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Nevada Supreme Court upholds Las Vegas judge ruling siding with Backstreet Boys’ Nick Carter in part of sex assault lawsuit
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — The Nevada Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that Backstreet Boys’ Nick Carter can go forward with his countersuit against a woman who accused him of sexually assaulting her after a concert in 2001.
The ruling, filed Tuesday, Nov. 27, comes more than a year after Judge Nancy Allf denied an anti-SLAPP motion filed by Shannon “Shay” Ruth. The anti-SLAPP law, which stands for strategic lawsuits against public participation, is intended to prevent one party from intimidating another in the legal process.
Ruth was part of a 2022 lawsuit that claimed Carter sexually assaulted several young women in the early 2000s. Ruth claimed in the lawsuit that she was 17 years old when Carter, who was 21 at the time, gave her alcohol, raped her, and threatened her if she told anyone, documents said.
In February 2023, Carter filed a countersuit against Ruth and another woman named Melissa Schuman, who claimed he assaulted her in the early 2000s, however, the statute of limitations in that case expired before charges could be filed.
Carter denied both accusations. His countersuit against the women claimed defamation, civil conspiracy, abuse of process and intentional interference with contractual relations.
In August 2023, Allf denied the anti-SLAPP motion filed by Ruth. Ruth then filed an appeal which brought the case to the Nevada Supreme Court in an attempt to overturn Allf’s decision.
On Tuesday, the court affirmed Allf’s decision, meaning Carter can go forward with his countersuit.
According to the ruling, Carter produced affidavits from several witnesses that, if true, show that the assault Ruth described could not have happened.
Ruth said she met Carter in an autograph line after a Backstreet Boys concert, however witness affidavits state that Carter and the rest of the band left the venue right after the show and there were no autograph lines after that concert, the ruling stated.
Additional affidavits from the band’s security detail said the band, including Carter, performed a “quick out” after the concert in question, meaning the band “would rush to their individual tour buses and leave the venue,” stating “it would be impossible for any fan to be alone with any of the band members on their tour bus” due to security protocols, according to the ruling.
Carter also produced an affidavit from Ruth’s close friend who said she believed that Ruth did not even attend the concert in question.
“We conclude that Carter’s evidence, if believed, establishes that Carter did not sexually assault Ruth following the Backstreet Boys concert in 2001, such that Ruth’s statements describing such an incident would perforce be made with knowledge of their falsity,” the ruling filed Tuesday read.
A Supreme Court ruling on Schuman’s similar appeal is also anticipated.
Ruth and Schuman were named because they chose to identify themselves as victims of sexual assault. 8 News Now does not identify victims of sexual assault unless they choose to publicly come forward.
LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — Visitors at the Nevada National Security Site Museum got a lesson in Cold War history and Southern Nevada’s atomic past Saturday.
Retired test site worker Marcus Brown gave a presentation on Camp Desert Rock, the military installation located about four miles from the Mercury site, where the military conducted experiments to determine whether soldiers could operate in a nuclear environment.
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Brown said the series is part of regular talks the museum hosts every other week on topics including the USS Nevada, “Duck and Cover” and 1950s Las Vegas — all aimed at preserving the legacy of nuclear testing and its impact on the valley.
“Share the legacy and the history of the Nevada Test Site and the culture that it really kind of imparted to the Las Vegas community,” Brown said.
Brown’s history with the test site
Brown began his career at the Nevada Test Site in 1982 as a radiation health technician, supporting underground tests through 1992. He then moved into environmental remediation and later nuclear operations, continuing to work in the field until his retirement in 2023.
He now volunteers as a docent at the Nevada National Security Site Museum to share that history with new generations. Brown said the museum helps tell a story many locals never heard.
“Come and visit the museum. There’s a lot of culture and legacy and history here,” Brown said.
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LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — A Southern Nevada nonprofit that provides meals, hygiene resources, and housing assistance is getting a boost of visibility from a local bank’s community recognition program.
Lexicon Bank recognized CARE Complex through its Community Spotlight Program during June, highlighting the organization’s work serving individuals and families experiencing economic hardship throughout Southern Nevada.
CARE Complex is located in Las Vegas’ Corridor of Hope and operates as a centralized hub of essential services. The nonprofit provides meals, hygiene resources, mail, and locker services, along with on-site support aimed at meeting immediate needs with dignity and consistency.
Founded by Michael Swecker, CARE Complex connects vulnerable individuals with services intended to address both urgent needs and long-term success.
The organization’s key programs include Community Table, which provides meals and monthly pre-packed grocery bags; Homeless to Home (H2H), which offers financial assistance for qualifying individuals and families facing eviction or housing instability; and Step Into Success, which supports participants as they work toward self-sufficiency and long-term stability.
The recognition follows Lexicon Bancorp’s 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, held in May, which celebrated “A Year of Philanthropy” and highlighted the bank’s commitment to supporting local nonprofits and strengthening the communities it serves.
Lexicon Bank’s monthly Community Spotlight Program features organizations working across Southern Nevada and encourages community members to learn more, volunteer, and support their missions.
More information about CARE Complex, its programs, and ways to get involved is available at www.carecomplex.org.
Las Vegas (Nev.) Arbor View quarterback Thaddeus Thatcher announced his commitment to Oregon State and broke down why he chose the Beavers.
After taking official visits to Oregon State, UNLV, UCF and Michigan, the talented signal caller announced for the Beavers moments ago.
“I’m very excited about my decision,” Thatcher said. “Coach Shep (Jamarcus Shephard) has assembled a really great staff and I’m really excited to work with coach (Mitch) Dahlen.
“Coach Dahlen has worked with so many draft picks and it’s really exciting to have the opportunity to be developed by someone like him.”
The potential to compete for early playing time was another big factor for Thatcher.
“They’re going to give me a chance to compete for a spot right away,” Thatcher said. “That’s something I was interested in and so I’m excited about the opportunity.
“My whole family gets along with the entire Oregon State staff and we really believe in Coach Shep. I really think he’s going to be able to get things back on track and I’m excited to be a part of that.”
We originally had a commit prediction in for Michigan with Thatcher and there was strong buzz he was close to committing following his unofficial visit back in early April.
Thatcher decided to take his official visits instead and the Beavers hosted him on May 29. Oregon State started to build momentum with Thatcher following the trip and the Beavs were able to hold off strong competition.
Thatcher is one of the region’s top dual-threat quarterbacks and two-sport athletes. He’s a talented basketball player as well but his fixture is on the grid-iron.
As a junior, Thatcher completed 168-240 passes (70%) for 2,625 yard and 29 touchdowns with just five interceptions. He also rushed for 605 yards and seven more scores and will be a four-year starter for the Aggies, one of the top teams in the state.
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