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• Man accused of ambushing Philadelphia cop charged with attempted murder

  09-01-2016 22:46 via reviewjournal.com
  
  A man claiming allegiance to Islamic State militants was charged on Saturday with attempted murder in the shooting of a Philadelphia police officer this week, the prosecutor said.
  
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• Two arrested in Las Vegas in connection with Pahrump casino shooting

  09-01-2016 22:06 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Two people have been arrested in connection with a shooting at a Pahrump casino which occurred just after midnight Saturday, police said.
  
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• 'Affluenza' teen's mom allegedly withdrew $30K before fleeing to Mexico

  09-01-2016 20:57 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Before Tonya Couch and her son fled to Mexico, she withdrew $30,000 from her account and told her husband he'll not be seeing them again, an arrest affidavit stated.
  
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• Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada traveling in style thanks to E.L. Wiegand Foundation grant

  09-01-2016 18:59
  
  The E. L. Wiegand Foundation presented a $70,000 grant to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada to replace the organization’s aging vans following a visit from Foundation President Kristen Avansino.“Last fall I decided to visit the Club unannounced,” Avansino said. “It was my first visit to the new facility since I had not been able to visit the Club’s Teen Center grand opening. I toured the building with Program Director Matt Sampson and was truly impressed
  
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• Valley expected to remain cool and dry for the coming week

  09-01-2016 18:53 via reviewjournal.com
  
  After a few days that saw some light rain in the valley, the rest of the weekend and coming week are expected to stay cool and dry.
  
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• Powerball jackpot reaches $900M ahead of tonight's drawing

  09-01-2016 17:51 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Powerball has set another record for the biggest jackpot ever.
  
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• Numbers for $950M Powerball jackpot: 32-16-19-57-34 (Powerball 13)

  09-01-2016 17:51 via reviewjournal.com
  
  The Powerball jackpot tonight reached $949.8 million, a record for the biggest jackpot ever. The biggest winning jackpot was in 2012 with a MegaMillions game that was worth $656 million.
  
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• No Powerball winner, jackpot soars to world-record $1.3 billion for Wednesday

  09-01-2016 17:51 via reviewjournal.com
  
  No one won tonight's Powerball jackpot, which was $949.8 million, a record for the biggest jackpot ever. The biggest winning jackpot was in 2012 with a MegaMillions game that was worth $656 million.
  
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• No Powerball winner, jackpot likely to reach world-record $1.3 billion Wednesday

  09-01-2016 17:51 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Lottery officials said there was no winner of Saturday's record $949.8 million jackpot in the multistate Powerball lottery. The next drawing, expected to establish another record payout of $1.3 billion, was slated for Wednesday.
  
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• Sons of 'El Chapo' threaten Mexican government on Twitter

  09-01-2016 17:30 via reviewjournal.com
  
  It didn't take long. Hours after drug kingpin Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman was captured by Mexican Special Forces, men reported to be his sons took to social media to threaten the Mexican government.
  
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• Woman struck, killed by RTC bus near Tropicana and Dean Martin

  09-01-2016 16:51 via reviewjournal.com
  
  A woman was struck and killed by a Regional Transportation Commission bus Saturday morning, Las Vegas Metropolitan police said.
  
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• Woman on sidewalk struck, killed by RTC bus that veered off road

  09-01-2016 16:51 via reviewjournal.com
  
  A woman walking on a sidewalk just west of the Strip early Saturday morning was struck and killed by a Regional Transportation Commission bus that veered off the road "for unknown reasons," Las Vegas police said.
  
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• Motorcyclist killed in early Saturday morning crash

  09-01-2016 16:31 via reviewjournal.com
  
  A man was killed after his motorcycle overturned at approximately 12:35 a.m. Saturday, Las Vegas Metropolitan police said in a release.
  
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• A Tour of Animatronic Tails and a Potemkin Village at International CES

  09-01-2016 12:30
  Las Vegas has a fake Statue of Liberty and a fake Eiffel Tower. So why not add a fake Twitter town for business meetings?
  
