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Hearing set for Boulder City constable in burglary case
Monday, March 22, 2010
A preliminary hearing was scheduled Monday for Boulder City’s constable, who is accused of breaking into his ex-girlfriend’s house and stealing several firearms.
Metro releases photos in search of bank robber
Friday, March 19, 2010
Metro Police released video surveillance photos today of a man wanted in connection with a bank robbery that occurred earlier this week near Fort Apache and Russell roads.
I-15 lanes reopened after accident, fuel spill near downtown
Friday, March 19, 2010
All southbound lanes of Interstate 15 at the U.S. 95 interchange were reopened this afternoon after crews cleared the scene of a semi-truck accident and fuel spill.
Driver who ran over man waiting for ambulance accused of DUI
Friday, March 19, 2010
A 34-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of drunken driving after allegedly running over a man lying in a convenience store parking lot waiting for an ambulance. William Senf was booked into the Clark County Detention Center on one count of DUI with substantial bodily harm.
Metro: Have you seen these 2 robbery suspects?
Friday, March 19, 2010
Metro Police released sketches today of two men wanted in connection with several residential robberies throughout the valley.
150 birds, dog die in fire at Las Vegas sanctuary
Friday, March 19, 2010
A fire damaged a building and killed about 150 birds Friday morning at the Gilcrease Nature Sanctuary in the northwest Las Vegas Valley.
Child on bicycle hospitalized after collision with truck
Thursday, March 18, 2010
A child on a bicycle was struck by a truck this afternoon in the northeast Las Vegas Valley, Metro Police said. Police said the boy's head was bleeding and he was taken to the hospital for injuries that weren't considered life-threatening. Authorities are asking drivers to avoid the area.
Police say boy, 15, brought gun to Cimarron-Memorial High
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Clark County School Police arrested a 15-year-old high school student this morning after finding an unloaded handgun in his possession at Cimarron-Memorial High School.
Police motorcycle, two other vehicles crash on U.S. 95
Metro says vehicles hit slick of antifreeze on highway
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
U.S. 95 northbound near Eastern Avenue has been closed after three vehicles, including a Metro Police motorcycle, hit a puddle of antifreeze on the road and collided Wednesday night, police said.
Alleged robber arrested after police chase
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
A man who allegedly robbed a Henderson restaurant this morning was arrested by Metro Police after leading officers on a pursuit.
Metro serves Hells Angels warrant, seizes Salvation Army items
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Metro Police served a search warrant at a Hells Angels clubhouse this morning and its SWAT team seized vehicles and firearms allegedly taken from the Salvation Army.
Downtown events center celebrates grand opening
Facility outfitted to accommodate range of conventions, seminars
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
MEET Las Vegas, a three-story events center downtown equipped with innovative lighting and technology, celebrated its grand opening Tuesday.
Jodie Rocco, 51, of Las Vegas said she has been waiting for the facility at South 4th Street and Bridger Avenue to open for four years.
Woman shot in Texas Station parking lot
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
A 58-year-old woman suffered a gunshot wound to the leg Tuesday night in what police are calling an armed robbery attempt in the parking lot of a North Las Vegas casino.
Missing boy, 13, found unharmed in parking lot
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Henderson Police found a 13-year-old boy on Tuesday reported missing after he was last seen riding his bike Monday in the area of College Avenue.
Coroner's office identifies man killed in Boulder City plane crash
Monday, March 15, 2010
The Clark County Coroner’s Office has identified a man killed in a small plane crash in Boulder City on Friday as 45-year-old Brett Dean Beuckens of Queen Creek, Ariz.
85 firearms seized in Boulder City constable probe
Monday, March 15, 2010
Boulder City officers served search warrants at the constable's office, home and three storage areas and confiscated 85 firearms, as well as badges and drug paraphernalia, police said Monday.
Police searching for 2 men in pharmacy robbery
Monday, March 15, 2010
Metro Police are searching for two people in connection with a pharmacy robbery that occurred this morning on Jones Boulevard. Officers said two men held up the Spring Valley Pharmacy.
Mother, boyfriend arrested in death of toddler boy
Thursday, March 11, 2010
A mother and her boyfriend were arrested this week in connection with the death of the woman's 3-year-old son, Metro Police announced during a news conference today.
