Tag: Nevada
Las Vegas Strip Mass Stabber Faces Death Penalty, Prosecutors Say
Las Vegas Strip Mass Stabber Faces Death Penalty, Prosecutors SayYoni Barrios, a 34-year-old man accused of a horrific stabbing spree on the Las Vegas...
Top-Ranked Wynn Las Vegas Casino Hotel: The Epitome of Prestige
Wynn Las Vegas Named Most Prestigious Casino Hotel in Las VegasIn a recent announcement by Luxury Lifestyle Magazine on January 8, 2025, Wynn Las...
Health Department Closes Las Vegas Wolfgang Puck Restaurant Due to Violations
Health Department Closes Wolfgang Puck Restaurant in Las VegasThe Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) recently shut down the Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill at...
Lawsuit Filed Against Vegas Restaurant for Deadly Shellfish Allergy
Abraham Williams, a patron at Beauty & Essex in the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, tragically lost his life after suffering a severe allergic reaction...
Debunking Vegas Myths: Circus Circus’ Flying Pink Elephants & More Wild Stories
Debunking Vegas Myths: Circus Circus’ Flying Pink Elephants & More Wild StoriesIn the world of Las Vegas, myths and legends abound, captivating the minds...
Debunking Vegas Myths: The Truth About The Bright Lights of The Strip
Las Vegas, known for its bright lights, has long been considered the brightest place on Earth. But recent research conducted by experts in the...
Man Sentenced to Five Years in Prison for Assaulting Officer at Casino
Man Sentenced to Five Years for Assaulting Officer at CasinoA recent incident at the Ute Mountain Casino Hotel in Colorado has led to a...
Former Resorts World & MGM Grand President Loses Gaming License – Latest Update
Former Resorts World & MGM Grand President Stripped of Gaming LicenseIn a stunning turn of events, Scott Sibella, the former president of Resorts World...
Former UFC Fighter Arrested in Las Vegas for Threatening Family with Gun
Former UFC Fighter Vinny Magalhaes Arrested in Las Vegas for Threatening Family with GunVinny Magalhaes, a former MMA fighter, found himself on the wrong...
Man Who Shot at Las Vegas Police Had Kidnapped and Assaulted Prostitute
Man Who Shot at Las Vegas Police Had Kidnapped and Assaulted ProstituteThe streets of Las Vegas turned into a scene straight out of an...
Resorts World Las Vegas Appoints Murren as Board Leader
Resorts World Las Vegas Names Jim Murren as Chairman of BoardResorts World Las Vegas, the iconic entertainment destination on the Las Vegas Strip, has...
What to Expect Next Year in the Vegas Sphere: Insights from James Dolan
What to Expect Next Year in the Vegas Sphere: Insights from James DolanSince its grand opening in September 2023, the Las Vegas Sphere has...
Las Vegas Police Officer Exchanges Gunfire with Sex Assault Suspect: Charges Filed
Las Vegas Police Officer Exchanges Gunfire with Sex Assault Suspect: Charges FiledJaime Mendoza, 54, is facing seven charges after allegedly shooting at a Las...
VEGAS MUSIC NEWS: Sick New World Canceled – What Happened?
Sick New World Music Festival Canceled
Las Vegas music fans are in for a disappointment as the highly anticipated "Sick New World" music festival has...
Las Vegas Strip Uber Driver Identified: Self-Defense Shooter Theory
Las Vegas Strip Uber Driver Identified: Self-Defense Shooter TheoryAn Uber driver, Michael Wilmot, 50, was fatally shot in the torso after a road rage...
Luxury Watch Thefts at Fontainebleau Casino: Four Arrested
Luxury Watch Thefts at Fontainebleau Casino: Four ArrestedFour suspects were recently apprehended by police in connection with the theft of two expensive watches at...
Historic Holy Cow Casino in Lost Vegas: A Look Back at the Iconic Venue
The Holy Cow Casino and Brewery in Las Vegas has a rich history that dates back to 1955 when it was originally opened as...
Century Casinos Eyes Growth Opportunities in Missouri and Nevada
Century Casinos (NASDAQ: CNTY) has seen a significant increase in its stock price recently, with shares surging almost 36% in the past month. Analysts...
