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Reporter: Ed Silverstein

Ed Silverstein was a senior reporter covering gambling law and crime news for Casino.org. Ed was an award-winning journalist with credits ranging from the Associated Press to American Lawyer Media.

Ed joined the Casino.org news team in 2019 after decades of experience in legal reporting. He passed away in February 2025, leaving behind a legacy of impactful journalism and a deep respect within the industry.

His past reporting and editing assignments include Cowles Business Media, Columbia University Press, the Connecticut Post, and Southern Connecticut Newspapers, Inc.

Besides the law and its application to the gaming industry, Ed’s areas of expertise spanned business, politics, education, and state and local government.

Ed held an undergraduate degree from the University of Connecticut and master’s degrees from Harvard and Yale. His professional awards include recognition from the New England Press Association and New England AP News Executives.

Ed resided in Connecticut, where he enjoyed photography and bowling in his spare time.

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2587 stories by Ed Silverstein

$100K Luxury Watch Stolen From Las Vegas Hotel Room, Alleged Prostitute Charged

An alleged prostitute swiped a Patek Philippe watch from a man at a Las Vegas Strip hotel Saturday, cops revealed. The watch is valued at about $100,000. The man believes he was drugged by the suspect. The woman, later identified as Sarah...

Ed Silverstein June 8, 2022

Baltimore’s Horseshoe Casino Garage Scene of Violent Assault, Attempted BMW Theft

Armed men tried to steal a 2021 BMW from the garage at Horseshoe Casino Baltimore early Monday. The 35-year-old victim was assaulted, but refused to hand over his car keys. The two robbers then fled the fourth floor of the garage without...

Ed Silverstein June 7, 2022

Montana Deputy, Officer Disciplined For Casino Violence Caught on Graphic Video

A local deputy recently was formally reprimanded for actions in January while off-duty at Montana’s Grandstand Sports Bar and Casino. The move follows the suspension of an off-duty police officer who was at the same Billings venue. The deputy, identified as Yellowstone...

Ed Silverstein June 7, 2022

Iowa’s Catfish Bend Casino Let Four-Year-Old on Gaming Floor, Fine Follows

Catfish Bend Casino recently was fined a total of $40,000 by Iowa’s Racing and Gaming Commission (IRGC) for twice letting minors onto the casino floor. In one incident, a four-year-old child sat on an adult’s lap and pushed buttons on a gambling...

Ed Silverstein June 5, 2022

Priscilla Presley Admits ‘Confusion’ Over Fees from Las Vegas Wedding Chapels

Elvis Presley’s widow, Priscilla Presley, has made varying statements on the Authentic Brands Group (ABG) initiative to have Las Vegas wedding chapels pay partnership fees for using his persona. She admits there has been “confusion” about the move. She also said it...

Ed Silverstein June 5, 2022

Reno’s Atlantis Casino Parking Lot Killing Under Investigation by Nevada Cops

Reno, Nev. police are continuing to search for the killer of a man at the Atlantis Casino Resort Spa parking lot. The victim suffered at least one gunshot wound Friday night. Cops were notified about the shooting at about 11 pm. EMTs...

Ed Silverstein June 4, 2022

Strat Dealer Apprehended for Alleged Cheating at Las Vegas Baccarat Table

A one-time baccarat dealer at The Strat Casino appeared in court this week for allegedly cheating at the Las Vegas venue. She denied any wrongdoing. She was booked on a cheating in a gambling establishment charge. After being placed in jail, the...

Ed Silverstein June 3, 2022

California Casino Death Leads to Jury Trial for Manslaughter, Victim Fell Onto Casino Floor

The March fatal fight at California’s Feather Falls Casino & Lodge was tied to a love triangle, court testimony revealed this week. The victim was allegedly pushed into a slot machine and then wound up on the gaming floor, where he died....

Ed Silverstein June 3, 2022

Live! Casino Rodeo To Provide Formidable Challenges in Pennsylvania, That’s No Bull

Pro bull riding will be on display this weekend during an outdoor rodeo at the Live! Casino Pittsburgh.  Among the bulls taking part is Proctor’s Pride. No one has ever ridden him for at least eight seconds on the Professional Bull Riders...

Ed Silverstein June 3, 2022

Downtown Las Vegas Wheel of Fortune Slots Continue to Pay $1M-Plus Jackpots

A mystery player won over $1.3M on a slot machine at the Golden Gate Hotel & Casino on Thursday morning. The historic Fremont Street gaming venue is located in downtown Las Vegas. The jackpot was $1,342,414.70. It was won on a Wheel...

Ed Silverstein June 3, 2022