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Nevada Judge Allows Steve Wynn Defamation Lawsuit Against Former Salon Director to Proceed
Steve Wynn is suing former Wynn Las Vegas salon director Jorgen Nielsen on grounds that he purposely made false statements to media outlets regarding the billionaire's alleged sexual misconduct. Attorneys for Nielsen requested the court dismiss...
Hurricane Florence Wreaks Havoc on Carolinas, But Harrah’s Cherokee Resorts, Casino Boats Spared
Hurricane Florence, now downgraded to a tropical depression, is responsible for the deaths of at least 18 people in the Carolinas. The deadly storm has finally moved north, as Carolinians begin the painful and costly...
Caesars Entertainment Files Flamingo, Cromwell Trademark Protections in Macau
Caesars Entertainment is focused post-bankruptcy on expanding its portfolio internationally, and trademark protection filings made this week in Macau show the company remains interested in the world's richest gambling hub. The Macau News Agency reports...
NASCAR Believes Sports Betting Could Grow Interest in Auto Racing
The 2018 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs begin this weekend with the South Point 400 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. And with the Strip roughly 15 miles south, and sportsbooks littered throughout the area,...
Mega Moolah Jackpot Surpasses $21M, Will Set Guinness World Record for Largest Online Slot Payout
The Mega Moolah online progressive slot jackpot now stands at more than $21.5 million, which means when one lucky gambler finally hits it, the payout will mark a new Guinness World Record. Operated by Isle...
Caesars CEO Mark Frissora Says Parking Fees Have No Impact on Las Vegas Tourism
Caesars Entertainment CEO Mark Frissora said this week that Strip parking fees, which have generated a strong backlash from some analysts and visitors, have no discernible impact on Las Vegas tourism. Frissora was speaking in...
Las Vegas Raiders Stadium Designed With Super Bowl in Mind, Officials Optimistic Venue Can Host Big Game
The Las Vegas Raiders are scheduled to begin playing in Sin City at the start of the 2020 NFL season. Soon after they do, the odds are growing strong that the $1.8 billion stadium will...
NYPD Vice Squad Detectives Among Cops Implicated in Boroughs Underground Sex and Gambling Ring Sting
Seven New York Police Department (NYPD) officers -- including several vice squad detectives -- have been charged with abetting an illegal gambling and prostitution ring that's been in operation for several years in Brooklyn and...
Caesars Entertainment CEO Mark Frissora’s Days Could Be Numbered, Hedge Fund Owners Unhappy with Revenue Drops
Caesars Entertainment shareholders have seen their valuations decline nearly 17 percent in 2018, and several activist hedge funds that control a substantial portion of the casino operator are becoming discontent with the company's leadership, specifically...
Atlantic City’s Ocean Resort Casino Tells Hurricane Florence Evacuees They Can Stay for Free
Update: Ocean Resort tweeted Thursday afternoon that the hotel is sold out of complimentary rooms through Saturday. The casino says hurricane evacuees will be offered free accommodations Sunday through Thursday (9/16-9/20). Ocean Resort Casino in Atlantic...
