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Busch 16th at Daytona testing: Jimmie Johnson, a rookie who is driving a Chevrolet owned by Jeff Gordon, set the fastest speed at 183.816 mph. Ward Burton, in a Dodge, was second fastest at 183.572 and Dale Earnhardt Jr., in ...; 11:19 a.m.

It's Yuck-a: Nevadans upset, plan fight against Abraham decision: Nevada political, business, labor and community leaders expressed dismay Thursday at Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham's recommendation to make Yucca Mountain the site of the nation's high-level nuclear waste dump, and are mobilizing to fight the ...; 11:15 a.m.

Nuke companies have a lot to gain: Benjamin Grove; WASHINGTON -- Nuclear power companies may see noticeable long-term stock gains after Thursday's announcement by Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham that Yucca Mountain is "scientifically sound and suitable" for a national nuclear waste dump, analysts said.; 11:14 a.m.

Resort's neighbors say plant meant to oust them: Adrienne Packer; Desert Inn Estates homeowners fighting to keep their property from being swallowed by Steve Wynn's newest resort believe a proposed cement and gravel mixing plant is the casino mogul's latest attempt to oust them.; 11:14 a.m.

Maximum sentence sought for murderer: Kim Smith; Prosecutors could only convict Glenford Ennis of second-degree murder for killing his girlfriend, but they expect Dwight Whylie to spend a long time in prison for the act.; 11:13 a.m.

Environmentalists are ready to battle: Environmental groups say they will launch attacks on a number of fronts in their fight against a proposed nuclear waste repository at Yucca Mountain.; 11:13 a.m.

Operator of LV stores bankrupt: "Problems were exacerbated by the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11," Museum Co. said Thursday in New York, where it's based.; 11:10 a.m.

Study predicts Vegas rebound through 2004: David Strow; Echoing previous reports, a study Thursday said Las Vegas' job creation engine has seen the greatest slowdown of any metropolitan area in the country as a direct result of Sept. 11.; 11:10 a.m.

Nevada gaming revenue declines: Cy Ryan and Richard N. Velotta; Winnings by Nevada casinos dropped in November, the third consecutive month of declines blamed on the terrorism in September.; 11:05 a.m.

Donation illustrates NCAA's tough battle with casinos: David Strow; While the National Collegiate Athletic Association was gathering its forces to ban betting on college sports in Nevada's casinos two years ago, one of the NCAA's elite member schools was accepting a big donation of ...; 11:05 a.m.

Sprint leader touts new services, products: The chairman and chief executive officer of Sprint Corp. made the most of the national spotlight cast on him at the International Consumer Electronics Show Thursday with an entertaining hour-long commercial for the future of ...; 11:05 a.m.

UNLV promoting Frohlich for All-America honors: Steve Guiremand; Things are getting political around UNLV's women's basketball program.; 10:44 a.m.

Favored Casamayor faces noted puncher in Freitas: Dean Juipe; With a flurry of uncomplimentary and insensitive remarks directed toward his opponent, Joel Casamayor has taken it upon himself to carry the promotional duties for his Saturday fight with Acelino Freitas at the Cox Pavilion.; 10:40 a.m.

Columnist Dean Juipe: Pro golfers find grind takes toll: Dean Juipe; Perhaps a moment of silence would be inappropriate.; 10:40 a.m.

Columnist Brian Hilderbrand: Kroyer, Gaughan rev their engines: When Brendan Gaughan turned down a full-time ride this season with one of the top NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series teams in favor of his own Orleans Racing team, some racing observers thought the 26-year-old may ...; 10:36 a.m.

Herbsts to start first in Laughlin: The No. 19 Terrible Herbst Motorsports Ford F-150 was the first vehicle assigned a starting position in the computerized drawing held at SCORE's headquarters in Los Angeles.; 10:35 a.m.

Weighty issues: Steve Addy; Age: 53 (Feb. 17, 1948); 10:35 a.m.

Undercard to feature McCullough: Dean Juipe; Since Wayne McCullough last stepped into a boxing ring, 26 months have passed.; 10:31 a.m.

Chaparral's Johnson moves to Sierra Vista: Spencer Patterson; After four years at Chaparral, Cowboys football coach Ben Johnson has accepted the head coaching position at first-year Sierra Vista High School.; 10:23 a.m.

