Las Vegas Casino & Entertainment News

By: Lucas DunnDurango Casino Expands as Station Casinos Celebrates 50th Anniversary
Durango Casino launches 275k sq ft expansion in Las Vegas after south-end casino and parking additions, as Station Casinos marks 50 years of business.

By: Lucas DunnLas Vegas Ends 2025 With Nearly 5,000 Job Losses Amid Visitor Decline
Nevada’s largest sectors (leisure/hospitality) and construction saw steep Q4 job losses that trade and transport gains couldn’t reverse.

By: Lucas DunnLas Vegas Raiders Part Ways with Veteran Coach Pete Carroll After One Season
Raiders fire NFL’s oldest coach Pete Carroll (74) after the league’s worst season of 3-14, forcing another coach search for the third year in a row.

By: Lucas DunnLas Vegas Convention Center Unveils $600 Million 8-Year Renovation
The Las Vegas Convention Center upgrades include renovation of three of its oldest halls to match the $1B West Hall’s design and amenities.

By: Lucas DunnVegas 2026 Forecast Contrasts Construction Slump with Convention Surge
A rough 2025 for Las Vegas set the stage for high convention momentum against fewer construction plans and potential law changes.

By: Lucas DunnReno and Downtown LV Casinos Thrive While Vegas Visits Dip 5.2% in November
Strip November’s revenue dipped despite higher wagering as Nevada gaming rose 2.3% to US$1.34 billion vs November 2024’s US$1.31 billion.

By: Lucas DunnLas Vegas Gears Up for 340K+ NYE Tourists at ‘America’s Party’ 2026
Las Vegas expects 340K+ revelers for ‘America’s Party 2026’ NYE, potentially ranking among the city’s strongest celebrations, reports LVCVA.

By: Lucas DunnStalled Dream Vegas Casino Site Listed For Sale After Legal Battle
McCarthy lists the 4.7-acre Vegas site through Colliers after construction litigation, using an unsolicited $50M offer as a price guide.

By: Lucas DunnSummerlin Plans Rebrand as Bally’s Vegas Commitment Raises Questions
JW Marriott and Rampart Casino rebrand as The Resort at Summerlin, from January 1, 2026, as Bally’s Vegas project faces financial doubts.

By: Lucas DunnNBA Eyes 2026 Expansion to Las Vegas Amid T-Mobile Arena Game Success
Adam Silver confirmed the NBA’s focus on potential expansion in Las Vegas, which already hosts the WNBA Aces, NHL Golden Knights, and NFL Raiders.