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• Student growth to affect district’s master plan for facilities

  09-01-2016 08:27
  
  For the first time in five years, the Carson City School District experienced an increase in students during the school year. Andrew Feuling, director of Fiscal Services for the district, shared the news during a five-year Master Plan Committee meeting Thursday at the Carson City School District office.Feuling said the district conducted a count of students enrolled in the district in September and December. The increase in students will affect future building space and zoning for the school di
  
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• Myers moves to Frontier Communications

  09-01-2016 08:27
  
  Jojo Myers, president of Dayton’s Chamber of Commerce and Northern Nevada Development Authority’s director of corporate development and special projects, is leaving those posts for another with Frontier Communications.“The opportunity had to be amazing,” said Myers, citing her love of economic development. She said it is and she begins Monday as Frontier’s area manager with offices in Gardnerville. The authority’s office is in Carson City.Myers said she was D
  
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• Horsing around in Carson City

  09-01-2016 08:27
  
  A band of horses was spotted in Carson City Friday morning, enjoying the sunshine, eating some plants, and rolling in the snow.The horses stayed around that area of Highway 50 and College Parkway for most of the morning while several people pulled over to take pictures and get a better look at the animals. While they may look harmless, Sheriff Ken Furlong said people need to use caution and not approach the animals.“People should stay away from them,” Furlong said. “People nee
  
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• Carson City Sheriff’s Office offering Citizens Academy

  09-01-2016 08:27
  
  The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is hosting a Citizens Academy this spring for anyone interested in learning more about the Sheriff’s Office.The Citizens Academy is an informative academy to show interested patrons how the Sheriff’s Office and Detention Center are managed and operated. The class will tour areas such as the detention center, Dispatch center and get to see a SWAT team demonstration. Each class will start with a question and answer session from Sheriff Ken Furlon
  
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• Tahoe storm could raise avalanche risk

  09-01-2016 08:19
  
  LAKE TAHOE — With another storm on the way, Sierra Avalanche Center forecasters are cautioning the threat of a backcountry slide may fluctuate over the weekend. Backcountry travelers should take caution. Wind-loaded slopes and loose storm slabs could once again become a concern.“Any time there’s going to be a storm, there’s going to be a chance for increasing avalanche danger,” Sierra center forecaster Steve Reynaud said Thursday. “Danger changes dramatically
  
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• Prep roundup: Carson girls fall against McQueen

  09-01-2016 08:19
  
  McQueen outscored Carson 14-4 in the fourth quarter, and that was the key to the Lancers’ 45-36 Northern Division I crossover game Friday night at Morse Burley Gym.The loss dropped Carson to 2-4. The Senators host Damonte Ranch Tuesday at 5:15 in their first Sierra League game of the season.Thanks to 10 points by Ivy Pembrook, Carson led 32-31 after three periods. A putback and 3-pointer by Melissa Glanzmann put Carson ahead entering the final eight minutes of action.The Lancers quickly t
  
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• Nevada Appeal at 150: Oct. 5, 1954: First atomic sub commissioned

  09-01-2016 08:19
  
  This continues the Appeal’s review of news stories and headlines during its Sesquicentennial year.…
  
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• Lake Tahoe skiing: Chairlift safety thrust into forefront after recent incidents

  09-01-2016 08:19
  
  TAHOE-TRUCKEE, Calif. — In a study spanning a decade, the National Ski Areas Association recently found that more than 90 percent of all falls from a chairlift were attributed to human error or medical conditions, while 2 percent were the result of mechanical or operator error. Simply put, practicing ski and snowboard safety is not only important when one is descending down the mountain; it’s essential when one is on his or her way up.Chairlift safety is an integral function of ski
  
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• Gas prices to decline this year, analysts predict

