot for $10.8M
Rock star Gene Simmons of KISS has paid a combined $10.8 million for a home in the Henderson hillside community of Ascaya and a lot adjacent to it, Simmons’ Realtor confirmed to Real Estate Millions.
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Graney: Golden Knights in unfamiliar underdog role in playoffs
For just the second time in their four seasons, the Golden Knights enter a best-of-seven playoff series as an underdog when they meet the Colorado Avalanche.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/sports-columns/ed-graney/graney-golden-knights-in-unfamiliar-underdog-role-in-playoffs-2366734/
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Recapping Golden Knights-Avalanche season series
The Golden Knights and Colorado Avalanche have been the clear-cut top two teams in the NHL’s West Division all season. Now they will settle things in the playoffs.
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Sex offender in custody dies after months in hospice
A 56-year-old inmate arrested last year on child pornography charges died Friday in a hospice facility, police said.
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Memorial Day crowds enjoying Lake Mead water: PHOTOS
Crowds gathered at Lake Mead National Recreation Area early Saturday morning to get out in the water on their boats, kayaks, jet skis and paddle boards.
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Friday, May 28, 2021
Column: Max Pacioretty returns just in time for Golden Knights
Golden Knights forward Max Pacioretty returned to the lineup for the first time in 27 days and scored the decisive goal in a victory over the Minnesota Wild.
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Aviators lose fourth in five games, fall at Sacramento
Las Vegas native Drew Robinson opened scoring with an RBI double and Justin Bour drove in three runs on two hits as Sacramento defeated the Aviators 7-2 at Sutter Health Park.
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Sports on TV in Las Vegas
Here’s today’s local and national sports schedule, including television and radio listings.
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Chelsea Gray powers Aces to blowout victory over Indiana Fever
Chelsea Gray had 19 points and 12 assists Friday night to spur the Aces to a 113-77 victory over the Indiana Fever at Michelob Ultra Arena.
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Compromise on Nevada’s worker return bill doesn’t please all
Resorts and the Culinary union struck a compromise on a bill that would give gaming and hospitality employees laid off during the COVID-19 pandemic the right of first refusal for their old jobs, but some casinos and small-business groups are still opposed.
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LETTER: The right to die and medical mistakes
I personally know many times in my lifetime when the medical community was wrong.
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LETTER: The benefits of mixing ethanol with our gasoline
Ethanol has brought many benefits to the nation — and rural America in particular.
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LETTER: Do-nothing politicians don’t deserve jobs
Our Washington politicians have failed us on immigration, spending our tax dollars, gun control, voting rules … and the list goes on.
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LETTER: Democrats still trying to discredit Donald Trump
Envious of the Trump successes, the Democrats, with President Joe Biden in the catbird seat, are doing what they can to discredit Mr. Trump, and our nation is going down the dumper with mega-inflation.
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EDITORIAL: Taxpayers deserve a say on extending school bonds
It’s rare to get such a clear glimpse of how Nevada’s education establishment believes it’s entitled to your money.
