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Renaissance Hotel under construction: Renaissance Hotel under construction; 11:40 a.m.

Unemployment up in Nevada: CARSON CITY -- Unemployment inched up to 4.4 percent in Nevada in July, two-tenths of a percentage point higher than June, the state reported today.; 11:14 a.m.

Neighbor mistaken as burglar is killed: Jen Lawson; The incident unfolded about 1:30 a.m. in the 5300 block of Modena Drive, near Hacienda Avenue and Pecos Road, when a couple awoke to a loud crashing noise, Sgt. Mike Thompson of Metro's homicide section ...; 11:11 a.m.

Group of veterans rallies against Kerry: Kirsten Searer; More than 50 people, most of them veterans, met this morning to say that Democratic presidential nominee John Kerry is not as friendly to veterans issues as he portrays himself to be.; 11:09 a.m.

Proposed casino managers detail relationship with tribe: By Liz Benston; The people who will be involved in managing a proposed casino in San Pablo, Calif. -- a project that could become one of the nation's largest casinos -- were approached individually and were not part ...; 11:08 a.m.

State PUC approves budget request: Kevin Rademacher; The state Public Utilities Commission on Wednesday approved its budget request for fiscal years 2006 and 2007, including $1.3 million for a new electronic filing and records management system.; 11:08 a.m.

Gaming briefs for August 20, 2004: LANSING, Mich. -- Gov. Jennifer Granholm endorsed a higher tax on Detroit casinos Tuesday, signing a bill that critics say has already cost the gaming industry jobs.; 11:08 a.m.

AMR settles charges over union: Michelle Swafford; American Medical Response, one of the Las Vegas Valley's ambulance companies, has settled some labor charges, agreeing that it would not prohibit employees from displaying union support.; 11:08 a.m.

Homebuilder optimism rises: An index of U.S. homebuilder optimism rose this month to its highest point in almost a year as lower mortgage rates underpinned demand, a private survey showed.; 11:08 a.m.

Summerlin developer Rouse is sold: Jennifer Shubinski and Kevin Rademacher; General Growth Properties Inc., a large owner of shopping malls in Las Vegas and nationwide, said today it agreed to buy The Rouse Co., owner and developer of the planned community Summerlin and the Las ...; 11:08 a.m.

Judge in Binion case denies Tabish's motion to sequester jury: By Matt Pordum; District Court Judge Joseph Bonaventure began the daunting task this morning of hearing a combined total of 44 motions filed by Richard Tabish and Sandra Murphy who in roughly a month an a half are ...; 11:07 a.m.

Water intake bypass studied: The Southern Nevada Water Authority will bypass its normal low-bidder procedure to find a company to design a project to help keep water flowing to Las Vegas from a dwindling water supply in Lake Mead.; 11:03 a.m.

Ex-UNLV official files suit over firing: UNLV's former chief financial officer filed a lawsuit against the state's higher education system Wednesday, alleging that university President Carol Harter fired him after he refused to remain silent about proposed financial wrongdoing.; 11:02 a.m.

Decrease in crashes seen at targeted intersections: Beth Slovic; At 10 of the 15 intersections targeted by Metro Police for increased enforcement of traffic laws, the number of crashes in July dropped compared with July 2003, according to new police statistics.; 11:00 a.m.

College aid fund running out of money: RENO -- The Millennium Scholarship fund is in financial trouble again.; 11:00 a.m.

O'Connell targeted in election: Kirsten Searer; The ghosts of legislative sessions past are haunting the Senate District 5 election, which is shaping up to be one of the most interesting of the primary election season.; 10:58 a.m.

Cat missing after blast is found safe and sound: Three lives down and six to go for Chelsey, an enduring Las Vegas house cat.; 10:58 a.m.

Yucca ads may be misleading about Bush: Suzanne Struglinski; WASHINGTON -- The facts cited in a new ad running in the state saying President Bush misled Nevadans on his position on the Yucca Mountain project may actually be misleading viewers.; 10:55 a.m.

Another big residential tower proposed for LV: Jennifer Shubinski and Sito Negron; A pair of Australians who are new to Las Vegas are proposing to build one of the world's tallest residential towers -- featuring a $35 million penthouse -- on the southern gateway to downtown at ...; 10:54 a.m.

Hearing in death of retired major to start over: Raymond Garrett is accused of killing 51-year-old Michael Born. Garrett is also charged with two counts of battery, five counts of robbery and one count of conspiracy to murder.; 10:53 a.m.

