Writer: Buck Wargo
Proposed casino operators of Virgin Las Vegas lay out plans to stabilize property finances
Executives with Virgin Hotels Las Vegas seeking approval to take over operations of the property’s casino from Mohegan laid out their plans... more
Las Vegas Strip records fourth consecutive monthly decline
The Las Vegas Strip recorded its fourth consecutive monthly year-over-year decline in October. Statewide gaming revenue fell for third of... more
Lawmaker group proposes 15%-25% tax for igaming expansion
The National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS) has drafted model legislation to guide states considering authorizing... more
Weaker midweek occupancy hurts Las Vegas visitation in October
Las Vegas visitation in October was strong on the weekends, but dropped slightly overall, as midweek visitation and convention attendance... more
Las Vegas airport on pace for another record year
The Las Vegas airport passenger count is up 1.7% for the year and on pace to set a record for the third consecutive year, bolstered by a... more
Analyst optimistic after sports betting operators endure difficult October
The nation’s sportsbooks are happy October is behind them as a plethora of NFL favorites covering the point spread took a toll on revenue.... more
Nevada sportsbooks granted greater authority to void winning wagers
Nevada bettors who place a sports wager after an outcome is known will have their tickets voided by the sportsbooks without the books... more
Rio Las Vegas completes phase one of $340 million transformation
The Rio Hotel & Casino has completed the first phase of its $340 million property-wide transformation and joined the Destination by... more
Nevada Gaming Commission acts to end shortage of armed security in Las Vegas casinos
The Nevada Gaming Commission took action Thursday to put an end to a shortage of armed security at Las Vegas casinos by making it easier... more
Hard Rock executive licensed by Nevada Gaming Commission as work continues on Las Vegas project
Four months after the Mirage permanently closed on the Strip to make room for a rebuilt and rebranded Hard Rock Las Vegas, the Nevada... more
