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Prosecutors to seek Rundle death penalty: Erica D. Johnson; Prosecutors will seek the death penalty in the case of William Rundle, the local man accused of killing his wife with a baseball bat and dumping her body off a remote California highway.; 11:14 a.m.

Plaza owner narrows loss in third quarter: The company owns the Plaza hotel-casino in downtown Las Vegas and is controlled by downtown casino pioneer Jackie Gaughan.; 11:13 a.m.

Station buys land near Indian casino: The vacant parcel, located in an industrial area, was privately owned and wasn't controlled by the United Auburn Indian Community.; 11:13 a.m.

Scientists: Nuke waste containers unsafe: Metal containers designed to store high-level nuclear waste in a Yucca Mountain repository would dissolve, risking radiation release, scientists working for the state of Nevada said Thursday.; 11:09 a.m.

Mayor defends Fremont Street arrests: Judy Odierna; Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman defended Thursday's series of arrests on Fremont Street by city marshals and Metro Police, calling the action part of the city's cleanup efforts in the area.; 11:09 a.m.

Water meeting may be best hope: With time running out to avert a threatened cutoff of some Colorado River water for Las Vegas and California, officials with water agencies will meet here next week in what some are characterizing as the ...; 11:09 a.m.

Cop shot six times; suspect is killed: A Metro Police patrol officer was shot six times after a routine traffic stop in eastern Las Vegas Thursday night, and police shot and killed the suspect about an hour later after a massive manhunt.; 11:09 a.m.

Audit findings raise questions about tax needs: Erin Neff; Several Republicans believe three audits released Wednesday prove that Nevada needs to gain greater fiscal control over state agencies before taxes are raised to erase an $800 million deficit.; 11:09 a.m.

Board approves blanket apology: Jennifer Knight; In an effort to put the issue to rest, the Board of Regents agreed Thursday to issue a sweeping apology regarding the conduct of three of its members.; 11:08 a.m.

Binion's plans to launch Internet casino: By Liz Benston; Downtown landmark Binion's Horseshoe introduced a "play for fun" website this week that is intended to serve as a first step to launching a real-money Internet casino for foreign bettors.; 11:08 a.m.

Columnist Jeff German: Taking a small bite out of crime: But it's not because of a lack of effort.; 11:08 a.m.

Gift of life: Neighbors bonded as one gives kidney to other: For four years, Barbara Morgan and Regi Fellows have been friendly next-door neighbors in Spring Valley.; 11:08 a.m.

Las Vegas' new home prices rising steeply: Jennifer Shubinski; The median new home price in the Las Vegas metropolitan area is expected to top $200,000 by the end of 2003 -- creating an even greater need for affordable housing, market analysts said.; 11:07 a.m.

Judge OKs Aladdin utility deal: Adam Goldman; A federal bankruptcy judge has approved a settlement involving the Aladdin resort and the Northwind utility plant that should help clear the way for a future sale of the hotel-casino, court records show.; 11:06 a.m.

Earnings up for supplier: Net income at the Las Vegas-based company rose from $2.8 million for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended Oct. 31, 2001, to $4.4 million for the fourth quarter of this year.; 11:06 a.m.

Firm refinancing some debt: Firm refinancing some debt; 11:06 a.m.

Ralph Siraco's selections for Saturday's races at Hollywood Park: 2nd Race -- SLEWCITY LILY -- P. Val atop Aguirre trainee for owner JPF Investments, draws good post for sprint outing, Lily set to Slew in this City. CONSIGNADA -- Chilean-bred draws outside post in ...; 10:38 a.m.

Prep results: Palo Verde 9, Western 0 Goals: M. Lucero 3, K. Lambert 2, J. Fields 2, F. Finley, N. Velez; Shutout-A. Johannes; 10:36 a.m.

NFR Seventh Round Results: NFR average-1, Will Lowe, 590 points on seven head. 2 (tie), Cody Jessee and Jason Jeter, 583. 4, Mark Gomes, 576.; 10:34 a.m.

Bareback rider's future is literally cast in stone: Cody Jessee is like most bareback riders in that he will want his tombstone to reflect that he was a solid son, a loving husband and father, and he treated rodeo with the reverence it ...; 10:33 a.m.

Columnist Adam Candee: Holiday Classic endures changes: Adam Candee; On the surface, most everything about next week's 26th Annual Holiday Prep Classic basketball tournament will look just as it has in past years.; 10:30 a.m.