Letter: Juipe right on the mark: By Ron Kantowski; I've had favorite sports columnists over the years in Los Angeles, San Francisco and Denver, but I've never read one that I agree with so consistently. Just keep on keepin' on, Dean. You are appreciated.; 10:19 a.m.

VEGAS WEEKEND SPORTS ON TV-RADIO: VEGAS WEEKEND SPORTS ON TV-RADIO; 10:17 a.m.

Planned power rate hike to be discussed: Meetings The Public Utilities Commission will hear public input concerning a proposed rate hike by Nevada Power Co. at three meetings; 9:59 a.m.

Rate hikes likely to hit disabled bus riders hard: The Regional Transportation Commission is raising fares for disabled riders of its paratransit bus service -- in some cases doubling the rates for morning and afternoon riders.; 9:57 a.m.

Business briefs for January 11, 2002: Home builders in the Las Vegas Valley set a record for home sales in 2001, with 22,940 units sold, Home Builders Research reported Thursday.; 9:55 a.m.

Water problems could kill project: A proposal to build a hydroelectric plant on Blue Diamond Hill may come down to the issue that would power the project: the water itself.; 9:54 a.m.

Letter: Federal spending is out of control: He requested that the ceiling be boosted to $6.7 trillion. The current limit of $5.95 trillion is the result of an increase made in 1997. O'Neill blamed Black Tuesday and "the ongoing war on terrorism" ...; 9:49 a.m.

Letter: Blame customer who takes cart: I was in a city that had a barrier on the outside of the store. You had to leave your cart unattended while you got your car and drive it to the front of the ...; 9:48 a.m.

LV data storage firm sold: JMR Electronics, Chatsworth, Calif., is acquiring all assets of Trimm Technologies, a division of Verona, Pa.-based Robroy Industries. Trimm, which has 50 employees and is led locally by president James McCarty, is located on Pilot ...; 9:47 a.m.

Letter: Airport leaves passengers with empty feeling: My husband and I were scheduled to fly Northwest Airlines on the red-eye (1:15 a.m.) flight to Cincinnati the morning of Dec. 26. We were told to arrive early to go through security, etc., due ...; 9:47 a.m.

Editorial: Violating the privacy of students: The Sun's Jennifer Knight was the first to report on Dec. 26 that Nevada's two public universities and the Community College of Southern Nevada supply the names and addresses of their students to credit card ...; 9:45 a.m.

Editorial: Goodman's views were a mixed bag: It is too bad that in the same State of the City speech where the mayor took such a progressive approach on medical care, the mayor's ugly attitude toward the homeless surfaced again. Goodman used ...; 9:45 a.m.

Councilman seeks more casinos: The area currently has five casino boats -- two in Gary and one each in East Chicago, Hammond and Michigan City.; 9:45 a.m.

Detroit casino process ruled unconstitutional: John Flesher; TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. -- The city of Detroit violated the U.S. Constitution by giving two companies preferential treatment when issuing licenses for casinos there, a federal appeals panel ruled today.; 9:44 a.m.

Court weighs Indian casino future: Doug Simpson; NEW ORLEANS -- The Tigua Indians must shut down their Speaking Rock Casino near El Paso, Texas, because state law bans gambling and the tribe "agreed to be bound by the laws of Texas," state ...; 9:44 a.m.

For Judas Priest, fact doesn't mirror fiction: Kirk Baird; It's a classic case of art imitating life imitating art. Only, in this instance, art only got it half right.; 9:39 a.m.

Williams still enjoying 'retirement' at 77: By Kristen Peterson; When you're 77 years old and still working, it's only natural that you would be bombarded with questions about retiring.; 9:38 a.m.

Columnist Jerry Fink: Musician O'Shea continues to wait for hit No. 3: Trombonist Brian O'Shea, who is also a vocalist who sounds a lot like Joe Cocker, is looking for one more hit record.; 9:35 a.m.

Nuke expert calls storage selection a 'historic error': An independent nuclear expert says Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham's decision to recommend Yucca Mountain as the nation's nuclear waste repository is a "historic error."; 9:30 a.m.

Datebook: Cedric the Entertainer will sign copies of his new book, "Grown A$$ Man," at 7 p.m. Thursday at Borders Books & Music, 2323 S. Decatur Blvd. Call 258-0999.; 9:30 a.m.

