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Raiders’ success largely depends on unproven offensive line
Trading for quarterback Geno Smith and drafting running back Ashton Jeanty were two major offseason moves meant to put a jolt in the Raiders’ anemic offense.
Managers miffed at offshore sports betting on Little League World Series
This week, as usual, sports bettors can get action on MLB games from U.S.-based gambling sites. Meanwhile, at least a couple of offshore bookmakers are offering odds on games at the Little League World Series.
How local public radio and TV stations plan to navigate federal funding cuts
Vegas PBS, Nevada Public Radio and other public media nonprofits are facing an unprecedented chapter as they look to offset annual funding shortfalls.
Showgirls are forever: How the icon endures in Vegas shows, pop culture and beyond
Although the classic revues are no more, the Las Vegas showgirl lives on in different forms, from burlesque tributes to celebrations of those spectacular costumes.
National Guard vehicle collides with civilian car near US Capitol, trapping one person
An estimated 1,900 troops are being deployed in D.C. More than half are coming from Republican-led states that are responding to requests from Trump administration officials. …
Wilson’s 32 points, 12 rebounds help Aces beat Dream 74-72 for 8th straight win
The Dream went nearly six minutes without scoring in the fourth. …
Nevada’s Horsford tours immigration facility after previous denial
U.S. Rep. Steven Horsford, D-Nev., today toured the Nevada Southern Detention Center in Pahrump, writing in a statement that detainees described unreliable access to legal and medical resources.
Clark County gets new director of aviation
Clark County appointed James Chrisley as the new director of aviation for the Clark County Department of Aviation, officials said today in a news release.
City of Las Vegas breaks ground on expanded homeless care facility
Las Vegas broke ground Monday on a new Recuperative Care Center that will expand support services and double bed capacity for people experiencing homelessness who have serious illnesses or …