Rancho smacked four home runs on Saturday
to beat two-time defending state champion Basic, 16-4. The Rams took advantage of five errors to score seven unearned runs. Layton Walls hit a solo homer to kick off Rancho’s eight-run second inning. Jimmy Gamboa went the distance, allowing 3 ER to pick up the victory.
He threw first-pitch strikes to 21 of 22 batters. Rancho now is 8-1 in the Sunrise League, a game ahead of second-place Basic.
An idea to bring the women’s Sweet 16 basketball tournament to Las Vegas is still alive. Former UNLV athletic director and men’s NCAA Tournament chairman Jim Livengood has been working on the concept. Livengood’s idea: To play all four NCAA women’s regionals in Las Vegas at the same time. This year’s women’s Final Four was exciting and was played in front of sellout crowds. The four regionals attracted only modest turnouts. The NCAA currently has a rule prohibiting championship events from being played in Las Vegas.
Basic softball beat Coronado on Thursday, 4-3 for the first time since 2012. Shelby Basso pitched a complete game, allowing three runs, five hits and striking out eight. Mikayla Berg was 2-for-2 with a two RBIs, two runs and a walk. Basic went ahead 3-2 in the third, then after Coronado tied it in the fifth, regained the lead in the bottom half. Basic defeated Coronado ace Tatum Spangler, who threw a complete game, did not allow and earned run, and struck out 11. The win moved Basic to 8-0 in Sunrise League play with a 2.5-game cushion in first place.
City officials have big plans for Henderson. They envision a suburban utopia filled with plenty of open spaces, parks, community gardens and access to all modes of transportation. The city is projected to have 100,000 new residents in the next 20 years. Henderson is the second-largest city in Nevada, with an estimated population of more than 300,000.
Team USA has announced its official roster. USA managing director Jerry Colangelo announced the team. The team has called Las Vegas home since 2006 LeBron James will be back in Las Vegas for minicamp July 25-27. Look for other players such as Kevin Durant to practice at Mendenhall Center. The Spurs’ Gregg Popovich takes over as the new coach . Chris Paul and Team USA have won the past three Olympic golds.
A man died Friday morning after Las Vegas police shot him during a traffic stop. Officers were on their way to another call when they pulled over a vehicle for reckless driving. Police say the man was holding a gun when he got out of the vehicle, and at some point threw the gun to the ground. As officers told the man to put his hands up and stay away from the weapon, he got to his knees and grabbed it. The man was shot by police after he pointed the gun at officers.
The 51s will host their third annual Star Wars night on April 7. At most Tuesday home games, the 51s will play as the Reyes de Plata. On April 22, fans can bring their four-legged friends to Cashman for Bark in the Park. The 51s will be gone on July 4, but they will host a fireworks extravaganza the night before. Sept. 3 will be the final home game at Cashman Field.
The fashion show to benefit UMC’s pediatric unit was held March 22 at the Four Seasons hotel. The event was the Clark County Medical Society Alliance’s 17th annual fashion show fundraiser. They raised over $100,000 through a silent auction and ticket sales. Helpful additions to the pediatric unit will include parent care packages and treatment room additions. There were over 450 attendees who also participated in a silent auction. The fashion show featured over 25 looks provided by Diane Von Furstenburg with professional models flown in from the New York fashion house. DVF donated a portion of proceeds from the show’s online sales to UMC’s pediatric unit.
A warrant has been issued for the arrest of UFC superstar Conor McGregor by the New York Police Department after an incident at a media event at Barclays Center on Thursday. A spokesperson for the NYPD wouldn’t confirm or deny the claim. “We have no information on this matter at this time,” an officer in the public information office said. “We are currently investigating the situation.” The group was allegedly in search of Khabib Nurmagomedov, who is fighting Max Holloway in the main event of UFC 223 on Saturday. McGregor’s group can be seen on videos posted on social media throwing chairs and security barricades in the bowels of the arena.
NASCAR has released its 2019 Cup Series schedule. It is exactly the same as the 2018 schedule. Every race will be back on the same weekend. Las Vegas Motor Speedway’s two race dates are March 3 and Sept. 15. The September race will once again open the NASCAR playoffs. The only thing that changes in 2019 is the off weekend for Easter. NASCAR will announce its Xfinity Series and Truck Series schedules at a later date.
Maj. Stephen Del Bagno died Wednesday after a crash outside Las Vegas.
According to Nellis Air Force Base, his F-16 Fighting Falcon crashed over the Nevada Test and Training Range about 10:30 a.m.