Wynn: Disneyland casino reports overblown: By Jeff Simpson; Steve Wynn said Thursday that media reports linking him to plans to develop a tribal casino near Disneyland in Orange County, Calif., are exaggerated.; 10:50 a.m.

Investor in former Maxim hit by insider trading complaint: By Liz Benston; The Securities and Exchange Commission has accused a Dallas investor in the former Maxim hotel-casino in Las Vegas of engaging in insider trading. Attorney Gary Kornman also is the subject of a fraud lawsuit in ...; 10:50 a.m.

Desert Inn to be imploded Nov. 17: Steve Wynn announced Thursday that he expects to simultaneously implode both remaining Desert Inn hotel buildings, including the St. Andrews Tower, about 1 a.m. on Nov. 17.; 10:50 a.m.

Jewelry could help ID body: Jewelry could help ID body; 9:56 a.m.

DOE says it's 79 percent set for application: Suzanne Struglinski; ROCKVILLE, Md. -- The Energy Department has completed 79 percent of its work on the Yucca Mountain project's license application and is on track to submit the document in December, department officials told Nuclear Regulatory ...; 9:50 a.m.

Teacher ordered to stay away from student: By Matt Pordum; Las Vegas Justice of the Peace James Bixler on Thursday ordered a 28-year-old Chaparral High School English teacher not to have any contact with a 17-year-old student with whom he allegedly had sex last month.; 9:49 a.m.

Jury rules for NLV officers in lawsuit over traffic stop: Jace Radke; A jury has ruled in favor of three North Las Vegas Police officers who had been accused of illegally searching a man's car after racially profiling him.; 9:49 a.m.

Nuke watchdog questions Congress on NRC's resolve: Suzanne Struglinski; WASHINGTON -- Nevada wants Congress to step in to make the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and Energy Department give the Yucca Mountain project a thorough review before any license application is submitted.; 9:48 a.m.

Herrera ordered to take impulse-management class: Kirsten Searer; Former County Commission chairman and one-time congressional candidate Dario Herrera on Thursday pleaded no contest to misdemeanor battery charges stemming from an argument on the Strip.; 9:48 a.m.

Reid tells veterans hospital could be open in three years: Speaking at the County Government Center, Reid also told the crowd that an amendment to end the 10-year phase-in of a new program to allow some disabled and retired veterans to collect both retirement and ...; 9:43 a.m.

Postal Service, builders OK mail box deal: Jennifer Shubinski; Homeowner associations and home builders won't be in charge of maintenance of key distribution for "cluster" mailboxes under a plan struck between the Southern Nevada Home Builders Association and the U.S. Postal Service in Las ...; 9:43 a.m.

Touch-screen units await early voters: Kirsten Searer; The county's 740 new touch-screen voting machines are tested and waiting for Clark County voters who will cast early voting ballots.; 9:38 a.m.

LV-based squadron deployed: Heather Rawlyk; Friends and family members of the Las Vegas-based 221st Cavalry Squadron expressed mixed emotions at a mobilization ceremony held Thursday afternoon to bid a farewell to the 600 soldiers who are preparing for an 18-month ...; 9:37 a.m.

The magic man: It was one year ago this week that Mike Hamrick left East Carolina to become UNLV's 10th full-time athletic director, returning to the university that gave him his start in athletic administration.; 9:35 a.m.

Rally rescues Moore's hot roll: Adam Candee; A three-shot deficit with five holes to play in the most prestigious event of the year couldn't faze the hottest amateur player in the country, could it?; 9:33 a.m.

Sports briefs for August 20, 2004: Race car driver Tommy Baldwin was killed in a crash at Thompson International Speedway in Thompson, Conn., during a Featherlite modified race.; 9:32 a.m.

Water authority bids for rural water rights: The Southern Nevada Water Authority on Thursday formally applied to the federal Bureau of Land Management for the right to build wells and pipelines across hundreds of miles of Lincoln and White Pine counties.; 9:31 a.m.

Rogers narrowly gains authority to hire execs: CARSON CITY -- The state university and college system Board of Regents gave interim Chancellor Jim Rogers a narrow vote of confidence Thursday to permit him to hire his own executives without approval of the ...; 9:30 a.m.

Regents briefs: The cost of textbooks for university students is averaging $898 per year, or a 238 percent increase over the last 20 years, the Board of Regents was told Thursday.; 9:29 a.m.

