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Student chefs prepare for national test

Much like the contestants on Food Network shows such as “Chopped” or “Iron Chef,” the student chefs at the East Career and Technical Academy must prove themselves by preparing a mystery ingredient.

Radiation from Japan comes into Henderson

Tiny amounts of radiation from Japan’s damaged nuclear plant have shown up in Henderson, but scientists say the readings were far below levels that could pose any health risks.

Las Vegas man, 24, dies in early-morning crash

An early Sunday morning car crash near Mountain Vista Street and Flamingo Road killed a 24-year-old man and critically injured a passenger, Las Vegas police said.

Week in Review: Reporters’ Notebook

Humor can be dangerous on the campaign trail, and a joke Carolyn Goodman told Friday on a subject near and dear to many Las Vegans fell flat.

Week in Review: Top News

After getting UNLV’s basketball program singing again, Lon Kruger is headed to where the wind comes sweepin’ down the plain.

CEO of Nevada Cancer Institute resigns

Dr. John C. Ruckdeschel, director and CEO of the Nevada Cancer Institute, has stepped down from the post less than two years after taking the helm.

Valley’s high ties record for April 1

On Friday, the mercury topped 92 degrees; tying a high temperature of 92 degrees for April Fool’s Day set 25 years ago.

Strong winds coming into valley

The National Weather Service has issued a high wind watch for the Spring Mountains and the valley on Saturday afternoon and evening. Expect sustained winds from the southwest at 40 mph, with gusts at 60 mph or higher.