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Las Vegas the Easy Way: Five Off-Strip Hotels to Consider

Las Vegas beckons with its dazzling lights and electrifying energy, but the iconic come-ons can come with a hefty price tag. Venturing beyond the Las Vegas Strip, however, brings a world of benefits for both the budget-minded visitor and peace-seeking traveler. While money has little meaning in a city where $5000 can disappear with the draw of an…
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Las Vegas the Easy Way: Five Off-Strip Hotels to Consider
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Abandoned off-the-Las Vegas Strip casino finds new life

Las Vegas hotel casino resort developers have snatched up almost every available piece of vacant land on the Las Vegas Strip for new projects, leading builders to redevelop existing properties for new facilities. The Tropicana Las Vegas, which began as a high-end hotel casino on the Vegas Strip when it opened in 1957, is slated to close April 2 and…
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Abandoned off-the-Las Vegas Strip casino finds new life
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Homegrown hall of famer has seen, played a hand in Vegas gaming's evolution

Tom Mikulich began working in the Las Vegas hospitality industry as a teenager as a desk clerk at his grandparents' hotel on Fremont Street, the Ambassador. In the decades since, he's climbed up the industry ladder-working as an executive at the Mirage, Treasure Island and MGM Resorts International, among other roles-and is currently senior vice…
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Homegrown hall of famer has seen, played a hand in Vegas gaming's evolution
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Can you guess the Las Vegas casino from its carpet?

A Las Vegas casino can be sensory overload with its flashy slots, cheering patrons and mixed smells of perfumes and smoking patrons. But the sensory overload often doesn't stop there. Right under a visitor's feet is often a pathway of busy patterns, sometimes with colorful art that connects to the casino's theme. UNLV gaming historian David…
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Can you guess the Las Vegas casino from its carpet?
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Where Old Vegas is still alive today

The CNN Original Series "Vegas: The Story of Sin City" showcases the heart and history of one of America's most beloved and notorious cities in four immersive episodes. Tune in Sunday, March 3, at 10 p.m. ET/PT on CNN. Leave it to Las Vegas to upstage Travis and Taylor, Usher and the most-watched Super Bowl ever. Sure, last month's game was…
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Where Old Vegas is still alive today
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12 Best Hotels Off the Strip in Las Vegas

The City of Lights, Sin City, America's Playground-no matter which nickname you use to describe Las Vegas, the focus is entertainment. From acrobatic displays to world-famous musical residencies, Vegas has it all. And if you're heading to the Mojave, you've probably got your sights set on the infamous Las Vegas Strip. The Strip (aka Las Vegas…
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12 Best Hotels Off the Strip in Las Vegas
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Which hotels in Las Vegas don’t charge resort fees?

Frequent travelers to Las Vegas often vocalize their dislike for something at nearly every hotel on the Strip: resort fees. Direct booking and travel service sites don't include this additional fee - sometimes up to $50 - in the advertised room rate for resorts on and around the Strip, but almost all properties now have the additional…
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Which hotels in Las Vegas don’t charge resort fees?
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San Francisco-themed hotel a mainstay in downtown Las Vegas

Just north of the strip in Downtown Las Vegas, there is a special gem on Fremont Street: a San Francisco-themed hotel and casino. Jeff Victor's official title may VP of operations at Golden Gate Hotel and Casino, but his unofficial title is steward of Las Vegas history. The hotel and casino goes way back to the very beginnings of Las Vegas. "The…
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San Francisco-themed hotel a mainstay in downtown Las Vegas
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Three dead in apparent drug overdoses at Las Vegas hotel identified

Three people found unconscious at a downtown Las Vegas hotel, who police said died from apparent drug overdoses, were identified as Texas residents. The Metropolitan Police Department responded about 7:30 p.m. Thursday to a hotel in the 200 block of Fremont Street, Lt. Aaron Lee said. Two people died on scene, while the third died at a hospital,…
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Three dead in apparent drug overdoses at Las Vegas hotel identified
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Nostalgia, memories bring locals and tourists back to the oldest Vegas casino

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) - Getting the opportunity to stay in the first hotel rooms ever used in Las Vegas. They date back 118 years to 1906. In a city often known for tearing down its history, one beacon stands alone downtown - The Golden Gate. It's the old feel that brings people back. "It is very near and dear to my heart," said Jen Beardsley from…
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Nostalgia, memories bring locals and tourists back to the oldest Vegas casino
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Golden Gate Hotel & Casino celebrates 118th birthday with proclamation

Golden Gate Hotel & Casino, the original hotel of Las Vegas, was honored with a proclamation ceremony as it celebrated its 118th anniversary on Thursday, January 18, 2024. (KSNV) Las Vegas (KSNV) - The oldest hotel in downtown Las Vegas, The Golden Gate, is celebrating its 118th birthday on January 18. The Golden Gate has been around for much of…
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Golden Gate Hotel & Casino celebrates 118th birthday with proclamation
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Vital Vegas Podcast, Ep. 161: Fontainebleau Debut and 93 Casinos in One Day

