walker has been working the story all day... and spoke with a number of people.. including bundy's family. he joins us live in the newsroom with the latest. ((patrick walker)) we've learned bundy was arrested on six federal charges... outlined in this 32-page criminal complaint filed in u-s district court. his arrest comes nearly 2 years after an armed standoff near his bunkerville ranch. ((patrick walker)) court sketches give us a glimpse inside a federal courtroom in portland... where bunkerville rancher cliven bundy faced a judge for the first time. his arrest... coming as a surprise to bundy's family. ((briana bundy/cliven bundy's daughter in law: "we've seen the charges -- they all seem pretty much like nonsense to us. but you know. that's about the only reaction we have.")) ((patrick walker)) this criminal complaint outlines six charges... including assault on a law enforcement officer and obstruction of justice. the federal government says bundy was the leader of an armed militia... that attempted to impound his cattle after years of allowing them to graze on federal land. we sat down with bundy in late as his sons were leading the armed occupation in oregon. ((january 29th/cliven bundy/arrested wednesday in oregon: "if they want to call me a terrorist, they can call me a terrorist, but i'll tell you one thing, i'm an american, and i believe in the constitution of the united states.")) ((patrick walker)) bundy's critics... including las vegas assemblyman elliot anderson.... say bundy's justification for the standoffs at bunkerville and burns, oregon... is flawed. ((assm. elliot anderson/(d) las vegas: "we don't get to decide what laws that we follow, and so it it was good to see the rule of law prevail.")) ((patrick walker)) bundy and his followers do not recognize the authority of the federal government. they believe in local and state control... and cliven and his sons have called for the return of federal land to the people. for that... also in oregon... says cliven did not intend on visiting burns during this trip. ((michele fiore/(r) las vegas: "cliven talked about flying into portland to go visit his sons, to figure out what to do." )) ((patrick walker)) now... with the occupation over... bundy now has to figure out what he will do next. ((patrick walker)) bundy is currently being held without bail in the multnomah county jail. he's scheduled to appear again for a detention hearing. denise... ((denise valdez)) the four others who were arrested today... what charges are they facing? ((patrick walker)) their first hearing is scheduled for tomorrow. they all face a federal felony charges of conspiracy to keep federal workers from doing their duties through force or intimidation. ((denise valdez)) the public will have a chance to comment on a new recommendatio n... ononthe rates rooftop solar customers will pay moving foward. commissioner david noble submitted a proposal this week... that would transition existing solar customers to new rates over a 12-year period. n-v energy had proposed the p- u-c allow existing net metering customers who installed solar before september 10th 2015... to keep the old... more favorable rates for 20 years. a hearing will take place tomorrow morning at 9:30. /// ((dave courvoisier)) > if you've you're gonna like what tedd florendo has in the forecast. < tedd florendo >another picture perfect day today with above average temperatures again. no record busting temps today. that was 79 degrees set back in 1971. today back to the 70's by afternoon and expecting another cool night tonight. ............................... .... regional temps still hot in los angeles and record breaking temps for sure in phoenix as well. cooler the farther north you go witgh flagstaff slightly warmer this afternoon. cold in the wasatch today. ............................... ...... travelers forecast showing warmer temps again tomorrow for phoenix and los angeles. those may be the places to go. and see how much colder it is than the midwest and east coast. ............................... ............. evening planner shows mild temps again this evening. clear to mostly clear skies this evening. now at 11, looking at a comfortable 58 degrees. ((dave courvoisier)) > democratic presidential candidates hilary clinton and bernie sanders are preparing to go head to head in another debate tonight in minnesota. heading into the showdown.... some are questioning how well sanders will do among minority voters. that comes as clinton received a boost today... with an endorsement from the black congressional caucus. more than a dozen members say they'll be campaigning for clinton in south carolina. but support for sanders remains strong... on primary night in new hampshire... he asked supporters to send him donations. he got more than 6 million dollars in just 24 hours./// ((dave courvoisier)) > the republican candidates are also keeping busy battling for votes in south carolina. during rallies this morning... marco rubio and jeb bush attacked donald trump for what billionaire with a commanding