Casino
August 4, 2025
Las Vegas Jobless Rate Stays High as Tourism Keeps Sliding
In June, we reported on the Las Vegas metropolitan area ending 2024 with an unemployment rate of 5.9%, the highest of all major metro areas in the U.S. Things haven’t changed a lot this year, according to a recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report that currently names Las Vegas as the third-largest metro region […]
Casino
August 1, 2025
First-Time Vegas Visitor Scoops Up $599K Jackpot at Palms Casino
A Las Vegas newcomer by the name of Camy M. has won over half a million from a slot machine, turning her Sin City visit into a moment to remember. The casino where the prize was won congratulated the winner on this life-changing win. NC Player Won Big During Her First Vegas Visit Camy, […]
Casino
August 1, 2025
Manhattan Shooter Was a Las Vegas Casino Surveillance Staffer
On Monday, two mass shootings scarred the United States. A man opened fire in the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino, killing three and injuring three others, before he succumbed to his wounds on Thursday. One of the Shooters Had a Job at a Prominent Las Vegas Casino Another man, seemingly inspired by the first perpetrator, […]
Casino
August 1, 2025
Aria, Luxor Settle EEOC Vaccine Bias Complaints
Two major Las Vegas Strip properties, Aria Resort & Casino and Luxor Hotel and Casino, have reached settlements with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) amid allegations claiming they didn’t accommodate their employees’ religious beliefs during their COVID-19 vaccine policy implementation. The EEOC announced earlier this week that the resorts, which are operated by […]
Casino
August 1, 2025
Poker Palace Casino Marks End of an Era After 50-Odd Years Running
One of the most iconic properties in Nevada, The Poker Palace Casino, will be bidding the gambling industry its adieu on October 1, 2025. The venue originally opened its doors in 1974, and it has been in business for what are now 50 years. Poker Palace Casino to Wind Down, a North Las Vegas Landmark […]
Casino
August 1, 2025
Reno Shooter Dies from Injuries, Killing 3 & Injuring 3 Others
Dakota Hawver opened fire on casino visitors and guests at the Grand Sierra Resorts & Casino in Reno, Nevada, on Monday, July 28, killing 3 people and injuring 3 others. Police were dispatched on-site and managed to shoot and injure him, taking the man to the hospital, along with the other victims. Perpetrator Dies from […]
Business
July 31, 2025
Tilman Fertitta Sets Vegas Strip Casino Plan Aside to Avoid Conflict of Interest
Billionaire Tilman Fertitta has reportedly backtracked on his Las Vegas Strip casino project, at least for now. In an interview with the Las Vegas Review-Journal, a spokesperson for Fertitta’s company said that this was due to a possible conflict of interest. Fertitta Has Shelved the Strip Casino for Now Fertitta drafted his plans for a […]
Legal
July 31, 2025
NYC Shooter Bought Rifle and Car from Las Vegas Casino Supervisor
According to investigators, the shooter, 27-year-old Shane Devon Tamura, who opened fire in a New York City office building on Monday and killed four people, and then himself, bought his weapon from his boss at a Las Vegas casino. Gunman Bought Weapon from Las Vegas Casino Supervisor Police reported on Wednesday that the semi-automatic rifle, […]
Business
July 31, 2025
Las Vegas Visitation Stats Will Rise Again, MGM CEO Says
During MGM Resorts International’s quarterly investor call later that day, President and CEO Bill Hornbuckle expressed confidence in a recovery, stating that “history gives us confidence” in the rebound of visitation and conference bookings, despite visitation to Las Vegas being down 11.3% in June. MGM Resorts CEO Says Company Will Rebound Hornbuckle noted that starting […]
Industry
July 31, 2025
Sphere Entertainment Finalizes Abu Dhabi Expansion Plans
Sphere Entertainment has finalized a landmark agreement to bring its iconic venue concept to the Middle East as part of its plans to grow its footprint beyond Las Vegas. The deal, finalized July 25 between Sphere Entertainment Group and Abu Dhabi’s Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT), envisions the construction and long-term operation of Sphere […]