The jet crashed during a routine training mission.
Brig. Gen. Jeannie Levitt, the commander of the 57th Wing at Nellis Air Force Base.
This is the second crash in less than a year for Nellis.
Another Air Force pilot was killed in September after a crash during a training mission.
Wednesday’s crash was the third U.S. military aircraft crash this week.
An Air Force Thunderbirds pilot died Wednesday after a crash outside Las Vegas. According to Nellis Air Force Base, his F-16 Fighting Falcon crashed over the Nevada Test and Training Range about 10:30 a.m. The jet crashed during a routine training mission. An investigation is being conducted into the cause of the mishap. This is the second crash in less than a year for Nellis. Another Air Force pilot was killed in September after a crash during a training mission. Wednesday’s crash was the third U.S. military aircraft crash this week.
WWE Hall of Famer Johnny Valiant Killed While Crossing Street Valiant, whose real name is Thomas Sullivan, was 71. According to police, Valiant was struck by a pickup truck early Wednesday morning while crossing a street in Ross Township, PA. Valiant was not using a crosswalk when he was hit. Ross Township Det. Brian Kohlhepp, to WPXI Valiant was part of The Valiant Brothers for years before retiring and becoming a manager for WWE stars like Hulk Hogan and The Destruction Crew. WWE and others tweeted condolences following the news of his death.
Police are investigating a Thursday morning crash involving a pedestrian and a vehicle in the east valley. The crash occurred around 5:30 a.m. and forced the closure of the intersection at Boulder Highway and Tropicana Avenue. Police said the intersection would be closed for “quite some time.”
1. Marilyn Monroe, known then as Norma Jeane, obtained her first divorce in Las Vegas at the age of 20 on September 13, 1946. 2. According to some biographers, Monroe lived at 604 S. 3rd Street for four months during the summer of 1946. The house has since been torn down and is now the site of a parking lot. 3. In 1954, Monroe almost married Joe DiMaggio in Las Vegas but the wedding was called off last minute. The wedding was to be held at the Hotel El Rancho Vegas which was located on the southwest corner of Sahara Avenue and Las Vegas Boulevard. 4. Las Vegas has at least one road dedicated to the star. Marilyn Monroe Avenue is located in east Las Vegas and intersects with Betty Davis Street and Cary Grant Court. 5. There are currently more than 20 Marilyn Monroe impersonators for hire in the Las Vegas Valley.
John Harper already has the best high jump in Nevada this year, but that’s not good enough for him. The Mojave senior cleared 6-10 on March 20, and the next-best jump in the state is 6-7. Only nine athletes in the country have done better than 6-10 this year, and he has his eyes on the national best of 7-3. He’s boosted Mojave’s athletic prestige, helping the football and basketball teams to the postseason. But track is where he makes a name for himself on a national level. And it’s hard not to consider him a favorite for the Class 3A state title.
The suspected drunken driver in the crash that killed three Las Vegas students in California has been released from police custody. Jail records show Bani Duarte was released from police custody Sunday morning. Duarte rear-ended a car full of teenagers stopped at a red light early Thursday morning, resulting in the death of three. She is accused of driving under the influence and vehicular manslaughter. A vigil was held Tuesday night at Centennial Hills High School to remember the teens.
An schoolteacher was arrested Tuesday morning on suspicion of driving under the influence after a crash near a North Las Vegas school. According to police, April Shepard struck two cars parked outside Tom Williams Elementary School. Police do not suspect she had been drinking alcohol, and are “waiting on the confirmation to what it was.” No injuries were reported, and no students were involved. She faces a misdemeanor charge of driving under the influence with accident. Shepard is the 12th district employee arrested this school year, according to Review-Journal records.
UNLV President Len Jessup announced Tuesday that he is leaving UNLV for a school in California. Jessup will serve as president of Claremont Graduate University in Claremont, California. The announcement came in a three-page letter to the campus community. “This is a bittersweet decision for both Kristi and me given the true love we have for UNLV and the enormous amount of love expressed over the past several weeks from thousands of colleagues and friends — both on and off campus,” Jessup said. His first day on the new job is July 1.
The Lights FC has had a special guest at training the last three weeks. Renae Cuellar, a member of the Mexican national team, has been practicing with the club. Cuellar is married to Lights midfielder Carlos Alvarez. The two don’t take it easy on each other in training though. Obviously I love her, I’m going to take care of her as much as possible but on the field if she’s not on my team, she’s my enemy. At the end of the day, that’s the way I see it and that’s the way we’re going to compete. She sees it the same way, let me tell you. If she could kick me, she’ll kick me. She won’t hold back.
