Las Vegas News

By: Lucas DunnMichael Mizrachi Bags WSOP Main Event Win and Enters Poker Hall of Fame
Mizrachi made history, winning the 2025 WSOP Main Event ($10 million) and PPC ($1.33 million) in one summer, joining the Poker Hall of Fame all in one year.
Jul 17, 2025
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By: Lucas DunnLas Vegas Visitor Numbers Drop 6.5% in May and Gaming Revenue Declines
The Las Vegas Strip’s gaming revenue fell 3.9% to $713.7 million in May versus $742.5 million last year, marking a persistent downturn.
Jun 28, 2025
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By: Lucas DunnResorts World Las Vegas Drops Resort Fees for Summer Stays Until September
Resorts World has waived all resort fees through September 11, 2025, becoming the only major Strip casino hotel without these charges.
Jun 22, 2025
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By: Lucas DunnLas Vegas Council Votes Against Harlem Nights Casino Construction
Harlem Nights Casino was intended as a Historic Westside revitalization catalyst but faced strong opposition from city officials and residents.
Jun 21, 2025
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By: Lucas DunnLas Vegas Tourism Plunge Mirrors Major US Cities Amid Trade War Fallout
Las Vegas is suffering swift, severe impacts of nosediving visitor numbers, canceled hotel room books, mass layoffs, and emptier casino floors.
Jun 10, 2025
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By: Lucas DunnNevada Gaming Revenue Falls 0.5% As Las Vegas Strip Slumps for Third Month
Statewide gaming revenue held steady at $1.23 billion despite the Strip’s downturn, down just 0.5% YoY, marking 50 straight months above $1 billion.
May 30, 2025
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By: Lucas DunnBetMGM Pioneers Landmark Women’s Sports Betting Deal with Las Vegas Aces
The Las Vegas Aces sponsorship runs until the 2027 season, marking BetMGM’s first major franchise partnership in women’s professional sports.
May 29, 2025
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By: Lucas Dunn2025 World Series of Poker Kicks Off in Las Vegas with 100 Bracelet Events
WSOP saw a historic debut of 100 bracelet events, with opening day featuring the popular $1,000 Mystery Millions event with two $1M bounty prizes.
May 28, 2025
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By: Lucas DunnWynn Resorts Faces US$5.5 Million Fine Over High-Roller Recruitment Violations
NGC’s 4-1 vote approved the US$5.5 million Wynn fine recommended by the NGCB despite arguments that it was too low for such penalties.
May 24, 2025
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By: Lucas DunnLas Vegas Casino Execs Push for Cannabis Partnerships to Boost Tourism
The current Nevada law requires at least a 1,500ft separation between cannabis shops and casinos, and cannabis delivery is prohibited on the Strip.
May 21, 2025
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