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Suspects sought in northwest valley home invasions: Thursday, April 8, 2010; Metro Police are searching for multiple people suspected of being involved in many of the 15 home invasions that have occurred in the northwest Las Vegas Valley this year.
Boy, 10, dies from H1N1 in Southern Nevada: Thursday, April 8, 2010; The Southern Nevada Health District reported that a 10-year-old boy died within the past week from the H1N1 virus, also known as swine flu, bringing the total number of deaths in Southern Nevada to 40.
I-15 crash leaves woman with minor injuries, disrupts traffic: Thursday, April 8, 2010; A pregnant woman was taken to University Medical Center after suffering minor injuries this afternoon in a three-vehicle accident on northbound Interstate 15.
Suspicious item in Kmart shopping cart not a threat: Thursday, April 8, 2010; Metro Police have determined that an unusual item found at a Kmart store on Sunset Road in a shopping cart is not a threat.
Security concerns prompt Boulder City to add courthouse project: Thursday, April 8, 2010; Construction of an additional office building at the Boulder Township Justice Court has been added as a special project in Boulder City’s 2010-2011 fiscal year budget to reinforce security and safety for court personnel.
Coroner IDs victim in I-15 crash; semi-truck driver sought: Thursday, April 8, 2010; Nevada Highway Patrol troopers are still searching for a semi-truck driver who collided with a motorcyclist in a fatal hit-and-run crash Wednesday on Interstate 15 in Las Vegas.
Motorcyclist dies in hit-and-run crash on I-15: Wednesday, April 7, 2010; A motorcyclist died in a hit-and-run collision with a semi-truck this afternoon on Interstate 15, closing several northbound lanes and creating long delays for motorists.
Woman charged with neglect after kids fall from balcony: Wednesday, April 7, 2010; Metro Police said a woman was asleep and possibly intoxicated Wednesday afternoon when her daughter and granddaughter fell from a third-story balcony in the southwest valley.
Coroner's inquest set for man shot by Metro officer: Tuesday, April 6, 2010; A coroner’s inquest has been scheduled in the case of a 26-year-old man who police fatally shot after the man fired at a Metro Police officer March 23.
Suspicious suitcase on Spring Mountain Road not a threat: Tuesday, April 6, 2010; Metro Police have determined that a suspicious suitcase found on Spring Mountain Road this morning is not a threat.
County appoints new Boulder Township constable: Tuesday, April 6, 2010; Clark County commissioners appointed a new constable for Boulder Township to replace Larry Markotay, who left March 29 after being accused of breaking into his ex-girlfriend’s house and stealing several firearms.
Boulder Township constable resigns after burglary arrest: Monday, April 5, 2010; The chief constable of Boulder Township, who is accused of breaking into his ex-girlfriend’s house and stealing several firearms, submitted a letter of resignation to Clark County commissioners March 29.
Woman critically injured in suspected gang-related triple stabbing: Monday, April 5, 2010; Metro Police are searching for three men in connection with a suspected gang-related triple stabbing Sunday night that left a woman with critical injuries.
Coroner identifies man killed in suspected DUI crash: Monday, April 5, 2010; The Clark County Coroner’s Office has identified a 52-year-old man who was killed Sunday in a vehicle crash allegedly caused by a suspected drunken driver as Robert Childress Jr. of Las Vegas.
Fire truck accident injures woman in Boulder City: Monday, April 5, 2010; A Boulder City woman was airlifted to University Medical Center on Sunday night after she suffered injuries in an incident with a fire department truck.
Residents seek ballot questions on golf courses, city attorney: Saturday, April 3, 2010; Some Boulder City residents who are unhappy with the City Council’s selection of ballot initiatives for the upcoming general election have started petitions to submit their own questions.
Coroner IDs man found dead in truck in southwest valley: Friday, April 2, 2010; The Clark County Coroner’s Office has identified a man found dead in the back of a truck Thursday as 28-year-old Robert Wagner Jr. of Las Vegas.
1 person shot during robbery at jewelry store: Friday, April 2, 2010; Metro Police are investigating a robbery and shooting that injured a man at a jewelry store near Sahara Avenue. Police responded at 1:06 p.m. to the incident at The Jewelers, 2400 Western Ave., which is just east of the Sahara and Interstate 15 interchange.