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Golden Knights, Avalanche to meet for West supremacy
The Golden Knights finished 4-4 with a plus-one goal differential against the Colorado Avalanche. Five games were decided by one goal, and one went into overtime.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/goldenknights/golden-knights-avalanche-to-meet-for-west-supremacy-2366212/
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Mattias Janmark tallies hat trick as Golden Knights oust Wild
Mattias Janmark finished with a hat trick as the Golden Knights eliminated the Minnesota Wild on Friday night in Game 7 of the West Division first-round playoffs.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/goldenknights/mattias-janmark-tallies-hat-trick-as-golden-knights-oust-wild-2366188/
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Memorial Day high in Las Vegas has chance to reach 100
Memorial Day may see the first 100-degree reading in Las Vegas this year, but just barely, says the National Weather Service.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/weather/memorial-day-high-in-las-vegas-has-chance-to-reach-100-2366180/
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Southwest delays alcohol service after violent incidents
Southwest Airlines is delaying serving alcohol again on flights after an increase in incidents of unruly passengers.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/nation-and-world/southwest-delays-alcohol-service-after-violent-incidents-2366176/
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Popov’s inspired play continues at LPGA Match Play event
Sophia Popov dismantled former world No. 1 Sung Hyun Park to win her pod and advance to the knockout rounds this weekend at Shadow Creek.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/golf/popovs-inspired-play-continues-at-lpga-match-play-event-2366151/
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Miley Cyrus, Paris Hilton in line for Resorts World opening
Miley Cyrus is not in Resorts World Las Vegas’ lineup of star headliners. But she’s helping open the place.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/entertainment-columns/kats/miley-cyrus-paris-hilton-in-line-for-resorts-world-opening-2366135/
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Las Vegas gasoline prices soar as Memorial Day weekend arrives
“Nevada is the third most expensive behind California and Hawaii,” GasBuddy.com analyst Patrick De Haan said Friday.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/business/tourism/las-vegas-gasoline-prices-soar-as-memorial-day-weekend-arrives-2366100/
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Nevada Legislature churns toward Monday deadline
As of Friday afternoon, with three days left in the session, more than 400 pieces of legislation had passed both houses and more than 200 were listed in Gov. Steve Sisolak’s office awaiting action.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/2021-legislature/nevada-legislature-churns-toward-monday-deadline-2366095/
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10 years after Nevada bill, Juneteenth ‘is going to free the world’
It has been a decade since the state memorialized the end of slavery in America. For advocates, the education campaign lives on.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/10-years-after-nevada-bill-juneteenth-is-going-to-free-the-world-2366081/
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Max Pacioretty returns for Game 7 for Golden Knights
The Golden Knights leading goal scorer was back on the ice with the team ahead of its decisive Game 7 against the Minnesota Wild.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/goldenknights/max-pacioretty-returns-for-game-7-for-golden-knights-2366059/
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US court revives lawsuit against private prison in Nevada
A federal appeals court said Friday the nation’s largest private prison corporation can be held liable for negligence by a man who spent almost a year in solitary confinement at a southern Nevada facility without ever seeing a judge on marijuana-related charges.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/crime/courts/us-court-revives-lawsuit-against-private-prison-in-nevada-2366046/
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Biden proposes $6 trillion U.S. budget
President Joe Biden on Friday proposed a $6 trillion budget that relies in part on new taxes on corporations and the wealthy.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/biden-proposes-6-trillion-u-s-budget-2366023/
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Rail yard shooter stockpiled guns, ammo at home, sheriff says
Investigators found 12 guns, multiple cans of gasoline and suspected Molotov cocktails at Samuel James Cassidy’s house, the Santa Clara County sheriff’s office said in a news release.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/nation-and-world/rail-yard-shooter-stockpiled-guns-ammo-at-home-sheriff-says-2366015/
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Thursday, May 27, 2021
Column: A’s president talks a good game during Las Vegas visit
Good faith or only posturing? A’s president Dave Kaval says American League club is sincere about pursuing a potential new home in Southern Nevada.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/sports-columns/ron-kantowski/column-as-president-talks-a-good-game-during-las-vegas-visit-2365196/
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A’s leaving Las Vegas bullish on city’s MLB possibility
A’s president Dave Kaval toured potential stadium sites near the Las Vegas Strip, Cashman Field near downtown and areas in Summerlin and Henderson.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/baseball/as-leaving-las-vegas-bullish-on-citys-mlb-possibility-2365173/