lead in the south. the next gop debate is scheduled for saturday./// ((dave courvoisier)) > the candidates will soon be shifting their focus to nevada... with the democratic caucus set for saturday... february 20-th. just a few days after... on the 23-rd... the republicans will have their turn./// ((dave courvoisier)) > we are your local election headquarters throughout the season... on air and online. we'll bring you the latest polling results as they happen... and you can get all the happenings on politics now... every sunday at 5-30./// ((denise valdez)) > the southern nevada health district has a new home. it moved from its main offices on valley view and meadows lane ... down to decatur and meadows lane. 8 news now reporter karen castro reports on the big move. ((diamond beal - parent: she's getting her shots so she can return to school.)) ((karen castro)) diamond beal is taking her 5- year-old daughter, serene, to get vaccinated at the southern nevada health district's main offices... now located on decatur and meadows lane. ((diamond beal - parent: i didn't know they had a new office but yeah, it's clean in there. the health district has purchased this former target for six and a half million dollars... and spent 12 million dollars more on renovations. the department was previously leasing its prior location. ((joe iser - chief health officer, southern nevada health district: i think the vast majority of employees are very happy, some aren't. there are still some glitches going on.)) ((karen castro)) employees moved in about a week ago... and while the building is open to the public, crews are still working on final details. all the departments are up and running, with the exception of the "family planning clinic", which is a new function at this location. ((joe iser - chief health officer, southern nevada health district: in the past we've only had that in east las vegas, at our facility out east and now we're going to have it in both facilities.)) ((karen castro)) in all, the health district is the valley... into this 110- thousand square foot building. ((joe iser - chief health officer, southern nevada health district: everything else that we had in the other three buildings which were at 330 south valley view, 400 shadow lane and 625 shadow lane all of those are up and functional.)) ((karen castro)) the emergency medical services, birth and death certificates, and food handler safety training cards... building. one roof... including immunization... where little serene was not very ((diamond beal - parent: she'll be all right though, the shots were fast so they got them done.)) ((karen castro)) karen castro, 8 news now. ((denise valdez)) the family planning clinic is set to open in april. the health district has extra space to expand at the new location, if funding is available./// ((dave courvoisier)) > just into our newsroom tonight... the oakland raiders have renewed their lease to stay in oakland for 2016... ending hopes to bring the team to las vegas for the time being. officials had been in talks with sheldon adleson surrounding a proposed stadium near unlv. the new contract could keep the team in california for 2 more years./// ((denise valdez)) > donning the glitzy costumes... one last time. ((dave courvoisier)) how a former jubilee showgirl is reflecting on the production... as the cast takes the stage at bally's for the last time tonight. ((denise valdez)) plus... valentine's day... on a budget. what the mob museum is offering locals this weekend... switch to centurylink prism tv, and get the same great channels cable gives you, without having to deal with cable. yes and? and...there's whole home dvr. plus tons of on demand options so you can watch whatever, whenever. yes and? why do you guys keep saying that? it's the first rule of improv. by saying "yes and," we accept the reality created by our comedy partners, paul. yes, right, i know. do you? feel like a hollywood insider ((voice over: "now, nevada's this is 8 news now at 5.")) > ((dave courvoisier)) > february 11 remains a somber day for unlv and las vegas... today marks one year since former runnin' rebels head coach jerry tarkanian died. "tark the shark" as he was known by many... spent 19 years as the head coach of the unlv men's basketball team... taking the runnin' rebels to the national championship two years in a row and winning in 19-90. he's also reached 7- hundred career wins, 2nd fastest... 