After DUI arrest, Boulder City constable facing burglary, weapons charges
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Boulder City's constable, who is facing drunken driving charges in connection with a Feb. 22 crash, was arrested Wednesday night on felony charges after investigators found evidence that linked him to burglary and false documentation, Boulder City Police said Thursday.
Lawmaker tells Boulder City Council to press state Legislature for help
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Even though the next regular session of the state Legislature is nearly a year away, a lawmaker encouraged Boulder City Council members to make sure their voices are heard.
Boulder City students nominated for League of Cities awards
Thursday, March 11, 2010
The Boulder City Council selected seven students to be considered for the Nevada League of Cities Youth Award and Scholarship Programs on Tuesday night, based on academic activities and community service.
Police: 10 children saw man expose self at renaissance festival
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
An 18-year-old man arrested for allegedly exposing himself during the annual Boulder City High School Renaissance Festival on Saturday told police he pulled down his pants to retaliate against four juveniles who were harassing him.
Coroner identifies victim in weekend shooting in NE valley
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
A man who was fatally wounded during a shooting in the northeast valley Saturday has been identified by the Clark County Coroner’s Office as Alejandro Ramirez-Vazquez of Las Vegas.
UNLV students mourn freshman found dead in dorm room
Monday, March 8, 2010
Race Matthew Salazar was more than a freshman and resident adviser candidate at UNLV. He was remembered Monday night as a kind-hearted 19-year-old with a unique style and striking personality. About 100 people gathered for a memorial at the amphitheater outside the UNLV student union.
Police: Man exposed self during high school renaissance festival
Sunday, March 7, 2010
A man was arrested Saturday after allegedly exposing himself during the annual Boulder City High School Renaissance Festival at Veterans Memorial Park. Aaron Villegas-Bullock is charged with nine counts of indecent or obscene exposure and was booked into the Clark County Detention Center on $9,000 bail.
Construction about to begin on veterans clinic
VA building four clinics and a full-service hospital in Southern Nevada
Friday, March 5, 2010
Dirt has been tossed and construction will soon begin on a new outpatient veterans health care clinic in Southern Nevada.
U.S. Rep. Shelley Berkley, Mayor Oscar Goodman and Councilman Steven Ross all attended a ground-breaking ceremony Friday at the clinic site at Rancho Drive and Alexander Road.
Coroner identifies 18-year-old woman killed in crash
Friday, March 5, 2010
A woman who died in a two-vehicle crash Thursday after her car collided with another car on Blue Diamond Road has been identified by the Clark County Coroner’s Office as 18-year-old Monica Ruiz-Mapile of Las Vegas.
Man accused of making bomb threats at Nellis Air Force Base
Friday, March 5, 2010
A man has been taken into custody after allegedly making bomb threats to Nellis Air Force Base personnel Friday afternoon, Metro Police said. Metro Police Lt. Dan McGrath said the man was taken into custody about 3:30 p.m. after pulling up to the main gate and making bomb threats.
Hearing delayed for parents of boy accused of shooting girl, 7
Friday, March 5, 2010
A preliminary hearing for the parents of a 10-year-old North Las Vegas boy accused of shooting a 7-year-old girl in May 2009 has been delayed a second time.
Man shot in face near downtown Las Vegas
Friday, March 5, 2010
One person was taken to University Medical Center this afternoon after suffering a gunshot wound to the face at an apartment complex east of downtown Las Vegas.
UNLV students rally to stave off program cuts
5 engineering majors could be eliminated as state deals with shortfall
Friday, March 5, 2010
Chants of “save our future” rang out at the UNLV Student Union on Friday as students, alumni, faculty, professors and community members rallied against the elimination of five programs within the College of Engineering. The group met at the Thomas T. Beam Engineering Complex and walked to the student union to protest.
Woman dies in two-car crash on Blue Diamond Road
Thursday, March 4, 2010
A woman died in a two-vehicle crash this afternoon at Blue Diamond Road and South Fort Apache after her car collided with another car. Blue Diamond Road has been closed and drivers are being asked to avoid the area, authorities said.
Bicyclist suffers minor injuries in collision with truck
Thursday, March 4, 2010
Metro Police said a bicyclist struck by a vehicle this afternoon on South Valley View Boulevard was at fault for losing balance and falling into the truck’s path.