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Friends set to become competitors at LPGA Match Play event
On Friday, Danielle Kang and Lizette Salas will step onto the first tee at Shadow Creek trying to eliminate the other from the Bank of Hope LPGA Match Play.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/golf/friends-set-to-become-competitors-at-lpga-match-play-event-2365159/
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A Righeous return at South Point; righteous preview for Bagelmania
The Righteous Brothers have sold out South Point Showroom. Not bad for an act whose front man is 80.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/entertainment-columns/kats/a-righeous-return-at-south-point-righteous-preview-for-bagelmania-2365147/
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California sports wagering measure qualifies for November 2022 ballot
A coalition of federally recognized Indian tribes successfully collected enough valid signatures to put sports betting to a vote in California.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/business/casinos-gaming/california-sports-wagering-measure-qualifies-for-november-2022-ballot-2365143/
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Going to Lake Mead this weekend? Pack patience, life jacket
Memorial Day weekend is one of the busiest of the year for Lake Mead. Officials want visitors to stay patient while they deal with reduced lanes at boat launch ramps.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/local-las-vegas/going-to-lake-mead-this-weekend-pack-patience-life-jacket-2365122/
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Man charged with paying child for sex while out on bail in similiar case
A man is accused of paying an underage girl for sex while awaiting trial in a case where he’s accused of sex trafficking another girl.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/crime/sex-crimes/man-charged-with-paying-child-for-sex-while-out-on-bail-in-similiar-case-2365114/
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Fremont Street Experience hooks candidates for SlotZilla jobs
Fremont Street Experience held a hiring event for its SlotZilla zip line attraction. Prospective job applicants were interviewed and then took a ride that for some ended in a job offer.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/business/tourism/fremont-street-experience-hooks-candidates-for-slotzilla-jobs-2365089/
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Column: Can rowdy T-Mobile Arena make Game 7 difference?
The Golden Knights and Minnesota Wild meet in Game 7 of a playoff series Friday night in the venue that NHL players voted the best for atmosphere.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/sports-columns/ed-graney/column-can-rowdy-t-mobile-arena-make-game-7-difference-2365070/
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Police investigate death of 2-month-old in foster care
Las Vegas police are investigating the death of an infant hospitalized last week.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/local-las-vegas/police-investigate-death-of-2-month-old-in-foster-care-2365066/
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UNLV will offer ‘RebelFlex’ fall classes as pilot program
The university will launch a new pilot program where instructors will teach in-person and remote students simultaneously for some classes.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/education/unlv-will-offer-rebelflex-fall-classes-as-pilot-program-2365060/
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Las Vegan and former SDSU star Billy White still balling
The 32-year-old has been one of the best players in the National Basketball League of Canada and is playing in The Basketball League while waiting for international leagues to restart.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/basketball/las-vegan-and-former-sdsu-star-billy-white-still-balling-2365054/
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Assembly passes bill to legalize cannabis lounges
Nevada’s cannabis consumption lounge legislation cleared a major hurdle Thursday, a move that comes a little over a month before a moratorium on social use venues is set to expire.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/2021-legislature/assembly-passes-bill-to-legalize-cannabis-lounges-2365040/
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Justice Department wants Steve Wynn to register as foreign lobbyist
The Justice Department is reportedly preparing a legal case to force Las Vegas billionaire Steve Wynn to register as a lobbyist for a foreign country.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/justice-department-wants-steve-wynn-to-register-as-foreign-lobbyist-2365032/
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NFR’s top cowboys flying high in return to Vegas
The National Finals Rodeo, Las Vegas’ annual rite-of-winter, is back for more sellouts at Thomas & Mack Center in December.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/entertainment-columns/kats/nfrs-top-cowboys-flying-high-in-return-to-vegas-2365019/
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Airbnb party ban extended through end of summer
Airbnb’s party ban that has been in place since last August has been extended to at least the end of summer.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/airbnb-party-ban-extended-through-end-of-summer-2365014/
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Raiders among pro bettor’s best bets on NFL win totals