After a short hiatus, the Vital Vegas Podcast is back and we're so sorry. About the show being back. Not the hiatus. That was actually great. Although, we did miss stuffing Las Vegas into your sound collection orifices. Anyway, in this episode, we walk you through the newest Las Vegas casino resort, the eye candy factory that is Fontainebleau Las…
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Vital Vegas Podcast, Ep. 161: Fontainebleau Debut and 93 Casinos in One Day
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Golden Gate celebrates 118 years in downtown Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) - The oldest hotel in downtown Las Vegas is celebrating another year in Sin City. The Golden Gate Hotel & Casino marked its 118th birthday on Saturday. The property received a big congratulations from Cira Las Vegas and the D Casino Hotel which are all owned by Derek Stevens. The fan-favorite casino witnessed the birth of Las Vegas…
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Golden Gate celebrates 118 years in downtown Las Vegas
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How did the Las Vegas Strip get its iconic name?

As the story goes, back in 1930 The Pair O' Dice Nite Club opened its doors, the first of its kind on the Las Vegas Strip. The club was sold to Guy McAfee, a former police officer with the Los Angeles Police Department who got involved in the gambling business through his connections as a vice cop. "Now there are many version to this story," said…
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What makes up the Las Vegas Strip?

As the story goes, back in 1930 The Pair O' Dice Nite Club opened its doors, the first of its kind on the Las Vegas Strip. The club was sold to Guy McAfee, a former police officer with the Los Angeles Police Department who got involved in the gambling business through his connections as a vice cop. "Now there are many version to this story," said…
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What makes up the Las Vegas Strip?
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Photos Show What It's Like to Live in Las Vegas As a Local

150 couples marry in Las Vegas every day, earning the city its nickname as the "marriage capital of the world." There are dozens of stand-alone chapels on the Strip, some inside casinos. But one of the most unexpected chapels I've ever entered was inside a Denny's on Fremont Street. The diner chain offers a wedding package that includes two Grand…
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Las Vegas to turn blue for Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - Iconic Las Vegas sights and marquees will light up blue on Tuesday to show support for Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. According to a release, Strip resorts, downtown properties, and businesses around the valley will illuminate messages of appreciation on their marquees and buildings will light up in blue to express support of…
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Las Vegas to turn blue for Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
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Union in negotiations with downtown, independent Strip casinos

Culinary Local 226 officials say they are still negotiating with 21 Las Vegas-area hotel-casinos for a new five-year contract for more than 7000 workers. Hospitality workers at 21 downtown Las Vegas and independent Strip hotel-casinos, plus two more in Northern Nevada, are working without a contract, which expired on June 1, according to the union.…
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Ring in 2024 at these events across Las Vegas valley

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - Are you ready to ring in the new year? Here is a list of New Year's Eve celebrations across the Las Vegas valley. To celebrate the new year and Downtown Grand's 10th anniversary, the hotel & casino is throwing a New Year's Eve bash on Sunday, Dec. 31. The bash will have DJs, a champagne toast, a chance to win $1000000 cash, and a…
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Ring in 2024 at these events across Las Vegas valley
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Amazingly dazzling ways to spend New Year’s Eve in Las Vegas in 2023

Also known as Tinseltown or Hollywood, Las Vegas brims with glitz and glamor. Some unforgettable adventures to savor in Las Vegas. Amongst the Americans, it is termed as the epicenter of parties. From casinos to nightclubs to some yummy lip-smacking meals, Las Vegas is a brilliant place to be on New Year's Eve of 2023. There are multiple resorts on…
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Las Vegas officials to reveal New Year’s Eve fireworks show plans

It's not even Christmas and local event coordinators are planning for a big New Year's Eve on the Strip and in downtown Las Vegas. Beginning at midnight on New Year's Day, thousands of shimmering lights, gold accents and criss-crossing comets set to party music will make up the eight-minute fireworks show on the Strip as part of an event that…
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Las Vegas officials to reveal New Year’s Eve fireworks show plans
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Las Vegas officials announce New Year's Eve, 'America's Party 2024' plans

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) - The valley is getting ready to say goodbye to 2023 and hello to 2024. On Wednesday, Las Vegas officials will announce plans for "America's Party 2024". According to Las Vegas Events and the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, fireworks will once again be provided by Grucci. City officials said more than 12000 electrical…
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Las Vegas officials announce New Year's Eve, 'America's Party 2024' plans
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Downtown Las Vegas' Golden Gate Casino to remain closed for 5 days in December

Downtown Las Vegas' Golden Gate Casino is scheduled to remain closed for five days this month, from December 18th to December 22nd. The 122-room property on the corner of Main and Fremont Streets is set to temporarily close for a carpet replacement on its casino floor, according to officials. An official statement on Thursday said: " The property…
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Station Casinos Shares Details Of New Downtown Las Vegas Property

