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Tony McDew not only recognized that he had a gambling problem, but set out to document it with his own video camera, hoping that sharing his experience could help others. When the jackpot hits, "It feels like you're getting high." And when it doesn't? "You want to crucify yourself."
Tony's Story
November 22, 2009, 12:03 AM
Tony McDew not only recognized that he had a gambling problem, but set out to document it with his own video camera, hoping that sharing his experience could help others. When the jackpot hits, "It feels like you're getting high." And when it doesn't? "You want to crucify yourself."
After a 28-point first half, Bishop Gorman cruises into the 4A State Semifinals with a 31-7 win over Cimarron-Memorial Friday night.
Cimarron-Memorial vs Bishop Gorman
November 21, 2009, 1:30 AM
After a 28-point first half, Bishop Gorman cruises into the 4A State Semifinals with a 31-7 win over Cimarron-Memorial Friday night.
Las Vegas Sun reporter John Katsilometes sits down with Carrot Top before his show to discuss life, comedy, and body image.
Confessions of Carrot Top
November 20, 2009, 12 AM
Las Vegas Sun reporter John Katsilometes sits down with Carrot Top before his show to discuss life, comedy, and body image.
Three people have been arrested and charged with murder for the death of off-duty Metro Police Officer Trevor Nettleton. He was fatally shot in his garage in North Las Vegas during a shooting that officials are calling a "senseless" crime.
Arrests made in officer's shooting
November 19, 2009, 9:37 PM (1 Comment)
Three people have been arrested and charged with murder for the death of off-duty Metro Police Officer Trevor Nettleton. He was fatally shot in his garage in North Las Vegas during a shooting that officials are calling a "senseless" crime.
Without UFC President Dana White, the UFC 106 headliners address the media a final time before Saturday night's fights at Mandalay Bay.
UFC 106: Pre-Fight Presser
November 19, 2009, 6 PM
Without UFC President Dana White, the UFC 106 headliners address the media a final time before Saturday night's fights at Mandalay Bay.
A number of Strip resorts are teetering on the brink of economic disaster. What impact will the opening of CityCenter have on its neighbors' fortunes? Plus, will the end of the line for thousands of CityCenter construction workers result in another wave of home foreclosures? Jon talks with some experts.
Saving Grace? seg. 1
November 19, 2009, 5:30 PM
A number of Strip resorts are teetering on the brink of economic disaster. What impact will the opening of CityCenter have on its neighbors' fortunes? Plus, will the end of the line for thousands of CityCenter construction workers result in another wave of home foreclosures? Jon talks with some experts.
A number of Strip resorts are teetering on the brink of economic disaster. What impact will the opening of CityCenter have on its neighbors' fortunes? Plus, will the end of the line for thousands of CityCenter construction workers result in another wave of home foreclosures? Jon talks with some experts.
Saving Grace? seg. 2
November 19, 2009, 5:30 PM
A number of Strip resorts are teetering on the brink of economic disaster. What impact will the opening of CityCenter have on its neighbors' fortunes? Plus, will the end of the line for thousands of CityCenter construction workers result in another wave of home foreclosures? Jon talks with some experts.
A number of Strip resorts are teetering on the brink of economic disaster. What impact will the opening of CityCenter have on its neighbors' fortunes? Plus, will the end of the line for thousands of CityCenter construction workers result in another wave of home foreclosures? Jon talks with some experts.
Saving Grace? seg. 3
November 19, 2009, 5:30 PM
A number of Strip resorts are teetering on the brink of economic disaster. What impact will the opening of CityCenter have on its neighbors' fortunes? Plus, will the end of the line for thousands of CityCenter construction workers result in another wave of home foreclosures? Jon talks with some experts.
A number of Strip resorts are teetering on the brink of economic disaster. What impact will the opening of CityCenter have on its neighbors' fortunes? Plus, will the end of the line for thousands of CityCenter construction workers result in another wave of home foreclosures? Jon talks with some experts.
Saving Grace? seg. 4
November 19, 2009, 5:30 PM
A number of Strip resorts are teetering on the brink of economic disaster. What impact will the opening of CityCenter have on its neighbors' fortunes? Plus, will the end of the line for thousands of CityCenter construction workers result in another wave of home foreclosures? Jon talks with some experts.
Thanks to 35 bench-points, UNLV used a second-half surge to beat Nevada, Reno 88-75 Wednesday night at the Thomas & Mack.
UNR vs UNLV
November 19, 2009, 5 AM (1 Comment)
Thanks to 35 bench-points, UNLV used a second-half surge to beat Nevada, Reno 88-75 Wednesday night at the Thomas & Mack.
In his show at Atrium Showroom, Scott Thompson (known as Carrot Top onstage) refers to himself as a "mean clown." For his Las Vegas Weekly cover story, he sat for a photo session in which half his face was painted as a clown. Here is the process.
Carrot Top Makes Up
November 19, 2009, 2 AM
In his show at Atrium Showroom, Scott Thompson (known as Carrot Top onstage) refers to himself as a "mean clown." For his Las Vegas Weekly cover story, he sat for a photo session in which half his face was painted as a clown. Here is the process.
Mike Brown loses his WEC featherweight championship belt to Jose Aldo at The Pearl at The Palms Hotel.
Aldo Defeats Brown
November 19, 2009, 2 AM
Mike Brown loses his WEC featherweight championship belt to Jose Aldo at The Pearl at The Palms Hotel.
