496 stories by Larry Henry
Knife Attack in Las Vegas’ Glitter Gulch Lands Suspect in Jail: Report
A 39-year-old transient is behind bars, facing charges of stabbing a man in the downtown Las Vegas casino district, according to a news report. Steven Revell was booked into the Clark County Detention Center, accused of stabbing a Nebraska man three times...
Vegas Golden Knights Owner Looking to ‘Dominate’ iGaming Industry: Report
Vegas Golden Knights owner Bill Foley plans to enter the online gaming industry and wants his company to “dominate” it, according to a published report. Foley’s company, Foley Trasimene Acquisition Corp. II, announced plans this week to merge with Paysafe Group Holdings...
Palazzo Latest Las Vegas Resort to Close Hotel Tower During Tourism Slump
The Palazzo at the Venetian Resort is the latest property on the Las Vegas Strip to temporarily close its hotel rooms because of low consumer demand. Effective immediately, the Palazzo tower suites will be closed every day of the week. This shutdown...
Las Vegas Investor Tony Hsieh’s Final Months Marked by Drugs, Alcohol, Fire Fascination: Report
Las Vegas investor Tony Hsieh was on a starvation diet, had a fascination with fire, and was using drugs and alcohol toward the end of his life, according to a Wall Street Journal story. He also was planning to seek help. Hsieh, a tech guru...
Las Vegas Casinos Can Restore Magic of Earlier Era by Reconnecting With Customers: Gaming Expert
By getting back to “personalized attention,” Las Vegas casinos can recapture the magic that defined the famous Rat Pack era from decades ago, says a gaming historian. David G. Schwartz told Casino.org the personal attention that smaller casinos like the now-demolished Sands...
Singing Star Jewel Sent ‘Blunt’ Letter to Las Vegas Investor Tony Hsieh Before His Death: Report
The recording star Jewel sent ex-Zappos CEO Tony Hsieh a “blunt” letter months ago, warning that he risked going from “eccentric to madness,” according to a published report. Hsieh, credited with transforming downtown Las Vegas, died last month after a Connecticut house...
Casino Winnings Decline in Louisiana Amid Hurricane, COVID-19 Setbacks
Destructive hurricanes and the coronavirus pandemic led to a falloff in recent casino winnings in Louisiana. Casino gaming revenue fell 17.8% in the Bayou State in October 2020 compared to the same month last year. That's according to the latest figures from...
Las Vegas Investor Tony Hsieh Leaves Reported $840M Fortune But No Will: Court Filing
Ex-Zappos CEO Tony Hsieh did not have a will when he died Friday, leaving an estimated $840-million fortune. This is according to a court document filed in Las Vegas on the family's behalf to protect his estate. The 46-year-old tech guru and...
Plaza Casino Unveils Downtown Las Vegas Redevelopment Plans
The Plaza Hotel and Casino in downtown Las Vegas plans to convert a soon-to-be vacated bus terminal into a space for entertainment and more. The move is yet another step in reviving the historic downtown casino district. The Greyhound bus terminal, on...
Las Vegas Investor Tony Hsieh ‘Trapped’ or ‘Barricaded’ During Deadly Connecticut Fire: Reports
Las Vegas investor Tony Hsieh did not respond to rescuers asking him to open the door to a storage shed where he was found in a Connecticut fire, according to media accounts. Hsieh, 46, died Friday, nine days after the blaze at...