Station Casinos has unveiled plans and renderings for its new Wildfire Casino location on Fremont Street in Downtown Las Vegas. The new casino destination, set to open in early February, will offer guests numerous gaming options, including a sportsbook. Unfortunately, there will not be a poker room at the new casino. Crews recently installed…
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Stations Casino announces opening day for new Wildfire Casino in downtown Las Vegas

Stations Casino announces opening day for new Wildfire Casino in downtown Las Vegas (Photo: Station Casinos) Las Vegas (KSNV) - An opening date has been set for Stations Casino's new Wildfire Casino, set to open in downtown Las Vegas. The casino will open its doors to guests on Friday, February 10 at noon at 2700 Fremont Street, near Charleston…
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Stations Casino announces opening day for new Wildfire Casino in downtown Las Vegas
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Old habits die hard: Downtown Las Vegas

Las Vegas, especially to outsiders, is a city that embodies the get-rich-quick ideals of the American dream, and this year this most American of cities will host a Formula One race for the first time since 1982. But over the last 40 years since the last race was held there, Las Vegas has become two separate entities - at opposite ends of the famed…
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Las Vegas Advisor: Las Vegas room rates drop for the holidays

The holiday season is traditionally prime time for finding low room rates in Las Vegas. The deals have been fewer than normal the past two years, but things are getting back to normal. Last week, the researchers at the Las Vegas Advisor canvassed every casino in town, looking for the best leads on lodging in December. The rates below were available…
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Las Vegas Advisor: Las Vegas room rates drop for the holidays
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Station Casinos' new downtown Wildfire Casino opens in February

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) - Station Casinos' new Fremont Street casino will open its doors to the public in two weeks, the company announced Friday. The Wildfire Casino, located on 2700 E. Fremont St. off of Charleston Boulevard and Fremont Street, is scheduled to open on Friday, Feb. 10 at 12 p.m. "The all-new 21000-square-foot neighborhood casino boasts…
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Station Casinos' new downtown Wildfire Casino opens in February
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Biggest Mistakes First-Timers Make in Las Vegas, From Frequent Traveler

I visit Las Vegas every year, sometimes for business and other times for vacation. From high-end restaurants to glitzy shows, there's a reason the city has millions of visitors each year. But navigating Sin City can be a bit like wading through a sea of slot machines for a first-timer. To ensure you maximize your trip, here's my advice on what not…
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Biggest Mistakes First-Timers Make in Las Vegas, From Frequent Traveler
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$222,899 Mississippi Stud jackpot hits at Horseshoe Las Vegas

Gloria Billeci of Ontario, Canada, won $222899 after hitting a Mega Progressive jackpot playing Mississippi Stud Poker at Horseshoe Las Vegas, according to a Caesars Entertainment spokesperson. The winning hand was dealt around 10 a.m. Wednesday. Billeci, who was visiting Las Vegas on a long-awaited vacation with her daughter, said she plans on…
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$222,899 Mississippi Stud jackpot hits at Horseshoe Las Vegas
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Las Vegas: Boyd Gaming's Fremont Casino completes $50 million renovation

The Fremont Hotel and Casino in downtown Las Vegas has finished the final phase of its $50 million renovation. According to casino representatives cited by the Las Vegas Review-Journal, the Boyd Gaming -operated property on the Fremont Street Experience has introduced a new casino floor with a'more open floor plan' and higher ceilings, as well as a…
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Las Vegas: Boyd Gaming's Fremont Casino completes $50 million renovation
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Green Day plays Downtown Las Vegas club

Green Day played Sears on Thursday night. At least, in a historic sense. Fremont Country Club and its connected Backstage Bar & Grill at 601 Fremont Street was originally a Sears department store, opening in 1942. That store eventually pulled out to become the anchor of Meadows Mall in the late-1970s. The building served as the office that issued…
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Fremont Casino Wraps Up Casino Renovation

The Fremont Hotel and Casino in downtown Las Vegas has completed its months-long renovation. The renovation had a budget of $50 million, and included opening a new food court, FanDuel Sportsbook and refresh of the casino floor. It was mostly about the carpeting, though. The Fremont casino opened on May 18, 1956, and we're pretty sure this is the…
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Fremont Casino Wraps Up Casino Renovation
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5 Things You Didn't Know About Las Vegas

Sure, you may know Las Vegas has some cool casinos, lavish hotels, more than its fair share of A-list residencies, and throws one hell of a great pool party. Las Vegas is a city with a relatively short history. Founded in 1905, it began as a railroad stopover for those journeying between Los Angeles and Salt Lake City. Over the next century, it…
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How to Tip at Casinos, According to a Vegas Bartender

Las Vegas: the final frontier of the wild west. In Sin City, you can smoke cigarettes indoors, drink on the street, and pay $175 to drive a bulldozer around the desert. But most tourists arrive seeking the city's world-class entertainment, stellar restaurant scene, and, of course, casinos. When hunkering down to gamble in Vegas, the concept of…
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Station Casinos To Unveil New Durango Casino In Las Vegas This November