Ensign points to potential fallout for GOP: CARSON CITY -- Sen. John Ensign, R-Nev., says Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham's decision to recommend Yucca Mountain as the nation's nuclear waste repository could hurt the GOP's chances in the state's two contested congressional races.; 9:29 a.m.

Political notebook: Boggs McDonald cites mayors' endorsements: Erin Neff; Las Vegas Councilwoman Lynette Boggs McDonald is hoping 13 proves lucky for her congressional bid.; 9:29 a.m.

Glimpses of greatness in 'Orange County': Geoff Carter; A friend of mine once told the author William Kennedy to "get the (expletive) out of Albany." He thought he was doing his friend a favor in advising him to leave upstate New York, but ...; 9:28 a.m.

Ensign on list of Enron recipients: According to a list published today on the Fox News website -- with no attribution of its source -- Ensign received $7,500 between 1989 and 2001. He was 30th overall among combined House and Senate ...; 9:27 a.m.

News briefs for January 11, 2002: Las Vegas Councilman Larry Brown has filed a lawsuit against John Staluppi Jr., claiming the East Coast car dealer filed an ethics complaint and lawsuit against him in an extortion attempt.; 9:27 a.m.

Altman's latest no walk in the park: Geoff Carter; "Gosford Park" is a misfortune, a plodding and incoherent work from the Robert Altman who brought you "OC and Stiggs" and "Popeye," as opposed to the Altman who made "Nashville" and "The Player." He coasts ...; 9:24 a.m.

Where I Stand -- Brian Greenspun: No cable conspiracy: EXTORTION: n. obtaining of money, a promise, or other commitment, by threats, force, fraud, or illegal use of authority ...; 9:21 a.m.

Trial begins for man accused of trying to hire hitman to kill wife: Kim Smith; Prosecutors say a 72-year-old Las Vegas man tried to hire a hitman to kill his wife because she turned him in after she wouldn't hire a hitman for him.; 9:18 a.m.

Moulton unanimous choice as School Board president: Terry Webster; Sheila Moulton will serve this year as president of the Clark County School Board, following a Thursday night vote in which she was the unanimous choice among her peers.; 9:17 a.m.

Deal nears on downtown arena: Diana Sahagun; An agreement between Las Vegas and Idaho developer Larry Leasure to build a downtown arena could be finalized within 30 days, Mayor Oscar Goodman said.; 9:16 a.m.

Jeni offers a fast-paced, fun ride at New York-New York: Joe Delaney; Richard Jeni, appearing in the New York-New York Cabaret Theatre through Wednesday, is Brooklyn, N.Y.-born, an excellent start for someone in show business, particularly, a comedian. His act begins in high gear and accelerates from ...; 9:16 a.m.

Ethics panel to review cases of election-filing violations: CARSON CITY -- The state Ethics Commission Thursday selected a two-member panel to review public officials' requests to either reduce or wipe out their civil fines for filing financial disclosure reports past the deadline.; 9:15 a.m.

Columnist Joe Delaney: Comic Wright makes light of everyday events: Joe Delaney; Steven Wright is conducting his very personal comedic seminars tonight through Sunday in The Orleans showroom ... Lanky, laconic Wright's approach is light years away from the setup and punch-line method of the majority of ...; 9:15 a.m.

Columnist Susan Snyder: A genuine seal of disapproval: OK, I get the neon signs, but where is Las Vegas' Joshua tree other than on the official city seal?; 9:13 a.m.

Amargosa Valley residents are mostly indifferent about dump: Jace Radke; AMARGOSA VALLEY -- Riding fences on a shaggy brown mustang with a black Labrador trailing behind, Merlyn Turner cuts a startling, solitary figure against the backdrop of the jagged mountains that ring the Armagosa Valley.; 9:11 a.m.

Columnist Muriel Stevens: Mina-Condy combo continues to impress: Dining at a Michael Mina and Charles Condy restaurant is always a joy. The twosome have created a number of outstanding restaurants. Aqua in San Francisco was the first, followed by Charles' Nobhill, and then ...; 9:09 a.m.

Help for historic buildings sought: Meetings will be held in Las Vegas, Henderson, Mesquite, Panaca, Goldfield, Tonopah and Hawthorne by ArtsMarket, Inc., a consulting firm gathering information on behalf of the commission that distributes $2 million annually for the rehabilitation ...; 9:06 a.m.

