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• Where Obama stands on the Syria, Russia conflict

  02-10-2015 23:20 via reviewjournal.com
  
  President Barack Obama said he would not turn the Syrian civil war into a "proxy war" between the United States and Russia as the two countries launch air strikes on different opponents of President Bashar Al-Assad's government.
  
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• Multi-state investigation expected into massive Experian data breach

  02-10-2015 23:12 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey said on Friday she expects a multi-state probe will be launched into the breach at Experian Plc that compromised data of some 15 million people who sought to open accounts with T-Mobile US Inc.
  
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• Obama's pushing for more gun laws after deadly Oregon shooting

  02-10-2015 22:55 via reviewjournal.com
  
  President Barack Obama once again called for more gun laws on Friday, pleading for increased regulation after a deadly mass shooting on an Oregon college campus.
  
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• Pope held private meeting with same-sex couple in US

  02-10-2015 21:33 via reviewjournal.com
  
  The day before Pope Francis met anti-gay county clerk Kim Davis in Washington last week, he held a private meeting with a longtime friend from Argentina who has been in a same-sex relationship for 19 years.
  
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• Outbreak infects 400 people in Washoe County schools

  02-10-2015 21:19
  
  RENO — An outbreak of gastrointestinal illness has sickened nearly 400 people at 10 Washoe County public schools and several day care centers. The Reno Gazette-Journal reports that county health officials reported Thursday that they are working with schools and day care centers to document and contain the outbreak. Sick students and faculty have been warned to stay home, and the affected facilities are following health district guidelines. The county dealt with another outbreak in 2012 whe
  
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• Zuckerberg's request to have charges from neighbor dismissed refused by judge

  02-10-2015 21:01 via reviewjournal.com
  
  A California state judge has refused Mark Zuckerberg's request to dismiss fraud charges that his neighbor brought against him.
  
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• Russian airstrikes outside of IS areas angers US, allies

  02-10-2015 20:56 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Russia bombed Syria for a third day on Friday, mainly hitting areas held by rival insurgent groups rather than the Islamic State fighters it said it was targeting and drawing an increasingly angry response from the West.
  
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• Killer accidentally released from Louisiana jail captured in Georgia

  02-10-2015 20:38 via reviewjournal.com
  
  A killer who was accidentally released from jail last week in Louisiana has been captured in Georgia, the U.S. Marshals Service said on Friday.
  
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• Triathlon to invade Lake Mead, Henderson on Sunday

  02-10-2015 19:59 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Motorists in Henderson should be wary of bicyclists and runners competing in the grueling Ironman 70.3 Silverman triathlon race on Sunday morning.
  
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• UNLV vs. UNR — which one is Nevada's school?

  02-10-2015 18:14 via reviewjournal.com
  
  When UNLV head football coach Tony Sanchez referred to the Rebels’ in-state rivals as the “University of Reno, Nevada” at Tuesday’s press conference, it was perhaps a surprising remark from a coach just four games into his college coaching career.
  
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• Guatemalan mudslide leaves 2 dead, hundreds missing

  02-10-2015 18:09 via reviewjournal.com
  
  At least two people died and about 200 are missing after a massive mudslide in Guatemala buried homes in a town on the edge of the capital, authorities said on Friday.
  
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• Death toll in Guatemala landslide rises to 26

  02-10-2015 18:09 via reviewjournal.com
  
  The death toll from a landslide in Guatemala on Thursday night has risen to at least 26 people, a spokesman for fire services said on Friday.
  
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• 9 dead, hundreds missing after Guatemalan mudslide

  02-10-2015 18:09 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Hundreds of rescue workers dug through sludge and rock on Friday looking for survivors of a massive mudslide in Guatemala that killed at least nine people and left as many as 600 missing, burying homes in a town on the edge of the capital.
  
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• US Education Secretary Arne Duncan resigns

  02-10-2015 17:50 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Education Secretary Arne Duncan will step down in December, an administration official said Friday.
  