  09-01-2016 08:19
  
  A motor fuels price outlook predicts at least $17 billion less is going to be spent for gasoline this year than had been laid out to propel vehicles in 2015.The forecast came from GasBuddy.com of Gaitherburg, Md., showing a price sag for a fourth year. It should average $2.28 per gallon for this year, according to GasBuddy.com’s 2016 Fuel Price Outlook.“While there are always some unforeseeable surprises,” said Gregg Laskoski, a petroleum analyst for the website, “we&rsq
  
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• Carson High School hosting College Fair on Wednesday

  09-01-2016 08:19
  
  Carson High School is hosting a College Fair for students and families Wednesday.“The Real Life of College: Through the eyes of former CHS grads” will be a panel session led by nearly a dozen former Carson High students to answer any questions the community may have about college life. The students will provide insight for any situation from what to do with a bad roommate to what classes to take.The event is open to anyone in the community and is not limited to just families with ju
  
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• Carson City Reflections art contest seeks submissions

  09-01-2016 08:19
  
  The National Parent Teacher Association is holding its annual Reflections art contest for artistic Carson City students.The Reflections program looks to engage students and their families in arts education activities by encouraging students to explore the arts for fun and recognition.Students are welcome to submit entries in dance choreography, film production, literature, music composition, photography and visual arts and all grades and abilities are welcome.Students can win $50 for first plac
  
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• Carson City Library re-opens drive-up book drop

  09-01-2016 08:19
  
  Diane Baker, with the Carson City Library, and Justin Williams, with Carson City facilities and maintenance, check the newly installed drive-up book drop at the Carson City Library on Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2016. Access to the drop area is available again after the previous book drop was destroyed by a car accident in November.…
  
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• Carson boys take care of McQueen

  09-01-2016 08:19
  
  Make no mistake about it, the Carson Senators are the team to beat entering the meaty part of the season.The Senators won their 11th game of the year and swept the High Desert League portion of their schedule with a surprisingly easy 53-40 win over McQueen Friday night at Morse Burley Gym,Carson, 6-0 in league play, heads into the Sierra League portion of its schedule Tuesday night with a home game against Damonte Ranch. Tip-off is 7 p.m.“We have a bullseye on our back,” Carson coac
  
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• Breakdown of Nevada men’s basketball game at Air Force

  09-01-2016 08:19
  
  NEVADA (9-6, 1-2 MW) AT AIR FORCE (10-5, 1-1)When: Today, 11 a.m.Where: Clune Arena, Colorado Springs, Colo.TV-Radio: None/94.5 FMCoaches: Eric Musselman, 1st year, 9-6; Dave Pilipovich, 4th season, 56-60Last meeting: Air Force 75-70 on Feb. 25, 2015Probable starters (points, rebounds per game): NEVADA: F — Cameron Oliver (10.7, 6.9), Elijah Foster (2.4, 2.6); G - Marqueze Coleman (18.3, 4.1), Lindsey Drew (5.2, 4.1), D.J. Fenner (12.3, 4.9). AIR FORCE: F — Kyle Broekhuis (5.1, 3.4)
  
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• Las Vegas man arrested in connection to December stabbing

  09-01-2016 07:09 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Las Vegas police arrested a man Friday in connection to a fatal stabbing that happened in the east valley last month.
  
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• Conservationists worry about Gold Butte as feds keep their distance

  09-01-2016 06:15 via reviewjournal.com
  
  As far as some conservationists are concerned, Oregon isn't the only place under occupation.
  
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• Man with Alzheimer's missing near Chinatown

  09-01-2016 05:57 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Metro is looking for a man with early stage Alzheimer's disease who went missing Friday afternoon.
  
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• Long odds, long lines don't faze Powerball jackpot seekers near Las Vegas

  09-01-2016 05:33 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Elizabeth Watson woke up Friday feeling lucky, and good thing. The Las Vegan and her daughter Sandy Love planned to drive from Las Vegas to the Primm Valley Lotto Store for a shot at the record $800 million Powerball jackpot.
  