Support Las Vegas Charities and Nonprofits with Holiday Gifts
If you're looking for meaningful gift ideas this holiday season, why not consider supporting local charities and nonprofits in Las Vegas? There are many...
Adele’s $349 Vegas Live Album and Eagles’ Latest News: VEGAS MUSIC UPDATE
Adele recently wrapped up her 100th and final show at Caesars Palace, but fans can still relive the magic with her new limited-edition vinyl...
Las Vegas Strip Closed After Deadly Shooting: Updates and Traffic Restrictions
A tragic incident occurred on the Las Vegas Strip on Monday afternoon as a result of a road rage confrontation, authorities have reported. The...
Virgin Hotels Las Vegas Accused of Hiring Scabs During Culinary Union Strike
Virgin Hotels Las Vegas has faced accusations from the Culinary Union for hiring temporary replacement workers, also known as scabs, as around 700 hospitality...
Celebrity Chef Showdown: Jason Aldean vs. Blake Shelton in Vegas (Restaurant Update)
Country music fans can now enjoy a new dining experience in Las Vegas with the opening of Jason Aldean's Kitchen + Bar at 63...
Dennis Hof’s Love Ranch Brothel Demolished: What Happened Near Vegas?
Located 80 miles outside of Las Vegas in Nevada's Nye County, Dennis Hof's Love Ranch was recently demolished, marking the end of an era...
VIP Experience: Pizza & Wings for $653 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas
VIP Experience: Pizza & Wings for $653 at Allegiant Stadium in Las VegasIf you happen to be in a VIP box at Allegiant Stadium...
Strike at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas: Impact on Hospitality Workers
Several hundred Culinary Union members went on strike at the Virgin Hotels Las Vegas after failed negotiations with management. The strike began at 5...
Elon Musk’s Swing-State Sweepstakes Ruled Not a Lottery by Judge
Elon Musk’s recent initiative to give away $1 million daily to voters in crucial swing states ahead of the US presidential election has been...
Fertitta Unlikely to Pursue Wynn Takeover: Analyst Analysis
Tilman Fertitta, the CEO of Golden Nugget, recently increased his stake in Wynn Resorts to nearly 10%, sparking speculation about a possible takeover. However,...
UFC 309: Jones Takes Control in Trader Talk
The highly anticipated UFC 309 event is set to take place in New York tonight, with a focus on the main event featuring Jon...
Unforgettable Las Vegas Strip Experiences Lost to Time
Las Vegas is a city that is constantly changing, where history and traditions often take a backseat to profits. Many iconic experiences that were...
Tyson vs Paul Fight: Las Vegas Small-Scale Event Guide
Fans eagerly anticipating the Tyson vs. Paul fight on November 15 can get a taste of the action tonight at a smaller-scale event in...
Jacky Rosen Declared Winner of Nevada Senate Race
US Senator Jacky Rosen, a Democrat, emerged victorious in a closely contested race against Sam Brown in Nevada. The Associated Press projected her victory...
Venetian Guest Alleges Coma Due to Pants Mishap
In November 2022, Javier Marquez, a guest at the Venetian in Las Vegas, filed a lawsuit claiming that security officers at the casino resort...
Golden Entertainment Boosts Gaming Buyback Strategy
Golden Entertainment, the company operating The Strat casino hotel near the Las Vegas Strip, has decided to ramp up its share repurchase program. The...
Grand Sierra Resort Settles $250K Agreement with Nevada Gaming Commission
The Grand Sierra Resort in Reno has reached an agreement with the Nevada Gaming Commission (NGC) to pay a $250,000 settlement following a regulatory...
Authorities Investigating Assault on Las Vegas Election Worker
A temporary election worker in Las Vegas, Brandi Lapriore, was reportedly assaulted while waiting for a bus at a stop on Eastern Avenue on...
Nevada Regulator Awards $3 Million Tax Refund to Dotty’s Operator
The Nevada Gaming Commission (NGC) recently made a unanimous decision to refund $3.12 million in overpaid taxes to Nevada Restaurant Services Inc., the company...
Fiore Allegedly Defrauds Donors Including Lombardo – Nevada Independent
In 2019, former Las Vegas City Councilwoman Michele Fiore allegedly took donations meant for a fallen police officer's memorial and used them for personal...
Undocumented Immigrants in Nevada Contribute $500 Million in Taxes in 2022
Undocumented Immigrants in Nevada Contribute $500 Million in Taxes in 2022A recent study conducted by the Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy revealed that...