The NFL will expand to a 17-game schedule next season, but the Raiders’ win total is 7½ again at the Westgate and Station Casinos sportsbooks and seven at Circa and BetMGM.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/sports-columns/todd-dewey/raiders-among-pro-bettors-best-bets-on-nfl-win-totals-2365004/
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Las Vegas police arrest sexual assault suspect, seek more info
Las Vegas police are asking the public’s help for more information about a 53-year-old man arrested Wednesday on suspicion of sexual assault against an older person.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/crime/sex-crimes/las-vegas-police-arrest-sexual-assault-suspect-seek-more-info-2364966/
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Roseman expands Summerlin real estate holdings with $29M purchase
The health sciences university acquired a three-story building off Town Center Drive and the 215 Beltway.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/education/roseman-expands-summerlin-real-estate-holdings-with-29m-purchase-2364871/
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COVID-19 vaccine clinic planned at Allegiant Stadium
The Southern Nevada Health District and its partners will host a pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinic inside Allegiant Stadium in June.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/clark-county/covid-19-vaccine-clinic-planned-at-allegiant-stadium-2364859/
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Man found shot in crashed car in central Las Vegas identified
The Clark County coroner’s office has identified a North Las Vegas man who was found fatally shot in a crashed car early Sunday in the east valley.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/crime/homicides/man-found-shot-in-crashed-car-in-central-las-vegas-identified-2364854/
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Arizona man killed in rollover crash near Boulder City
A 23-year-old Arizona man was killed in a rollover crash near Boulder City early Sunday.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/arizona-man-killed-in-rollover-crash-near-boulder-city-2364844/
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Las Vegas boy, babysitter returned safely after hostage situation
A 29-hour barricade that involved two hostages and a man firing a gun at police ended peacefully Thursday afternoon.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/crime/las-vegas-boy-babysitter-returned-safely-after-hostage-situation-2364836/
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Wednesday, May 26, 2021
Sports on TV in Las Vegas
Here’s today’s local and national sports schedule, including television and radio listings.
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Kevin Fiala breaks scoring drought in Wild win
Minnesota’s second-leading scorer during the regular season got his first two points of the postseason in the third period on Wednesday night to help the WIld to a 3-0 victory and force a Game 7 against the Golden Knights.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/goldenknights/kevin-fiala-breaks-scoring-drought-in-wild-win-2364273/
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K-12 funding, ‘right to return’ bills pass Nevada Senate
Bills setting K-12 school funding, strengthening casino gun bans and helping laid off hospitality workers get their pre-pandemic jobs back were among measures moving a step closer to final passage Wednesday with action in the Senate and Assembly.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/2021-legislature/k-12-funding-right-to-return-bills-pass-nevada-senate-2364255/
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LETTER: Story on local homeless and their animals highlights the wonderful work of organization
The importance of spaying and neutering.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/opinion/letters/letter-story-on-local-homeless-and-their-animals-highlights-the-wonderful-work-of-organization-2364246/
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LETTER: Ex-North Las Vegas resident swears by city’s mayor
Mr. Lee’s leadership was the reason that North Las Vegas became a wonderful story of economic diversity and financial success.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/opinion/letters/letter-ex-north-las-vegas-resident-swears-by-citys-mayor-2364242/
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EDITORIAL: Natural immunity, vaccines knocking out COVID
And the combination is even better. The light fast approaching shines brighter and brighter.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/opinion/editorials/editorial-natural-immunity-vaccines-knocking-out-covid-2364238/
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CARTOON: Looney tunes
Marjorie Taylor Greene’s thoughtless antics have once again eclipsed the GOP’s standing.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/opinion/michael-ramirez/cartoon-looney-tunes-2364234/
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CARTOONS: Post-pandemic social life
Take a look at some editorial cartoons from around the nation and world.
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Golden Knights fail again in bid to win series, headed to Game 7
Wild forward Ryan Hartman scored early in the third period to break a tie, and the Golden Knights lost to Minnesota on Wednesday in Game 6 at Xcel Energy Center.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/goldenknights/golden-knights-fail-again-in-bid-to-win-series-headed-to-game-7-2364206/
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Henderson man, surgical assistant, dies from COVID complications
Desert Springs Hospital worker Filbert John S. Aquino was remembered for trying protecting everyone: “He’d rather take the bullet.”
