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Archive for May 13, 2004

Details on how to finance a new stadium remain unclear: Launce Rake and Rob Miech; Those making the pitch to move the Expos from Montreal to Las Vegas hope to be able to offer up public funds as part of the package, though coming up with the money could prove ...; 11:24 a.m.

Group winds up pitch for baseball in LV: More than a year of toil for Mike Shapiro, the point man for financiers who are trying to buy the Montreal Expos and move them to Las Vegas, has been reduced to a thick final ...; 11:24 a.m.

Tearful O'Connell files to defend Senate seat: Thomas L. Hurst (L); 11:13 a.m.

DMV admits mix-up in petition flap: SUN CAPITAL BUREAU; Just minutes after the closing of the first of a two-day ethics hearing Wednesday night, Mayor Oscar Goodman was on a mission: to get his hands on Las Vegas Centennial license plate LV001.; 11:10 a.m.

Nevadan may have tried to stop abuse: Jace Radke; A transcript of a hearing into the scandal at Abu Ghraib notes that a Nevada National Guard soldier may have tried to report prisoner abuse at the Iraq prison last year only to be reprimanded ...; 11:05 a.m.

Ensign bill on foreign investors passes Senate: Suzanne Struglinski; WASHINGTON -- A newly passed Senate bill contains a provision backed by Sen. John Ensign, R-Nev., that would give American companies with foreign operations a tax break for taking money earned overseas and investing it ...; 11:03 a.m.

Effectiveness of nurse ratios debated in committee: Michelle Swafford; Health care professionals disagreed Wednesday on whether state-mandated nurse-to-patient ratios would improve patient care in Nevada.; 11:03 a.m.

Regulators move on phone, electric issues: Sprint, the dominant local telephone provider in Southern Nevada, made the proposal earlier this year at the urging of Laughlin businesses and residents. Under the plan, Laughlin customers will see residential rate rise $2.50 to ...; 11:03 a.m.

Goodman persona, job collide: Sito Negron; Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman promotes the city like nobody else, creating a persona that sometimes makes it difficult for public information officials to determine where he ends and the city begins, testimony at the ...; 11:02 a.m.

Vegas a hotbed for controversial homeless videos: By Timothy Pratt; Nearly two years after videos of homeless people fighting in Las Vegas set off a national debate about free speech and treatment of the homeless, Las Vegas is once again set to become the epicenter ...; 11:02 a.m.

Sun Boxing Rankings: Heavyweights (195+); 11:00 a.m.

Dump backers in House looking for answers: Suzanne Struglinski; WASHINGTON -- Yucca Mountain supporters in the House are trying to find ways to get full funding for the proposed high-level nuclear waste dump as well as answers about what will happen to the project's ...; 10:59 a.m.

Schools' health costs for retirees double: By Emily Richmond; The Clark County School District's monthly contributions to health care costs for retired employees have more than doubled to $345,328, thanks to a new state law and changes to health care plans offered by the ...; 10:57 a.m.

Scouts pull off 'miracle' -- with a little help: Heather Rawlyk; Tyler Pinegar likes to ride his BMX bike with his buddies and to play the guitar, unremarkable pastimes for a 13-year-old kid in northwest Las Vegas.; 10:57 a.m.

More biker gang members charged: By Matt Pordum; Three more members of the Mongols motorcycle gang and one member of the Hells Angels motorcycle gang have been charged with murder in connection with the 2002 Laughlin River Run riot.; 10:57 a.m.

County likely to get $15 million in security funds: Jace Radke; The $26.5 million in homeland security funds allocated to Nevada for fiscal year 2004 could be divided based on population if a subcommitee recommendation is approved by the Nevada Homeland Security Committee. About $4.5 million ...; 10:57 a.m.

Tax hike suit hits a dead end in court: CARSON CITY -- A legal defeat in federal court has apparently ended Republican state legislators' efforts to erase last year's Nevada Supreme Court ruling that permitted taxes to be raised without a constitutionally mandated two-thirds ...; 10:53 a.m.

