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Casino Workers Struggle to Fill Layoff Void

News Brief: Casino workers are struggling with more work as a result of recent workplace cutbacks.

Fears Slow Flow of Japanese Tourists to Vegas

A cultural need for security is the main reason that Japanese tourists are staying away from Las Vegas, experts say, and the primary reason Japan Airlines is considering suspending nonstop service between Tokyo and Las Vegas for three months.

Casino Security a Top Priority

Front-line employees from valet attendants and front-desk personnel to dealers and cocktail waitresses are being asked to be on the lookout for anything suspicious at their properties.

Secret FBI Wiretap Revealed in Binion Slaying

The FBI secretly obtained permission in December 1999 to wiretap members of a criminal organization to see whether any of them participated in the slaying of casino figure, Ted Binion, 14 months earlier.

Reno Casino Closure Spurs Controversy

Park Place Entertainment closed the 23-year-old Flamingo hotel-casino in Reno on Tuesday, leaving 1,048 people without work during one of the slowest times of year in the Northern Nevada job market.

Japan Airlines Moving to Suspend Vegas-Tokyo Flights

Japan Airlines is moving to suspend its three-year-old nonstop air service between Tokyo and Las Vegas -- a move that will inflict even more pain on the Las Vegas tourism and gambling industries.

Desert Inn Tower Imploded to Make Way for Wynn's Le Reve

One of the Desert Inn's towers was brought down by booming explosions this morning, closing a chapter in the life of the historic property that is being transformed into Steve Wynn's new Le Reve megaresort.

Gaming Industry Unconcerned About Terrorism Bill

There is little concern that a money laundering bill passed by the House will hurt casinos, gaming industry officials say.

Wynn Wrapping Up Design of Le Reve

Steve Wynn said Friday he's in the final stages of designing Le Reve, his newest megaresort on the Las Vegas Strip and that he won't seek out financing until he's finished.

Gaming Leaders to be Honored

William "Si" Redd, founder of slot machine giant International Game Technology Inc., and Steve Wynn, former chairman and chief executive officer of Mirage Resorts Inc. will be the amongst the first honorees of the newly created Nevada Business Hall of Fame.

Union Chief: Casinos Rehiring Back Workers Too Slowly

Las Vegas casino resorts aren't hiring back laid-off workers as rapidly as tourists are returning, a local labor leader says.

Remote Casino Gambling Technology is Advancing

Station Casinos has developed technology that enables players to gamble remotely through video terminals, wireless pads, television sets and home computers.

Casino Executive: One Too Many Trade Shows

All in all, this week's World Gaming Congress trade show lacked the oomph of the competing Global Gaming Expo held last month, according to a top casino industry executive.

Nevada Commission Approve Hyatt's HCC New President

News Brief: Richard Lee Schulze was approved Thursday for a Nevada gambling license as head of the multibillionaire Pritzker family's HCC Corp., which owns casinos in Las Vegas and Lake Tahoe.

Barden's Ideas to Turn Fitzgeralds Around

Detroit businessman Don Barden has some ideas on how to turn around the Fitzgeralds hotel-casino in downtown Las Vegas, which he purchased out of bankruptcy court.

Wireless Service Devices Coming to Casinos

Aside from improving customer service, orders taken from mobile devices or wireless terminals will stimulate a higher volume of business for the resort, said InfoGenesis' Vice President.

Boxing Legend Interested in Casino Deals

Former boxing champion Sugar Ray Leonard said Thursday he's interested in pursuing a casino project in Las Vegas, should the right opportunity present itself.

Steve Wynn Talks about Plans for 'Le Reve'

Steve Wynn today confirmed the name of his new resort, on the site of the Desert Inn, will be "Le Reve," a hotel marked by another show created by the designer of Bellagio's "O" production.

Panelist: Casinos Won't Leave Security to Chance

According to security experts, Las Vegas casinos have broadened their security efforts in the aftermath of the Sept.11 suicide hijackings.

Fitzgeralds Buyer Approved by Gaming Board

The Nevada Gaming Control Board unanimously recommended approval for Don Barden to acquire Fitzgeralds hotel-casino. He would be the first black business person to wholly own a major Nevada gaming resort.

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