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/henderson-man-surgical-assistant-dies-from-covid-complications-2364169/
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North Las Vegas, seeking new hospital, taking bids on land
North Las Vegas has about 135 acres of land that it wants to fill with a hospital, medical offices, retail and a hotel.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/north-las-vegas/north-las-vegas-seeking-new-hospital-taking-bids-on-land-2364183/
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Control Board issues notice on end of COVID-19 casino restrictions
When the clock strikes midnight at the end of Monday’s three-day Memorial Day weekend, the masking and social distancing rules in place for months will come to an end.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/business/casinos-gaming/control-board-issues-notice-on-end-of-covid-19-casino-restrictions-2364150/
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Luxury apartment complex near M Resort sells for big bucks
Utah investor Scott Keller acquired the 304-unit Tuscan Highlands, a complex loaded with amenities.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/business/housing/luxury-apartment-complex-near-m-resort-sells-for-big-bucks-2364082/
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American women excel on first day of LPGA Match Play event
It was a good day for the American women, especially the trio of Danielle Kang, Jennifer Kupcho and Lizette Salas, who dominated their first-day matches at difficult Shadow Creek.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/golf/american-women-excel-on-first-day-of-lpga-match-play-event-2364051/
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Veteran Vegas producer taking over The Strat Showroom
Adam Steck has several Vegas productions already onstage. He’s about to add to that list.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/entertainment-columns/kats/veteran-vegas-producer-taking-over-the-strat-showroom-2364041/
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Brothers charged in sex assault, threats to kill teen’s family
Two brothers were arrested last week after police said they threatened to kill the family of a 17-year-old girl that one of them had sexually assaulted.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/crime/brothers-charged-in-sex-assault-threats-to-kill-teens-family-2364036/
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What can $700K to $800K buy in Las Vegas’ heated housing market?
Putting greens, steam showers are among the amenities found in homes ranging from $700K to $800K on Zillow.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/business/housing/what-can-700k-to-800k-buy-in-las-vegas-heated-housing-market-2364007/
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Eric Carle, author of ‘The Very Hungry Caterpillar,’ dies at 91
Eric Carle, the beloved children’s author and illustrator whose classic “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” and other works gave millions of kids some of their earliest and most cherished literary memories, has died at age 91.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/nation-and-world/eric-carle-author-of-the-very-hungry-caterpillar-dies-at-91-2364002/
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Clelin Ferrell says Raiders sick and tired of losing
Clelin Ferrell and his defensive teammates have taken on a hefty share of criticism the last two years for the Raiders’ failure to qualify for the playoffs and the numbers haven’t been great.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/raiders/clelin-ferrell-says-raiders-sick-and-tired-of-losing-2363991/
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Zion National Park warns of big Memorial Day weekend crowds
Staff at the national park in southwest Utah are expecting more than 85,000 visitors for the Memorial Day holiday, likely the park’s busiest weekend of the year.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/nation-and-world/zion-national-park-warns-of-big-memorial-day-weekend-crowds-2363943/
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Veterans plant flags to honor fallen troops before Memorial Day
A Las Vegas charity has been organizing the event for over 10 years before both Memorial Day and Veterans Day.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/military/veterans-plant-flags-to-honor-fallen-troops-before-memorial-day-2363930/
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COVID-19 facilites will be closed for Memorial Day
The Memorial Day observance will mean closures for various COVID-19 facilities in the Las Vegas Valley.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/covid-19-facilites-will-be-closed-for-memorial-day-2363921/
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Las Vegas Monorail to begin taking passengers again
After being closed since the coronavirus pandemic hit Southern Nevada in March 2020, the Las Vegas Monorail, under LVCVA ownership, will begin operating again.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/local-las-vegas/las-vegas-monorail-to-begin-taking-passengers-again-2363906/
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Tuesday, May 25, 2021
LETTER: Clark County School District not living up to its mission
The school district has a long history of promoting students who are not at grade level.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/opinion/letters/letter-clark-county-school-district-not-living-up-to-its-mission-2363292/
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LETTER: Victor Joecks missing the boat on science, masks
At no point did any of our scientists say they were impervious to error.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/opinion/letters/letter-victor-joecks-missing-the-boat-on-science-masks-2363287/
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LETTER: Letter writer wrong on Texas governor, masks
I don’t see anything in the governor’s message calling for a ban on wearing a mask in the state of Texas.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/opinion/letters/letter-letter-writer-wrong-on-texas-governor-masks-2363283/
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CARTOONS: Cyberattacks replace nukes
Take a look at some editorial cartoons from around the nation and world.