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• Woman dead, man barricaded inside SE valley home

  02-10-2015 17:33 via reviewjournal.com
  
  One woman is dead and a man is barricaded inside a southeast valley home in a standoff with Las Vegas police Friday morning.
  
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• Person barricaded inside home in southeast valley

  02-10-2015 17:33 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Las Vegas police are dealing with a person who they say is barricaded inside a home in southeast Las Vegas on Friday morning.
  
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• 3 dead after shooting, standoff in SE valley

  02-10-2015 17:33 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Three people are dead after a shooting that led to a barricade in a southeast valley neighborhood Friday morning, according to Las Vegas police.
  
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• 1 child, 2 adults dead after shooting, standoff in south valley

  02-10-2015 17:33 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Three people are dead, including a child, after a shooting that led to a barricade in a south valley neighborhood Friday morning, according to Las Vegas police.
  
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• No active shooter on Virginia campus despite school warning

  02-10-2015 16:56 via reviewjournal.com
  
  A possible armed person is on the Virginia Commonwealth University campus in Richmond, the school said on Friday in an alert message on its website.
  
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• Sheriff refuses to identify suspect in Oregon college shooting

  02-10-2015 16:31 via reviewjournal.com
  
  The Oregon sheriff investigating the execution-style killing of at least nine people in a college classroom refused to identify the suspect on Friday, saying he wanted to deny the shooter notoriety, the ultimate prize he sought in the bloodshed.
  
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• Sheriff does not know gunman's connection with college

  02-10-2015 16:31 via reviewjournal.com
  
  The Oregon sheriff investigating the mass shooting that killed nine people at a U.S. college campus took the unusual step of refusing to publicly identify the suspect, insisting on Friday he would do nothing to glorify the gunman or his cause.
  
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• Military vet prevented Oregon shooter from killing more people

  02-10-2015 16:31 via reviewjournal.com
  
  The gunman who went on a deadly rampage at an Oregon college was well armed and equipped with extra ammunition, authorities said on Friday, and he may have killed more people if not for the heroism of a military veteran in an adjoining classroom.
  
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• Hospitalized Oregon shooting victims in stable condition

  02-10-2015 16:31 via reviewjournal.com
  
  The Oregon sheriff investigating the mass shooting that killed nine people at a U.S. college campus took the unusual step of refusing to publicly identify the suspect, insisting on Friday he would do nothing to glorify the gunman or his cause.
  
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• Hurricane Joaquin not expected to be major threat to East Coast

  02-10-2015 15:37 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Hurricane Joaquin pounded the Bahamas for a second day with powerful winds and waves on Friday, but it was not expected to be a major threat to the U.S. East Coast, the U.S. National Hurricane Center (NHC) said.
  
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• Coast Guard searching for ship with 33 aboard caught in Hurricane Joaquin

  02-10-2015 15:37 via reviewjournal.com
  
  The U.S. Coast Guard said on Friday it was conducting a search and rescue operation for a 735-foot cargo ship with 33 crew aboard, reported to be caught in Hurricane Joaquin near Crooked Island, Bahamas.
  
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• Emergency Preparedness in Carson City

  02-10-2015 08:55
  
  Stephanie Hicks, Director of Grants and Hazard Mitigation Planning for R.O. Anderson, addresses a group at the Carson City Fire Station Thursday afternoon during a Hazard Mitigation Planning workshop to address emergency management preparedness and response to natural hazards.…
  
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• Carson City Planning Commission approves housing project, apartment complex

  02-10-2015 08:55
  
  Carson City’s Planning Commission has approved a 41 unit housing project and a 90 unit apartment complex for different locations in the city.Approval for the planned unit development (PUD) with the more than 40 single family dwelling units came Wednesday night on a request from Project One, which has proposed it for 3.66 acres at 250 Eagle Station Lane. The proposal was approved 7-0 by commissioners, according to Susan Dorr Pansky, city planning manager.The request included need for action
  
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• Carson City Board of Supervisors juggle fire & ice