North Las Vegas votes to eliminate 204 city jobs: Thursday, April 1, 2010; The North Las Vegas City Council approved a budget-reduction plan tonight that will eliminate 204 municipal jobs. Mayor Shari Buck voted against the plan because it will eliminate firefighter positions.
2 cities break ground on public safety training facility: Thursday, April 1, 2010; Henderson and Boulder City officials got a first glimpse of a new training facility for firefighters and police officers Thursday during a groundbreaking ceremony. The Eldorado Valley Regional Public Safety Training Facility, located south of the U.S. 93/U.S. 95 interchange, will be built on about 250 acres and will provide training for both Henderson and Boulder City public safety workers.
Homicide detectives probe man's death in southwest valley: Thursday, April 1, 2010; Metro Police homicide detectives are investigating after a body was found Thursday afternoon near the intersection of South Durango Drive and West Ford Avenue.
55-year-old man dies from H1N1 in Southern Nevada: Thursday, April 1, 2010; The Southern Nevada Health District reported Wednesday that a man died within the past week from the H1N1 virus, also known as swine flu, bringing the total number of deaths in Southern Nevada to 39.
Suspicious package Las Vegas Academy not a threat: Thursday, April 1, 2010; The Las Vegas Fire & Rescue Bomb Squad has determined that a suspicious package found at the Las Vegas Academy this morning by Clark County School District Police is not a threat.
Latino civil rights leader jailed on theft charges: Thursday, April 1, 2010; A Latino civil rights leader accused of acting as an attorney and scamming immigrants has turned himself in to police after a warrant was issued for his arrest earlier this month.
Sketch released of man sought in sex assault of mother, daughter: Wednesday, March 31, 2010; Metro Police are searching for a man wanted in connection with the sexual assault of a mother and her juvenile daughter Tuesday at a home in the northwest valley.
400 Nevada soldiers return home from Afghanistan: Wednesday, March 31, 2010; More than 400 soldiers returned to Las Vegas today and were reunited with friends and family after a one-year deployment to Afghanistan. Hundreds at the Mandalay Bay ceremony applauded as bag pipers kicked off the ceremony, welcoming the Nevada Army National Guard’s 1-221st Cavalry Squadron back home. The group was deployed in April 2009 on a security mission to help with reconstruction in Afghanistan. Some soldiers wore black cowboy hats and spurs on their boots as a tradition to represent their squadron, said William Burks, Nevada’s adjutant general.
Coroner identifies Henderson man killed in 3-vehicle crash: Tuesday, March 30, 2010; A 44-year-old man killed in a three-vehicle crash this past weekend on Eastern Avenue was identified by the Clark County Coroner’s Office as James Desjardins of Henderson.
Two injured in four-vehicle crash on Decatur: Tuesday, March 30, 2010; Two people were hospitalized after a four-vehicle accident this afternoon on South Decatur Boulevard, police said.
Coroner identifies driver, 93, killed in crash near Strip: Tuesday, March 30, 2010; The Clark County Coroner's Office has identified a 93-year-old man who died Sunday after his vehicle rolled onto its roof in a parking lot east of the Strip as John Memcor of Las Vegas.
$11 million transit center opens in northwest valley: Monday, March 29, 2010; Transportation officials unveiled the new Centennial Hills Transit Center on Monday and recognized members of the congressional delegation who supported the federal Recovery Act, which helped to fund the facility. The center, at 7313 Grand Montecito Parkway near U.S. 95 and Durango Drive, includes about 900 parking spaces, passenger drop-off areas, bike storage and an air-conditioned building for passengers to wait for buses.
With Tea Party in town, Harry Reid helps open shooting park: Saturday, March 27, 2010; As the Tea Party Express rolled into Searchlight on Saturday, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid wasn’t home. Instead, he spent his morning at the grand opening of the Clark County Shooting Park, firing a shotgun at one of the facility’s new ranges.
Man arrested in shooting death of fast-food worker: Saturday, March 27, 2010; Metro Police arrested a man in connection with the death of a 23-year-old woman who was shot Thursday in the parking lot of a fast-food restaurant where she worked.
