Lane Restricted along Decatur Boulevard

Submitted by Natalie Cullen, Online Editor

Tuesday, April 30th, 2013, 1:58pm

Lane restrictions are now in place along Decatur Boulevard between Harmon Avenue and Flamingo Road as crews with the Clark County Water Reclamation District conduct field survey work.

The work will go on from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. through at least Friday. The northbound lanes of Decatur Boulevard will be restricted.

Drivers are advised to find alternate routes and allow extra time when traveling in the area.

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Cimarron's Big Inning Flattens Gorman

Submitted by Adam Candee, 8 News NOW

Tuesday, April 30th, 2013, 11:35am

The Spartans put up 10 runs in an inning to cruise to the win.

Local teams haven’t had much success against Bishop Gorman’s baseball team in recent years, winning only six games by a combined total of 18 runs since the start of the 2009 season.

Read more at the Las Vegas Review-Journal

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Henderson Police Officer Fired After Destroying Vehicle

Submitted by 8 News NOW

Tuesday, April 30th, 2013, 10:59am

HENDERSON, Nev. -- An officer with Henderson Police Department's SWAT unit was fired Monday for "serious policy violations" after his police vehicle was totally destroyed.

Officer Justin Simo's police vehicle caught fire on Feb. 28. According to a statement released by Henderson Police Chief Patrick Moers, the fire resulted from serious policy violations.

"I must have confidence that our officers will follow all policies and procedures designed to protect city property from avoidable damage, and that ensure officer safety and the safety of the public."

A witness told police, the tire blew out on the vehicle and the officer continued to drive for more than a mile causing the sparks from the tire rim to catch the SUV on fire.

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Driving You Crazy: Sinkhole on Roy Horn Way

Submitted by 8 News NOW

Tuesday, April 30th, 2013, 10:41am

LAS VEGAS - Drivers are concerned about a sinkhole that has developed on Roy Horn Way near Decatur Boulevard. If a driver veers right, he or she will run right into the sinkhole.

It's happened before. In summer 2010, a woman's car landed in six-foot-wide sinkhole at Desert Inn Road and Nellis Boulevard. What was a solid road became a huge sinkhole, due to a pipe that was leaking 18 feet below ground.

The sinkhole on Roy Horn Way stretches a few feet underground. Unlike potholes which start above ground, sinkholes start below ground. Erosion occurs, water pools and the ground below the road becomes compromised and can suddenly collapse.

Crews blocked the Roy Horn Way sinkhole with just a few rocks – which are not enough to prevent drivers from rolling into it.

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One Dead in Crash Near Mountain Springs

Submitted by 8 News NOW

Monday, April 29th, 2013, 12:33pm

MOUNTAIN SPRINGS -- One person was killed in a three-vehicle crash near Mountain Springs Sunday evening.

Nevada Highway Patrol confirms a car struck a motorcycle on State Route 160, just outside of Mountain Springs. A separate car then also crashed into the bike.

The man on the motorcycle, believed to be in his 30's, was confirmed dead on the scene. The driver of the first car, a woman in her 70's, was airlifted to a local hospital.

Both northbound and southbound lanes in the area were shut down for a time so the helicopter could land.

None of the five people in the second car were injured.

It's not yet clear who was at fault.

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Animal Foundations 10th Annual 'Best in Show'

Submitted by 8 News NOW

Monday, April 29th, 2013, 12:12pm

LAS VEGAS -- The Animal Foundation's 10th Best in Show dog show placed dozens of canine's into loving homes Sunday.

It's The Animal Foundation's biggest fundraiser of the year and helps to raise awareness about pet overpopulation. Our very own Denise Valdez has emceed the event for the last 6 years.

Dogs of every age and breed can be a star at this show. Dazzled spectators bid on the one's they just have to take home. It's a big day for these pooches, and it begins backstage.

"We've got some great volunteers taking them for walks and breaks outside," said the Director of Operations at the Animal Foundation Carly Scholten. "They get to have little water breaks when they need it. Otherwise, they're just relaxing and waiting for their 5 minutes of fame."

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Driving You Crazy: Desert Inn and Jones Traffic

Submitted by 8 News NOW

Monday, April 29th, 2013, 12:11pm

LAS VEGAS - Viewers say the area near Desert Inn Road and Jones Boulevard is experiencing some of the worst driving in town. Desert Inn is down to one lane, and many motorists are driving recklessly.

Police are aware of the problem. Metro Police officials confirmed last week they are stepping up enforcement in the area.

Desert Inn is down to one lane due to a sewer rehabilitation project. Crews are replacing manholes and sewer lines. They are also working on nearby smaller streets such as Bronco Street and Edna Avenue.

Westbound Desert Inn is down to one lane weekdays from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., so it does affect peak travel times. Motorists trying to drop off their kids at nearby Las Vegas Day School can confirm that.

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