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The head of a state watchdog agency is alleging Gov. Joe Lombardo improperly used his uniform and badge while as Clark County Sheriff to campaign for governor and is recommending the largest fine in state history for the alleged ethics violations.


The Nevada Broadcasters Association and Foundation awarded a small group of college students majoring in journalism full scholarships.

The Veteran Benefits Guide announced Monday that they have chosen eight students to be recipients of Public Education Foundation scholarships.
An emotional reunion took place at UNLV's commencement ceremony. Enlisted U.S. Navy service member Douglas Hernandez made a 30-hour trip from his station overseas to surprise his daughter Pamela as she walked the stage to receive her degree.
How often are you getting scammed by boardwalk games? We investigated. No, really.


A graduation ceremony is one of the proudest moments in a person’s life, and most students can’t wait to share it with their family members. If a special loved one isn’t there, it can take some of the shine off the day. However, when a parent is in the military, it’s not always a given that they can attend every big family event.

She may be a college graduate, but you can still surprise her. Pamela Hernandez is used to her military dad, Douglas Hernandez, not being able to make milestone events, so she got the shock of her life when he attended her college graduation on May 12.
Alzheimer’s is a progressive brain disease that causes a decline in memory, thinking, learning and organization skills over time. Inevitably, it affects a person’s ability to carry out essential daily activities. The disease is historically believed to be caused by an abnormal build-up of tau and beta-amyloid proteins in the brain which cause cells to die. This results in the formation of larger masses called plaques.

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