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Odds the Wolf Pack wins the Mountain West? 17-to-1

Jun 18, 2013 8:49 pm

If you want to bet on the Nevada football team winning the Mountain West this fall, you can and you'll get 17-to-1 odds through one off-shore sportsbook.

Reno-Tahoe's first IMAX theater to begin screening in 2014

Jun 18, 2013 8:09 pm

The Outlets at Legends and Galaxy Theatres officials announce the opening date of Reno-Tahoe's first IMAX theater on Tuesday during a groundbreaking ceremony at the retail center.

Hershey's track meet Saturday for kids

Jun 18, 2013 8:05 pm

The free program includes sprints, relays, long distance and field events, such as softball throw and standing long jump. Preregistration is required by Thursday at the Sparks Recreation Office, 98 Ri...

Baseball: San Jose sues MLB over A's proposed move

Jun 18, 2013 7:21 pm

SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) A Northern California city is suing Major League Baseball over the Oakland Athletics' pursuit of a new ballpark in the city.

MGM, AEG to develop 20K seat Las Vegas Strip arena

Jun 18, 2013 6:49 pm

LAS VEGAS (AP) Casino giant MGM Resorts International and entertainment company AEG say they've inked a deal to build a 20,000-seat Las Vegas Strip arena.

Chrysler expected to formally refuse Jeep recall

Jun 18, 2013 6:25 pm

DETROIT (AP) In one of the biggest-ever showdowns between an automaker and the government, Chrysler on Tuesday is expected to file papers explaining its refusal to recall 2.

Couples can now wed at Electric Daisy Carnival

Jun 18, 2013 6:06 pm

LAS VEGAS (AP) Finally, there's something for couples who'd rather have rave music than a string quartet at their wedding.

Wake-up call: Starbucks to post calorie counts

Jun 18, 2013 5:04 pm

NEW YORK (AP) Starbucks has a new way to wake up its customers: showing the calories in its drinks.

NSA director says plot against Wall Street foiled

Jun 18, 2013 4:27 pm

WASHINGTON (AP) The director of the National Security Agency said Tuesday the government's sweeping surveillance programs have foiled some 50 terrorist plots worldwide, including one directed at the ...

Firm seeks FAA OK for tall Vegas Strip thrill ride

Jun 18, 2013 3:46 pm

LAS VEGAS (AP) A developer is seeking federal approval for air space for a 650-foot-tall roller coaster on the Las Vegas Strip.