Station Casinos is betting big in Las Vegas and the opening of the new Durango Casino Resort in November is expected to be just the beginning of some major expansion plans for the years to come. The new property continues the company's plans to grow considerably in southern Nevada and doubling its current size in the region by 2030. Durango offers…
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Station Casinos To Unveil New Durango Casino In Las Vegas This November
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Golden Nugget sees $529K Ultimate Texas Hold’em jackpot

A visitor from Texas will remember her visit to downtown Las Vegas for quite a while. Regina P. won $529472 after hitting the mega progressive jackpot on Ultimate Texas Hold'em at Golden Nugget, according to a casino spokesperson. The winning hand was dealt just after 5:30 p.m. Sunday. Winners across the Las Vegas Valley Binion's It's quad-tastic…
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How to start content creating, from Vegas influencers

As more people turn to social media for ideas on what to buy, where to eat and what to do on vacation, online content creators are seizing the chance to get their cut, and chance at fame, in the $10.4 billion marketing industry. If you're drawn to the glow of a ring light like a moth to a flame, but don't know where to get started, consider these…
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How to start content creating, from Vegas influencers
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Tough Little Town: How The Mob's downfall in Las Vegas ushered in the resort era

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) - After decades of the mob's influence in Las Vegas, the FBI and some local watchdogs said it was time for a change. In part two of our special report, "Tough Little Town," a look at the big names who played a big part in Las Vegas history - and what eventually led to the downfall of the mob. The Mob Museum's director of education,…
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Tough Little Town: How The Mob's downfall in Las Vegas ushered in the resort era
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How Many Casinos Are in Las Vegas Nevada

How Many Casinos Are in Las Vegas, Nevada? Las Vegas, Nevada, is known as the gambling capital of the world, attracting millions of visitors every year with its vast array of casinos. The city is home to a staggering number of gambling establishments, offering a wide range of gaming options and entertainment. In this article, we will explore just…
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How Many Casinos Are in Las Vegas 2022

How Many Casinos Are in Las Vegas 2022: Exploring the Gambling Capital of the World Las Vegas, often referred to as the "Entertainment Capital of the World," is renowned for its vibrant nightlife, luxurious resorts, and, of course, its vast array of casinos. For decades, this desert oasis has been a magnet for gamblers from all over the globe,…
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How Old Do You Have to Be To Gamble In Las Vegas?

Your first trip to Las Vegas is an unforgettable experience. The billion-dollar casinos, the neon lights on Fremont, the crazy energy as you make your way up the most iconic boulevard in the world, the thrill of trying to beat the house in those temples of excess. But while Sin City may seem carefree and wild, there are a lot of rules just under…
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How Old Do You Have to Be To Gamble In Las Vegas?
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Circa Resort & Casino gets pink makeover for the Barbie movie

From now until July 23, 2023, the Circa Resort & Casino in Las Vegas has been transformed into a pink "Dream Hotel" to celebrate the release of the Barbie movie. The Barbie movie, starring Margot Robbie as Barbie and Ryan Gosling as Ken, releases in theaters on July 21, 2023, and the adult-only Circa Resort & Casino is celebrating in style. "Barbie…
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Circa Resort & Casino gets pink makeover for the Barbie movie
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What to do in downtown Las Vegas

The Las Vegas Expressway intersects with Las Vegas just a few blocks north of Fremont Street, providing millions of visitors easy access to the downtown core each year. Although Las Vegas is a major gambling destination and the city is famous for its live shows, guests may be surprised by its range of entertainment options. Las Vegas casinos might…
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Top 10 things to do in Las Vegas during the WSOP

During the prestigious World Series of Poker, which began last week and runs through late July, Las Vegas comes alive with anticipation and excitement. As an ardent player, you will be poised to immerse yourself in an unparalleled experience. It is entirely different than playing online or reading a U.S. casino blog to see what's happening…
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Las Vegas, less than 5 hours from Baltimore, isn’t all gambling

The desert breeze blew past my shoulders as I basked in the glow of massive antique signs. The Neon Museum isn't far from Las Vegas' historic Fremont Street yet feels a world away, offering charmingly kitsch eye candy and historical appreciation minus the chaos and crowds. Among other tidbits I learned during my guided tour of the museum was that…
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Las Vegas, less than 5 hours from Baltimore, isn’t all gambling
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This Week in Gambling: Odds of winning in Las Vegas are falling fast

During This Week in Gambling's edition, J. Todd takes a look at how it's no surprise that Sin City's revenue is increasing as the odds to take the house are dwindling quickly. Not everyone is out of luck though as J. Todd also reports on some recent Las Vegas jackpot winners. Las Vegas and the state of Nevada have been on a huge revenue run for…
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Planning a trip to Las Vegas? Here are 4 museums worth gambling on

LAS VEGAS - The bartender at Las Vegas' brand new Punk Rock Museum popped open a can of Pringles, tipped all of the chips out into a plastic basket and then filled the can with a rum and Coke. The $14 drink (it comes with the chips) is called the Fletcher, named for its creator, guitarist Fletcher Dragge from the skate-punk band Pennywise. Welcome…
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Planning a trip to Las Vegas? Here are 4 museums worth gambling on
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Visiting Las Vegas from Baltimore? Don't get ripped off on restaurants.