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EDITORIAL: Coronavirus relief programs rife with fraud
While much of the federal relief funds helped struggling individuals and businesses, it should come as no surprise that a significant portion of that relief went to con artists and fraudsters.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/opinion/editorials/editorial-coronavirus-relief-programs-rife-with-fraud-2363268/
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LETTER: Remembering the fallen this Memorial Day
This weekend is to remember and thank the thousands of our soldiers who died fighting for our freedom.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/opinion/letters/letter-remembering-the-fallen-this-memorial-day-2363264/
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VICTOR JOECKS: Bill would make it easier to commit election fraud
Nevada Democrats are rolling the red carpet out to those who want to commit election fraud.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/opinion/opinion-columns/victor-joecks/victor-joecks-bill-would-make-it-easier-to-commit-election-fraud-2363260/
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CARTOON: A flight diverted
Belarus forces a commercial flight to land to arrest a dissident journalist.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/opinion/michael-ramirez/cartoon-a-flight-diverted-2363254/
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Las Vegas’ fast-rising home prices still lag other cities
Home prices in Southern Nevada were up 10.6 percent year over year in March, below the national rate of 13.2 percent, a new report says.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/business/housing/las-vegas-fast-rising-home-prices-still-lag-other-cities-2363219/
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Shea Theodore looks to end scoring slump for Golden Knights
Golden Knights defenseman Shea Theodore hasn’t recorded a point through the first five games of the West Division first-round playoff series against the Minnesota Wild.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/goldenknights/shea-theodore-looks-to-end-scoring-slump-for-golden-knights-2363209/
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Southwest flight attendant assaulted, woman charged
The incident marked an escalation in unruly behavior by airline passengers and led the president of the flight attendants’ union to ask for more federal air marshals on planes.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/nation-and-world/southwest-flight-attendant-assaulted-woman-charged-2363203/
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Raiders’ wide receiver first to exploit new number rule
Zay Jones becomes the first member of the team to take advantage of the league’s new jersey regulations.
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Arizona firm buys Las Vegas parcel slated for future homes
Scottsdale, Arizona-based Walton has announced it acquired a 17-acre tract in the southwest valley and that a “top national homebuilder” plans to develop 175 townhouses and single-family homes there.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/business/housing/arizona-firm-buys-las-vegas-parcel-slated-for-future-homes-2363152/
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Raiders release offensive lineman ahead of OTAs
The second-year pro out of Rutgers spent last season on the team’s practice squad.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/raiders/raiders-release-offensive-lineman-ahead-of-otas-2363144/
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Hawaii governor ends mask mandate for outdoors
Hawaii Gov. David Ige said Tuesday people will no longer have to wear masks outdoors as the number of COVID-19 cases drop and more people get vaccinated.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/nation-and-world/hawaii-governor-ends-mask-mandate-for-outdoors-2363135/
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New brunch on Strip, buffets returning, free fries at Shake Shack
Aria’s Catch launches weekend brunch; Locale serving family-style Sunday dinners; South Point, Circus Circus return buffets to classic formats.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/food/new-brunch-on-strip-buffets-returning-free-fries-at-shake-shack-2363123/
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As vaccine interest wanes, Las Vegas pop-up clinics offer doses of fun
Vaccination events at the “Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas” sign and at a strip club signal a new phase of the inoculation campaign in Southern Nevada.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/clark-county/as-vaccine-interest-wanes-las-vegas-pop-up-clinics-offer-doses-of-fun-2363110/
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Las Vegas welcomes NFR’s return
A “Back in Vegas” tribute tonight will celebrate the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo’s return to Las Vegas.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/rodeo/national-finals-rodeo/las-vegas-welcomes-nfrs-return-2363097/
