DraftKings, FanDuel agree to abandon Nevada in favor of prediction markets It’s part of an agreement with state gaming regulators, who disapprove of prediction markets. @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/draf...

Crowded portfolio: Seven casinos in Las Vegas, Laughlin and Pahrump bought by VICI A $1.16 billion buyout and merger leaves Golden Entertainment founder Sartini in charge of the operations. Also, M Resort’s hotel expansion opens Dec. 1. @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/crow...

As cashless gaming spreads, how are Nevada regulators making sure it’s safe? Questions arose after a new system that allows slot machine players to fund gaming through a QR code was unveiled at G2E. @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/as-c...

Airlines cancel 35 Friday flights at Vegas airport after shutdown-related FAA order Reid Airport is among 40 markets facing a volume reduction as air traffic controllers go unpaid. It could bring disruptions ahead of F1 and Thanksgiving. @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/faa-...

Indy Gaming: Ralenkotter boosted Vegas tourism, but a former Strip CEO's company helped push him out Visitation grew fivefold over four decades, but the late Sheldon Adelson wanted the LVCVA abolished. Also, Bally’s project needs a money source @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/rale...

Vegas Strip gaming revenue falls in September as tourism, airline traffic keeps tumbling Resort operators acknowledged some prices were “over their skis” and said they’ve responded to customer complaints, but defend Vegas as a great value. @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/vega...

Indy Gaming: As one prediction market leaves Nevada, others double down DraftKings buys a prediction market company, while another said it will end its business in the Silver State (for now). Also, Air France is coming to Vegas. @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/as-o...

Shuttered Eastside Cannery casino to be demolished, Boyd Gaming announces The Boulder Strip casino has been closed for more than five years. The company plans to sell the real estate for residential use. @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/shut...

Big Apple casino prospects sour for Nevada gaming companies The surprise departure of MGM Resorts from the New York City casino process baffles analysts and local leaders. @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/big-...

Tremendous panel at #IndyFest2025 Gaming leaders Phil Satre, chairman of Wynn Resorts, and Ayesha Molino, COO of MGM Resorts, will discuss the past, present and future of the industry. Link to tickets: one.bidpal.net/indyfest2025... Nov. 14-15 at Durango Casino Resort @thenvindy.com

Casino equipment provider simplifies cashless gaming technology to a QR code In this week’s Indy Gaming, Vegas-based Acres Manufacturing unveils new cashless advancement at G2E. Also, can AI assist with casino compliance? @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/casi...

After major merger, IGT returns to Vegas and unveils ‘new’ look at G2E In this week’s Indy Gaming, the industry’s largest trade show served as a launch pad for IGT’s products and services. Also, the gaming tax deduction fix slows. @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/afte...

Prediction markets weren’t at G2E. Here’s why they dominated gaming industry discussions Discussion at the tradeshow and conference focused on the legal battles and debate over the disruption brought by Kalshi and other financial exchanges. @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/pred...

Tourism leader Rossi Ralenkotter, known for ‘unparalleled’ love of Vegas, dies at 78 The former LVCVA CEO succumbed to cancer after a 16-year fight. He established Las Vegas as an international brand, and tourism grew fivefold during his career @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/tour...

Sandoval teams with Reno officials to bridge the divide between UNR’s campus into the downtown area In this week’s Indy Gaming, downtown Reno will have new non-gaming attractions and UNR student housing. Also, Spirit Airlines is furlougs 100s. @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/sand...

As tourism slips, Reno casinos borrow from Vegas, lean into non-gaming attractions From a 10,000-seat sports arena to new restaurants and an art plaza, casinos look to boost their bottom lines amid stiff competition for gamblers. @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/as-t...

Baccarat is keeping Strip gaming revenue above water. What will boost visitation? In this week’s Indy Gaming, as panic sets in over falling tourism stats, deals to entice visitors debut. Also, tribal gaming leader Stevens dies. @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/bacc...

Bally’s finally shares plans for retail, casino outside of future A’s Las Vegas stadium Company CEO Soo Kim unveils plans for a 500,000-square-foot entertainment district surrounding the Major League ballpark. @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/ball...

Statement from AmericanGaming Association CEO Bill Miller on the passing of Indian gaming pioneer Ernie Stevens, Jr. @thenvindy.com

Strip gaming revenue rises in August, even as Vegas visitation and airline traffic falls The totals were boosted by baccarat and accounted for almost 17% of the overall total during August. Also, Las Vegas visitation fell nearly 7%. @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/stri...

A’s stadium is taking shape on Strip, but Bally’s casino project has been quiet for a year. In this week’s Indy Gaming, Bally’s attention is on big-money projects in New York and Chicago. Also, Caesars’ casino project in Times Square rejected. @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/as-s...

Will gaming industry kill or embrace prediction markets they say mimic sports betting? In Indy Gaming, an AGA poll finds sports bettors believe Kalshi and other platforms should be state-regulated. Also, Cortez Masto wants to end an excise tax. @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/will...

Reid renovation, new airport top to-do list for incoming Vegas aviation director In this week’s Indy Gaming: Meet the Air Force veteran running Clark County’s airports. Also, how prediction markets threaten legal sports betting. @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/reid...

I had a nice conversation with Mark about gaming, journalism and sports. Hint: Mark is a San Francisco Giants fan and I’m a Los Angeles Dodgers fan. We kept the conversation civil. @thenvindy.com www.bettingonsuccess.com/e/betting-on...

Talked Las Vegas visitation this morning on KSNV-TV Channel 3 @thenvindy.com news3lv.com/news/local/b...

Nevada casino operators are again staking a claim in California’s gold country From Sacramento to Sonoma, Boyd, Caesars and Red Rock help Indian tribes open casinos. But is the effort hurting business in Reno and Tahoe? @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/neva...

