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Henderson man gets new trial in baby’s death

A Henderson man sentenced to 20 years to life in prison for the slaying of his girlfriend’s 6-week-old son will get a new trial, the Nevada Supreme Court said in an opinion issued Thursday.

Nevada federal judge nominee advances over surprise opposition

Nevada federal judge nominee Richard Boulware advanced in the U.S. Senate on Thursday despite surprise opposition from Republicans who questioned his experience and his ability to become impartial.

North Las Vegas hires new leisure services director

Former Henderson Parks and Recreation Director Mary Ellen Donner has been named neighborhood and leisure services director for the city of North Las Vegas.

Rave promoter Rotella banned from 2 downtown bars

In a low-key unanimous vote, rave promoter Pasquale Rotella, husband of Las Vegas celebrity Holly Madison, was told he cannot enter two bars on Fremont Street East because of pending criminal charges in Los Angeles.

Las Vegas trims fee incentive program for taverns, urban lounges

The city of Las Vegas decided Wednesday to reduce fee breaks for taverns and urban lounges that sell liquor in the Fremont East District, saying it’s time to start weaning businesses off the successful economic development program.

Ivanpah solar plant changes Nevada’s landscape

The Ivanpah Solar Electric Generating System, which covers approximately five square miles of federal land with 350,000 mirrors near the state line, opened Feb. 13 and is the largest solar power plant of its type on the planet.

Nevada Health Link shows 41,823 people have chosen health plan

Final numbers from the Silver State Health Insurance Exchange show a flurry of private plan selections in the last days of open enrollment. The exchange’s Nevada Health Link reported that 41,823 Nevadans had chosen a qualified health plan as of Tuesday.

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