Ray Brewer previews this weeks high school football playoff games.
High School Football Playoffs
November 19, 2009, 2 AM
Ray Brewer previews this weeks high school football playoff games.
Internal Affairs probes prompted by an exclusive Face to Face investigation reveal some cops were doing the bidding of friends and associates, including the son of former Gov. Kenny Guinn. Was Jeff Guinn able to get what he wanted from Metro Police, because of his famous last name? And, why did Metro assign a cop who was involved to conduct the Internal Affairs investigation? Jon asks Metro Sheriff Doug Gillespie about that and more.
Cops for Hire? seg. 1
November 18, 2009, 5:30 PM (1 Comment)
Internal Affairs probes prompted by an exclusive Face to Face investigation reveal some cops were doing the bidding of friends and associates, including the son of former Gov. Kenny Guinn. Was Jeff Guinn able to get what he wanted from Metro Police, because of his famous last name? And, why did Metro assign a cop who was involved to conduct the Internal Affairs investigation? Jon asks Metro Sheriff Doug Gillespie about that and more.
Internal Affairs probes prompted by an exclusive Face to Face investigation reveal some cops were doing the bidding of friends and associates, including the son of former Gov. Kenny Guinn. Was Jeff Guinn able to get what he wanted from Metro Police, because of his famous last name? And, why did Metro assign a cop who was involved to conduct the Internal Affairs investigation? Jon asks Metro Sheriff Doug Gillespie about that and more.
Cops for Hire? seg. 2
November 18, 2009, 5:30 PM
Internal Affairs probes prompted by an exclusive Face to Face investigation reveal some cops were doing the bidding of friends and associates, including the son of former Gov. Kenny Guinn. Was Jeff Guinn able to get what he wanted from Metro Police, because of his famous last name? And, why did Metro assign a cop who was involved to conduct the Internal Affairs investigation? Jon asks Metro Sheriff Doug Gillespie about that and more.
Internal Affairs probes prompted by an exclusive Face to Face investigation reveal some cops were doing the bidding of friends and associates, including the son of former Gov. Kenny Guinn. Was Jeff Guinn able to get what he wanted from Metro Police, because of his famous last name? And, why did Metro assign a cop who was involved to conduct the Internal Affairs investigation? Jon asks Metro Sheriff Doug Gillespie about that and more.
Cops for Hire? seg. 3
November 18, 2009, 5:30 PM
Internal Affairs probes prompted by an exclusive Face to Face investigation reveal some cops were doing the bidding of friends and associates, including the son of former Gov. Kenny Guinn. Was Jeff Guinn able to get what he wanted from Metro Police, because of his famous last name? And, why did Metro assign a cop who was involved to conduct the Internal Affairs investigation? Jon asks Metro Sheriff Doug Gillespie about that and more.
Internal Affairs probes prompted by an exclusive Face to Face investigation reveal some cops were doing the bidding of friends and associates, including the son of former Gov. Kenny Guinn. Was Jeff Guinn able to get what he wanted from Metro Police, because of his famous last name? And, why did Metro assign a cop who was involved to conduct the Internal Affairs investigation? Jon asks Metro Sheriff Doug Gillespie about that and more.
Cops for Hire? seg. 4
November 18, 2009, 5:30 PM
Internal Affairs probes prompted by an exclusive Face to Face investigation reveal some cops were doing the bidding of friends and associates, including the son of former Gov. Kenny Guinn. Was Jeff Guinn able to get what he wanted from Metro Police, because of his famous last name? And, why did Metro assign a cop who was involved to conduct the Internal Affairs investigation? Jon asks Metro Sheriff Doug Gillespie about that and more.
Tito Ortiz prepares for his upcoming comeback fight with Forrest Griffin.
Tito Ortiz: Making A Comeback
November 18, 2009, 2 AM (1 Comment)
Tito Ortiz prepares for his upcoming comeback fight with Forrest Griffin.
Nearly a decade has passed since 15-year-old Conan Pope picked up the rifle his father, Frank Pope, gave him and shot him to death. Now at 25, Conan Pope is asking the state to pardon his crime. Jon talks with him and his attorney. Plus, see why even the victim's brother and sister say Pope never should have served a day in prison for killing his father.
Petition for Pardon, seg. 1
November 17, 2009, 5:30 PM
Nearly a decade has passed since 15-year-old Conan Pope picked up the rifle his father, Frank Pope, gave him and shot him to death. Now at 25, Conan Pope is asking the state to pardon his crime. Jon talks with him and his attorney. Plus, see why even the victim's brother and sister say Pope never should have served a day in prison for killing his father.
Nearly a decade has passed since 15-year-old Conan Pope picked up the rifle his father, Frank Pope, gave him and shot him to death. Now at 25, Conan Pope is asking the state to pardon his crime. Jon talks with him and his attorney. Plus, see why even the victim's brother and sister say Pope never should have served a day in prison for killing his father.
Petition for Pardon, seg. 2
November 17, 2009, 5:30 PM
Nearly a decade has passed since 15-year-old Conan Pope picked up the rifle his father, Frank Pope, gave him and shot him to death. Now at 25, Conan Pope is asking the state to pardon his crime. Jon talks with him and his attorney. Plus, see why even the victim's brother and sister say Pope never should have served a day in prison for killing his father.
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