There's a saying in casinos that the house always wins. This is not hard for me to grasp. Last week, after eating dinner at a restaurant inside a Las Vegas casino, I inserted $5 into a slot machine, fumbled around pressing buttons as its bright lights flashed, and watched the bill disappear forever. The house wins when you're dining out in casinos,…
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Visiting Las Vegas from Baltimore? Don't get ripped off on restaurants.
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Vegas Vic sign in violation of city code

The man has been smoking a cigarette for 75 years straight but now cannot find a light. And the complaints have grown loud enough for the city to step in. The Vegas Vic sign, created by a New York agency in 1945 at the behest of the Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce to promote the city, has been dark for months at its 25 E. Fremont St. location under…
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The secret to visiting Vegas without losing your shirt

It's no secret that Vegas hotel prices go stratospheric on Friday and Saturday when domestic tourists flock in for a weekend away. By the same token, rates on Sunday and Monday are often rock bottom. I've seen rooms at the excellent Vdara for less than £150, or the Wynn Encore for £200. Both of them are premium options on the Strip. For years,…
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The secret to visiting Vegas without losing your shirt
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Hmart Finally Comes To Las Vegas

H Mart, the popular Korean grocery store, is set to open in the Las Vegas valley. It's a quintessential market for many Asian communities across the country, and now Las Vegas will finally have its own H Mart. Along with Korean goods and snacks, you can expect a fresh seafood and meat section. Other H Marts around the country also prepare…
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Hmart Finally Comes To Las Vegas
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Ohio Man Spends $300k Of Tax Payers Money For A Roadside Zoo

Cyril S. Viersta from Wilkesville, Ohio was sent to prison for five years! Cyril took over $300000 of tax payers money! What did he spend it on? Nothing too lavish. He wanted to build a Wildebeest Roadside Zoo! He wanted to start an Airbnb at his personal residence! Viersta was caught when an auditor realized funds were being spent and moved…
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Ohio Man Spends $300k Of Tax Payers Money For A Roadside Zoo
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Las Vegas 7-Eleven's Bringing Back "Bring Your Own Cup Day"

One of 7-Eleven's biggest promotions is coming back! When originally introduced, people brought in the wildest things to fill up with their different Slurpee flavors! Even though you're now limited to what can be used to fill up, 7-Eleven is bringing it back! On Saturday, April 29th, they convenience store chain will be kicking off their Slurpee…
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Las Vegas 7-Eleven's Bringing Back "Bring Your Own Cup Day"
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The 'Best' Slot Machines To Play In Las Vegas

There's something comforting about the ringing sounds from slot machines in Las Vegas. Lined across casino floors, slot machines are almost like the front-line soldiers when it comes to gambling. For some, slot machines offer quintessential Sin City entertainment. These machines also may seem less intimating compared to other games with complex…
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The 'Best' Slot Machines To Play In Las Vegas
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Horseshoe Las Vegas Rebrand Focuses on Gaming, Food, and Value

Playing the hotel name-game in Las Vegas requires a bit of history - and, of course, context - especially when it comes to the recent rebranding of Bally's Las Vegas into Horseshoe Las Vegas. The rebrand touches hotel, casino and F&B operations, and while the name has officially been changed, product modifications - which I'll detail below - are…
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Horseshoe Las Vegas Rebrand Focuses on Gaming, Food, and Value
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Why Las Vegas' El Cortez hotel in 'Old Vegas' is the city's best stay

The El Cortez hotel's recent renovation shows how Las Vegas is finally celebrating its history, says Adam Bloodworth If you thought the Las Vegas Strip was nuts, try Downtown Las Vegas, which one local tells me has recently adopted the nickname of'Drowntown.' "Growing up here, everything is crazy," he says, his expression suggesting he's still…
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Why Las Vegas' El Cortez hotel in 'Old Vegas' is the city's best stay
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'Breaking Bad' Stars Bryan Cranston, Aaron Paul Take Over Las Vegas

The stars of the wildly popular AMC drama "Breaking Bad" , Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul, couldn't think of a better place to spend their Friday evening, and where better to break bad than Sin City! The famous duo hit Circa Las Vegas for their close friend's wedding, but their celebration took place at none other than the resort's rooftop cocktail…
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'Breaking Bad' Stars Bryan Cranston, Aaron Paul Take Over Las Vegas
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Mattress Mack, Doyle Brunson, Jack Binion Speak at Horseshoe Las Vegas Grand Opening

Friday wasn't a good night gambling-wise for Texas billionaire Jim "Mattress Mack" McIngvale, but he put that aside to help officially introduce the all-new Horseshoe Las Vegas (formerly Bally's), the site of the World Series of Poker (WSOP). Mattress Mack, who owns the Gallery Furniture retail chain, sat next to poker legend Doyle Brunson and Jack…
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Mattress Mack, Doyle Brunson, Jack Binion Speak at Horseshoe Las Vegas Grand Opening
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‘No Color’ sign at Las Vegas casino sparks online reaction

