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• School buses collide, EMTs called for medically fragile student

  24-04-2015 23:41 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Two Clark County School District buses crashed Friday afternoon in the northwest valley, Las Vegas police said. There were no injuries, but paramedics were called as a precaution because the sole student on board from Centennial High School is “medically fragile,” CCSD spokesman David Roddy said.
  
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• 2 school buses crash, EMTs called for medically fragile student

  24-04-2015 23:41 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Two Clark County School District buses crashed Friday afternoon in the northwest valley, Las Vegas police said.
  
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• Wedding tourism in Las Vegas ‘is in trouble’

  24-04-2015 23:25 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Las Vegas is losing ground as the “wedding capital of the world” as more destinations around the globe try to tap into the business of love and money.
  
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• Cop says ramming armed suspect was the ‘right thing’ to do

  24-04-2015 22:48 via reviewjournal.com
  
  In a newly released interview, the Arizona police officer who made a split-second decision to run over an armed suspect with his patrol car, says from his seat, he only had two options and he chose the best one.
  
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• Wounded vets say fraternity members disrespected them at Fla. retreat

  24-04-2015 22:41 via reviewjournal.com
  
  The University of Florida and Emory University are investigating allegations that Zeta Beta Tau fraternity members disrespected wounded war veterans last weekend at Panama City Beach, Florida, by spitting, urinating and pouring beer on them.
  
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• 3 detained in stabbing near Strip

  24-04-2015 22:01 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Three people were detained after a stabbing near the Strip early Friday morning, Las Vegas police said.
  
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• Want to name Pluto’s craters and mountains?

  24-04-2015 21:54 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Now is your chance to help name part of Pluto and its companion Charon.
  
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• University cancels classes before protest over treatment of US flag

  24-04-2015 21:52 via reviewjournal.com
  
  A university in southern Georgia canceled classes on Friday before a rally expected to draw several thousand people angry over an American flag getting stepped on during a recent protest on campus.
  
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• Creech airman’s Mount Charleston death ruled suicide

  24-04-2015 21:46 via reviewjournal.com
  
  The death of a 37-year-old Creech Air Force Base airman whose body was found at Mount Charleston in early April has been ruled a suicide, according to the Clark County coroner’s office.
  
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• 90 arrests made in Seattle drug market sting

  24-04-2015 21:31 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Police said they had arrested more than 90 people in a four-month crackdown on the flourishing drug market in downtown Seattle.
  
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• Sierra Nevada issued winter weather advisory

  24-04-2015 21:27
  
  A winter weather advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service starting at 11 p.m. tonight for Sierra Nevada that could pose problems for motorists crossing the passes through Saturday afternoon.Snow could begin to accumulate above 6,000 feet , reaching 3-6 inches in the lower elevations and increasing to 6-12 inches above 7,000 feet, according to the advisory.Forecasters warn that snow could create slick and icy roads with the worst conditions lasting through late Saturday morning.T
  
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• Winter weather advisory issued for Sierra Nevada

  24-04-2015 20:38
  
  A winter weather advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service starting at 11 p.m. tonight for Sierra Nevada that could pose problems for motorists crossing the passes through Saturday afternoon.Snow could begin to accumulate above 6,000 feet , reaching 3-6 inches in the lower elevations and increasing to 6-12 inches above 7,000 feet, according to the advisory.Forecasters warn that snow could create slick and icy roads with the worst conditions lasting through late Saturday morning.T
  
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• Lake Tahoe trout relocation goes swimmingly amid low oxygen levels

  24-04-2015 20:38
  
  TAHOE CITY, Calif. — Onlookers could see the familiar sight of fish below Fanny Bridge briefly coming out of the water Tuesday — but this time, the trout weren’t jumping.Anglers, many with Trout Unlimited, were catching with rod and reel in an effort with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife to relocate the stranded fish to a more suitable habitat. “(The fish) are seriously a landmark of Tahoe City,” said David Lass, Trout Unlimited California field director. “People care
  
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• California trout season opening with low water, lots of fish

  24-04-2015 20:38
  
  Like a turkey before Thanksgiving, area trout have reason to be wary.The general California trout season opens an hour before sunrise Saturday, allowing fishing on most of the state’s lakes, rivers and streams.Lots of stocked fish and low water levels mean the fishing should be good this weekend and throughout much of the season, said California Department of Fish and Wildlife spokesman Andrew Hughan.“It’s a lot of fun,” Hughan said of opening day. “There’s several thousand fisherman
  
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• There’s liquid hot magma beneath Yellowstone

  24-04-2015 20:15 via reviewjournal.com
  
  As tourists stroll between Yellowstone’s 300 active geysers, taking selfies in front of thousands of bubbling, boiling mud pots and hissing steam vents, they are treading on one of the planet’s greatest time bombs.
  