Obituaries for January 11, 2002: Frank Avila, 50, of Las Vegas died Thursday in Las Vegas. He was born March 21, 1951, in Mexico. A resident for five years, he was a drywaller.; 9:05 a.m.

Columnist Kate Maddox: Flamingo to fly by Knight: Kate Maddox; It may have taken months of planning, but Gladys Knight has finally signed a deal with Flamingo Las Vegas. Knight, who has spent the past several years touring, says she is thrilled to be settling ...; 9:02 a.m.

Community news briefs for January 11, 2002: The Nevada Chapter of the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill offers a series of free classes for families and friends whose loved one is living with a mental illness.; 8:57 a.m.

Atkinson Gates forms ticket for black leadership: Adrienne Packer; Yvonne Atkinson Gates' term on the Clark County Commission isn't up for another three years, but she has been campaigning as aggressively as any of her colleagues who are seeking re-election or higher office.; 8:55 a.m.

Aero-dynamic: Kirk Baird; Thirty-one years, 13 studio albums, one break up, one box set and the five original members are still intact.; 8:47 a.m.

Highlights of November win report on Nevada casinos: AP; -STATEWIDE: $721.5 million, down 7.5 percent.; 6:26 a.m.

Prep boys bowling standings: CLASS 4A; 5:30 a.m.

Prep girls bowling standings: CLASS 4A; 5:29 a.m.

Customers crying foul over credit: Jeffrey Libby; WEEKEND EDITION; 4:26 a.m.

Analysis: Yucca dominates Nevada politics: Benjamin Grove; WASHINGTON -- Former Sen. Richard Bryan, D-Nev., remembers well the year that Nevada got screwed.; 4:26 a.m.

Descendants of Union soldiers find a home in Las Vegas: WEEKEND EDITION; 4:26 a.m.

Borders helped extend frontiers of LV reputation: WEEKEND EDITION; 4:26 a.m.

Letter: Las Vegas needs more sympathy for the homeless: It's very easy to pick on people who can't fight back. There are people out there in our fair city working to help the homeless. I am talking about the Nevada Health Centers, Straight From ...; 4:26 a.m.

Letter: Clinton basher deserved worse: Obviously, Gorin's development was arrested in an embryonic stage, due to a sluggish thyroid, no doubt.; 4:26 a.m.

Taking a Powder: Kirk Baird; WEEKEND EDITION; 4:26 a.m.

The 'X' factor: Younger generations search for purpose after Sept. 11 attacks: Stacy J. Willis; WEEKEND EDITION; 4:25 a.m.

Columnist Jeff German: Casinos finally heed call on dump: We can thank Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham for lighting a fire under gaming's brightest minds.; 4:25 a.m.

Columnist Kate Maddox: Was Mick in Strip quickie?: Kate Maddox; Following his appearance at the Radio Music Awards in October, the Rolling Stones star reportedly took a liking to an 18-year-old local stripper who called herself " Iris." Iris claims she went to Jagger's suite ...; 4:25 a.m.

Columnist Jon Ralston: It was sound political science: -- George W. Bush in a statement, May 2000; 4:25 a.m.

Columnist Sandy Thompson: Concern grows for girl after custody change: Sandy Thompson; Today her grades reportedly have slipped to C's. She takes medication for depression and was hospitalized for allegedly expressing suicidal thoughts.; 4:25 a.m.

Columnist Susan Snyder: Vegas is puttin' on the Ritz: But opening those ventures was cake compared to opening Marc's, his world cuisine restaurant in Summerlin. In a town where people love to eat, Ritz says he's frustrated that it seems they love to eat ...; 4:25 a.m.

Editorial: Abraham to Nevada: Glow to hell: Nevada Gov. Kenny Guinn said Abraham's decision "stinks" -- and we couldn't agree more. But while the governor is holding his nose, Guinn should remember that he and other prominent Republicans in this state are ...; 4:25 a.m.

Where I Stand -- Brian Greenspun: Fight Yucca decision: You are all a bunch of left-wingers whose political grandstanding against the high-level nuclear waste dump at Yucca Mountain has prevented millions of nuclear power users across the country from cashing in on their hard-earned ...; 4:25 a.m.

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