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Inbee Park, Danielle Kang among favorites for Shadow Creek event
Las Vegas resident Inbee Park is the 10-1 co-favorite at the Westgate to win the Bank of Hope LPGA Match Play tournament. Another Las Vegas resident, Danielle Kang, is 16-1.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/betting/inbee-park-danielle-kang-among-favorites-for-shadow-creek-event-2363092/
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Injured Aces star still leading from the sideline
A season-ending knee injury hasn’t dimmed Angel McCoughtry’s enthusiasm for basketball, the Aces or the 2021 WNBA season. Not publicly, anyway. She remains as jovial as ever.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/aces/injured-aces-star-still-leading-from-the-sideline-2363077/
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Sisolak signs pair of police reform bills into law
Gov. Steve Sisolak signed a pair of bills that will limit no-knock warrants and allow the attorney general’s office to probe civil rights complaints made against police departments.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/2021-legislature/sisolak-signs-pair-of-police-reform-bills-into-law-2363073/
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A year after George Floyd’s death, his family meets with Biden, lawmakers
Family members of George Floyd met Tuesday with lawmakers on Capitol Hill and President Joe Biden at the White House on the one-year anniversary of his death in police custody.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/a-year-after-george-floyds-death-his-family-meets-with-biden-lawmakers-2363060/
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Mayfair After Dark late-night hang is back at Bellagio
A new singer, and updated dance numbers and costumes, are featured in Mayfair After Dark’s relaunch.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/entertainment-columns/kats/mayfair-after-dark-late-night-hang-is-back-at-bellagio-2363052/
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Wild save season with 1st-period outburst against Golden Knights
The Minnesota Wild scored three goals in the first period of a playoff game for the first time in franchise history and held on to defeat the Golden Knights.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/goldenknights/wild-save-season-with-1st-period-outburst-against-golden-knights-2362514/
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Monday, May 24, 2021
Column: Desperate looks good on Wild in Game 5 victory
The divisional playoff matchup between the Knights and Wild isn’t over yet, things being extended with Minnesota posting a 4-2 victory in Game 5.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/sports-columns/ed-graney/column-desperate-looks-good-on-wild-in-game-5-victory-2362507/
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Western fire season starting much drier than record 2020
A climate change-fueled megadrought of more than 20 years is making conditions that lead to fire even more dangerous, scientists said.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/nation-and-world/western-fire-season-starting-much-drier-than-record-2020-2362489/
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Golden Knights fall behind early, headed back to Minnesota
The Golden Knights missed an opportunity to close out their West Division first-round playoff series, losing to the Minnesota Wild on Monday in Game 5 at T-Mobile Arena.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/goldenknights/golden-knights-fall-behind-early-headed-back-to-minnesota-2362453/
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Family, friends honor Las Vegas teacher, mother of 6 killed in crash
The mother and grandmother taught first graders at Watson Elementary School. She died Sunday after police said a car ran a stop sign and slammed into her vehicle.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/local-las-vegas/family-friends-honor-las-vegas-teacher-mother-of-6-killed-in-crash-2362445/
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CARTOON: Lab coverup?
China continues to impede the investigation into the origins of COVID-19.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/opinion/michael-ramirez/cartoon-lab-coverup-2362439/
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Super flower blood moon to bloom over Las Vegas
The first total lunar eclipse in more than two years coincides with a supermoon this week for quite a cosmic show.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/local-las-vegas/super-flower-blood-moon-to-bloom-over-las-vegas-2362430/
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CARTOONS: A mask and a memorial
Take a look at some editorial cartoons from around the nation and world.
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LETTER: When it comes to the Californication of Nevada, it may be too late.
LETTER: Nevada must pass death with dignity bill
Isn’t it our moral imperative to give options that alleviate this suffering when death is imminent?
