The Golden Knights broke for a two-week Olympic pause on a high, having clobbered back-to-back rivals (the Vancouver Canucks and Los Angeles Kings) to reassert themselves alone back at the top of the Pacific Division standings.
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Cyberattack prompts two federal lawsuits against Wynn Resorts
A former Wynn Resorts employee filed suit this week seeking class-action status after a cyberattack against the resort operator, alleging the company was negligent in its handling and safeguarding of …
Lake Mead partners investing more than $800,000 to restore Historic Railroad Trail
A popular but eroding Lake Mead-area hiking trail will undergo improvements to keep the path safe and accessible. The National Park Service, which manages the Lake Mead National Recreation Area, and …
Toucan seen flying around Las Vegas has been rescued
A toucan that has been seen flying around Las Vegas for months has been saved, a bird rescue group said Wednesday.
Lady Rebels draw spot in national showcase at T-Mobile Arena
The Las Vegas Strip has hosted plenty of memorable basketball — from the WNBA’s Las Vegas Aces to an NCAA Tournament Regional to a string of high-profile college showcases.
Metallica bringing ‘Life Burns Faster’ eight-show residency to Sphere
Metallica, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame metal band, will take over Sphere Las Vegas this fall, bringing its “No Repeat Weekend” stadium format to an eight-show “Life Burns Faster” residency in October.
Raiders describe traits they want in franchise QB but remain silent on Mendoza as NFL combine opens
Las Vegas Raiders general manager John Spytek never uttered the name Fernando Mendoza while speaking at the NFL’s annual scouting combine Tuesday.
Golden Knights face 18 games in 35 days in a tight Pacific Division playoff race
The Vegas Golden Knights went into the break for the Olympics with a four-point lead in the Pacific Division and knowing what awaited them once they got back together for a potentially brutal stretch run.
A traveler left her goldendoodle tied up at Harry Reid Airport. A Metro cop came to the rescue
Abandoned at the airport with nothing but a leash and a lot of confusion, a young goldendoodle has landed somewhere better than any arrival gate — on the couch of the officer who rescued him.
Nevada Democrats push back on Trump’s positive economic outlook
The Democrats in Nevada’s congressional delegation had a united message following Tuesday night’s State of the Union address: President Donald Trump was lying about the American economy.