Binion's casino downtown removed a sign warning members of motorcycle clubs about its "no color" policy after attracting unexpected attention on Twitter, a hotel spokesman said Friday. Tim Lager, Binion's general manager, said the hotel put up the sign last weekend, following a briefing from the Metropolitan Police Department about the potential…
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‘No Color’ sign at Las Vegas casino sparks online reaction
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Suspected pimp arrested at downtown Las Vegas casino

A man suspected of being a pimp was arrested Friday inside a downtown Las Vegas casino after he was accused of assaulting and trying to steal money from an admitted prostitute. Kenneth George, 40, was transferred from the Binion's security office to Metropolitan Police Department officers who took him into custody on suspicion of sex trafficking an…
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Man arrested at Las Vegas casino, accused of assaulting prostitute

A suspected pimp was arrested early Friday inside a downtown Las Vegas casino after allegedly assaulting and trying to steal money from an admitted prostitute. Kenneth George, 40, was transferred from the Binion's security office downtown to Metropolitan Police Department officers who took him into custody on suspicion of sex trafficking an adult,…
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Man arrested at Las Vegas casino, accused of assaulting prostitute
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The 10 Oldest Casinos in the World

Gambling has been taking place since ancient times, with the ancient Romans, Greeks and Chinese among those to partake in games of chance and wagering. Casinos were a later arrival, with the first official and legal gaming house opening in Venice in the 1600s. Our list of the ten oldest casinos which are still active today is mainly Euro-centric,…
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The 10 Oldest Casinos in the World
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Station's Wildfire Casino in Downtown Las Vegas announces February 10 opening date

Station Casinos' new Wildfire Casino has set an official date for its grand debut in Downtown Las Vegas. The venue will be opening its doors to the general public on Friday, February 10 at noon at 2700 Fremont Street, near Charleston Blvd. Wildfire Casino on Fremont is set to be a 21000-square-foot neighborhood casino that boasts over 200 of the…
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Who is the Las Vegas Suitcase Man and could his legendary bets happen today?

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - When people talk about laying it all on the line when gambling in Las Vegas, one man set the bar high, once known only as the "Suitcase Man." The Suitcase Man's story is a tragic tale of risky gambling success and ultimate failure. It's a story revived in 2023 as Caesars Entertainment reintroduces Las Vegas to…
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Who is the Las Vegas Suitcase Man and could his legendary bets happen today?
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New York Is Betting on Casinos to Help Its Economic Recovery. Can SF Cash In?

Jobs, tourists and billions in licensing fees and taxes after a devastating pandemic are why New York City government officials are eager to open new casinos. With a metro population of 23 million, the Big Apple is the largest untapped market in the country for casino gambling, and developers are rushing for gaming licenses. Meanwhile, in Downtown…
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New York Is Betting on Casinos to Help Its Economic Recovery. Can SF Cash In?
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This Type of Las Vegas Strip Slot Machines Pay Out the Most Money

The house always wins but some games win the house more than others. Everyone who gambles understands that the house has an edge in every game. You don't build mega-casinos like the ones found up and down the Las Vegas Strip by losing money. Slot machines, however, might be the game the consumers understand the least. First, it's important to know…
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This Type of Las Vegas Strip Slot Machines Pay Out the Most Money
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Visit Stadium Swim Circa Hotel in Las Vegas

It emerges like a pixelated oasis in the Nevada desert, one that could easily be a mirage. A towering 143-foot screen, showing any game your heart desires, and at its feet six-count'em, six!-heated rectangular pools. They're spaced in pairs, gently tiered upward, all the better to allow year-round swimsuit-clad revelers unobstructed views of the…
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Visit Stadium Swim Circa Hotel in Las Vegas
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A 3 Day Weekend in Las Vegas Itinerary You’ll Want to Steal

If you're considering spending a 3 day weekend in Las Vegas, then keep this itinerary at hand and bookmark it for quick reference while you explore this unique destination in Nevada. Sin City is a thrilling destination for a weekend escape, a romantic break, or an all-friends adventure. Featuring the right amount of entertainment, gambling, and…
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A 3 Day Weekend in Las Vegas Itinerary You’ll Want to Steal
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Golden Gate casino celebrates 117 years of Las Vegas history

Las Vegas may have a reputation for tearing down its vintage buildings, but there's one piece of history still standing: Golden Gate. The historic property at the corner of Fremont and Main streets is celebrating its 117th anniversary Friday, and as the city's first hotel it boasts a front row seat to some of the area's most identifiable…
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Golden Gate casino celebrates 117 years of Las Vegas history
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Wildfire Casino to open on Fremont Street

A new Wildfire Casino near downtown Las Vegas will open Friday, Feb. 10, just in time for Super Bowl LVII. Guests can visit the 21000-square-foot "neighborhood casino" at 2700 E. Fremont St. beginning at noon that day, Station Casinos said last week. The new Fremont location will have "new creature comforts," company officials including 200 slot…
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Wildfire Casino to open on Fremont Street
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Two Billionaires Have Huge Las Vegas Strip Casino Plans