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• Iranian-American files discrimination suit against UNLV dental school

  24-04-2015 20:12 via reviewjournal.com
  
  An Iranian-American woman who was suspended from UNLV’s dental school has filed a lawsuit that claims discrimination led to her discipline.
  
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• Free speech advocates oppose bill to weaken Nevada’s SLAPP law

  24-04-2015 19:56 via reviewjournal.com
  
  A bill that proponents say would bring balance to a law protecting the free speech rights of critics from punitive and meritless defamation lawsuits was opposed Friday by representatives of the press and other First Amendment advocates.
  
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• First Amendment advocates oppose bill to weaken SLAPP law

  24-04-2015 19:56 via reviewjournal.com
  
  A bill that proponents say would bring balance to a law protecting the free speech rights of critics from punitive and meritless defamation lawsuits was opposed Friday by representatives of the press and other First Amendment advocates.
  
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• Statue of Liberty evacuation lifted after bomb threat

  24-04-2015 19:36 via reviewjournal.com
  
  The Statue of Liberty was deemed safe on Friday after a bomb threat lead to a security sweep and the evacuation of hundreds of tourists from Liberty Island in New York Harbor, NBC’s local television affiliate reported, citing law enforcement sources.
  
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• Statue of Liberty evacuated over suspicious package

  24-04-2015 19:36 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Visitors to the Statue of Liberty were evacuated from Liberty Island in New York Harbor on Friday after a report of a suspicious package, the United States Park Police said, and law enforcement officials are investigating the site.
  
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• Statue of Liberty evacuated over safety concerns

  24-04-2015 19:36 via reviewjournal.com
  
  The Statue of Liberty and Liberty Island in New York Harbor were evacuated as a precaution on Friday due to safety concerns, a NBC television affiliate reported, citing the National Parks Service.
  
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• Education Notebook, April 30-May 6, 2015

  24-04-2015 19:00 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Education briefs from across the Las Vegas Valley
  
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• More winds forecast for Las Vegas weekend

  24-04-2015 18:43 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Another round of winds is expected in the Las Vegas Valley for the weekend, prompting a caution notice to construction workers by the Clark County Department of Air Quality.
  
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• Western Nevada College Student Veterans organizing walk in Carson City

  24-04-2015 18:31
  
  Western Nevada College Student Veterans is hosting a 1.3-mile walk up College Parkway at 10 a.m. may 2 to honor veterans who have suffered and veterans who have committed suicide. The walk will start at the intersection of N. Carson Street and West College Parkway and will finish at WNC’s main campus. Participants are asked to park and assemble in the parking area south of Bully’s, 3530 N. Carson St. Signs with phrases supporting veterans, such as “We will fight with you” and “It take
  
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• Partnership Carson City hosting prescription drug roundup Saturday

  24-04-2015 18:31
  
  Partnership Carson City is hosting a prescription drug roundup from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Save Mart Supermarkets and Smith’s grocery stores. Unused or expired and over-the-counter prescription drugs, prescription liquids, pet medications and syringes will be collected. Save Mart Supermarkets has three locations — 3620 N. Carson St.; 3325 Highway 50 E. and 4348 S. Carson St. Smith’s is at 599 E. William St. For more information, call 775-841-4730, or go to www.partnershipcarsoncity.
  
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• Kaia FIT offering free week of classes for women

  24-04-2015 18:31
  
  The women’s fitness program, Kaia FIT, is opening its doors to the community for a free week of classes.“Spring is a good time to start getting healthy for summer,” said owner Nikki Warren. “It’s spring cleaning for your body.”Starting Monday, women in Carson City and Minden/Gardnerville can drop in on any class that may interest them. Classes include cross training, TRX, running, cardio dance and a yoga and Pilates mix. “They can come for just one class or for the whole week,” W
  
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• Carson City Health & Human Services offering vaccination clinic for babies

  24-04-2015 18:31
  
  Carson City Health & Human Services, in partnership with Immunize Nevada, is holding a free Baby Expo & Vaccination Clinic from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday at 900 E. Long St. The event, geared for children ages 2 months to 6 years and their parents, is part of Nevada Infant Immunization Week. All recommended childhood vaccines will be available. Medicaid, Nevada Check-Up and most insurances will be accepted. There will be a sliding fee for anyone uninsured. Parents are asked to bring their children
  
