Writer: Buck Wargo
Nevada legislative committees to take up gaming concerns in 2026
Look for Nevada legislative committees in 2026 to consider bills dealing with prediction markets and any modifications to protect the... more
Las Vegas expects 345,000 on New Year’s Eve, slight drop from past two years
The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority said it expects 345,000 visitors to converge on the city on New Year’s Eve. That’s down... more
Nevada Legislature aimed at improvements to gaming in 2025
It was a busy year for the Nevada Legislature when it came to bills intended to improve the gaming and tourism industry. The changes... more
Nevada horse racing dissemination that dates back to Bugsy Siegel eliminated Jan. 1
Horse racing in Nevada is about to get more profitable for casinos. A change in state law and new regulations that go into effect Jan. 1... more
Pari-mutuel sports wagering in Nevada likely to be revived with acquisition
After failed attempts in the past, a Nevada gaming attorney said pari-mutuel sports wagering is likely to be revived in the future with an... more
Former Nevada regulator recalls savage experiences in 1970s Las Vegas
Nevada’s gaming history is colorful and Jeffrey Silver, a retired attorney and former member of the Gaming Control Board in the 1970s, was... more
Wall Street analyst bullish on Las Vegas locals stocks over most Strip companies
A Wall Street analyst said an ongoing decline in tourism continues to be a concern for Las Vegas in 2026 and casinos that cater to local... more
Las Vegas air tourism takes hit in November, as hotel occupancy declines
Las Vegas tourism continues its downward slide, taking another hit in November. Passenger traffic at Reid International Airport fell nearly... more
IGA wraps up 2025 with continued opposition to sports prediction markets
The Indian Gaming Association wrapped up 2025 by looking ahead to the fight against prediction-market sports betting. IGA hosted its final... more
Investors remain ‘cautious’ as DraftKings and FanDuel move into sports prediction markets
With DraftKings launching its prediction market app Friday and FanDuel expected to follow soon, a Wall Street analyst said it’s clear that... more
