2587 stories by Ed Silverstein
Cherokee Casino Drunk Guest Allegedly Sexually Assaulted by Oklahoma Cop
An Oklahoma police officer was arrested last week on a rape charge after he gave an allegedly drunk woman a ride home from Cherokee Casino. The two later had oral sex, according to statements given to police. West Siloam Springs Police Department...
Proposed Charitable Casino in Concord, N.H. Leads to Controversy, Petition
Many Concord, N.H. residents voiced criticisms about a conditionally-approved charitable casino during a Wednesday public hearing before the city’s Planning Board. There are worries over the small venue’s impact on the environment, increased traffic, and other negatives that come with a new...
Las Vegas Crime Round Up: NFL’s Alvin Kamara, Chris Lammons Indicted
Alvin Kamara, a running back for the New Orleans Saints, Chris Lammons, a Cincinnati Bengals cornerback, and two other men were indicted on Wednesday for a 2022 assault outside of a Las Vegas Strip nightclub. Kamara, Lammons, Christopher Young, and Percy Harris...
Jackpot: Aliante Casino Player Wins $254K, Other Valentine’s Week Winners
A local player at Las Vegas’ Aliante Casino Hotel Spa won a $254,212.71 jackpot on Tuesday night. His win is just one of a group of Valentine's week jackpots recently announced. The Aliante winner was identified as “Deven.” He played a 25-cent...
Wynn Las Vegas Guest Allegedly Misspent $10M in Client Funds for Hotel Room, Casino Gambling
The president of a California lending business allegedly tapped into more than $10M in client money to pay for her extravagant living costs at the Wynn Las Vegas for six months. She also was using the cash for gambling 24/7, according to...
Las Vegas Crime Round Up: New Charge for Actor, Possible Death Penalty for Officer Killing
Nathan Chasing Horse is facing another charge in a widespread sex crimes investigation. The "Dances with Wolves” actor and reputed cult leader is the subject of an additional warrant for aggravated sexual assault of a child, according to Las Vegas TV station...
Casino Crime Round Up: Massachusetts Casinos Accept Improper Bets, Casino Winners Attacked
Massachusetts regulators have launched an investigation into improper wagers at two casinos. The bets were made on in-state collegiate basketball games. It was revealed last week that Encore Boston Harbor self-reported bets on a Boston College women’s basketball game, and Plainridge Park...
Las Vegas-Bound Leaky Pipeline Fixed, Fuel To Flow Again
The damaged pipeline that supplies Las Vegas and the rest of Southern Nevada with gasoline and diesel fuel was repaired this weekend. Fuel was to start flowing again, officials said on Saturday. The pipeline operator, Kinder Morgan, a Houston-based energy company, said...
Las Vegas Crime Round Up: Metro Cops Increase Patrol On Super Bowl Sunday, Funds Raised to Address Sex Trafficking
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) officers will be out in force for Super Bowl Sunday, looking for intoxicated drivers. The selective enforcement will include anywhere from 30 to 35 officers. They will be on patrol from 5 p.m. Sunday to 3...
State of Emergency Declared in Las Vegas After Crucial Fuel Pipeline Leak, Shut Down
Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo (R) and Clark County officials declared a state of emergency Friday night after a leak in California led to the shutdown of a crucial pipeline that brings fuel to Las Vegas and the rest of Southern Nevada. The...
