Las Vegas Casino & Entertainment News

Donald Trump standing at a Turning Point Action event in a navy suit and red tie
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Trump 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.
White boxing gloves resting on a dark surface
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Floyd 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.
Exterior view of the Rio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, featuring the resort's iconic neon sign and blue glass tower
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Rio 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.
Dimly lit tavern interior with a wooden bar, green bar stools, and neon Budweiser and Guinness signs
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Station 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.
NBA logo on a wood-textured blue and red background
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Las 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.
Aquarius Casino Resort lit up at dusk along the Colorado River in Laughlin, Nevada
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Golden 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.
Exterior view of Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada, showing the modern black facade and surrounding area in June 2020
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Las 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.
Exterior view of Downtown Grand Hotel and Casino with signage and palm trees in downtown Las Vegas
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Downtown 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.
Cars lined up at the Canada border crossing in White Rock, BC, entering from Blaine, Washington
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Las 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.
Aerial view of the Las Vegas Strip in Nevada showing Mandalay Bay, the Luxor pyramid, and surrounding resort casinos
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Las 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.