5- hundred of them coming at unlv. in 2013... tarkanian was was inducted into fame./// ((denise valdez)) > it's a bittersweet, history making night in las vegas. the curtain is falling on one of the most well known shows in las vegas: "jubilee". we spoke to a former showgirl whose dedicated much of her life to the bally's production. " a pretty young lady said to me, oh i wish i could have brought my daughter to see jubilee and now she's never going to be able to see that type of show and it think that was the moment when i realized the reality of it ")) cindy tarte was a jubilee showgirl for 25 of the show's 35 years. it had all sorts of themes including patriotism, history, entertainment, old hollywood and more. the show even had the first african american line of dancers. scindy remembers the countless crystals... used on thier elaborate costumes and the comradery. but she says nothing beat being in the "entertainment capital of the world". ((cyndi tarte, former showgirl: " it was such a great opportunity, this is what i really liked to say, to do what i love to do, perform and be in a city like las vegas, be able to work all the time and enjoy the city at the same time " )) ((denise valdez)) cyndi, who was a lead dancer at one point, is headed to tonite's last show honoring it's rich history. a new show featuring showgirls is being considered./// ((weather toss)) < tedd florendo >staying nice this afternoon and evening with 70's by late day. some high clouds around but staying dry. winds remain calm at least for the las vegas valley and we're slightly warmer than yesterday at this time. we did not reach the record yesterday but we could come close tomorrow ............................... .......... over the valley with the warmer temps over to the eastside where we're lower in elevation and slightly milder. cool up in mount charleston and mild in the northwest part of the valley and foothills. ............................... ........... regional temps in the mid 70's at this hour and near 80 this afternoon in pahrump and mild in laughlin late day. cooler in the central basin and warmer in death valley. ............................... .............. so warm in the southwest. complete opposite where that dip in the jetstream has developed. teens this afternoon in the twin cities and chicago. expecting near 0 temps out there. cold all the way to atlanta even and the east coast. ............................... ................. as of now. 72 for the high and 10 above average. there will however be some gusts developing so could be breezy at times. ............................... .............. high pressure still holding through, but slightly sagging more south. rain has developed now over that ridge into the washington and oregon with plenty of clouds. their sunshine was brief. we do have thicker clouds to the north but could see some of these thinner cloud head over and give us a glancing blow. staying dry though again. ............................... .................. tonight 46 for the low and cool. mostly clear with winds staying tomorrow expect a high of 75 nice an sunny with possible record tying temps tomorrow. that record was set back in 1954. ............................... ............... here's your saturday forecast for recreation. 60 on mount charleston, sunny and cool with red rock near 70. should be a good hiking day. lake mead warmer in the high 70's. warm and nice with some breezes expected. ............................... ........... extended forecast shows plenty of 70's still through next week. by midweek we could see more clouds and possible showers on thursday along with breezy winds. )))) > ((dave courvoisier)) > a familiar face... ((denise valdez)) up next... we shine the spotlight on the clark county commissioner... who is helping shape the future there are those who say we cannot defeat a corrupt political system and fix a rigged economy. but i believe we need to lift our vision above the obstacles in place and look to the american horizon. to a nation where every child can not only dream of going to college, but attend one. where quality healthcare will be a birthright of every citizen. where a good job is not a wish, but a reality. and a living wage is paid to all. an america where after a lifetime of labor, there is time for rest and grandchildren. a nation that defends our people and our values, but no longer carries so much of that burden alone. i know we can create that america if we listen to our conscience and our hearts and not to the pundits and the naysayers. i'm bernie sanders. i approve this message, (("you're watching 8 news now at 5 with paula francis and dave courvoisier. the news of southern nevada is now.")) > ((dave courvoisier)) > from entertainment to law to business... we've shined a spotlight all week on black "firsts" in nevada. some of their careers began as early as the 50's. ((denise valdez)) but today and tomorrow... sharie johnson winds the week down featuring some younger faces. ((sharie johnson)) five people just weren't enough. ...because nevada has seen so many trailblazers. tonight... we show you a familiar face... with an unfamiliar title. ((sharie johnson)) most people see this face from behind this desk. ((sharie johnson)) or you might spot clark county commisioner lawrence weekly advocating for business, foster care or youth and education. ((sharie johnson)) but weekly is also the first african- american to chair the prestigious las vegas convention and vistors authority board. lawrence weekly, first black lvcva chair the board deals with all of our room tax so we deal with a couple billion dollars a year )) ((sharie johnson)) weekly also works with six of