Vegas tourism leaders head north of the border to entice disgruntled Canadians In this week’s Indy Gaming, the LVCVA and the resort industry are seeking ways to halt 2025’s 8 percent visitor decline. Also, good news from Resorts World. @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/vega...

Headlines say Vegas is dead. What’s actually going on is more complicated. Tourism leaders say a boost in conventions and major events will revive the Strip, which could be headed toward its first major downturn since the pandemic. @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/head...

“We think this is likely better than expected, especially given visitation trends" Strip casinos see gaming revenue jump in July, even amid a visitation slowdown @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/stri...

Nevada targeted in ransomware attack; some data taken out of state, officials say State officials would not disclose the nature of the data that was moved outside of the state network because of the fluidity of the situation. @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/neva...

Ex-federal prosecutor’s new role: making sure A’s stick to commitments to Vegas In this week’s Indy Gaming, the ex-U.S. attorney and lawmaker shares his goals for the A’s community benefits board. Also, Boomer’s opens its 4th sportsbook. @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/ex-f...

A’s to play six ‘home’ games in Las Vegas in 2026 while future stadium is built The games against the Brewers and Rockies will take place next June at the 10,000-seat Las Vegas Ballpark in Summerlin. @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/as-t...

As A’s stadium cost rises, team says it's still ‘on schedule’ to ramp up construction this year Team officials also confirmed comments made by team owner John Fisher last month that stadium costs will now exceed $2 billion. @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/as-a...

Strip resort leaders ‘batten down the hatches’ in what they term ‘a soft summer’ In this week’s Indy Gaming, how long will the downturn in Las Vegas’ tourism industry continue? Also, a gambling tax repeal will wait until 2026. @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/stri...

Vegas tourism is down. Some blame Trump's tariffs and immigration crackdown The mayor said business was lost from Canada and Mexico. via me & @apnews.com downturn.https://thenevadaindependent.com/article/vegas-tourism-is-down-some-blame-trumps-tariffs-and-immigration-crackdown/ @thenvindy.com

On the agenda for Thursday's Las Vegas Stadium Authority Board meeting is the appointment of former U.S. Attorney for Nevada and State Assembly Speaker Jason Frierson as chair of the A's Stadium Community Oversight Committee. @thenvindy.com Background: thenevadaindependent.com/article/comp...

Sacramento using the Vegas-bound Athletics as an audition for Major League Baseball The state’s sixth-largest city hopes to land a team of its own after providing a venue for the vagabond A’s until a $2B stadium is finished on the Strip. @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/sacr...

Trailing in the league, A’s set sights on building a roster for their 2028 Vegas debut In this week’s Indy Gaming, Major League Baseball won’t arrive in Las Vegas for another 30 months, but creating a competitive team is the primary focus. @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/trai...

Reno casino CEO John Farahi charts a different course than industry peers on growth With limited growth opportunities, Monarch Casino CEO considers options for another property after successfully expanding to the Denver area. @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/reno...

Inside the Newsroom: What David Calvert means to us Nevada Independent staff past and present share their experiences working with longtime Indy photographer David Calvert. @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/insi... @calvertphoto.bsky.social

For Tahoe casinos, minor league hockey helping keep market out of the penalty box In this week’s Indy Gaming, tourism at the lake has grown in slower visitation months. Also, Strip’s largest landlord isn’t worried about visitation declines. @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/for-...

Proposed fees and bonds for visa applicants could chill international tourism that buoys Vegas $15,000 bonds placed on certain countries and a new $250 fee for visa applicants could discourage Nevada's international tourism. via @apnews.com Bella and me thenevadaindependent.com/article/prop...

Commentary: The America We Knew Is Rapidly Slipping Away "Trump, in effect, ordered our trusted and independent government office of economic statistics to become as big a liar as he is." via Thomas Friedman @nytimes.com www.nytimes.com/2025/08/04/o...

Nevada has high share of tipped workers, but ‘no tax on tips’ leaves many skeptical Temporary status and qualifying income levels mean fewer people will benefit from the new “Big Beautiful Bill” provision. via Bella, me & Eric thenevadaindependent.com/article/neva... @thenvindy.com

This news hit me with a gut punch this week. @calvertphoto.bsky.social is one of the most talented photographers I have had the pleasure to work with. He is also a tremendous resource on Northern and rural Nevada and a valued colleague at @thenvindy.com I hope you will all help.

OPINION: Abortion parental notification ruling is proof that zombie laws need term limits If a law hasn’t applied to anyone in more than a decade, why should it stay on the books? via @davidcolborne.bsky.social thenevadaindependent.com/article/opin... @thenvindy.com

Fisher says cost for the Las Vegas A’s ballpark has risen above $2 billion While watching the A’s play the Mariners, the owner said he’s “fine” with the rising price tag as aims to build the most intimate ballpark in the majors. thenevadaindependent.com/article/fish... @thenvindy.com

Let's recap June in Las Vegas: - Strip gaming revenue up less than 1% ($765M) - Visitation down 11.3% (3.1M) - Strip revenue (gaming and non-gaming) down 14% - Overall airport passenger volume down 6.3% (4.7M) - International passenger volume down 9.8% (272,400) @TheNVIndy

Orleans’ local customers help Boyd offset declining Las Vegas tourist market In this week’s Indy Gaming, the off-Strip resort is a barometer for the company’s financial health. Also, Bally’s real estate partner may offer some financing. @thenvindy.com thenevadaindependent.com/article/orle...

At Vegas ‘field hearing,’ top House GOP appropriator pledges reversal of gambling tax deduction The GOP member from Missouri said ‘three gaming CEOs’ he met with in Las Vegas encouraged him to support restoring the 100% deduction on losses. thenevadaindependent.com/article/at-v... @thenvindy.com