Regents expected to approve budget: RENO -- Regents today were expected to approve a proposed budget of $1.5 billion to finance the University and Community College System over the next two years, an increase of 20 percent.; 9:29 a.m.

Deal is imminent to extend affiliation: Nick Christensen; An announcement could come as soon as today on a two-year extension of the Las Vegas 51s' player development contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers.; 9:29 a.m.

Columnist Brian Hilderbrand: 'Slow' Champ cars will make better racing: Some of the 15 Champ Car World Series drivers who tested Wednesday at Las Vegas Motor Speedway were in disagreement with the series' decision to slow down the cars for the Sept. 25 race.; 9:28 a.m.

Rebels' Aguayo welcomes chance to feel the pressure: Steve Guiremand; Sergio Aguayo didn't have to worry too much about dealing with large crowds while growing up in the small Southern California city of San Jacinto.; 9:26 a.m.

After a second surgery on foot, Seward set to go: Steve Guiremand; All-Mountain West Conference linebacker Adam Seward has been cleared to practice with the Rebels starting on Monday.; 9:25 a.m.

Ralph Siraco's Del Mar selections: 1st Race -- DIG FOR IT -- Flores aboard co-owner Headley trainee, draws good post for mile opener, good spot for action. HOT MARKET -- Draws inner box for two-turn claimer, bug boy Bisono atop ...; 9:25 a.m.

Town hall meeting set on theme park: Sher Capital is proposing The Great Nevada Round Up for 364 acres at the intersection of U.S. 93 and U.S. 95, land owned by the city that the company wants to lease.; 9:25 a.m.

News briefs for August 20, 2004: A 46-year-old man was ordered to undergo a psychiatric evaluation after walking into a restaurant just off the Strip and yelling he had a bomb in his suitcase, authorities said.; 9:25 a.m.

Saturday's horse racing entries: Post Time 2 p.m.; 9:24 a.m.

Columnist Barb Henderson: Cowboy Action Shooters have a bang-up time in 'Utah War': Barb Henderson; The Cowboy Action Shooters competed in the "Utah War" shooting event about 10 miles East of Park City, Utah, last weekend.; 9:20 a.m.

Hotel owner to be acquired: Prime Hospitality owns, manages and franchises 256 hotels in North America under the AmeriSuites, Wellesley Inns & Suites, and Prime Hotels and Resorts brands.; 9:20 a.m.

Fishing report: Lake's open waters produce striped bass: Good action for stripers has been found recently in open water outside of Government Wash and in open water around Swallow Bay and Black Island. Outside the tires at Lake Mead Marina has been producing ...; 9:20 a.m.

Insurer to buy benefits provider for $250 million: Under the deal, expected to close late this year, Hartford-based Aetna is also acquiring the insurance contracts administered by Strategic Resource's underwriter.; 9:19 a.m.

Letter: Consider Mexico as the 51st state: The U.S. would no longer be dependent upon Middle East oil, as Mexico is rich in oil still to be developed. This would provide decent jobs with sufficient pay instead of the shameful wages paid ...; 9:07 a.m.

Letter: Fight against nuclear dump is top priority: These locations were never considered. Why weren't Washington and Texas considered? They were politically eliminated prior to the 1987 legislation that singled out Nevada's Yucca Mountain.; 9:06 a.m.

Editorial: Charter OK should now be revoked: Hawk was a member of the Nevada Board of Education when the Clark County School Board, in March, rescinded its earlier approval of his charter-school application. The School Board was outraged to learn that Hawk ...; 9:06 a.m.

Editorial: When a deal is a deal: While a lawyer for the strip club subsequently said that it was a mistake to have made the pledge, the fact is that the prostitution-free promise was essential for Treasures to obtain a liquor license, ...; 9:06 a.m.

Columnist Spencer Patterson: Little time for recess for School of Rock: Spencer Patterson; Don't book dates in Phoenix, San Francisco and Seattle on successive nights.; 9:04 a.m.

Hard Rock Cafe hosts free film series: The two-day festival, part of the Michelob Light: Summer at the Movies series, will take place in an air-conditioned tent outside the cafe.; 9:01 a.m.

Performing Arts for August 20, 2004: All-American Boys Chorus; 9:01 a.m.

On Display for August 20, 2004: The works of artists Daryl DePry, Susanne Forestieri, Sarah Pearson-Ochoa and Jerry Ross will be displayed in the Contemporary Arts Collective's fall season opening exhibition, "Connections," which opens Saturday and continues until Sept. 25 at ...; 9:00 a.m.