the most powerful agencies in nevada. including university medical center... where his story really began. ((comm. lawrence weekly, first black lvcva chair i'm the chairman of the hospital i was left, i was abandoned at you can't make this stuff up )) ((sharie johnson)) in his words... he was born in a bowl of lemons... but refused to remain bitter... using his past to give birth to tomorrow's future. ((comm. lawrence weekly, first black lvcva chair every opportunity i get, i say look, i don't come from much, what i have i'm grateful, i'm not where i used to be, i'm not where i can be, thank i have an opportunity to do something )) ((sharie johnson)) weekly was also the first in his family to graduate from college with a degree. back to you./// ((denise valdez)) > the stories highlighting local african americans we're bringing you this week.. all lead up to the special... america's untold journey... airing saturday at 9... ((dave courvoisier)) > a greatly- needed service for families of veterans opened this morning. at 215 & pecos, v-a southern nevada healthcare system held a dedication ceremony for the first "fisher house" at the va hospital ... and i was on hand to em-cee the program & ribbon cutting. the fisher house foundation builds houses for veterans or military families in need of a place to stay, while supporting their loved ones. think of it as a ronald mcdonald house for veterans. this the first fisher house in nevada, and has room for 16 families at once./// ((denise valdez)) > a valentine's day freebie. ((dave courvoisier)) where you can enjoy a date night downtown... without emptying your wallet. ((denise valdez)) > and coming up a six....a new product claims to change the way we take pictures forever... so is all the hype true? 8 on your side consumer advocate michelle mortensen puts it to the try it before you buy it test./// ((coming up... as the democrats get set to meet again face to face, we'll show when republicans step onto the stage this weekend. plus a brand new school for tsa security. coming up on the cbs evening news with scott pelley. )) ((voice over: "now, nevada's first choice for news. this is 8 news now at 5.")) > ((denise valdez)) > hot dogs... batman... and the high roller. just a few things people are talking about on social media today. demetria obilor is here with "what's trending". demetria obilor "i hope you're feeling hungry, because later this month, you'll be able to get a hot dog at burger king yes, you heard me right you can pick the classic or chili-cheese and get this! burger king employees are learning how to make the new menu item with a training video featuring the big dog himself, rapper snoop dogg comic fans! this next one is for you the final trailer for batman versus superman: dawn of justice was released today and it's the best one yet "batman/superm an ambient sound..." and the police arrested a man and a woman for having sex on the high roller.or what some are calling las vegas' version of the mile high clubthe comments keep rolling in on our 8 news now facebook. be sure to check it out that's it for "what's trending now." you can stay on top of all the hot news by following me on twitter @demetriaobilor " ((dave courvoisier)) > it's valentine's day weekend.. and love is in the air. and that means the county clerk's office is gearing up for some busy days. they're encouraging couples to complete the pre- application for a marriage license online... before coming into the office. valentine's day.. and the day before are typically some of the most popular days in the year to tie the knot. last year, they issued more than 16-hundred licenses over the weekend./// ((dave courvoisier)) > and those of you looking for an alternative to the candlelit dinner.... the mob museum is celebrating its fourth anniversary on this valentine's day. to mark the occasion.. it's offering free admission for locals on sunday. and on saturday.. anyone who donates will receive 1 free ticket that you can use anytime this year. the mob museum will also have the tommy guns used and new ballistics evidence displayed together for the first time since al capone's saint valentine's day massacre in 1929./// ((denise valdez)) > thanks for watching 8 news now at five. ((dave courvoisier)) > the cbs evening news is next. >> pelley: a key endorsement for nominating trump. >> we're going to be destroyed in the general election. >> pelley: also tonight, will u.s. olympic athletes be endangered by the zika virus? a rare one-on-one interview with the head of the c.i.a. isis has access to chemical artillery shells? a college president's scheme to rid his school of struggling students. and a story brings sheer joy to a child. not the words, it's the voice. t >> then elsa accidentally hurt anna and both girls rushed... captioning sponsored by cbs this is the "cbs evening news" with scott pelley. >> pelley: this is our western edition. a new national poll shows how critical tonight's democratic debate is. hillary clinton and bernie sanders are neck and neck, and both are looking to african