Read by 3 is a complicated issue

Holding back students has a mixed track record.

North Korea’s Kim Jong Un oversees missile firing drills

North Korean state media on Sunday showed leader Kim Jong Un observing live-fire drills of long-range multiple rocket launchers and what appeared to be a new short-range ballistic missile, a day after South Korea expressed concern that the launches were a violation of an inter-Korean agreement to cease all hostile acts.

Wyoming Sen. Mike Enzi won’t seek re-election in 2020

Wyoming Republican U.S. Sen. Mike Enzi announced Saturday that he will not run for a fifth term in 2020, costing the GOP a loyal conservative senator but likely not the seat.

Country House, a 65-1 long shot, wins Kentucky Derby via DQ

Maximum Security led the Kentucky Derby every step of the way except for the last one — into the winner’s circle. The colt became the first winner disqualified for interference in the Derby’s 145-year history, leading to an agonizing wait and an eventual stunning reversal that made 65-1 shot Country House the winner Saturday.

2nd person confirmed dead after Illinois plant explosion

An explosion and fire at an Illinois silicone factory claimed a second victim Saturday when an employee taken to a hospital after the blast died, a local coroner confirmed, and the official death toll is expected to rise to four as authorities suspended the search for two other bodies believed to be in the rubble.

Governor announces plan to legalize marijuana in Illinois

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker said Saturday he’s reached an agreement with key lawmakers on a plan to legalize recreational marijuana in the state starting next year.

Israel, under heavy rocket fire, hits Gaza targets; 6 killed

Palestinian militants on Saturday fired over 250 rockets into Israel, drawing dozens of retaliatory airstrikes on targets across the Gaza Strip in a round of heavy fighting that broke a month-long lull between the enemies. Six Palestinians, including a pregnant mother and her baby, were killed, while four Israelis were wounded.

Prosecutors refuse final meeting with Cohen as prison looms

Since mid-March, prosecutors in New York have rebuffed Michael Cohen’s repeated offers to provide more information about alleged wrongdoing by Donald Trump and other people in his orbit.

Tyrone Thompson, Nevada assemblyman, dies suddenly at 51

Assemblyman Tyrone Thompson, a champion for education and homelessness initiatives, died Saturday morning in Carson City. The North Las Vegas lawmaker took ill in the capital midweek. He was 51.

Give your home a fresh coat of paint

The exterior paint on most stucco homes in Southern Nevada is expected to last anywhere from 10 to 15 years before it starts breaking down.

Jeep enthusiasts unite for annual Big Bad Jeep Show

This past weekend, Jeep owners across the Las Vegas Valley flocked to Chapman Warm Springs for the sixth annual Big Bad Jeep Show. The family-friendly event featured live entertainment, free food, face painting for children, raffle prizes from contributing vendors and a blood drive.

Spray grapevines to control pests

Grapeleaf skeletonizer and grape flea beetle were found in the orchard during the last couple of days. These two pests damage grape leaves but few other plants.

Warm, sunny weekend forecast for Las Vegas

The warm and sunny weather will continue Sunday in the Las Vegas Valley, before a low pressure system brings cooler temperatures and possible rain next week, according to the National Weather Service.

Blazers go up 2-1 after 140-137 win in 4 OTs over Denver

The Portland Trail Blazers beat the Denver Nuggets 140-137 in a NBA postseason record-tying fourth overtime to take a 2-1 lead in the Western Conference semifinals.

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