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/opinion/letters/letter-nevada-must-pass-death-with-dignity-bill-2362403/
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EDITORIAL: Vocal Mesquite lawmaker a victim of mask theater
Petty Democrats strip GOP Assemblywoman of her right to vote.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/opinion/editorials/editorial-vocal-mesquite-lawmaker-a-victim-of-mask-theater-2362399/
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Report: Oakland A’s brass to visit Portland next month
As Oakland Athletics executives are set to visit Las Vegas this week they’re already looking at touring another potential relocation site.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/baseball/report-oakland-as-brass-to-visit-portland-next-month-2362383/
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Raucous party in Southern California leads to 149 arrests
A birthday party invitation that went viral on TikTok brought hundreds of people to a chaotic celebration on a Southern California beach Saturday night, prompting police to declare an unlawful assembly and arrest nearly 150 people after they refused orders to disperse.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/nation-and-world/raucous-party-in-southern-california-leads-to-149-arrests-2362356/
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Man killed in standoff with NLV police reportedly made suicidal statements
Robert Wenman, 63, was killed by a North Las Vegas SWAT team sniper last year following hours of negotiations during a standoff in a park.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/man-killed-in-standoff-with-nlv-police-reportedly-made-suicidal-statements-2362286/
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CCSD, teachers union strike deal over health insurance
The Clark County teachers union said Monday it has reached a deal to address the financial woes of its nonprofit health insurance provider, THT Health.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/education/ccsd-teachers-union-strike-deal-over-health-insurance-2362279/
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Nevada’s public option health care bill advances
Nevada’s bid to enact the second state-based public option health benefit plan in the nation passed the state Senate Monday on a 12-9 party line vote and moved to the Assembly with one week remaining in the session.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/2021-legislature/nevadas-public-option-health-care-bill-advances-2362260/
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Bettors pounce on college football games of year at South Point
The South Point sportsbook posted lines on 97 college football games of the year Friday, and sharp action caused many numbers to move.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/betting/bettors-pounce-on-college-football-games-of-year-at-south-point-2362251/
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Texas legislation on casinos, sports wagering dies in committees
Efforts to bring integrated casino resorts to Texas, supported by Las Vegas Sands Corp., appear to have failed without committee votes.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/business/casinos-gaming/texas-legislation-on-casinos-sports-wagering-dies-in-committees-2362230/
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New public art sculpture unveiled near gateway to Nellis AFB
Drivers passing by the gateway to Nellis Air Force Base will be greeted by a new sculpture meant to invoke aviation and a sense of doing your very best.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/business/new-public-art-sculpture-unveiled-near-gateway-to-nellis-afb-2362219/
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Raiders come to terms with first-round pick
The Raiders came to terms with first-round pick Alex Leatherwood.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/raiders/raiders-come-to-terms-with-first-round-pick-2362206/
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Progress on Nevada police reform slow, advocates say
With just one week remaining in Nevada’s biennial lawmaking session, advocates say progress on reaching promised goals of police reform has been minimal at best.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/2021-legislature/progress-on-nevada-police-reform-slow-advocates-say-2362197/
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WNBA coach suspended, fined for remarks about Liz Cambage
Liz Cambage revealed on Instagram after a loss on Sunday that Curt Miller told a referee she weighed 300 pounds. Miller apologized Monday morning.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/aces/wnba-coach-suspended-fined-for-remarks-about-liz-cambage-2362169/
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John Fogerty makes long-awaited Vegas retun
John Fogerty said in 2019 he was ready to add dates at Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/entertainment-columns/kats/john-fogerty-makes-long-awaited-vegas-retun-2361822/
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Las Vegas police ID officer who exchanged gunfire with man
The 30-year-old officer who exchanged gunfire with a man on Saturday has been with the department since 2017 and is assigned to the Summerlin area command.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/crime/shootings/las-vegas-police-id-officer-who-exchanged-gunfire-with-man-2361810/
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Police: Theft ring involving officer targeted Home Depot stores
A 43-page arrest report for the six defendants shows the retail theft ring was busted on May 2 at 11:30 a.m. when Las Vegas police were called by Home Depot retail crime investigators.
from https://www.reviewjournal.com/crime/police-theft-ring-involving-officer-targeted-home-depot-stores-2361754/
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