Caesars Entertainment (CZR) - Get Free Report and MGM Resorts International (MGM) - Get Free Report dominate the south and central Las Vegas Strip but they do face challenges to their leadership. Basically, any casino owner and every major hotel operator look at the riches to be had on Las Vegas's iconic 4.2 mile stretch of road and at least…
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Two Billionaires Have Huge Las Vegas Strip Casino Plans
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VGK Fan Fest Presented by the D Las Vegas Returns to Fremont January 8

VEGAS (January 4, 2023) - The Vegas Golden Knights announced today, January 4, that the team will host its annual Fan Fest on Sunday, January 8 at the Fremont Street Experience on the Main Street Stage presented by The D Las Vegas Hotel & Casino. This will be the first time the Golden Knights have hosted this special event since 2020. Fans of all…
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VGK Fan Fest Presented by the D Las Vegas Returns to Fremont January 8
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Official: Driver in Las Vegas crash that killed 2 was above DUI limit

In this photo provided by Ty O'Neil, Las Vegas city marshals and security officers direct pedestrians at the downtown Fremont Street Experience casino mall on Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2022, after authorities say a man from Minnesota and a woman from New Mexico were struck and killed by an SUV at a busy pedestrian street crossing. Las Vegas police say…
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Official: Driver in Las Vegas crash that killed 2 was above DUI limit
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2 killed by SUV near downtown Las Vegas casinos; driver held

LAS VEGAS (AP) - A man and a woman from New Mexico were struck and killed by an SUV while crossing a busy street against a "don't walk" signal at the downtown Fremont Street Experience casino mall, authorities in Las Vegas said Friday. William Clayton Baxter Jr, 44, and Kristie Eileen Baxter, 51, from Hobbs, New Mexico, died Wednesday of multiple…
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2 killed by SUV near downtown Las Vegas casinos; driver held
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MGM Sells a Notorious Piece of the Las Vegas Strip

Most Las Vegas Strip deals are splashy with the land purchase sort of kicking off the publicity cycle for whatever massive casino, resort, or attraction might someday get built on the property. That's essentially what Houston Rockets owner Tillman Fertitta has done. The billionaire, who also owns the Golden Nugget on Fremont Street, purchased land…
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Las Vegas Trip Report Part 4

Hope all the readers here are having a happy and healthy holiday season. Despite unseasonably cold weather in Georgia and viruses hitting friends and relatives right and left, we felt blessed that we could spend some time with family members on Christmas Day. Now that the festivities are over and our life can return to a fairly routine schedule, I…
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2 from Hobbs killed by SUV near downtown Las Vegas casinos; driver held

LAS VEGAS (AP) - A man and a woman from New Mexico were struck and killed by an SUV while crossing a busy street against a "don't walk" signal at the downtown Fremont Street Experience casino mall, authorities in Las Vegas said Friday. William Clayton Baxter Jr, 44, and Kristie Eileen Baxter, 51, from Hobbs, New Mexico, died Wednesday of multiple…
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2 from Hobbs killed by SUV near downtown Las Vegas casinos; driver held
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New Mexico man, woman killed by SUV near downtown Las Vegas casinos

Editor's Update: The Associated Press reported Thursday one of the victims was from Minnesota, but updated its reporting Friday that the victim's home state was actually New Mexico. LAS VEGAS - A man and a woman from New Mexico were struck and killed by an SUV while crossing a busy street against a "don't walk" signal at the downtown Fremont Street…
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Hobbs woman one of two pedestrians killed near Las Vegas casino

LAS VEGAS, Nev. - A man from Minnesota and a woman from New Mexico were struck and killed by an SUV while crossing a busy street against a "don't walk" signal at the downtown Fremont Street Experience casino mall, Las Vegas police said Thursday. The driver, Mykael Terrell, 28, of Las Vegas, left the scene of the 7:40 p.m. Wednesday crash before she…
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Hobbs woman one of two pedestrians killed near Las Vegas casino
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Minnesota man, New Mexico woman killed by SUV near downtown Las Vegas casinos

LAS VEGAS - A man from Minnesota and a woman from New Mexico were struck and killed by an SUV while crossing a busy street against a "don't walk" signal at the downtown Fremont Street Experience casino mall, authorities in Las Vegas said Thursday. The driver, Mykael Lanice-Lynn Terrell, 28, of Las Vegas, left the scene of the 7:40 p.m. Wednesday…
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Minnesota man, New Mexico woman killed by SUV near downtown Las Vegas casinos
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Minnesota man killed by SUV near downtown Las Vegas casinos

LAS VEGAS - A man from Minnesota and a woman from New Mexico were struck and killed by an SUV while crossing a busy street against a "don't walk" signal at the downtown Fremont Street Experience casino mall, authorities in Las Vegas said Thursday. The driver, Mykael Lanice-Lynn Terrell, 28, of Las Vegas, left the scene of the 7:40 p.m. Wednesday…
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Minnesota man killed by SUV near downtown Las Vegas casinos
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Minnesota Man Killed by SUV near downtown Las Vegas casinos