Saturday's horse racing entries: Post Time 12:30 p.m.; 10:29 a.m.

Columnist Sal DeFilippo: Taking a knee twice and punting can work for Texans: Sal DeFilippo; After watching last week's game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, it's obvious the expansion Houston Texans need a new offensive strategy.; 10:26 a.m.

Columnist Steve Guiremand: Heisman finally full of excitement: Steve Guiremand; How they voted; 10:20 a.m.

Columnist Barb Henderson: Boaters can navigate web: Barb Henderson; Ahoy Mates!; 10:16 a.m.

Nevada Fishing Report: Anglers who were on hand for last week's trout plants had very good success for trout at all of the stocking locations by fishing with Super Duper lures and PowerBait. This week's plants will take ...; 10:14 a.m.

Rebels seek patience at Bradley: Steve Guiremand; What: UNLV at Bradley When: Saturday, 5 p.m. Where: Carver Arena, Peoria Ill. Civic Center Radio: KBAD 920-AM; 10:13 a.m.

Bucking bull is euthanized: Tragedy visited the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo on Thursday, when the bucking bull Freeloader fractured his spine in a spill out of the chute and humane euthanasia was chosen to put the animal out of ...; 10:10 a.m.

Sports news briefs for December 13, 2002: Joe Glenn was hired as Wyoming's football coach Thursday after leading successful Division I-AA and Division II programs in Montana and Colorado.; 10:10 a.m.

Lobo fans ready to make trek: Steve Guiremand; New Mexico athletic director Rudy Davalos is promising a whole lot of fans wearing cherry red at the 11th annual Las Vegas Bowl on Christmas Day. And that could translate into a lot of green ...; 10:09 a.m.

Columnist Dean Juipe: Title game betting line is puzzling: Dean Juipe; Without a rooting interest in either team, I was pleased to see Miami and Ohio State emerge as the participants in this season's national championship game, the Fiesta Bowl.; 10:09 a.m.

Bush plan criticized by environmentalists: The plan, announced Thursday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Commission, calls for an increase in fuel efficiency from the current 20.7 miles per gallon to 22.2 mpg by the 2007 model year. Agency officials ...; 10:07 a.m.

Correction: The Sun regrets the error.; 10:07 a.m.

Company elects new directors: Stockholders voted to adjourn the meeting until Dec. 23 to vote on a stock incentive plan.; 9:52 a.m.

Family advocates protest Arkansas lottery: Peggy Harris; LITTLE ROCK, Ark. -- As legislators ponder where to find millions more dollars for Arkansas' public schools, an advocacy group for children and families spoke Thursday against using lotteries as a source.; 9:52 a.m.

Wholesale prices fall, consumer confidence increases: Separately, U.S. consumer confidence rose in December for a second straight month, pulling away from a nine-year low and signaling Americans may have enough faith in the economy to keep spending, a University of Michigan ...; 9:51 a.m.

Cash-strappped RTC slashes six bus routes: The RTC eliminated these bus routes Thursday:; 9:48 a.m.

Blood drives scheduled: Tuesday: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., Centennial High School; 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Martinez Elementary School, 350 E. Judson Ave., North Las Vegas.; 9:45 a.m.

Trauma cases deplete area blood supply: "If blood donors don't respond now," donor recruitment director Jan Dalby said, "Southern Nevada hospitals may not have enough blood to handle anticipated holiday usage."; 9:45 a.m.

Crime spree defendant appears in court: Joseph Antonetti, 27, appeared before Justice of the Peace Karen Bennett-Haron.; 9:45 a.m.

Community briefs for Dec. 13, 2002: The Henderson post offices, 404 Boulder Highway and 1575 Horizon Ridge Parkway, are hosting their annual "Toys For Tots" Christmas gift drives.; 9:45 a.m.

School Board honors dad who helped save sports: By Emily Richmond; Las Vegas resident Ted Boyack was honored Thursday by the Clark County School Board for his successful effort to save middle school athletics from the budget chopping block, but the inspiration for his crusade was ...; 9:44 a.m.

Man sentenced in DUI that injured woman: Erica D. Johnson; A local choreographer who was critically injured when she was hit head-on by a drunk driver will never again enjoy the quality of life she once had, Kyla Quintero's family members told a District Court ...; 9:42 a.m.

