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Virgin Hotels Las Vegas Gets Preliminary OK for New Management, Worker Strike Continues
A new entity got initial regulatory approval this week to manage daily operations at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) on Wednesday backed having an operation called “C&C 4455” take over routine management at the off-Strip property, according...
Accused Hustler Casino Robber Charged with Violent Holdups
A man who allegedly threatened, assaulted, and robbed a woman in the parking lot outside of California’s Hustler Casino was arrested on several charges this week. Oshae Pollard, 21, of Los Angeles, was charged for brazenly robbing the victim at the Gardena...
Man Who Shot at Vegas Cops Had Kidnapped, Bound, and Sexually Assaulted Prostitute, Prosecutors Reveal
The man who led Las Vegas cops on a Friday night chase before crashing his vehicle in a casino parking lot before shooting at an officer had abducted and sexually assaulted a sex worker hours before the shooting, authorities said. The November...
Jackpot News Roundup: Thanksgiving Provides Many Generous Payouts at US Casinos
Thanksgiving has proven to be a lucky time for visitors to gaming properties nationwide. A woman named Carlina had reason to be especially thankful after winning about $617K at California’s Eagle Mountain Casino. The $617,150.11 payout for the Central Valley resident is...
Sex Assault Suspect Charged After Gunfire Exchanged With Las Vegas Police Officer
The man who allegedly shot at a Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) officer on Friday night after a high-speed chase was charged this week. Jaime Mendoza, 54, faces seven counts following the North Las Vegas confrontation and earlier reported sex assault...
Suspected Shooter of Vegas Uber Driver Has History of Threatening, Reckless Driving: Report
The woman accused of shooting and killing an Uber driver on the Las Vegas Strip following a road rage incident last month previously threatened someone with a gun at a restaurant, news reports revealed. In May, the 24-year-old female allegedly grabbed and...
New Charitable Casino Approved in New Hampshire
Salem, New Hampshire’s planning board last week gave the go-ahead to place a charitable gaming property in a former Lord & Taylor store. By a five-to-two vote, officials approved the use at The Mall at Rockingham Park. The Live! Casino will cost about...
Las Vegas Crime News Roundup: M Casino Visitor Struck With Bat
A woman suffered head injuries after being struck with a bat at Henderson, Nev.’s M Resort Spa & Casino on Sunday. The unnamed victim was taken to a local hospital for emergency treatment but there was no word on the extent of...
Las Vegas Cops Arrest ‘Armed and Dangerous’ Suspect Who Allegedly Fired Gun at Officers
A 54-year-old man was apprehended by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) on Sunday two days after he exchanged gunfire with officers. The shooter, identified as Jaime Mendoza, was described as being “armed and dangerous,” during the weekend manhunt. Chase Ended...
New Hampshire Administrative Judge Says Andy Sanborn’s Casino License Can Be Revoked
A New Hampshire judge ruled last week the license of casino owner Andy Sanborn apparently can be revoked in what's the latest twist in the continuing controversy. With the ruling, New Hampshire Lottery Commission officials can proceed with revoking the license for...