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• Kevin Mcintire of Dayton dies after Saturday motorcycle accident near Virginia City

  24-04-2015 18:20
  
  A 62-year-old Dayton man died Thursday from injuries sustained during a motorcycle accident Saturday on State Route 341.The Nevada Highway Patrol reports that at 10:40 a.m. on Saturday troopers were dispatched to a two motorcycle serious injury accident that occurred on State Route 341 near Storey County, mile marker 7 — approximately 3 miles north of Virginia City.The preliminary crash investigation details indicate a 2012 white KTM Racer motorcycle ridden by 47-year-old Sean M. Labrie of Sp
  
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• Gov. Brian Sandoval is confident lawmakers will support education plans

  24-04-2015 18:20
  
  Gov. Brian Sandoval says he’s confident that the majority of his education proposals will make it through the Nevada Legislature. The popular Republican governor proposed a number of K-12 programs and expanded funding as part of his two-year, $7.3 billion budget, with more than $1 billion in new and extended taxes. The changes include adding teacher performance pay, creating tougher anti-bullying laws and holding back third-graders who don’t meet reading requirements. Sandoval says he’s c
  
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• Coroner identifies infant found dead Thursday

  24-04-2015 18:08 via reviewjournal.com
  
  The infant girl was found dead in bed by her father
  
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• Driver identified in one-car fatal accident

  24-04-2015 17:53 via reviewjournal.com
  
  The man was speeding in a 1992 BMW sedan when he lost control and crashed, splitting the car in two, police said.
  
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• Man who slept in room with body of dead woman held without bail

  24-04-2015 17:31 via reviewjournal.com
  
  A man who slept in the same room with the body of the woman he told Las Vegas police he killed was ordered held without bail Friday.
  
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• Stage collapses during Indiana school performance — VIDEO

  24-04-2015 16:19 via reviewjournal.com
  
  It was the final act of a high school show celebrating the history of rock ‘n’ roll, with the cast coming out on stage to jump, clap and sing along to Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believing.”
  
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• Woman shot during robbery attempt near UNLV

  24-04-2015 15:43 via reviewjournal.com
  
  A 24-year-old woman was critically injured in a shooting near UNLV early Friday morning, according to Las Vegas police.
  
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• They became running mates in Carson City

  24-04-2015 09:32
  
  The Donkey vs. Elephant Basketball Classic was held Thursday at Carson High’s Morse Burley Gym. Nevada’s Republican Legislators beat their Democratic counterparts 62-53.…
  
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• Eagle Valley LEGO Robotics team raising funds for LEGO championship

  24-04-2015 09:32
  
  The Eagle Valley Middle School LEGO Robotics team is hosting a fundraiser to help send it to the North American Championship for First LEGO League.The robotics team consists of 14 middle schoolers, split into two teams, who have been working all year to build a robot and create a research presentation to find a solution to the question: Find something that needs to be learned, and how to teach it.One team came up with a solution for teens to deal with stress, while the other worked out an app th
  
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• Clothing drive for Carson City’s Classy Seconds

  24-04-2015 09:32
  
  The District Attorney’s office is having a clothing drive and is collecting new and used business attire to donate to Classy Seconds to provide free business attire to individuals seeking to reenter the job market. Pictured Thursday at the Attorney General’s office in Carson City are some donated items that will be distribted to those in need.…
  
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• CHS able to ‘Holton’ on

  24-04-2015 09:32
  
  He picks up save as Carson upsets previously unbeaten DamonteTwo days after suffering an embarrassing 10-0 loss, Carson High’s baseball team showed its resiliency by pulling off the biggest upset of the Northern Division I season.Thanks to six strong innings on the mound by Bryce Moyle and the hitting of John Holton, Brandon Allen, Jace Keema and freshman Abel Carter, the Senators avenged their mercy rule loss to Damonte Ranch with a 7-6 win over the previously undefeated Mustangs Thursday nig
  
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• Carson City’s WNC baseball beats Eastern Utah

  24-04-2015 09:32
  
  An unfavorable late-afternoon forecast must have been the reason why the Western Nevada College Wildcats and Utah State University Eastern Golden Eagles completed their nine-inning nonconference baseball game in less than two hours on Thursday afternoon.“That was probably the fastest nine-inning game I’ve ever been a part of,” said WNC freshman outfielder Bradley Lewis after the Wildcats’ 3-0 victory at John L. Harvey Field. “We just wanted to play our game, win and get out before it
  
