Las Vegas Casino & Entertainment News

Exterior view of the Sphere at the Venetian Resort in Las Vegas against a clear blue sky
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Las Vegas Sphere Posts Record Q1 2026 Revenue

The Las Vegas Sphere reported its strongest quarter yet, with Q1 2026 revenue surging 38% to $386.4M and the company swinging to profitability for the first time.
Aerial night view of the Las Vegas Strip with illuminated casino hotels and city lights
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Michelin Guide Southwest Heads to Las Vegas

Las Vegas will host the first Michelin Guide Southwest ceremony on August 26 at Fontainebleau, recognizing top restaurants across Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, and Utah.
Dolly Parton singing into a microphone at a live event
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Dolly Parton Cancels Las Vegas Residency Amid Health Struggles

Dolly Parton has canceled her Las Vegas residency at Caesars Palace, citing ongoing health issues, including kidney stones, with no new date scheduled.
Cannabis buds spilling out of an open glass jar on a dark surface
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Nevada Casinos Want Cannabis, But Laws Say No

Nevada casino executives and lawmakers are pushing to legalize marijuana on gaming properties, citing $750M in lost cannabis revenue and falling tourist visits.
Busy casino floor at Bill's Gamblin' Hall in Las Vegas showing blackjack tables, slot machines, and chandeliers in 2012
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Las Vegas Strip Drives Nevada Gaming Revenue in March

The Las Vegas Strip's gaming revenue surged 14.4% in March 2026, driving Nevada's statewide total up 11.8% to $1.42B, with sportsbooks and mobile betting leading the way.
Vancouver Whitecaps FC logo displayed on the exterior of B.C. Place stadium in Vancouver
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Vancouver Whitecaps: Las Vegas Buyer Submits Formal MLS Bid

A Las Vegas investor group has submitted a formal MLS bid to relocate the Vancouver Whitecaps, sparking a fierce community effort to keep the club.
Interior of the E. Barrett Prettyman Federal Courthouse courtroom in Washington, D.C., showing wooden benches, judge’s bench with U.S. seal above, American flag, and portraits of legal figures on the walls
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Skillz Wins $420M Fraud Verdict Against Papaya Gaming's Bots

A federal jury ruled in favor of Skillz, awarding $420 million after finding Papaya Gaming used bots in games advertised as human-only competitions.
NFL Wilson Duke footballs stacked on top of a bag
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Raiders Select Fernando Mendoza First Overall in 2026 NFL Draft

Fernando Mendoza made history as the Raiders' first overall pick in 2026, joining a rare group of players to win the Heisman, a title, and go No. 1.
The courtyard of the MGM Grand Mansion in Las Vegas, featuring a lit fountain, manicured trees, and the facade of the upscale private retreat
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Dwight Manley's Ketamine Lawsuit Against MGM Grand Goes to Trial

Settlement talks between MGM Grand and sports agent Dwight Manley have collapsed. His ketamine drugging lawsuit will now proceed to a full trial in Nevada.
Person in handcuffs resting on a surface under blue police lighting
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Las Vegas Man Charged in $8M Illegal Bookmaking Case

William "Wild Bill" Roberts faces multiple felonies after a joint FBI and Nevada Gaming Control Board probe exposed an $8M offshore betting operation.