Las Vegas Casino & Entertainment News

By: Lucas DunnTrump Visits Las Vegas with Tax Relief Win While Gambling Deduction Cut Looms
Trump visits Las Vegas on April 16 to promote no tax on tips, but Nevada Democrats are demanding he address the OBBB’s gambling loss deduction cut.

By: Lucas DunnFloyd Mayweather’s “Exhibition” Comment Puts Pacquiao Rematch at Risk
Mayweather’s called the September 19 Netflix bout an “exhibition”; now he faces a breach-of-contract claim, nine-figure damages, and possible replacement.

By: Lucas DunnRio Hotel & Casino Las Vegas Changes Ownership and Appoints New Executive Team
Kennedy Lewis has taken majority control of the Rio Hotel & Casino, reshuffling ownership and sparking a sweeping leadership overhaul.

By: Lucas DunnStation Casinos Expands Seventy Six Tavern to Southwest Las Vegas
Station Casinos expands its Seventy Six tavern brand, bringing 24-hour dining, bar-top gaming, and happy hours to SW Vegas starting April 23.

By: Lucas DunnLas Vegas Mayor Pitches Downtown Arena Sites for Incoming NBA Franchise
Las Vegas Mayor Shelley Berkley is pitching two downtown arena sites to the NBA, and she’s already lined up a Zoom call with Commissioner Adam Silver to make her case.

By: Lucas DunnGolden Entertainment Shareholders Approve $1.16B Take-Private Deal
Golden Entertainment is going private after shareholders approved a $1.16B deal transferring seven Nevada casino properties to VICI Properties.

By: Lucas DunnLas Vegas to Host Super Bowl LXIII at Allegiant Stadium
Las Vegas will host Super Bowl LXIII in 2029, building on 2024's massive turnout, billion-dollar impact, and the city's growing sports prominence.

By: Lucas DunnDowntown Grand Enters Receivership as Sale Process Begins
Downtown Grand has entered receivership following a $90 million loan default, with a court-appointed receiver now overseeing operations and a potential sale.

By: Lucas DunnLas Vegas Tourism Slump Triggers Campaign to Win Back Canadian Visitors
Vegas is facing a tourism slowdown, driven by a steep drop in Canadian visitors, prompting officials to launch a campaign to rebuild demand.

By: Lucas DunnLas Vegas Strip Gaming Revenue Edges Amid Mixed Tourism Trends
Las Vegas Strip gaming revenue rose to $696.3M in February 2026, boosted by strong Baccarat play, despite mixed tourism and steady statewide growth.