Harris Plans Tour of Battleground States with Running Mate – The Nevada Independent
Vice President Kamala Harris is preparing to tour battleground states with her yet-to-be-announced running mate. The tour will include stops in swing states such...
Kamala Harris’ Strong Ties to Nevada Could Boost 2024 Campaign
Kamala Harris has a strong connection to Nevada that could potentially boost her 2024 campaign. Throughout her time as a presidential candidate and now...
Balanced Public Lands Management Benefits Nevadans – The Nevada Independent
In Southern Nevada, we are lucky to be surrounded by beautiful landscapes and we understand how important the outdoor recreation industry is for our...
Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak at Caesars Palace Las Vegas: What You Need to Know
Two cases of Legionnaire’s disease are currently being investigated at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. The first case occurred in December 2023, followed by...
Rosen Refuses Debate Offer from The Nevada Independent
This year, we were excited about the prospect of hosting a televised U.S. Senate debate at our annual conference, IndyFest. We had successfully organized...
Harrismentum in Indy Elections: Analysis by The Nevada Independent
Indy Elections is a newsletter from The Nevada Independent that covers the 2024 elections, from the White House race to the Legislature bid. In...
Judge Dismisses GOP Lawsuit Against Nevada’s Post-Election Ballot Counting
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit brought by former President Donald Trump’s campaign and its allies that sought to end Nevada’s practice of...
High Electricity Costs Adding to Frustration for Las Vegas Residents
Residents in Las Vegas are facing high electricity costs due to the scorching temperatures reaching up to 120 degrees. Many locals, like Jose Alvarez,...
Horsford Joins Biden at Black Voter Event in Nevada
President Joe Biden traveled to Las Vegas to connect with Black and Latino voters during a two-day visit. Rep. Steven Horsford from Nevada, who...
Kennedy’s ‘Anti-Establishment’ Approach Highlighted at FreedomFest
Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who is striving to secure a spot on the Nevada presidential ballot, spoke at FreedomFest in Las...
Preparing for Rising Home Insurance Rates in Nevada Due to Climate Change
Climate change is no longer just in the air, water, and land of Nevadans. It is also in their home insurance policies.From record heat...
President Biden to Deliver Two Speeches in Las Vegas: Schedule and Details
President Joe Biden has some big plans for next week in Las Vegas, as he is scheduled to give two speeches in the area....
Record-breaking Heatwave Hits Las Vegas: 117 Degrees for Over an Hour
Today, Las Vegas is experiencing what could potentially be the hottest day in its weather history. The day started warm and is rapidly getting...
Far-right activist influences Washoe County School Board elections
The recent Washoe County School Board primary election results were seen as a positive outcome by Beth Smith, the board's president. Not only did...
The Killers’ Hit Song Mr. Brightside Inspired by Iconic Las Vegas Pub
Crown & Anchor British Pub, located at 1350 E. Tropicana Ave, has been a beloved spot for locals for over 30 years. Unfortunately, the...
Walking from Lake Tahoe to Carson City: A Day in Nevada’s Scenic Environment
Good morning, I'm Amy Alonzo, the environment reporter for The Indy. Today, I want to take you on a virtual journey along the new...
Federal Funding Boosts Lithium Workforce Development in Northern Nevada
A consortium led by UNR has been selected as one of the 31 Tech Hubs by the Commerce Department, which is a significant achievement...
Memories of The Mirage as it Prepares to Leave the Stage – The Nevada...
The Mirage, a legendary hotel and casino on the Las Vegas Strip, is preparing to close its doors and undergo a transformation into the...
Addressing Food Insecurity Crisis for Seniors in Nevada: Efforts and Challenges
The population of Nevadans aged 60 and older is projected to increase by 36 percent over the next decade, with an estimated 100,000 seniors...
Nevada Smashes Revenue Record with $1.32 Billion in May – GGB News
Nevada's gaming industry has once again broken records, with a total revenue of $1.32 billion in May. This marks the 39th consecutive month that...
Clark County Schools Cybersecurity Lawsuit Denied by Judge – The Nevada Independent
The judge's decision to deny the Clark County School District's motion to dismiss a class action lawsuit over a cybersecurity breach in 2023 came...