Alcohol level of 0.20 found in bus stop crash: By Matt Pordum; A man is charged with crashing his truck into a Las Vegas bus stop May 3, killing a 4-year-old boy and injuring his mother, had a blood-alcohol level that was 2 1/2 times the limit, ...; 10:52 a.m.

Brown won't seek re-election: Kirsten Searer; Citing family commitments, Assemblyman David Brown has announced he won't run for re-election to his third term in the Legislature.; 10:51 a.m.

Receiver still looking at claims against LV firm: A motion to establish a claims procedure with U.S. District Court could be filed on Friday. If accepted by Judge Kent Dawson, investors, landlords, vendors and other creditors would have several months to make claims ...; 10:50 a.m.

Decrease in rocket fuel chemical sales hurts earnings: The drop in sales and a charge resulted in earnings of $197,000, or 3 cents a share, compared with earnings of $2.7 million, or 37 cents a share, for the same period a year ago.; 10:50 a.m.

Vestin chief exec explains Namath ads' disappearance: Kevin Rademacher; Retired football star Joe Namath was released as spokesman for Las Vegas-based Vestin Group Inc. because of an embarrassing incident last year during an nationally televised game, Michael Shustek, Vestin's chief executive, said on Wednesday.; 10:48 a.m.

FAO Schwarz begins LV revival with search for creative talent: Jennifer Shubinski; Hiring a store full of new employees isn't usually fun and games -- except at FAO Schwarz.; 10:47 a.m.

Cisco CEO: Firms must evolve to best use technology: Kevin Rademacher; Productivity has become a key component of the U.S. economic recovery.; 10:47 a.m.

Business briefs for May 13, 2004: Wal-Mart Stores Inc. and Target Corp., the two largest U.S. discount retailers, said today first-quarter profit rose as shoppers spent larger tax refunds on clothing. Gas price increases may hurt sales this year, Wal-Mart said.; 10:41 a.m.

Stupak in boxing promotion dispute: Bob Stupak Presents LLC, which received a state license to promote boxing events in December, filed suit April 23 in Clark County District Court against Capital Promotions LC of Iowa over rights to fighter Tye ...; 10:37 a.m.

Gaming briefs for May 13, 2004: Some 3.29 million people visited Las Vegas in March, a 9 percent jump from March 2003 and the second-highest March on record, the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority reported Wednesday.; 10:37 a.m.

Vegas air tour industry to press case at hearing: By Liz Benston; Air tour operators in the Las Vegas area are expected to argue at a local hearing next week that proposed new Federal Aviation Administration rules governing scenic flights nationwide are unneccessary and in some cases ...; 10:35 a.m.

VegasBeat -- Timothy McDarrah: Vintage Stern has The Joint jumping: A few notable moments:; 10:31 a.m.

Jones aims to stay at the top: Dean Juipe; Boxing's reigning pound-for-pound champion neither cares much for the distinction nor prefers to comment on it, yet it's a factor anytime Roy Jones Jr. steps into the ring.; 9:48 a.m.

Columnist Ron Kantowski: So. Nevada Sports Hall gets malled: During my one and only trip to the Southern Nevada Sports Hall of Fame, that John Barr guy tried to sell me a Toyota.; 9:47 a.m.

Lowe to President Bush: Howdy, partner: It's not very often that a rodeo cowboy will trade in his Resistol and Wranglers for a tie and sport coat. So when Will Lowe's wife suggested the world champion bareback rider update his wardrobe ...; 9:45 a.m.

Lost in the shuffle: Chroniclers scouring for rare World Series of Poker mementos: "That's Puggy Pearson," Schwartz says, referring to the poker legend. "He's an amazing character."; 9:44 a.m.

Columnist Brian Hilderbrand: Ex-NBA player Hammonds once raced cars, now selling them: Tom Hammonds hasn't slowed down one bit since stepping away from the NHRA Pro Stock category last season.; 9:42 a.m.

