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Send your loved one a virtual Vegas Valentine’s Day card now: Friday, Feb. 8, 2013; Las Vegas may already be America's sexiest city, but we want to make sure you have plenty of ways to share the love.
Couple reported threats hours before being killed, police say: Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2013; Two hours before Danielle Woods and Donnie Cobb were found shot to death Sunday in their Paradise Road apartment, Woods had told Metro Police her former boyfriend had threatened her and her boyfriend and told them he’d be back, an arrest report says.
Junk food, guns and a cartoon contest: Monday, Feb. 4, 2013; It's time for the February edition of the Smithereens Cartoon Caption Contest — in which you get to help create an editorial cartoon.
Congress has nothing to worry about: Thursday, Jan. 31, 2013; When Congress goes over a cliff, you want to say: "They'll be OK. Unlike us, they've all got golden parachutes."
Correction: NV Energy reduces service fee in kiosk pilot program: Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2013; NV Energy is installing some 100 kiosks in supermarkets and drug stores in Clark County to make it easier for customers to pay their bills. But consumers who choose to use the kiosks are going to have to pay extra to do it.
Las Vegas attorney among three nominated to succeed eastern Nevada judge: Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2013; Two lawyers from Ely and one from Las Vegas have been nominated to succeed District Judge Dan Papez, who retired this month after 20 years on the bench in the Seventh Judicial District.
What to say about Congress going over a cliff?: Monday, Jan. 21, 2013; It's time to decide who will win the Smithereens Cartoon Caption Contest for January. This month we're cartooning about Congress.
Live blog: President Obama inaugurated for second term: Monday, Jan. 21, 2013; Live coverage from the Associated Press and Sun Washington correspondent Karoun Demirjian of the inauguration of President Barack Obama for a second term.
Fire does $750,000 damage to custom home: Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2013; A resident suffered minor injuries Tuesday night in a fire that caused an estimated $750,000 damage to a custom home near Patrick Lane and Torrey Pines Drive, the Clark County Fire Department said.
Cal law student pleads guilty to charge related to death of bird at Flamingo Wildlife Habitat: Friday, Jan. 11, 2013; One of the University of California-Berkeley law students charged in conjunction with the death of an exotic bird in October at the Flamingo’s Wildlife Habitat has pleaded guilty.
Elderly woman killed in vehicle-pedestrian accident: Thursday, Jan. 10, 2013; An elderly woman was hit by a sport utility vehicle and killed Thursday after she tried to cross Decatur Boulevard outside a marked crosswalk, Metro Police officials said.
Former lawmaker announces run for NLV mayor: Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2013; A former state senator on Wednesday announced his candidacy for mayor of North Las Vegas. John Lee, who served 15 years in the Nevada Legislature, said the city’s financial difficulties and the city’s current leadership prompted his decision.
Man dies in attack after convenience store confrontation: Monday, Jan. 7, 2013; A man who was attacked near a convenience store at Twain Avenue and Swenson Street died Monday night, Metro Police said.
What do you have to say about Congress?: Monday, Jan. 7, 2013; It's time for the January edition of the Smithereens Cartoon Caption Contest — where you get to help create an editorial cartoon.
Watch out for the elves: Here's the cartoon contest winner: Friday, Jan. 4, 2013; Christmas is over, which might be a good thing if you're worried about being mugged by an elf.
Wheelchair user suffers 'substantial injuries' after being struck by semi: Thursday, Jan. 3, 2013; A semitruck hit a woman in a wheelchair this morning at the intersection of South Valley View Boulevard and West Sahara Avenue, Metro Police say.
Fire damages auto body shop west of the Strip: Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2013; Clark County firefighters put out their second blaze of the year late Tuesday after an auto body shop caught fire.
2013: Las Vegans offer their forecasts on the new year: Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2013; What will be the biggest challenges for Las Vegas and Nevada? What are the greatest fears? What are the brightest prospects? In the Sun's two-part series, Las Vegas residents from various walks of life offer their outlook on 2013.
Texas woman hits $2.8 million jackpot at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas: Monday, Dec. 31, 2012; A Texas woman hit a $2,832,044.74 jackpot Friday while playing a Bombs Away Bombshells slot machine at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, game developer International Game Technology said. The woman was shocked to find out she had won and immediately called her husband, officials said.
