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 Strip, may face the death penalty if convicted. The incident,...
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 Vegas has been crowned the most prestigious casino hotel in...
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 MGM Grand in Las Vegas due to multiple health code...
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 to shellfish contamination in a meal he had ordered. This...
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 of locals and tourists alike. From buried bodies in Hoover...
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 field has debunked this myth, revealing a surprising new contender...
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 significant legal outcome. Daniel Lehi, a 44-year-old resident of Towaoc,...
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 and MGM Grand, has lost his gaming license following a...
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 side of the law last Saturday in Las Vegas. According...
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 action movie when a man, Jaime Mendoza, led the police...
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 recently made a significant announcement that is bound to shake...
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 made waves as the most innovative event venue globally. While...
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 Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) officer following a high-speed chase...
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 been canceled. The festival was set to take place for...
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 incident on the Las Vegas Strip last week. Authorities are...
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 Club LIV in the Fontainebleau Las Vegas.The IncidentsThe first incident...
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 Foxy's Deli, becoming the first restaurant on the Strip to...
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 are optimistic about the company's growth prospects, particularly in Missouri...
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 organizations in the Valley dedicated to making a positive impact...
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 box set. The "Weekends With Adele Live in Las Vegas...
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 victim, who remains unidentified, was fatally shot in the neck...
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 workers went on strike last Friday. The hotel, however, has...
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 CityCenter. The restaurant, set to open on December 2nd, is...
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 for the infamous brothel. Hof, who was already known as...
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 in Las Vegas, make sure to take a stroll to...
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 a.m. PT on Friday, and picket lines are set up...
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 ruled by a Philadelphia judge to not be a lottery....
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, according to analyst John DeCree, Fertitta is more likely to...
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 Jones defending his heavyweight title against Stipe Miocic. Jones, despite...
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 once synonymous with the famous Las Vegas Strip are now...
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 Las Vegas. The Nerd Bar in downtown Vegas will be...
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 on Friday night, with a lead of 20,571 votes over...
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 pushed him to the ground, resulting in a coma that...
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 company's board of directors approved adding $100 million to its...
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 complaint. The complaint was filed by the Nevada Gaming Control...
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 October 26. According to Lapriore, the attacker punched her in...
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 behind Dotty’s gaming taverns. This decision also included forgoing claims...
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 expenses, including rent. One of the donors was Gov. Joe...
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 undocumented immigrants in Nevada contributed over $500 million in state...
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 as Pennsylvania and Nevada, as her campaign gains momentum. Harris...
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 as vice president, Harris has made numerous visits to the...
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 local economies. As a local elected official in the West,...
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 another case in June 2024. The Southern Nevada Health District...
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 a gubernatorial debate at our 2022 event and were looking...
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 today’s edition, the focus is on the uncertainty among Nevada...
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 counting mail ballots received up to four days after Election...
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, are feeling the financial burden of keeping their homes cool...
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 is the chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus, joined Biden...
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 Vegas, presenting himself as an alternative to major party candidates...
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 in Las Vegas to wildfires on 138 acres in Sparks,...
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. These speeches are part of his campaign swing through Texas...
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 hotter. The morning low at Harry Reid International Airport, the...
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 voters re-elect Smith, but they also rejected candidates supported by...
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 iconic pub has recently closed its doors, leaving behind a...
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 Capital to Tahoe Trail in Nevada. This trail spans 9.8...
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 as less than 10% of applications received this designation for...
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 Hard Rock Las Vegas. This iconic property was built in...
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 in need of food assistance by 2025. Due to the...
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 the state has surpassed the $1 billion mark in gaming...
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 as a surprise, especially since she had previously indicated a...