Las Vegas Casino & Entertainment News

Sphere CEO James Dolan reports over 120,000 tickets sold for special Wizard of OZ screenings, with expected sales of 200,000 by opening night.

Unlike almost every other state, Nevada criminalizes casino debts, with $650+ debts considered felonies and $1,200+ balances incurring prison terms.

MGM Resorts and Caesars International announced $300 million in potential combined savings thanks to the recent controversial federal tax overhaul.

Las Vegas tourism plummeted 11% in June (7.3% annual decline) with hotel occupancy down 7%, as visitors blame soaring resort fees and hidden costs.

Nevada’s June gaming revenue climbed 3.5% year-on-year to $1.33B despite an 11.3% visitor decline, marking tourism’s weakest stretch since 2021.

Tilman Fertitta, US Ambassador to Italy, halts Las Vegas Strip casino development to avoid conflict of interest with Wynn properties.

GOP lawmakers who backed Trump’s megabill now seek reversal of gambling tax hike, says Chair Jason Smith after Vegas discussions.

Sahara’s “All-In Rate” bundles rooms, dining perks, show discounts, and digital passes with BOGO drinks, spa deals, and Magic Mike ticket discounts.

Hard Rock’s Vegas redevelopment, launched right after the Mirage’s closure, is on schedule and budget for a late 2027 debut, per President Lupo.

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.