Datebook for August 20, 2004: The Hardrock Cafe hosts the nationally touring "Freedom Film Festival" today and Saturday at 4475 Paradise Road. All films are free, but tickets are required. For schedule information, call 733-8400 or go online to www.freedomfilmfestival.com.; 8:58 a.m.

Columnist Lisa Ferguson: Butler puts life, comedy career back on track: Lisa Ferguson; "I'm just madly, horribly in love with this great new boyfriend," the comedian effuses about her honey -- a "New York-Italian" who also works in show business. She's reticent to reveal many more details, except ...; 8:57 a.m.

With new addition, SOS rescues afternoon slot at Bally's: One of Vegas' most talented groups of performers has added a new dimension to its former all-male cast -- Lani Misalucha, a sultry, sensual and richly talented woman who can sing with the best of ...; 8:56 a.m.

Event to benefit performer: What: Fund-raising benefit for Christine Anderson and for The Shade Tree Shelter for Women and Children.; 8:52 a.m.

Obituaries for August 20, 2004: Carlo Celeste, 58, of Las Vegas died Wednesday in a local hospital. He was born May 10, 1946, in Brooklyn, N.Y. A resident for eight years, he was a restaurant manager.; 8:51 a.m.

Record 1,925 new teachers start work Aug. 30: By Emily Richmond; There were recruiting trips to 39 states. More than 6,200 applications to be processed. And since March, eight hours of interviews every weekday.; 8:51 a.m.

Blood drives: Tuesday: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., The Fitness Center, 2580 Highway 95, Bullhead City; 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., Golden Nugget, 2300 S. Casino Drive, Laughlin.; 8:50 a.m.

Community briefs for August 20, 2004: Project Sunshine of Nevada will benefit from the Las Vegas Founders Shoot-Out 2004 golf tournament Monday.; 8:50 a.m.

Rarity by Rhino should please those fans of Talking Heads: Spencer Patterson; It hardly seems possible that two decades after the introduction of the compact disc, essential albums remain unavailable on the ubiquitous format.; 8:45 a.m.

Right at Home: Spencer Patterson; Carole King can't bring her massive fanbase to her living room to hear her sing. So this year King is bringing her living room to them.; 8:44 a.m.

Columnist Jerry Fink: Golden Nugget an oasis for top lounge choice: For the next week one of Vegas' premier lounge groups will be at the Golden Nugget's Oasis Lounge, where it plays music of almost every variety beginning at about 8:30 p.m. and ending sometime after ...; 8:41 a.m.

Columnist Susan Snyder: A pedestrian effort on the Strip: For the sidewalks of the Las Vegas Strip will one day be stamped with stars bearing their names, Clark County commissioners decided this week. What happens here is going to be immortalized in concrete.; 8:40 a.m.

Eliminating 'double dipping' rule could reduce rates: By Steve Kanigher; WEEKEND EDITION; 5:38 a.m.

Credit history plays role in driver rates: WEEKEND EDITION; 5:35 a.m.

Premium concern: By Steve Kanigher; WEEKEND EDITION; 5:29 a.m.

Aspiring Eagle Scout needs help: August 21 - 22, 2004; 5:05 a.m.

Firefighters giving MD the boot: Beth Slovic; WEEKEND EDITION; 5:04 a.m.

An early harvest set for Cashman Center next week: Caitlin Hudgins; WEEKEND EDITION; 5:03 a.m.

Elizabethan Art: WEEKEND EDITION; 4:58 a.m.

Columnist Susan Snyder: Ryan still just one of the girls: WEEKEND EDITION; 4:58 a.m.

Kweller glad to be thrown to the wolves: Spencer Patterson; WEEKEND EDITION; 4:57 a.m.

Where I Stand -- Guest Columnist Wolfgang Puck: Defining fine dining: WEEKEND EDITION; 4:55 a.m.

Columnist Jon Ralston: Voters, courts allowing muck: WEEKEND EDITION; 4:52 a.m.

Editorial: Condemn smears now: August 21 - 22, 2004; 4:45 a.m.

Editorial: President as flip-flopper: August 21 - 22, 2004; 4:44 a.m.

Letter: Users must fund nuclear disposal: August 21 - 22, 2004; 4:43 a.m.

Letter: Presidential race too important for name calling: August 21 - 22, 2004; 4:42 a.m.

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