Sports briefs for May 13, 2004: UNLV's Christine Spence was the surprise leader in the heptathlon, while Devin Scoresby of BYU led in the decathlon after the first day of competition Wednesday at the 2004 Mountain West Conference Outdoor Track and ...; 9:39 a.m.

Fight schedule: At El Cajon, Calif., Javier Jauregui, Mexico, vs. Julio Diaz, Coachella, Calif., 12, for Jauregui's IBF lightweight title; Jhonny Gonzalez, Mexico, vs. Alejandro Montiel, Mexico, 10, flyweights.; 9:37 a.m.

Woman convicted in killing over sports bet ticket: By Matt Pordum; A jury found a woman guilty Wednesday of murdering a man over a $44,000 sports ticket.; 9:37 a.m.

Peter brings raw talent, perfect record to ring: Dean Juipe; Samuel Peter doesn't have much to say, unless you're listening to his fists. Then his message comes in loud and clear.; 9:35 a.m.

Columnist Dean Juipe: Judah makes quick turnaround between bouts: Dean Juipe; A mere 35 days after losing a major fight, Zab Judah is back in Las Vegas and back in a tough fight.; 9:34 a.m.

House bill would open federal land for hotel: The "unique circumstances" of 11 acres of federally owned land south of Mandalay Bay make it a good site for a future hotel even though that is not compatible with neighboring McCarran International Airport, according ...; 9:34 a.m.

High court denies appeals of two killers: CARSON CITY -- The Nevada Supreme Court on Tuesday rejected the appeals of two Las Vegas convicted murderers, and the state's high court also overturned a lower court decision that favored Sunrise Hospital and Medical ...; 9:34 a.m.

51s to renew push for new stadium: Dan Kulin; When, or if, Las Vegas is eliminated from consideration for the Montreal Expos, the Las Vegas 51s will renew the club's push for a new minor league baseball stadium, 51s President and General Manager Don ...; 9:34 a.m.

Two Nevadans join Bush panel: County Commissioner Lynette Boggs McDonald and first lady Dema Guinn will participate in the team, which includes important Republicans such as presidential advisers Mary Matalin and Karen Hughes and Labor Secretary Elaine Chao.; 9:31 a.m.

Sturtze anticipating trade to the Yankees: Nick Christensen; Before Wednesday's game at Cashman Field, Las Vegas 51s pitcher Tanyon Sturtze seemed frustrated with his situation and with being stuck in the minor leagues.; 9:31 a.m.

Top seeds advance to semifinals: The tightest match involved Silverado (SE-2), which fell behind two games to one before rallying to beat Rancho (NE-3), 25-20, 25-27, 22-25, 25-13, 15-13. The Skyhawks will take on Northeast Division champion Chaparral, which survived ...; 9:31 a.m.

Gators one-up Coronado to secure regional crown: Nick Christensen; When Del Sagers returned as Green Valley's boys' golf coach, many thought that Coronado's two-year reign as Sunrise Region champion was about to end.; 9:30 a.m.

Sierra Vista solves PV's Callaway: Adam Candee; The sun barely peeked over the mountains Wednesday evening as Lindsey Callaway entered the pitching circle for Palo Verde. Nightfall quickly followed for the Panthers' sophomore hurler against Sierra Vista, and it came well before ...; 9:30 a.m.

Skyhawks belt Las Vegas: Adam Candee; On the mound, experience made the difference. At the plate, youth announced its arrival.; 9:29 a.m.

License of group home that burned is revoked: A state bureau has revoked the license of the owner of a group care home which went up in flames in March, officials said this week.; 9:27 a.m.

Friday's horse racing entries: Post Time 7:05 p.m.; 9:27 a.m.

Obituaries for May 13, 2004: Dennis Frank Baer, 51, of Las Vegas died May 6 in Las Vegas. He was born Nov. 2, 1952, in Texas. A resident for many years, he was a laborer in the construction industry.; 9:27 a.m.

News briefs for May 13, 2004: The state Parole Board will decide within a month whether Conan Pope, who killed his father in January 2000, should be released from prison.; 9:24 a.m.