Man charged with DUI denies running over man in parking lot: Saturday, March 27, 2010; A man arrested on suspicion of drunken driving after allegedly running over a man lying in a convenience store parking lot denied he was drivign the car, a Metro Police report said.
City to operate Boulder Creek Golf Club out of general fund: Saturday, March 27, 2010; he Boulder City Council voted unanimously Thursday to operate the Boulder Creek Golf Course Club out of the city’s general fund so it can be accounted for with the Municipal Golf Course.
Metro ends search for light aircraft near Jean: Friday, March 26, 2010; Metro Police have ended their search for a light aircraft after a search and rescue helicopter found no evidence of a crash in the area of Jean Airport.
Police concerned domestic violence victims not getting help: Thursday, March 25, 2010; Metro Police have arrested more than 500 people on the 2009 felony strangulation law but are concerned the majority of domestic violence victims are refusing help from authorities.
Boulder City to shut off water in area for maintenance: Thursday, March 25, 2010; Boulder City announced today that it will be shutting off the water in the Hemenway Valley area for several hours next week to conduct maintenance repairs on the water distribution system.
Coroner identifies 7-Eleven clerk killed in shooting: Thursday, March 25, 2010; The Clark County Coroner’s Office has identified a 7-Eleven store clerk shot Wednesday during an apparent robbery attempt as 38-year-old Suchinma Revtissamahramaye, of Las Vegas.
Power rate hike catches some in Boulder City by surprise: Thursday, March 25, 2010; When the Boulder City Council voted last year to raise electricity rates, most residents expected the new rate to impact their December energy bills. They didn’t, however, anticipate the rate increase affecting their November payments.
Metro identifies officers involved in Monday shooting: Wednesday, March 24, 2010; Metro Police have identified two officers who fired their weapons at a woman after she allegedly tried to run them over with a car Monday morning as Michael Donovan and David Mikewski.
Man fatally shot at apartment complex near downtown: Wednesday, March 24, 2010; Metro Police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Tuesday night at an apartment complex north of downtown.
Metro identifies wounded officer, suspect; residents describe shooting: Wednesday, March 24, 2010; A Metro Police officer fighting for his life after being shot Tuesday evening was identified today as 31-year-old Mike Madland. Sheriff Doug Gillespie said Madland was in "very serious" condition after being shot twice while chasing a car theft suspect at about 9 p.m. Tuesday in the backyard of a residence near Rainbow Boulevard and Washington Avenue.
People line up for a free scoop of Ben and Jerry's: Tuesday, March 23, 2010; A free scoop of Ben and Jerry’s ice cream has become a delicious tradition and an opportunity to donate to a worthy cause.
Bail set for man accused of DUI, running over pedestrian: Tuesday, March 23, 2010; Bail was set at $100,000 Monday for a man arrested on suspicion of drunken driving after allegedly running over a man lying in a convenience store parking lot waiting for an ambulance.
Second man shot by homeowner arrested on auto burglary charge: Tuesday, March 23, 2010; Police arrested a man Monday night who allegedly burglarized a truck with another man in North Las Vegas before they were shot by the truck's owner while trying to leave the scene.
Panel to review strangulation case for possible death penalty: Tuesday, March 23, 2010; The district attorney's office's death penalty review committee will meet next week to decide whether a California man accused of murder and sexual assault should be put to death.
Woman, 19, pleads not guilty in suspected DUI crash that killed 2: Tuesday, March 23, 2010; A 19-year-old woman suspected of driving drunk and killing two people in Henderson last month pleaded not guilty today in Clark County District Court. The judge set a trial date of 10:30 a.m. on May 10.
Man sought in stabbing outside Fashion Show Mall: Monday, March 22, 2010; Metro Police are searching for a suspect in connection with a stabbing outside the Fashion Show Mall that left a man in critical condition Sunday night.
Nature sanctuary fire ruled accidental, does $100,000 in damage: Monday, March 22, 2010; Authorities said the fire that killed about 150 birds at the Gilcrease Nature Sanctuary on Friday has been ruled accidental and caused about $100,000 in damage.
Metro Police investigate crash involving vehicle, pedestrian: Monday, March 22, 2010; Metro Police are investigating a serious accident involving a vehicle and pedestrian near the intersection East Charleston Boulevard and Marion Drive.