Suit against priest delayed: CARSON CITY -- The Nevada Supreme Court on Thursday said a civil lawsuit filed against the Rev. Mark Roberts, a Catholic priest in Henderson, should be delayed until criminal charges of sexual abuse against him ...; 9:42 a.m.

News briefs for Dec. 13, 2002: Metro Police asked the public for help in capturing a robbery suspect.; 9:42 a.m.

EOB leaders look for alternatives to election process: Judy Odierna; The five Economic Opportunity Board members chosen in Tuesday's election may not have a chance to run again in the future.; 9:41 a.m.

Political notebook: Lawmakers probe contested election: Erin Neff; Taxes and budgets are dominating government discussions statewide, but some lawmakers have been acting more like private eyes than accountants.; 9:41 a.m.

Nevada officials concerned about next NRC chairman: WASHINGTON -- Nevada lawmakers will be anxiously watching the Bush administration as it seeks a replacement for Richard Meserve, who on Thursday resigned his post as Nuclear Regulatory Commission chairman, effective in March.; 9:41 a.m.

VegasBeat -- Timothy McDarrah: Joint isn't jumping after New Year's: Probably not, but a dearth of announced upcoming concerts has fueled speculation about the future of big-ticket bands at the Hard Rock Hotel's premier concert venue -- make that Las Vegas' premier concert venue, if ...; 9:37 a.m.

'La Cage' a little less risque, but still fun: What: "An Evening at La Cage."; 9:33 a.m.

Metal Christmas: Ex-Megadeth guitarist touring with orchestra: Spencer Patterson; When: 8 p.m. Saturday.; 9:32 a.m.

'This is Ours': LV Philharmonic instills a sense of local pride during holiday season: Kristin Peterson; When: 8 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday.; 9:29 a.m.

Prince fans expecting a night at the improv: Spencer Patterson; Has Prince saved his best for last?; 9:24 a.m.

Columnist Jerry Fink: Lodico and orchestra still giving musical tutorials: They aren't exactly dinosaurs, but to kids brought up on the limited beats of today's rock 'n' roll Carl Lodico and his Big Band might seem prehistoric.; 9:23 a.m.

Columnist Muriel Stevens: Epicurean event provides food for thought: Arecord turnout for the first annual Epicurean Club Fund-Raiser of more than 700 supporters assured that the dedicated group of food and beverage executives would soon be choosing their first scholarship students.; 9:23 a.m.

Scene selection -- Geoff Carter: 'Y Tu Mama Tambien' DVD is the mother lode: Idon't have many regrets, but one of my biggest is that I never finished a high school Spanish class. (Or typing; I cut that class, too.); 9:21 a.m.

Performing Arts for December 13, 2002: Holiday concerts; 9:19 a.m.

Datebook on December 13, 2002: The second "Gift of Lights" will run through Jan. 1, 5-9 p.m. Sundays through Thursdays, 5-10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays at Sunset Park, 2601 E. Sunset Road. Admission is $10 per car. Partial proceeds benefit ...; 9:19 a.m.

On Display for December 13, 2002: A local quilters group displays small panels to full-size quilts through Sunday at Sunrise Library, 5400 Harris Ave.; 9:18 a.m.

Columnist Spencer Patterson: Rap music's image has matured with time: Spencer Patterson; When Public Enemy arrived on the national music scene in the late 1980s, Chuck D was branded a dangerous individual.; 9:18 a.m.

Columnist Susan Snyder: Exhibiting signs of the future: Those who financed famous casinos along the Strip and downtown are credited with creating Las Vegas.; 9:16 a.m.

Obituaries for Dec. 13, 2002: Barnard Bell, 83, of Las Vegas died Dec. 4 in a local care center. He was born March 3, 1919, in California. A resident for 25 years, he was a retired from the Navy and ...; 9:05 a.m.

Letter: Homeless have to want to fix life: I came from outside Cleveland, where the homeless have a problem. The temperatures can go below zero and be above 100.; 9:05 a.m.

Letter: Refreshing to read the truth: Having read Thomas Friedman and Maureen Dowd's columns, and being in complete agreement with them, I find it refreshing to not being the only "radical kook" on the block. The Chicago media would never publish ...; 9:04 a.m.