U.S. legislators told DOE behind in Yucca licensing: Stephen Curran; The Energy Department is "a little behind" in its effort to complete a necessary license application for a proposed rail route to Yucca Mountain, a top agency official told a meeting of state legislators in ...; 9:22 a.m.

Harrah's: Rhode Island can't lose with a casino: Michael Mello; PROVIDENCE, R.I. -- Harrah's Entertainment Inc. executives on Wednesday guaranteed to lawmakers that a West Warwick casino proposal would not lead to a decrease in state gaming revenue.; 9:18 a.m.

Man arrested in alleged attempt to meet girl: Glen Patrick Bonner remained in the Clark County Detention Center Wednesday. His bail was set at $750,000.; 9:17 a.m.

Preps results and schedules: Sunrise Region Boys' Tournament At Siena Golf Club; 9:16 a.m.

Drugmaker settles lawsuit: The settlement stems from a U.S. investigation of collusion among drug companies and doctors to bill government health programs for free samples given as promotions. AstraZeneca Plc and Tap Pharmaceuticals Inc. pleaded guilty to criminal ...; 9:12 a.m.

Profit numbers good for Eisner: For the quarter, net income at Disney increased 71 percent, to $537 million, or 26 cents a share, compared with $314 million, or 15 cents a share, in the period a year earlier. Analysts, as ...; 9:11 a.m.

Panel picks Carpenter next president of CCSN: In a rare showing of unanimity, the 19-member community college presidential search committee voted without discussion on Wednesday to recommend Richard Carpenter as the next president of the Community College of Southern Nevada.; 9:10 a.m.

Officials warned of problem gambling perils: Michael Mello; PROVIDENCE, R.I. -- John Cipolla gambled from the time he was a teenager, but said it wasn't until he starting going to casinos that his addiction, and life, spun out of control.; 9:03 a.m.

Gtech stock falls on woes in Brazil, Puerto Rico: WEST GREENWICH, R.I. -- Gtech Holdings Corp., the world's biggest supplier of online lottery systems, Wednesday said a customer in Puerto Rico won't renew its contract when the current agreement expires in March 2005. The ...; 9:00 a.m.

Letter: Wages stagnant, prices increase: I don't know what Mr. Orsmby does for a living, but I doubt he has ever turned down a wage increase because he was concerned it would cause his employer to raise prices. Many people ...; 8:48 a.m.

Letter: Negotiating on Yucca is crazy: Are these people crazy?; 8:48 a.m.

Letter: Speed limits and other traffic laws must be enforced: Fortunately, I no longer need to use the expressway system to get back and forth from my home in the southwest part of the city to Las Vegas Boulevard for work. The risks that drivers ...; 8:47 a.m.

Editorial: Naysayers lose again: Many Republican legislators supported the final tax plan, but some in the party's right wing couldn't get over the fact that they lost, prompting the sour-grapes legal challenges, including one to the U.S. Supreme Court, ...; 8:42 a.m.

Editorial: No baseball team before its time: In an exclusive front-page story Wednesday, the Sun revealed that the investors behind the effort are now asking for the public to finance a "significant portion" of the stadium. Major League Baseball, in deciding which ...; 8:41 a.m.

Mayor watches his plate go at auction: Heather Rawlyk; Just minutes after the closing of the first of a two-day ethics hearing Wednesday night, Mayor Oscar Goodman was on a mission: to get his hands on Las Vegas Centennial license plate LV001.; 8:40 a.m.

Community briefs for May 13, 2004: The 12th annual Unity Festival will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at Doolittle Community Center, 1901 N. J St.; 8:14 a.m.

Cancer Society has memorial plan: Donations can also be made in honor of someone who has made a tremendous difference in a person's life.; 8:14 a.m.

Arts project to help troops, write about experiences: Dick Benoit; The National Endowment for the Arts is offering a series of writers workshops to help troops and family members tell about their wartime experiences.; 8:14 a.m.

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