LAS VEGAS (AP) - A man from Minnesota and a woman from New Mexico were struck and killed by an SUV while crossing a busy street against a "don't walk" signal at the downtown Fremont Street Experience casino mall, authorities in Las Vegas said Thursday. The driver, Mykael Lanice-Lynn Terrell, 28, of Las Vegas, left the scene of the 7:40 p.m.…
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Minnesota Man Killed by SUV near downtown Las Vegas casinos
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Las Vegas' New Year's Eve Road Closures

Let's get ready to party! Officials expect over 400000 visitors to converge on the Las Vegas Strip and Downtown's Fremont Street Experience to ring in 2023, and you can expect road closures in advance of the giant parties. The Las Vegas Metro Police Department will have extra personnel on duty to handle road closures and to make sure visitors can…
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Las Vegas' New Year's Eve Road Closures
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How To Find Last-Minute, Cheap Las Vegas Hotels For New Year's Eve

Finding a Las Vegas hotel room when you planned a trip at the spur of the moment can be a difficult task. Add a major holiday - like New Year's Eve - and this task becomes nearly impossible. Traveling has been another victim of inflation with the cost of accommodation, food and activities rising alongside the rest of the goods and services in the…
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Upcoming festivities in Downtown Las Vegas expected to bring several road closures in 2023

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - Once the holiday season winds down the bustling Downtown Las Vegas area will continue to see a lot of changes as several road closures will take effect in the new year. First Friday will kick off on January 6 with selected streets in the Arts District closed off to drivers. The Chinese New Year events will also round out the busy…
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Upcoming festivities in Downtown Las Vegas expected to bring several road closures in 2023
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This Week in Gambling: Hello Horseshoe Las Vegas, goodbye 2022

Gaming News 15 December 2022 Our last look at the gambling news of 2022 is a good one, as we help to welcome the Horseshoe Las Vegas. Check out what's new at the casino that used to be Bally's - Las Vegas, including a world class steak house and poker room. Also, if you have New Year's Eve plans for Las Vegas, you may want to check our list of…
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Mirage Closing, Caesars Flops: 2022’s Top Las Vegas Strip Stories

The Las Vegas Strip kicked off the year by hosting CES, the big tech conference long-known as the Consumer Electronics Show, which was expected to be somewhat close to normal after being virtual the year before. But it ended up as a shell of itself due to the Omicron variant of covid. Instead of Sin City's grand return, the event saw mostly empty…
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Is the Las Vegas art scene’s streak of bad luck finally over?

The arid metropolis affectionately known as Sin City has made vacillating strides to rectify its reputation as a cultural desert over the years. The latest venture to land there is the nationally roving Artist / City exhibition series, conceived by the New York-based dealer Stefania Bortolami, presenting art in off-beat environments around the US.…
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Is the Las Vegas art scene’s streak of bad luck finally over?
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Las Vegas Leader Closes 3 Casinos, Plans Huge Expansion

In Las Vegas, it often seems like bigger is better. Caesars Entertainment (CZR) - Get Free Report, MGM Resorts International (MGM) - Get Free Report, and Wynn Resorts (WYNN) - Get Free Report certainly seem to subscribe to that logic. The three biggest players on the Las Vegas strip seem to go for spectacle and grandeur in building properties that…
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Las Vegas at Christmas

Las Vegas is known for its bright lights and over-the-top décor. During the holiday season, Vegas truly ups the ante when it comes to transforming into a festive winter wonderland! Here's what's happening on the Ninth Island this holiday season. Starting with The Strip, the Bellagio Conservatory has switched from their fall theme to their Christmas…
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Downtown Vegas adds splashy resort to revitalized mix

LAS VEGAS (CN) - Downtown Las Vegas sees 24 million visitors annually. One might think the area could rest on its laurels and be fat and happy. But that thinking wouldn't take into account Derek Stevens, whose vision and drive has resulted in the first, built-from-the-ground-up casino development downtown in 30 years. Circa Resort & Casino, the…
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Downtown Vegas adds splashy resort to revitalized mix
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New Casino Brings Las Vegas Strip Another Iconic Brand

Las Vegas has a lot of legends. It's hard to imagine that Wayne Newton or Carrot Top would reach iconic superstar status anywhere else. The city also boasts lots of legendary names, like Frank Sinatra, the Rat Pack, and less-savory characters like Bugsy Siegel. Sin City also has its share of icons that aren't people. Some of those come and go, like…
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Photos of Emos Stranded in Las Vegas Casinos

Last Saturday, Las Vegas played host to the bizarre spectacle - even for a place where you can get a back massage at a roulette table while a team of acrobats performs above you - of elder emos drifting like a blanket of mist around some of the most elaborate casinos on earth. As the first day of the long-awaited When We Were Young Festival was…
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