Resident accused of bludgeoning two people to death in group home: Monday, Dec. 31, 2012; A resident of an assisted living group home used a hammer to bludgeon two people to death at the home, left to purchase a bottle of wine and cigars, returned and unsuccessfully tried to kill himself.
Fire outside Forum Shops causes minimal damage: Monday, Dec. 31, 2012; A recessed light near the valet stand at the Forum Shops at Caesars sparked a fire Monday morning. The Clark County Fire Department responded to the reported fire at 9:46 a.m. Firefighters found burning in a space between a bridge and the parking structure.
What does 2013 hold in store? Las Vegas residents make their forecasts: Monday, Dec. 31, 2012; Will this be the year the recovery begins in earnest for Las Vegas? Or will it be a repeat of 2012 — a year of mixed results? In a two-part series, local residents from various walks of life give their outlook.
Coroner ID's body as that of 10-year-old Jade Morris: Friday, Dec. 28, 2012; The Clark County Coroner’s Office has positively identified the girl found Thursday in North Las Vegas as 10-year-old Jade Morris. A county spokesman said the cause of death was “multiple stab and incised wounds.” The death is being classified as a homicide.
Mother indicted in fire that killed 3 children joins father in custody: Friday, Dec. 28, 2012; Both the mother and father accused of child neglect and murder in the deaths of three children earlier this year are in custody. Clark County Detention Center records show Amy Hatzenfiller,27, also known as Amy Hatzenpiller, was booked into jail Thursday evening. Shane J. Gouailhardou, 22, was booked into jail Sunday. Both are being held on $600,000 bond.
Cal law students charged in decapitation of exotic bird at Strip wildlife habitat: Thursday, Dec. 27, 2012; Two University of California-Berkeley law students have been charged for their alleged roles in an October incident that resulted in the decapitation of an exotic bird at the Flamingo’s Wildlife Habitat.
Fire does about $10,000 damage to vacant house: Wednesday, Dec. 26, 2012; A fire early today did about $10,000 damage to a vacant house in the northeast valley, the Clark County Fire Department said.
Two found dead after fire in mobile home: Tuesday, Dec. 25, 2012; Two people are dead after a fire burned the bedroom they were in on Christmas morning.
Santa wants to know which caption is best: Monday, Dec. 24, 2012; It's time to decide who will win the Christmas edition Smithereens Cartoon Caption Contest.
Father wanted in June deaths of 3 children in custody: Monday, Dec. 24, 2012; The father accused of child neglect and murder in the deaths of three children earlier this year is in custody. Clark County Detention Center records show Shane J. Gouailhardou was booked into jail Sunday. His bond is $600,000.
Single-vehicle accident on Beltway kills 32-year-old woman: Friday, Dec. 21, 2012; A 32-year-old woman died after she was involved in a rollover accident earlier Friday afternoon on the Las Vegas Beltway.
Metro to beef up presence around Clark County schools on Friday: Thursday, Dec. 20, 2012; Metro Police will have a visible, beefed-up presence Friday around schools in Clark County as a precautionary measure, although the show isn't tied to last week’s mass shootings in Connecticut.
Parents charged with murder, neglect in June fire that killed three toddlers: Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2012; A Clark County grand jury has indicted the parents of three children killed in a June fire, charging them with murder and child abuse. Amy Hatzenpiller, also known as Amy Hatzenfiller, and Shane J. Gouailhardou were charged in the indictment handed up Tuesday in Clark County District Court. Each is charged with three counts of second-degree murder and three counts of child abuse, neglect or endangerment with substantial bodily harm. spokeswoman for Clark County District Attorney Steve Wolfson said warrants for Hatzenpiller and Gouailhardou have been issued. As of midafternoon Wednesday, the two still were at large.
Metro traffic officer arrested on counts related to workers comp fraud: Friday, Dec. 14, 2012; A Metro Police officer is on unpaid leave after his arrest earlier this week on counts involving workers compensation fraud. Officer John A. Wilson, 46, a 17-year veteran of the Metro force, turned himself in Monday.
Las Vegans react to school shooting: Friday, Dec. 14, 2012; Las Vegans, like many other Americans, shared their reactions to a shooting at a Connecticut elementary school Friday morning. Here is a sampling of some of the thoughts they shared.
