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Don't expect any extra taxis this weekend in Las Vegas
10 April 2012
With a major convention coming into town, the Nevada Taxicab Authority opted not increase the number of taxis on the street, giving cabbies who feel there are already too many taxis in Vegas a big victory.
Chance of a lifetime to play blackjack with Nickelback in Las Vegas9 April 2012
Lucky fan will stay at the MGM Grand and play blackjack with Nickelback.
MGM Resorts plans zip lines for south Strip6 April 2012
MGM Resorts are planning three zip lines to connect the Luxor to the Excalibur.
Cantor Gaming to operate Palms' poker room5 April 2012
The new poker room will have eight tables and be integrated into the look of the new sports book, which Cantor Gaming also operates.
John L. Smith: Macau's reputation doesn't seem to bother Nevada gaming licensees5 April 2012
Smith wonders how long it will take for the shady side of Macau to haunt Las Vegas-based casino operators.
Clark County orders study of Las Vegas Strip pedestrian congestion4 April 2012
Examples of potential safety issues degrading the Strip's brand were presented to the Clark County Commission on Tuesday.
Most of casino owner's lawsuit against Fremont Street Experience dismissed4 April 2012
Much of a casino owner's lawsuit that included a broad challenge to the way the Fremont Street Experience is governed has been dismissed.
Allegiant to charge up to $35 for carry on bag4 April 2012
Allegiant's new carry on fee varies by route and ranges from $10 to $30.
Wynn Las Vegas launches new consumer website2 April 2012
WynnLasVegas.com lets users easily explore the resort's rooms, restaurant choices, show reservations and other amenities.
Strip goes dark again for Earth Hour2 April 2012
Casinos on the Las Vegas Strip powered down for an hour Saturday to display their commitment to addressing climate change.
Bally to introduce Beach Boys slots next week28 March 2012
Bally Technologies will have a prominent presence at NIGA’s Indian Gaming 2012 Tradeshow and Convention in San Diego next week.
MGM Resorts to seek alternative Mass. location28 March 2012
MGM Resorts International has abandoned a proposed casino site in Massachusetts but plans to look for another location in the western part of the state.
WMS files for Nevada online gaming license28 March 2012
Slot machine giant WMS Industries became the latest land-based company to apply for an online gambling license in Nevada on Tuesday.
Two downtown Vegas properties announce remodels27 March 2012
The Golden Gate has unveiled the first phase of its renovation just a few days following the name-change announcement from its sister property, the D Las Vegas.
Golden Gate in Vegas to undergo major renovation26 March 2012
Vegas' oldest casino to undergo its first renovation in 50 years.
Hard Rock Las Vegas launches loyalty program26 March 2012
The Hard Rock Hotel's Backstage Pass rewards program lets customers earn points for every dollar spent -- gaming and nongaming -- at the off-Strip hotel-casino.
Jimmy Buffett approved for Nevada gaming license23 March 2012
The Nevada Gaming Commission approved gaming licenses for singer Buffett and his company, Margaritaville Holdings.
Stratosphere parent trims net loss23 March 2012