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• Carson City’s Owens Precision founder sells, retools

  24-04-2015 09:32
  
  Carson City’s Walt Owens founded the local machining company Owens Precision under a different name 37 years ago, but has been working in transition after selling his business.Owens, also a member of the city’s planning commission, said he does scouting/consulting work for Camwood Capital Group of Austin, Texas, the purchaser, and is laying groundwork for his next business called Baseline Consulting. Owens said he still has an office at the company he began almost four decades ago, and duri
  
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• California death row inmate dies of unknown causes

  24-04-2015 09:06 via reviewjournal.com
  
  A California inmate who spent 25 years on death row for the murder of a brain-damaged woman has died of unknown causes, making him the third condemned prisoner to die this year in a state that has not carried out an execution in nearly a decade.
  
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• Will Assembly serve the elite or the masses?

  24-04-2015 08:20 via reviewjournal.com
  
  It’s the Nevada Assembly’s turn to be the grown-ups in Carson City when it decides whether to gut the anti-SLAPP law, which is meant to deter lawsuits filed to punish and silence critical commentary and investigative journalism.
  
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• Metro investigates infant death

  24-04-2015 05:51 via reviewjournal.com
  
  An infant was found deceased in a southwest valley home Thursday afternoon, police said.
  
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• Rep. Joe Heck says he’s exploring a possible Senate bid

  24-04-2015 05:17
  
  LAS VEGAS — Nevada Republican Congressman Joe Heck says he’s talking with people about the possibility of running for the Senate in 2016. Heck told the Las Vegas Sun that he’s doing his “due diligence” to explore a bid for the seat currently held by Democratic Sen. Harry Reid. That’s a change from the past, when Heck has said he’s not interested in running. Reid announced last month that he would not seek a sixth term. Democratic former Nevada Attorney General Catherine Cortez Mas
  
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• Nevada Legislature: Fee increase for natural gas, oil wells gets broad support

  24-04-2015 05:17
  
  Conservation and business groups are supporting a Nevada bill that would increase registration fees on natural gas and oil wells. Nevada Division of Minerals chief Richard Perry presented SB44 to the Assembly Natural Resources Committee on Thursday. The measure passed unanimously out of the Senate earlier in April. Perry said the bill would repeal the state’s flat $200 permit fee on oil and gas wells and would instead set a sliding scale for wells based on depth, location and whether the well
  
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• Wolfson: Weak case, not politics, lead to pass on perjury charge

  24-04-2015 03:44 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Clark County District Attorney Steve Wolfson rejects charges that he went easy on a fellow Democrat who was indicted after Republican attorney general took up the case.
  
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• Nevada Legislature: Unions rally again as bills limiting bargaining advance

  24-04-2015 03:32
  
  Union members say they’re protesting for the third time this legislative session in hopes of keeping pressure on Nevada lawmakers to support pro-labor policies.The AFL-CIO organized simultaneous rallies Thursday afternoon in Las Vegas and Carson City. The events didn’t coincide with hearings on any particular issues, but the group is challenging bills that restrict collective bargaining, alter public employee pension plans and further limit the use of prevailing wages, which are a sort of mi
  
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• Judge in Colo. movie massacre case denies request for trial move

  24-04-2015 02:50 via reviewjournal.com
  
  The judge overseeing Colorado’s movie theater massacre case denied a request by lawyers for James Holmes to move his upcoming trial out of the county where he fatally shot 12 people, court papers showed on Thursday.
  
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• First responders return to site of fatal blaze to teach kids safety

  24-04-2015 02:49 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Firefighters and police officers went a second time to the Arcadia Palms Apartments on Thursday, but this time it was to educate. They talked to about 25 children about preventing fires.
  
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• Douglas County Sheriff’s Department looking for attempted Walmart theft suspect

  24-04-2015 02:44
  
  The Douglas County Sheriff’s Department is asking the public for help in locating a man accused of attempted theft. On March 18, at 7:03 p.m., a male suspect tried to leave the Topsy Way Walmart with various unpaid items in his cart. When security confronted him, he ran across the parking lot and got into a vehicle, he was last seen traveling south on Highway 395.The man is believed to be of Native American descent with black hair, wearing a blue long sleeve shirt and blue jeans. He is approxi
  
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