Letter: Master planning does not exist in southwest: You quoted incoming County Commissioner Rory Reid as saying: "The general rule has to be that the master plan prevails ... A lot of people went to a lot of work to plan their communities."; 9:04 a.m.

Greyhound, horse racing entrepreneur Funk dies: In 1947, 18-year-old Albert Funk and his father, David, opened the Caliente Race Track in Tijuana, Mexico -- the first combination dog-horse track in North America.; 9:03 a.m.

Editorial: Secrecy is the victor; public is the loser: U.S. District Judge John Bates, who was appointed by President Bush, didn't deal with the broader merits of the case, instead narrowly ruling that the General Accounting Office didn't have legal standing to file the ...; 9:03 a.m.

Where I Stand -- Brian Greenspun: Gentleman turns 80: But the guest of honor, John Kell Houssels, wouldn't leave. That's because a man turns 80 just once, if he is lucky, and Kell was not about to miss a minute of his surprise birthday ...; 9:03 a.m.

Editorial: Right path: New vote, new board: The homes are approved for the district of Commissioner Bruce Woodbury. Although citing "overwhelming reasons" for denying the project, he cagily voted for it after realizing he was outnumbered. The board's procedure allows commissioners who ...; 8:59 a.m.

VegasBeat -- Timothy McDarrah: S&R photo tickles former VP: Happily, A&E (Cox cable channel 32) rebroadcasts the previous day's show at 7 p.m.; 5:08 a.m.

White Hot: Spencer Patterson; Verdine White was an aspiring 19-year-old classical musician when his brother, Maurice, invited him to join new group Earth, Wind & Fire in 1970.; 5:08 a.m.

Columnist Susan Snyder: Volunteerism can't truly be measured: I met Smith last year as he drove from trash bin to trash bin along Interstate 15 collecting aluminum cans to raise money for Overton's senior center. He made a weekly pilgrimage between Overton and ...; 5:07 a.m.

Where I Stand -- Brian Greenspun: An educational visit: And now, even though my advancing age puts me well beyond the qualifications for a return trip to elementary school, I have a new and even better memory to cherish of the third grade. This ...; 5:04 a.m.

Letter: Truman better than Thurmond: Lott, in his initial apology, expressed haziness as to Truman being a better man for the country than Thurmond. He should check the history books. They show that Truman ended World War II by authorizing ...; 5:02 a.m.

Letter: Senator's plan to help doctors misses the mark: I have a better idea. Why don't the doctors, hospitals, etc., clean up their act and police their own professionals, thereby assuring the insurance companies and HMOs that medical costs will not be a burden ...; 5:02 a.m.

Columnist Jon Ralston: Regents cover for a race-baiter: I'm not sure what is more offensive -- the disgusting use of race as a political prophylactic to cover up an abuse of power, or the abuse of power itself. I know this, though: Both ...; 5:00 a.m.

Columnist Erin Neff: Tax issue is a political tightrope for Perkins: Erin Neff; Despite his tall stature, Perkins speaks so quietly that it is usually the petite Barbara Buckley at his side who voices the Democratic Party's concerns in Carson City.; 5:00 a.m.

Columnist Benjamin Grove: Give our airborne firefighters safe planes: Benjamin Grove; Wass, 42, loved the adventure of the job, swooping down low and racing off after a drop.; 4:59 a.m.

Columnist Jeff German: Regents should be appointed: Instead it avoided a public confrontation and left many unanswered questions about the trio's conduct and its own ability to hold itself accountable to the public.; 4:58 a.m.

Guest columnist Jim Gibbons: Sept. 11 attacks aided by disjointed intelligence: Jim Gibbons; Jim Gibbons, a member of Congress from Nevada's 2nd Congressional District, was a member of the Joint Congressional Intelligence Inquiry Committee, which investigated the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. The panel released its findings last week.; 4:58 a.m.

Editorial: Protect rural heritage that is Blue Diamond: The 300 residents of Blue Diamond had the scare of their lives earlier this year when John Laing Homes made headway with a proposal to add 8,400 houses to their midst. Reason prevailed after some ...; 4:55 a.m.

Editorial: Burning a cross is terrorism: Historians trace the world history of cross burning back to northern Europe in the time of the crusades, when they were used as symbols in rallying warriors. In the United States, after the time of ...; 4:55 a.m.

Remembering old Las Vegas: WEEKEND EDITION: Dec. 14, 2002; 4:02 a.m.

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