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 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
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 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 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
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.
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.
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 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 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 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.
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.