Metro investigators find child injured in bus accident, siblings, had history of lack of supervision: Thursday, Dec. 13, 2012; Child welfare officials were well acquainted with a Las Vegas mother even before her arrest this week stemming from an incident in which her unsupervised 6-year-old son was hit by a school bus.
Here's your Christmas cartoon caption contest: Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2012; Welcome to the final Smithereens Cartoon Caption Contest of 2012! Here's your last chance to fill in the blank on a Mike Smith cartoon for the year.
Las Vegas marks 12/12/12 in 12 ways: Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2012; Enjoy Dec. 12, 2012 — or 12/12/12 — while it lasts. It will mark the last time all three numerals in a date are the same for the next 80-some years. On this special day, Las Vegas is paying special attention to all things 12.
Former housekeeper first woman to lead Culinary union in Las Vegas: Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2012; Geoconda Arguello-Kline, a former housekeeper and union organizer, has been elected to the top position with the Culinary Workers Union Local 226 in Las Vegas, the first woman to hold the post of secretary-treasurer.
Sarkisian recalls memorable game at Sam Boyd during college days at BYU: University of Washington coach already has good feeling about Sam Boyd Stadium heading into Dec. 22 bowl game against Boise State; Friday, Dec. 7, 2012; When the University of Washington football team takes the field at Sam Boyd Stadium Dec. 22 for the MAACO Bowl Las Vegas against Boise State, Huskies coach Steve Sarkisian will already have some positive karma on his side.
Ashes of former TV weatherman to be placed with dog at pet cemetery: Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2012; The ashes of a longtime Las Vegas TV weather personality known for his love of animals will be placed in a pet cemetery this weekend.
Ranking puts Henderson among nation's top digital cities: Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2012; When it comes to local governments on the cutting edge of technology, Henderson is among the nation’s leaders, according to a national institute that studies information technology in state and local government.
Winning cartoon caption a critique of Congress: Friday, Nov. 30, 2012; The November Smithereens Cartoon Caption Contest asked you to fill in a word bubble about Congress. And the winner you picked is: "He winds down before every recess," submitted by Dale Stout.
Metro Police on scene of central Las Vegas Valley shooting: Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2012; Metro Police are investigating a shooting late Tuesday morning in the central valley. Officer Marcus Martin, Metro spokesman, said Hispanic male was shot in the face and finger at 11:48 a.m. in the 300 block of West Cleveland Avenue.
Las Vegas Safekey office moving to new location: Monday, Nov. 26, 2012; The city of Las Vegas Safekey program will be moving its office to a new location at the beginning of next year.
Building at Tuscany casino in Las Vegas evacuated after reports of strange odor: Friday, Nov. 23, 2012; A building at the Tuscany Suites and Casino was evacuated on Thanksgiving after reports of a strange odor in a second-floor hallway, a Clark County Fire Department spokesman said.
Shop talk: Staff and readers report on Black Friday in Las Vegas: Friday, Nov. 23, 2012; Long lines. Jammed aisles. Crowded parking lots. The holiday shopping season is officially under way. Ho, ho, ho. But enough of the bah-humbug. This is a day for shoppers to give, not receive, and for retailers to get a nice financial boost. So how’s Black Friday going in Las Vegas?
Las Vegas avoids typical cooking fires this Thanksgiving: Friday, Nov. 23, 2012; There were no reported cooking fires in Las Vegas this Thanksgiving, typically the day with the most cooking-related fires of the year, Las Vegas Fire and Rescue officials said. Last year, there were 10 cooking fires.
You choose: Which congressional caption is best?: Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2012; It's time to decide who will win the monthly Smithereens Cartoon Caption Contest. This month, you get to tell us what people are saying about Congress.
Federal officials deny Clark County's disaster application for September storm, flooding: Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2012; Damage caused by a record storm Sept. 11 in the Las Vegas Valley fell short of the threshold to receive federal disaster aid, Clark County officials announced Wednesday afternoon.
Computer database problem exacerbates wait at DMVs: Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2012; People visiting Department of Motor Vehicles sites across Nevada on Monday and Tuesday may have found their wait times even longer than normal, after access to a national database slowed to a crawl.