A new Amazon warehouse could bring over 1,000 jobs to the Las Vegas Valley. Amazon executives are expected to announce plans Wednesday to build a 800,000-square-foot fulfillment center in North Las Vegas. The new warehouse is expected to be at a new industrial complex under construction near the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The new facility is expected to pack and ship small items such as books, toys and household items. Amazon says the company will offer “competitive” pay and “comprehensive benefits starting on day one.” “This is Amazon’s third facility in North Las Vegas,” Mayor John Lee said. “A repeat customer is the best kind of customer, because it’s a testament to the quality we’re putting out and the results they’ve had in North Las Vegas.”
Jay-Z Cried and Was ‘So Happy’ When Mother
Came Out On Netflix’s ‘My Next Guest Needs No Introduction,’ Jay-Z then wrote the song “Smile” from his latest album ‘4:44.’ Smile, 4:44 The Jay-Z episode will premiere on
Netflix on Apr. 6.
BREAKING: Active Shooter Reported at YouTube’s Headquarters There were multiple reports of an active shooter at the video platform’s campus in San Bruno, CA. YouTube has not commented on the situation while YouTube’s owner, Google, said it is “coordinating with authorities” and will provide more updates later. Reports confirmed the suspected shooter is a 30-year-old woman, Three of the victims have been wounded, but no fatalities have been reported.
Key Groups and Tee Times for the 2018 Masters Group 12, 10:42 a.m. EST Group 13, 10:53 a.m. EST Group 14, 11:04 a.m. EST Group 26, 1:27 p.m. EST Group 27, 1:38 p.m. EST Group 28, 1:49 p.m. EST Group 29, 2:00 p.m. EST The first round of The Masters begins on Thursday Apr. 5 at 8:30 a.m. EST.
Here are the 2018 Masters Odds, according to Jeff Sherman and the Westgate Las Vegas Superbook. Jordan Spieth, 10-1 Justin Thomas, 10-1 Dustin Johnson, 12-1 Tiger Woods, 12-1 Rory McIlroy, 12-1 Justin Rose, 12-1 Bubba Watson, 16-1 Phil Mickelson, 16-1 Rickie Fowler, 16-1 Jason Day, 16-1 The 2018 Masters begins on Thursday, April 5 on ESPN.
Did you know there is an underground house in Las Vegas? The home was originally built as a bomb shelter in 1978, and sits 26 feet below the surface. The midcentury-style home measures about 6,000 square feet, and features two bedrooms and three bathrooms. There’s a 6-foot-deep pool, a spa, a barbecue area, and a carpeted six-hole putting green. The Underground House has lighting that emulates different times of the day. And mountain and wilderness murals depict an outdoor setting. The home is accessed from a flight of stairs that’s part of a town home.
A man in his 50s was stabbed in the head early Thursday morning in downtown Las Vegas. The suspect is his girlfriend’s father. The man said he and his girlfriend were walking near the Golden Nugget when the incident occurred, around 5 a.m. The man and his girlfriend contacted casino security and he was taken to a hospital with a laceration to his head. Police are not sure of a motive and are looking for the suspect, whose age is unknown.
Trump Requests Private Arbitration in Stormy Daniels Lawsuit President Trump filed court papers to request that Daniels and him resolve the case privately. The adult film star was paid $130,000 to stay quiet about her affair with Trump. She sued Trump last month to break the nondisclosure agreement since Trump had never actually signed it. The new court filing requires that Daniels pursues any disagreement in arbitration.
Russia: Trump Invited Putin to Visit White House The White House confirmed that President Trump has discussed meeting with Vladimir Putin in the near future. The Kremlin’s foreign policy adviser, Yuri Ushakov, said the two men spoke on March 20 and Trump proposed a meeting. The phone call came before last week’s diplomatic explusions following the nerve attack on Russian double agent Sergei Skripal.
Michigan vs. Villanova: What You Need to Know for the NCAA National Title Game The game takes place inside the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas tonight. Tip-off will be 9:20 p.m. and you can catch the game on TBS, TNT and truTV. Fans can also stream the game on the NCAA website Multiple sports books have Villanova heading into the game as a 7-point favorite. Three-seed Michigan comes into the meeting off its 69-57 victory over Loyola-Chicago, meanwhile one-seed Villanova defeated Kansas 95-79. Villanova is competing for its second national championship in three seasons and third all-time, while only championship came in 1989.
