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Driver In Custody After Deadly Las Vegas Crash
A deadly car crash in Las Vegas on Wednesday left three people dead and one in critical condition.
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I first began reporting in Southern Nevada in early 2016 as a reporter for the Desert Valley Times in Mesquite. I moved here from Oakland, Maine--my hometown of 6,000 people--after graduating from the University of Maine with a degree in journalism.
I've covered a number of issues and I received three first place awards at the 2017 Nevada Press Association Better Newspaper contest for Best Investigative Piece, Best News Feature, and Best Feature. I know the importance of community journalism and I'm excited to provide that to Las Vegas as the Local Editor for Patch Media.
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Accident Involving School Bus In North Las Vegas
A school bus was involved in a crash Wednesday afternoon, according to North Las Vegas police.
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Las Vegas Shooting Documents Obtained By Review-Journal
Documents obtained by the Las Vegas Review-Journal show what search warrants related to the Oct. 1 shooting hopes to yield.
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Bodycam Footage Shows Officer Involved Shooting
Bodycam footage shows the exchange between robbery suspect Richard Mitchell and LVMPD officers before the Dec. 9 officer involved shooting.
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Nevada Near The Bottom For Healthiest States
In a recent list of the healthiest states in America, Nevada came in near the bottom of the list. What can you do to improve your health?
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Las Vegas Shooting Causes Spike In Victims Of Crime Claims
The Las Vegas Review-Journal reported on Tuesday that the claims made stemming from the Oct. 1 shooting exceed all of last year's total.
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Hanukkah Celebration Tonight On Fremont Street
Mayor Carolyn Goodman will light the menorah on Fremont St. tonight.
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Las Vegas WNBA Team Named
The WNBA is coming to Las Vegas and the franchise has settled on a name and logo.
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Bundy Trial: Government Missteps Could Jeopardize Case
The judge presiding over the 2014 Bunkerville standoff trial said the government didn't provide information to the defense by deadline.
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What Is Nevada's Favorite Christmas Candy?
The holidays are here, and that means lots of food and treats. Check out which candy Nevadans prefer over all others around Christmas time.
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Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Officer Identified In Weeked OIS
The officer involved in a non-lethal shooting this weekend has been identified.
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Las Vegas Shooting: How Has Casino Security Changed?
The Oct. 1 shooting in Las Vegas raised questions about visitors' safety. This week, the Westgate Casino began a new security measure.
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Clark County Suing Opioid Manufacturers
Clark County District Attorney Steve Wolfson is filing a lawsuit against 23 opioid manufacturers and distributors.
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Las Vegas Flu Season: What You Need To Know
The Southern Nevada Health District marked the start of flu season on Oct. 1, 2017. Have you got your shot yet?
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Holiday Assistance In Las Vegas
A list of some organizations offering holiday assistance around the Las Vegas valley.
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Accident On Las Vegas Strip Kills Motorcyclists
A fatal collision involving three vehicles on the Las Vegas Strip killed a motorcyclists on Thursday.
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Las Vegas Shooting: Family Of Victim Suing Shooter's Estate
The family of a California woman killed in the Oct. 1 shooting on the Las Vegas Strip is suing the shooter's estate for $45 million.
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Las Vegas Community Healing Garden To Host Holiday Event
The Outside Las Vegas Foundation will hold a tree lighting ceremony on Dec. 9. at the Las Vegas Community Healing Garden
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Las Vegas Woman Shot Following Domestic Dispute
Metro police are looking for a suspect who shot a woman in the legs on Thursday morning, according to a KSNV report.
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Murder Suspect Caught On Surveillance, Metro Asks For Help
Metro police are seeking help in locating a murder suspect who shot and killed a man while fleeing on bicycle last week.
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