El Cortez in downtown Las Vegas has launched Alex Prime Steakhouse for dinner after an $8.5 million renovation, serving USDA Prime steaks and classic cocktails in a 1940s-inspired space.
After more than a decade at Golden Entertainment, Skylar Dice leaves The STRAT to take over as general manager at Boyd Gaming’s Aliante hotel-casino in North Las Vegas.
Station Casinos is shutting down three original outlets inside Eat Your Heart Out food hall at Durango. New pop-ups and concepts are planned for the spaces after November 10.
Resorts World Las Vegas is pushing for a new NBA arena and a major guest experience revamp as it marks five years on the Strip. The property is also moving past regulatory setbacks and public relations challenges.
A new no-cover concert series has landed at Rio Las Vegas, turning a once-unused casino space into a live music spot for guests 21 and up. Acts like Hot Sauce and Empire Records are set to play through November.
Resorts World Las Vegas has opened Amici New York Pizzeria, serving both New York and Detroit-style pizza with weekend hours running until 4 a.m. The new spot replaces Mulberry Street Pizzeria and aims to feed the post-nightlife crowd.
El Cortez Hotel and Casino will soon add two new restaurants to its lineup: Siegel’s 1941 for breakfast and lunch, and Alex Prime Steakhouse for dinner.
Golden Gate Hotel & Casino is opening a new high-limit slot room as part of its shift toward slots and electronic gaming. The space launches with a ribbon-cutting Friday and follows a year of major changes to the casino floor.
Mama Rabbit Mezcal + Tequila Bar at Park MGM closed for good on September 14, 2026, leaving a major nightlife spot empty on the casino floor. No replacement has been announced yet.
Virginia Retirement Systems acquired a $17.8 million stake in Las Vegas Sands as the casino giant reported lower-than-expected earnings and revenue for the recent quarter
A player at Durango Casino & Resort in the southwest Las Vegas Valley hit a $220,701.20 progressive jackpot on Phoenix Cash’s Queen Chiu slot machine on August 26, 2026, resetting the prize to $200,000 for future guests.
Las Vegas-based YouTube creator Vegas Matt, known for his slot machine videos, was escorted out of The Venetian in late 2023 but remains active at other Strip and downtown casinos, with a fan event set for Fontainebleau in October.
A Palace Station guest claimed a $142,287 Jumbo Jackpot during the 9 a.m. bingo session on August 25, 2026, triggering additional payouts across Station Casinos bingo rooms in the Las Vegas Valley.
Aliante hotel-casino in North Las Vegas has opened a redesigned Boyd Gaming sportsbook featuring a massive video wall and upgraded seating, just in time for the upcoming football season
Golden Nugget Las Vegas is now the first casino in the city to offer 3-Dice Yahtzee, a new table game based on the classic family dice game, with unique betting options and bonus payouts available on the gaming floor.
A guest from Idaho Falls hit a $927,063 jackpot on a Dancing Drums Dragon slot at The STRAT, scoring the win in just six minutes with $3 spins early Friday morning on the north Strip.
The Plaza Hotel & Casino has launched a 2,000-square-foot high-limit slot room with 53 machines, concierge services, and cashless gaming, aiming to attract privacy-seeking players in downtown Las Vegas.
Caesars Entertainment will introduce Caesars Olympus, a new top loyalty tier, in January 2026. The invitation-only status requires an estimated $1.5 million in spending and offers exclusive perks for high-value guests.
A Massachusetts-based buyer has been selected for Downtown Grand Hotel & Casino in downtown Las Vegas, with court approval and gaming regulatory review pending. The transaction could close by September 30 if approved.
Arizona Charlie’s Boulder and Decatur locations awarded over $1.6 million in jackpots and bingo winnings in July 2026, with notable slot and video poker payouts and continued recognition for their bingo and player rewards programs
Circa Resort & Casino in downtown Las Vegas will debut 49 new hotel rooms on its 49th and 50th floors starting September 1, expanding its inventory to meet ongoing high demand for rooms during busy weekends and major events.
VegasChanges.com has refreshed its coverage of eleven Reno casino resorts, adding updated details and over 250 new photos. The update offers Las Vegas visitors a current look at Northern Nevada’s major gaming properties.
