Industry
January 19, 2026
NGCB Says Resorts World Las Vegas Could Have Avoided $10.5M Fine
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) said Resorts World Las Vegas could have avoided last year’s $10.5 million anti–money laundering fine (the second-largest in state history) if it had established a board of directors. What Prompted the NGCB’s Comments? The comment comes from NGCB member George Assad after the board voted to ban Mathew Bowyer, the […]
Casino
January 19, 2026
Nevada Lawmakers Fight DHS Plan They Claim Hurts Tourism
Nevada’s federal lawmakers are asking the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to reconsider a suggested revamp of entry rules for international travelers. They caution that the plan might worsen the state’s economic troubles and put off much-needed tourists. Nevada Officials Raise Alarm Over Stricter Entry Requirements for Tourists In a letter to Homeland Security Secretary […]
Sports
January 15, 2026
Nevada Wants Life Ban for Ohtani-Linked Bookmaker
Nevada gaming regulators are moving to permanently shut the door on Mathew Bowyer, the illegal bookmaker tied to Shohei Ohtani’s former interpreter, after assessing his conduct this week. On Wednesday, the Nevada Gaming Control Board voted to recommend that Bowyer be added to the state’s Black Book, which would ban him for life from entering […]
Industry
January 13, 2026
Tesla Robovans to Be Used in the Las Vegas Loop
The Boring Company’s president, Steve Davis, said that the Las Vegas Loop will have Tesla Robovans once the transportation system expands further through the city and the existing fleet of normal Teslas reaches 1,200 vehicles. Boring Company President Announces the Loop Will Use Robovans Said Robovans, which are not yet built, are electric self-driving pod-like vehicles […]
Casino
January 13, 2026
Mary J. Blige Announces First Las Vegas Residency
Grammy Award-winning R&B artist Mary J. Blige is getting ready to bring her legendary talent to Las Vegas for the first time. On Monday, January 12, the “Be Without You” singer announced her debut Vegas residency, Mary J. Blige: My Life, My Story, at Dolby Live at Park MGM, set for May and July. “Something […]
Industry
January 12, 2026
Harry Reid International Airport Unveils Sweeping Modernization Plan
Harry Reid International Airport is poised to undergo a long-overdue transformation as Clark County officials move ahead with a modernization plan for the airport that may soon become a bottleneck for Las Vegas if left unchanged. The pressure was evident during last week’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES), when tens of thousands of visitors poured into […]
Casino
January 8, 2026
Man Sues Las Vegas Casino and Railroad After Train Accident
A California man has filed a negligence lawsuit against a Las Vegas casino operator and a national railroad company, claiming that a poorly maintained fence allowed him to reach train tracks where he suffered a life-altering accident. The Hole in the Fence The complaint, filed on December 26 in Clark County civil court by Ryan […]
Casino
January 8, 2026
Durango Resort Kicks Off Big Third-phase Expansion in Southwest Las Vegas
The Durango Casino & Resort has started the next part of its long-term growth plan, beginning work this week on a big new building project that will make the property much larger on its north side. This latest project, costing $385 million, is the third big development phase since the resort opened its doors in […]
Industry
January 6, 2026
Las Vegas Convention Center Wraps Up $600M Refurbishment, Reopens
The Las Vegas Convention Center has reopened after extensive renovations. The refurbished venue was called “the best convention center in the world” and will dazzle visitors with an enhanced lobby and facilities. The Center Reopened in Time for CES The reopening of the convention center comes just in time for the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), […]
Industry
January 5, 2026
Las Vegas’ Venezuelan Community Celebrates Maduro’s Capture
Even though 2026 has just begun, the capture of Venezuela’s president, Nicolas Maduro, has quickly become one of the most important developments of the year. While people seem to be divided on the topic of the United States’ military intervention in Venezuela, Venezuelan people in Las Vegas seem to welcome the toppling of their government. […]