Firefighters contain blaze at historic Las Vegas house
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Firefighters have contained a blaze that caused extensive damage to a single-story historic house Wednesday night, fire officials said.
Warrants served at home, office of Latino civil rights leader
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Police on Wednesday served warrants on nine felony counts "related to theft and burglary charges" at the office and home of Rene Orozco, the Nevada director of the League of United Latin American Citizens, a Metro news release said.
Middle school deals with teacher's loss after 2 found dead
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
A Las Vegas middle school is grappling with the death of a teacher who died in a suspected double suicide Monday after Metro Police homicide detectives determined no foul play appeared to be involved in the two deaths.
Man injured after car, moped collide on Charleston Boulevard
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
Metro Police are investigating an injury accident on West Charleston Boulevard after a moped and a car collided.
Sixth-grade girl found with handgun in purse at middle school
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
A sixth-grade girl was arrested this morning after she brought an unloaded handgun to Von Tobel Middle School in the northeast valley, police said. Authorities said students tipped off administrators that the girl had a gun at school.
CenturyLink restores some service after widespread Internet outage
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
CenturyLink has restored all Internet service in Las Vegas after a network problem caused a widespread outage.
Police: Suicide suspected in death of couple at apartment
Monday, March 1, 2010
Metro Police said a man and a woman found dead in an apartment Monday afternoon in the western valley committed suicide, suffering carbon monoxide poisoning.
Vehicle strikes crossing guard near elementary school
Monday, March 1, 2010
Metro Police are investigating an injury accident on North Durango Drive after a car struck a crossing guard Monday near Dean Lamar Allen Elementary School.
Girl, 17, dies from injuries after being shot in face
Monday, March 1, 2010
A 17-year-old girl who was shot in the head Friday in what police are calling a gang-related shooting has died. The Clark County Coroner's Office identified the girl as Jannet Sanchez, of Las Vegas.
Lady Rebels snap 3-game losing streak with win against Air Force
Saturday, Feb. 27, 2010
Freshman guard Kelli Thompson proved Saturday that her age is not indicative of her skills.
The Compton, Calif., native posted 20 points and grabbed eight boards to help the Lady Rebels defeat Air Force 69-55 at home on Senior Night, breaking the team’s three-game losing streak.
17-year-old girl shot in head, hospitalized in critical condition
Metro Police say shooting was gang-related
Friday, Feb. 26, 2010
A 17-year-old girl was taken to Sunrise Hospital in critical condition Friday night after suffering a gunshot wound to the head in a gang-related shooting, Metro Police said. Lt. Dan McGrath said officers received a call of a shooting about 8:45 p.m. in the 2900 block of Beaconfalls Way in the northeast valley.
McCarran: Northeast blizzard leads to delayed, canceled flights
Friday, Feb. 26, 2010
Las Vegans traveling to U.S. northeastern cities today are encouraged to check for flight cancellations as a result of winter weather conditions.
Motorcyclist injured in crash on Las Vegas Strip
Friday, Feb. 26, 2010
A motorcyclist has been taken to University Medical Center trauma after suffering injuries in a vehicle accident on South Las Vegas Boulevard Friday.
Man admits he abused infant son
Man tells police he threw bottles at baby's head
Friday, Feb. 26, 2010
A 21-year-old Las Vegas man accused of beating and biting his 3-month-old son admitted to Metro Police that he abused the boy on numerous occasions, according to an arrest report.
Hearing set for suspected pimp in strangling case
Girl tells police altercation began after second pimp gave her money to buy clothes
Friday, Feb. 26, 2010
A 14-year-old girl who was allegedly strangled and sexually assaulted by a suspected pimp told police that the altercation began after another pimp gave her money to buy clothes.
Hearing delayed for teen accused in toddler death
Friday, Feb. 26, 2010
A preliminary hearing for a teenager accused of fatally beating a toddler boy in 2009 has been reset due to scheduling conflicts among attorneys.
Boulder City Council rejects proposal to close Youth, Art centers
Friday, Feb. 26, 2010
The Boulder City Youth Center is a safe haven for teens and a place where drug, alcohol and tobacco use are forbidden.
It’s a place that provides homework assistance and guidance. And up until Wednesday, it was one of two Parks and Recreation facilities that faced being shut down.