  02-10-2015 08:55
  
  Fire and ice, in the guise of energy and snowpack, captured the attention of Carson City’s Board of Supervisors Thursday.The board approved an energy-savings audit pact with an engineering consultant company and heard a report on water issues, including drought and lack of snow, in another agenda item.Board members voted without dissent to approve a $76,000 performance contract with Ameresco, Inc., to provide financial grade energy auditing services for city government, embarking the city
  
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• Thinking pink in Carson City

  02-10-2015 08:47
  
  Carson-Tahoe Cancer Center Director Annie Millard of Minden sells raffle tickets Thursday evening at Red’s Old 395 Grill in Carson City. Carson-Tahoe Health employees kicked off the 14th annual Think Pink breast cancer awareness campaign.…
  
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• Pack players want to retain Fremont Cannon

  02-10-2015 08:47
  
  RENO — The UNLV Rebels are willing to give the shirt off their back to bring the Fremont Cannon back to Las Vegas.“At our first team meeting this week I told everyone, ‘Nobody wears blue this week. We don’t want to see it,” said Rebels head coach Tony Sanchez, referring to the primary color of the Nevada Wolf Pack. “One of our offensive linemen (Will Kreitler) and our special teams coordinator (Andy LaRussa) both were wearing blue shirts and they immediately
  
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• Nevada Appeal at 150: Oct. 4, 1915: Seismic controls have merry time

  02-10-2015 08:47
  
  Editor’s note: At an estimated 7.1 magnitude, one of the strongest earthquakes in Nevada history shook Pleasant Valley, some 40 miles south of Winnemucca, and surrounding areas in north-central Nevada on Oct. 2, 1915. Although its epicenter was in a remote location, damage was reported to adobe structures as well as mine foundations, ranches and mine tunnels. No fatalities were reported, but aftershocks were felt throughout Northern Nevada. Oct. 4, 1915: Seismic controls have merry timeThe
  
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• Dust Devils are seeking first points of season

  02-10-2015 08:47
  
  It’s been a tough season for Dayton and Lowry as each squad seeks its first victory on the year at 7 p.m. today in Winnemucca.For Dayton, the challenge is more than a first win — the Dust Devils (0-5, 0-4) still seek an elusive first point.Injuries on the offensive line stunted the team’s transition into first-year coach Tom Eck’s triple-option offense. Getting around the corner for Dayton’s signal callers — holding the ball long enough to pitch to slotbacks a
  
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• Oregon shooter described as shy and skittish

  02-10-2015 08:38 via reviewjournal.com
  
  The man killed by police on Thursday after he fatally shot nine people at a community college in southern Oregon was a nervy 26-year-old who lived close to the campus and described himself as shy, according to neighbors, media and online reports.
  
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• Major shootings in the United States

  02-10-2015 06:08 via reviewjournal.com
  
  The fatal shootings at an Oregon community college on Thursday were the latest of many deadly rampages in the United States. Below are some of the worst shooting incidents in recent years, ranked by the number of dead, including the shooter:
  
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• Resident concerns often initiate traffic studies

  02-10-2015 04:30 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Residents near Buffalo Drive and Badura Avenue have long had concerns about the intersection. Turning left onto Buffalo is impossible according to resident Judy Pleshe.
  
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• Virginia executes serial killer who claimed mental disability

  02-10-2015 04:28 via reviewjournal.com
  
  RICHMOND, Va — Virginia on Thursday put to death a convicted serial killer who claimed mental disability in the U.S. state's first execution in almost three years.
  
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• Virginia executes serial killer by lethal injection

  02-10-2015 04:28 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Convicted Virginia serial killer Alfredo Prieto was executed by lethal injection on Thursday night, the Washington Post and ABC News reported.
  
