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Corey Levitan

Corey Levitan joined Casino.org in 2022 after a long career covering Las Vegas. He currently covers entertainment, dining and gaming news in Las Vegas.

Corey spent six years covering the Vegas Strip for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, where he also wrote the most popular humor column in the city’s history. (For “Fear and Loafing,” he tried out 176 Vegas jobs, including poker player, blackjack dealer and Follie Bergere dancer.)

Corey has won more than 100 local, state and national awards for his journalism, which has also appeared in Rolling Stone, New York Magazine and the New York Post.

Corey is a New York native whose hobbies include playing guitar, trying to be a better husband, and arguing with strangers on Facebook.

Contact Corey at corey@casino.org.

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2658 stories by Corey Levitan

‘When We Were Young’ Bands Rebooked By Local Las Vegas Promoters
October 22, 2022

‘When We Were Young’ Bands Rebooked By Local Las Vegas Promoters

Tens of thousands of punk and emo music fans were left bitterly disappointed on Saturday. That's when the opening day of the inaugural “When We Were Young” festival in Las Vegas was canceled by 60...

Written by Corey Levitan
Broadway Reacts to Times Square Casino Proposal
October 21, 2022

Broadway Reacts to Times Square Casino Proposal

The two main organizations representing Broadway theaters have issued conflicting statements about the impact they believe a proposed Caesars casino would have in Times Square. At issue are its potential effect on the theater district,...

Written by Corey Levitan
Las Vegas Journalist’s Murder Suspect Indicted – Update
October 20, 2022

Las Vegas Journalist’s Murder Suspect Indicted – Update

A grand jury indicted former Clark County Public Administrator Robert Telles on Thursday for the murder of Las Vegas Review-Journal investigative reporter Jeff German. Telles, 45, was indicted on one count of murder with a...

Written by Corey Levitan
DJ Steve Aoki Pizzeria Joins Aria Las Vegas Food Hall Lineup
October 20, 2022

DJ Steve Aoki Pizzeria Joins Aria Las Vegas Food Hall Lineup

PizzAoki, the pizzeria chain from superstar DJ Steve Aoki, is among a trio of new dining additions just announced for Proper Eats, the food hall opening this winter at Aria Las Vegas. Aoki – the...

Written by Corey Levitan
Las Vegas Casino Guard Murder Suspect Takes Plea Deal — Update
October 19, 2022

Las Vegas Casino Guard Murder Suspect Takes Plea Deal — Update

UPDATE: Pedro Lizano, 35, who faced a murder charge in the death of Las Vegas hotel security guard Randall Lyons, 67, has taken a plea deal that could put him in prison for 2-8 years....

Written by Corey Levitan
Millennials Play Bingo More Than Any Other Age Group: Survey
October 19, 2022

Millennials Play Bingo More Than Any Other Age Group: Survey

According to a surprising new survey, the stereotype in your head of a typical bingo player probably needs a refresh. Bingo players with blue hair may also sport nose rings and tattoos. Milwaukee’s Potawatomi Hotel...

Written by Corey Levitan
Bubba Wallace Suspended from NASCAR Series For Intentional Vegas Crash
October 18, 2022

Bubba Wallace Suspended from NASCAR Series For Intentional Vegas Crash

Bubba Wallace received a one-race suspension from NASCAR on Tuesday. That's after an investigation determined he deliberately spun reigning Cup champion Kyle Larson during the NASCAR Cup Series race in Las Vegas on Sunday. On...

Written by Corey Levitan
Bad Elf Pop-Up Bar Returns to Silverton Las Vegas
October 18, 2022

Bad Elf Pop-Up Bar Returns to Silverton Las Vegas

For the second year, the Shady Grove Lounge at Las Vegas’ Silverton Casino Hotel will transform into the Bad Elf Pop-Up Bar over the holiday season. From Nov. 4 to Jan. 2, this nascent alcoholic...

Written by Corey Levitan
Chef Alon Shaya, James Beard Winner, To Open Israeli Eatery at Wynn
October 18, 2022

Chef Alon Shaya, James Beard Winner, To Open Israeli Eatery at Wynn

Multiple James Beard-winning Mediterranean chef Alon Shaya is opening a new restaurant at the Wynn. The as-yet-unnamed eatery will launch sometime next winter in the 14,000-square-foot space, formerly home to Wynn’s Tryst and Intrigue nightclubs....

Written by Corey Levitan
Kevin Hart Appearing in Las Vegas on New Year’s Eve – Lock Up Your Phones
October 17, 2022

Kevin Hart Appearing in Las Vegas on New Year’s Eve – Lock Up Your Phones

Comedian Kevin Hart has announced that he will usher in the New Year in Las Vegas. His "Reality Check: New Year's Eve Experience" show will grace Resorts World on December 31 and January 1 at...

Written by Corey Levitan