Fontainebleau Expands High-Limit Slots With $5 Million Jackpots
Fontainebleau Las Vegas has opened a renovated high-limit slots lounge with 135 machines and jackpots up to $5 million, plus a $150,000 giveaway for players on September 12
Casinos & Gaming 30 stories
Casinos & Gaming connects Las Vegas casinos, casino resorts, and casino gaming floors as one part of the wider Las Vegas ecosystem covered by Vegas Report. The reporting scope includes Nevada gaming regulation, casino operations, and sportsbooks, but it also explains why poker rooms and slot gaming matter in practical visitor, local, or industry terms. Pages such as Casino Properties and Gaming Market Data split the beat into distinct reader needs, leaving this parent category to frame table games and casino technology at the broader level.
Palms Debuts Fully Enclosed Smoke-Free Casino Floor in Las Vegas
Palms Casino Resort has launched a 7,300-square-foot smoke-free gaming area, raising $35,000 for Southern Nevada nonprofits during its opening week. The new space offers 224 slot machines and a dedicated bar near the sportsbook.
Las Vegas Tops Global Casino Rankings but Leads in Visitor Costs
A new study ranks Las Vegas as the world’s leading casino destination, with the highest number of gambling venues and online interest, but also finds it is the most expensive city for casino visitors at $369 per day.
Durango Casino Guest Wins $220,701 Slot Jackpot in Southwest Valley
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.
Golden Nugget Las Vegas Marks 80 Years on Fremont Street
Golden Nugget Las Vegas celebrates its 80th anniversary in 2026, highlighting decades of hospitality, gaming, and dining in the heart of Downtown. The resort features four hotel towers, a shark tank pool, and a range of restaurants and nightlife
Las Vegas Casinos Expand Cashless Gaming With Smartphone Payments
More Las Vegas casinos are rolling out cashless gaming, letting players fund slot machines directly from their phones. The shift brings new convenience but also raises questions about responsible gambling and regulatory safeguards.
Palms Debuts Smoke-Free Gaming Space With Charity Slot Tournament
Palms Casino Resort will mark the grand opening of its new 7,300-square-foot non-smoking gaming area on September 1, featuring a charity slot tournament benefiting 10 Southern Nevada nonprofits.
Vegas Matt Removed From The Venetian, Continues Casino Events
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.
Las Vegas Strip Casino Revenue Rises 3.6% in July on Table Game Surge
Nevada casinos started the fiscal year strong, with Strip gaming revenue up 3.6% in July 2026, fueled by a spike in table game wagering and major entertainment events drawing visitors.
Bingo Player Wins $142,287 Jumbo Jackpot at Palace Station
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 Unveils Renovated Sportsbook With 30-Foot Video Wall
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 Debuts 3-Dice Yahtzee Table Game in Downtown Las Vegas
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.
Arizona Charlie’s to Give Away Toyota Camry Hybrids at Las Vegas Casinos
Arizona Charlie’s will award four Toyota Camry Hybrids across its Boulder and Decatur locations, with the first giveaways scheduled for August 28 and 29. Guests can enter by earning base points while playing at either Las Vegas casino.
Idaho Visitor Wins $927K Slot Jackpot at The STRAT on Las Vegas Strip
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.
Golden Nugget Las Vegas Launches $199 All-Inclusive Hotel Package
Golden Nugget Las Vegas introduces a $199 all-inclusive deal featuring a two-night midweek stay, daily food and beverage credits, and no resort fees, available for bookings through December 28, 2026.
California Visitor Wins $1.5M Slot Jackpot at Resorts World Las Vegas
A California guest hit a $1.56 million Dragon Link jackpot at Resorts World Las Vegas on Sunday, marking the casino’s second million-dollar slot win this month. Other major jackpots were reported across the Las Vegas Valley.
Plaza Unveils High-Limit Slot Room in Downtown Las Vegas
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.
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas Targets Late 2027 Opening
The $4 billion Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas project continues to reshape the Strip, with the 42-story Guitar Hotel and a fully renovated tri-tower set to debut in the second half of 2027.
Las Vegas Unions Address AI and Automation Impact on Casino Jobs
Union leaders and U.S. Representatives met with Las Vegas hospitality workers to discuss how AI and automation are changing casino and resort jobs, with new protections negotiated in recent contracts and more legislative action proposed.
Boomer’s Sportsbook Expands to Four Queens and Binion’s Downtown
Boomer’s Sportsbook has secured approval to operate at Four Queens and Binion’s Gambling Hall, bringing its Nevada footprint to nearly 20 locations by year’s end as the company targets further statewide growth
Venetian Fined $7.2M by Nevada Regulators Over Illegal Bookmaker
The Venetian Resort Las Vegas faces a $7.2 million penalty after Nevada regulators found the property failed to prevent a convicted illegal bookmaker from gambling on-site between 2019 and 2021.
Arizona Charlie’s Pays Out $1.6 Million in July Jackpots
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
Bally’s Prepares to Launch Phase 1 of Las Vegas Ballpark Project
Bally’s Corp. is set to begin construction on the first phase of its $1.1 billion mixed-use development at the former Tropicana site, unless a buyer steps in before the Las Vegas Stadium Authority meeting this Thursday
Off-Strip Las Vegas Hotels Award Major Jackpots to Weekend Guests
Guests at Rio and Virgin Hotels Las Vegas scored six-figure jackpots over the weekend, with additional wins reported at Binion’s, Four Queens, and M Resort. The payouts highlight a streak of luck for visitors at off-Strip and downtown properties.
Nevada Gaming Board Seeks Daily Fines Against Kalshi Over Event Contracts
The Nevada Gaming Control Board is pursuing $120,000 per day in fines against Kalshi, alleging the company failed to block access to certain event contracts in Nevada by the August 12 deadline, despite a court order and geofencing measures.
PT’s Taverns Pays Out $305K Keno Jackpot in West Las Vegas Valley
A guest at PT’s Gold on South Fort Apache Road won $305,889.44 on the Giant Keno Progressive, the largest keno jackpot ever in Nevada’s restricted gaming taverns. The jackpot reset to $50,000 across 65 participating locations.
Fontainebleau Las Vegas Expands Rewards With Citywide Experiences
Fontainebleau Las Vegas has launched The Experience Collection, letting Fontainebleau Rewards members redeem points for Las Vegas attractions like helicopter tours and stadium visits, starting June 2024
Arizona Charlie’s to Give Away Toyota Camry Hybrids in August and September
Arizona Charlie’s will award four Toyota Camry Hybrids across its Boulder and Decatur locations, with giveaways scheduled for August 28 and 29. Players can earn entries by accumulating base points while gaming at either Las Vegas property.
Palms Casino Resort Adds Enclosed Nonsmoking Gaming Area in Las Vegas
Palms Casino Resort will open a new 7,300-square-foot enclosed nonsmoking gaming area with 224 slot machines near the William Hill Sportsbook on August 24, followed by a charity event and grand opening on September 1.
Illinois Ticket Wins $1.04 Billion Powerball Jackpot
A single ticket sold in Illinois matched all six numbers in the $1.04 billion Powerball drawing held Wednesday. The winner’s identity remains unknown, while a California ticket also claimed a major prize.