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• Flu season, clinics under way; shots Friday

  02-10-2015 04:15
  
  This week marks the official start of flu season, Carson City Health and Human Services (HHS) reports, and a series of vaccination clinics begin Friday.From 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Carson City Senior Center, influenza vaccine will be available Friday, according to an HHS news release. The senior center is located at 911 Beverly Dr. and the vaccine clinic reportedly is at the rear entrance. On Thursday, Nov. 5, flu vaccine will be available at Fire Station 52, 2600 College Parkway, from 3-6 p
  
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• Sandoval tour brings attention to Nevada's treasures

  02-10-2015 04:12 via reviewjournal.com
  
  CARSON CITY — Gov. Brian Sandoval embarked on a major Nevada road trip this week, looking to cover more than 1,100 miles as he visits nine state parks and travels through 14 counties as part of a "Discover Your Nevada" tour.
  
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• Here's Obama's response to the Oregon college shooting — VIDEO

  02-10-2015 03:59 via reviewjournal.com
  
  President Barack Obama offered words of comfort Thursday night to families of those slain in the Oregon college shooting. "This means there are more American families -- moms, dads, children -- whose lives have been changed forever," Obama said from the White House briefing room.
  
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• Angry Obama responds to Oregon college shooting — VIDEO

  02-10-2015 03:59 via reviewjournal.com
  
  President Barack Obama on Thursday angrily said America had made a "political choice" to allow mass shootings like the one in Oregon to occur and blasted the National Rifle Association lobby group for blocking reform of U.S. gun laws.
  
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• Change comes slowly in casino industry

  02-10-2015 03:39 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Wednesday's column on a casino-themed anti-smoking protest outside the G2E convention at the Sands Expo Center was enjoyed by all.
  
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• Reno man sent to prison for dog torture, mutilation

  02-10-2015 03:20 via reviewjournal.com
  
  RENO — A Reno man who pleaded no contest to torturing and mutilating dogs in a motel room was sentenced Thursday to 28 years in prison.
  
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• Week of Respect showcases anti-bullying push

  02-10-2015 03:10 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Students across the Clark County School District this week have signed pledges against bullying, created public service announcements to encourage their peers to stand up to bullies and popped balloons with intolerant words written on them to "stomp out bullying."
  
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• School police sergeant faces DUI, battery charges

  02-10-2015 03:09 via reviewjournal.com
  
  A 20-year veteran of the Clark County School District police was arrested last month in connection with multiple charges — including DUI and battery — after causing a late-night collision that escalated into a fight.
  
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• Downtown master plan meeting elicits ideas on transit, housing

  02-10-2015 03:01 via reviewjournal.com
  
  The residents came with ideas about downtown Las Vegas. Aleta Dupree, who doesn't own a car, thinks downtown needs better transportation resources.
  
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• $3.5 million grant awarded for veterans cemetery face-lift

  02-10-2015 02:50 via reviewjournal.com
  
  CARSON CITY — The Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Boulder City will be getting a face-lift, thanks to a $3.5 million grant from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
  
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• Locals get first look at plans for I-15-Tropicana Avenue intersection

  02-10-2015 02:40 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Southern Nevada residents should be just catching their breath after enduring the huge Project Neon program sometime after 2020 when the next big Interstate 15 freeway work gets underway.
  
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• Saturday race to traverse historic Flume Trail

  02-10-2015 02:39
  
  The second annual Lake Tahoe Flume Trail Fall Classic Half Marathon, a point-to-point race from Spooner State Park to Tunnel Creek Station, will be Saturday. “You’ll have spectacular views,” said organizer Kevin Bigley, owner of Ascent Physical Therapy. “It’s a world-famous trail for a reason.”The race, one of several sponsored by Ascent Runs, will begin at Spooner State Park and climb up to Marlette Lake. From there, runners will complete about a mile loop a
  
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• Carson City judge blocks Muth anti-tax hike petition

  02-10-2015 02:39
  Chuck Muth’s petition to have voters repeal the legislature’s tax package was blocked on Thursday by Carson District Judge Todd Russell.After a 40-minute hearing Muth and his counsel failed to even attend, Russell ruled the tax petition violates the law both because it lacks a “description of effect” and contains multiple subjects in violation of state law.“The description of effect — there isn’t any description of effect,” said Russell. “It
  
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