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• Inmate who walked away last week recaptured

  09-01-2016 03:44 via reviewjournal.com
  
  An inmate who walked away last week from the Pioche Conservation Camp in Lincoln County, north of Clark County, was found and recaptured Friday without incident.
  
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• Brothel owner to run for Reno state Senate seat as Libertarian

  09-01-2016 03:04 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Brothel owner Dennis Hof announced Friday he's running on the Libertarian ticket for outgoing Greg Brower's Reno state Senate seat.
  
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• Federal land sale fund growing again for Nevada

  09-01-2016 02:41 via reviewjournal.com
  
  A program that has generated $3.5 billion since 1998 for Nevada parks and trails, open spaces, forest fire prevention and hundreds of other projects is back after being hit hard by the Great Recession.
  
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• Teri’s Notebook: Controversial cartoon presented by teacher provides civics lesson

  09-01-2016 02:19
  
  A Dayton High School teacher has come under criticism this week over a controversial cartoon she included on her history final. The cartoon entitled “Tale of Two Hoods” depicted a police officer in a Ku Klux Klan hood pointing a gun at a young black boy who’s holding a bag of candy. In the background the Confederate flag appears behind a tear in the American flag. The teacher was placed on temporary leave Monday, her future with the school district unclear, after some parents
  
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• Moonlite Bunny Ranch Dennis Hof owner to run for state Senate

  09-01-2016 02:19
  
  Lyon County brothel owner Dennis Hof said Friday he will run for the state Senate seat being vacated by Greg Brower.Hof made the announcement at a Libertarian Party press conference in Las Vegas. Hof is the owner of the Moonlite Bunny Ranch just east of the Carson City line.Hof said he originally wanted to run for the U.S. Senate — a desire spawned by his ongoing battle with Harry Reid that started when Reid told Nevada lawmakers it was time to outlaw legal prostitution in 2011.He said he
  
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• Bundy: Protesters unwilling to leave occupied wildlife refuge just yet — PHOTOS

  09-01-2016 01:39 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Ammon Bundy says he respects Harney County Sheriff David Ward. So far, respect isn't translating into Bundy and his group of protesters and armed self-styled militiamen following Ward's request and ending their occupation at a national wildlife refuge in southeastern Oregon.
  
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• Bundy: Protesters unwilling to leave occupied wildlife refuge just yet

  09-01-2016 01:39 via reviewjournal.com
  
  Ammon Bundy says he respects Harney County Sheriff David Ward. So far, respect isn't translating into Bundy and his group of protesters and armed self-styled militiamen following Ward's request and ending their occupation at a national wildlife refuge in southeastern Oregon.
  
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• CES parent announces $100,000 in grants for Las Vegas initiatives

  09-01-2016 01:07 via reviewjournal.com
  
  The Consumer Technology Association, the nonprofit agency that staged this week's massive CES, an international consumer electronics show, said it will grant $100,000 to back partnerships and programs to benefit Southern Nevada.
  
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• Carson City Sheriff’s Office: Man arrested on suspicion of trespassing

  09-01-2016 00:51
  
  The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court.THURSDAYAt 10:40 a.m., a 44-year-old transient man was arrested on suspicion of petit larceny after deputies responded to reports of a man trying to take alcohol from the William Street Smith’s. Bail was set at $250. At 11:05 p.m., a 52-year-old transient man was arrested on suspicion of trespassing, and two counts of contempt of court after deputies responded to reports of
  
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• Rooftop solar workers laid off in wake of solar rate changes

  09-01-2016 00:35
  
  LAS VEGAS — As hundreds of rooftop solar company workers are laid off this week, Gov. Brian Sandoval is urging for cooler heads before the battle over a Nevada rate hike is settled. Both Sunrun and SolarCity have announced that they’re curbing sales and operations in Nevada because of the decision by the Public Utilities Commission to increase NV Energy bills for rooftop solar customers. SolarCity said Wednesday that it was laying off more than 550 employees, or about a quarter of it
  
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