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Wynn Las Vegas has completed its lineup of chefs to run the new hotel's fine-dining restaurants.

News Brief: The Michigan Gaming Control Board still hasn't received an application to transfer ownership in either MGM Grand casino or MotorCity Casino, but one is expected by week's end, the board's executive director said Monday.

International News Brief: Just when it looked as if the Tourism Committee of the Mexican Chamber of Deputies would observe its deadline, those opposed to casinos have once again delayed the so-called process.

News Brief: Ameristar Casino Vicksburg general manager Ray Neilsen recently joined with the company's employees to donate more than $114,000 to Methodist Rehabilitation Center.

Boomtown Casino and Hotel Reno’s $75,000 Diamond Giveaway has just awarded dazzling Hearts on Fire and other diamond jewelry in the first drawing.

The Grand Casinos in Mississippi may get new names with their parent company's pending acquisition by Harrah's Entertainment.

News Brief: More than half of Canadians think playing Internet poker for cash is unacceptable, suggests a new Decima poll.

Tropicana Casino and Resort announced the implementation of a dress code for guests visiting The Quarter, Tropicana's new $280 million addition.

The final hand was dealt and Kathy Liebert pulled it off for the women, winning Poker Royale: Battle Of The Sexes on GSN.

Resorts reports caming revenues for Q4 were $54.8 million, compared to $46.9 million for Q4 2003. Net revenues for the quarter were $50.6 million, compared to $44.0 million in the prior year.

Powered by strong drink sales at its new nightclub, Body English, the Hard Rock hotel-casino enjoyed a solid fourth quarter, company leaders said Thursday.

The Texas economy suffered another blow when Louisiana Downs recently announced an increase in the average 2005 daily purse offerings up to $210,000.

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino announces an impressive weekend lineup to celebrate the hotel's 10th Anniversary.

A Nevada court decision that awarded millions after finding that sick casino workers who opted to work rather than take unpaid time off contributed to a virus outbreak is not likely to change benefits policies.

News Brief: Penny slots are now Kansas City's most popular casino game.

The Palms Casino Resort is embarking on a new era of growth that will change the skyline surrounding its landmark location.

News Brief: The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino will add 225 slot machines, replacing its high-stakes bingo parlor, which had helped put the tribe on the gaming map.

International News Brief: Casino Windsor's revenue plummeted 13.6 per cent during the three months ending Dec. 31, 2004, the third straight quarter of falling income.

A single ticket, which was purchased in Rowlett, Texas, matched all six Mega Millions numbers to win a $112 million jackpot.

Rudi Schiffer gives the lowdown on the latest news from the resorts in Tunica, Mississippi.