Clark County students get Chromebooks for distance learning

Schools are handing out tens of thousands of the basic laptop computers and arranging internet connections for students who would otherwise be left in the lurch.

 
Simon Cowell has back surgery after electric bike accident

Simon Cowell underwent surgery to repair a broken back, the result of an electric bicycle accident, and was recovering at a hospital, a spokesperson said Sunday.

800 foster children receive school supplies at Las Vegas event

It usually includes free haircuts to students, food, a live DJ and even dental work. But with the coronavirus outbreak, operations had to be moved outside and contact had to be at a minimum.

 
Las Vegas pageant forced to reduce crowd size due to pandemic

Contestants at the Mrs. Nevada America Pageant were performing to an empty room Sunday night after being told by the city of Las Vegas that the crowd size did not comply with Gov. Steve Sisolak’s mandate.

Crater Lake in Oregon threatened by visitor surge amid pandemic

The clean, clear waters of Crater Lake National Park are being threatened by contamination brought in by visitors after the coronavirus pandemic spurred sharp cutbacks in park staffing.

3 takeaways from Aces’ win over New York Liberty

A’ja Wilson scored 31 points, including banking in a short jumper with 6.9 seconds left, as the Aces defeated the New York Liberty 78-76 on Sunday in Bradenton, Florida.

Georgia high school goes online after COVID infections reported

A Georgia high school plans to start the week with all classes shifting online after nine students and staff tested positive for the coronavirus when the school year opened last week with most students attending in-person.

Las Vegas resident Danielle Kang rallies to win LPGA event

Las Vegas resident Danielle Kang delivered a stunning rally mainly because of a collapse by Lydia Ko that was equally shocking to win the LPGA Tour event at Highland Meadows.

$10M ‘Flowing Hair’ 1794 US dollar set for auction in Vegas

The owner of a 1794 U.S. silver dollar said to be among the first ever minted and shown to be the most expensive ever sold is preparing to put the coin up for public auction in Las Vegas.

NFL countdown: Washington starts over with coach

Ron Rivera has had to deal with several off-field issues before his first training camp. The main question on the field is quarterback Dwayne Haskins.

Postal Service emerges as flash point heading into election

The success of the 2020 presidential election could hinge on a most unlikely government agency: the U.S. Postal Service. Current signs are not promising.

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