Sip Sip Wok, a new fast-casual Asian restaurant at Virgin Las Vegas, has yet to open after a rumored operator exit. The space features a dramatic redesign and video poker but faces questions about its future.
Las Vegas packs the week of October 4–10 with big sports, concerts, and new venues. The Raiders host the Chiefs, Metallica launches its Sphere residency, and new restaurants and nightlife keep the city buzzing.
A civil rights lawsuit in Clark County accuses a downtown Las Vegas casino of racial profiling and unlawful ejection. The case seeks damages and policy changes that could affect Nevada’s gaming industry.
Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson brought his new casino dice game, 50 CENT HEADCRACK, to The Venetian Resort Las Vegas with a star-studded party on September 26. The event marks his latest step into the Las Vegas gaming world.
Circa Resort & Casino in downtown Las Vegas is being sued by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission after a cashier was allegedly fired for refusing to remove her religious headscarf. The case highlights workplace accommodation issues at Nevada resorts.
FireKeepers Casino Hotel in Michigan has been named one of the top casinos outside Las Vegas by USA TODAY. Its Nibi restaurant also made the list of best casino dining spots in the country.
Las Vegas Sands shares have dropped more than 36 percent this year as investors question whether the company’s free cash flow can support its current valuation. Discounted Cash Flow analysis suggests a slight upside, but market caution persists.
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.
Wynn Las Vegas will host the WPT World Championship festival from November 27 to December 21, featuring more than $20 million in guaranteed prize pools and a new $1 million mystery bounty format
The Poker Masters returns to ARIA’s PokerGO Studio October 12–23 with ten No-Limit Hold’em events and buy-ins from $10,500 to $51,000, drawing top-tier players and live coverage from PokerNews
Zero Bond has launched at Wynn Las Vegas, offering members exclusive access to fine dining, private gaming, and curated cigar experiences in a two-level venue overlooking the resort’s golf course.
Derek Stevens’ At Par initiative drew over 120000 Canadians to Fremont Street by matching Canadian dollars to US value through August, helping downtown casinos offset a sharp drop in international tourism
Las Vegas Sands shares opened at $43.96 on September 9, 2026, just above their 12-month low, as investors reacted to weaker-than-expected quarterly results and shifting growth expectations for the gaming giant
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
Jeff Sherman steps into the senior risk manager role at Circa Sports as football season drives record betting activity and competition among Las Vegas sportsbooks intensifies
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
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.
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.
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 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
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
