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The SAFEGUARD Veterans Act calls for reinstating criminal penalties against unaccredited companies that charge unauthorized fees and aims to ban predatory tactics in VA benefit assistance …

They come to Tahoe for the outdoors — the water, the trees and the fresh air. In the winter, guests plan trips around big snowstorms and spend the day on the slopes …

The parity era in the NBA seems like it could continue. At least, that’s what oddsmakers and bettors appear to believe after LeBron James’ latest decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers.

Here in Dallas, news that Mark Cuban is part of a private equity firm that has purchased a minority stake in MLB’s Athletics produced two seemingly logical takeaways.

Iron Mike Legacy: The Mike Tyson Immersive Experience — billed as the world’s first officially licensed immersive experience tied to Tyson — will use augmented reality, virtual reality, holograms and projection mapping …

The Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada, which represented 23 foster children in due process complaints against CCSD, said the terms of the agreement will improve literacy “for the students who need it the most” …

In a taped message before the concert, Ed Sheeran introduced the loop station, the foot-controlled device that lets the solo artist sound like a full band. It was a fitting kick-off for a “LOOP Tour” show built on live layering and self-made sound, a …

Gas prices in Nevada kept climbing this week, with the statewide average for a gallon of regular gasoline rising 14 cents to $4.69, according to AAA’s weekly fuel report.

Presented by the Nevada Contractors Association in partnership with Vegas Inc, the Contractor of the Year Awards recognize Southern Nevada’s outstanding general contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, industry professionals and top construction projects.

Two veteran hitmakers are back on the Strip with new runs at opposite ends of the calendar. Marc Anthony resumes his “Vegas… My Way!” residency this week at Fontainebleau Las Vegas, while Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis have set fall dates to close out their …