Mike Dreitzer, the new chairman of the Nevada Gaming Control Board, reflected on the organization’s “north star” Monday morning on a panel at the Global Gaming Conference.
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Nevada’s gaming regulators rethink rules for a new era
Mike Dreitzer, the new chairman of the Nevada Gaming Control Board, reflected on the organization’s “north star” Monday morning on a panel at the Global Gaming Conference.
Aces’ championship experience could be crucial as they take 2-0 WNBA Finals lead to Phoenix
The Aces have been a resilient team, overcoming a 14-14 start that was capped by a record 53-point home loss to Minnesota.
Pete Carroll expected results to come much quicker after becoming the Raiders’ coach
Carroll said Monday he remained confident in the plan. He compared the Raiders’ situation to the Las Vegas Aces being up 2-0 in the WNBA Finals after beginning the season 14-14 …
Cyndi Lauper set for first Vegas residency at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace
Grammy, Emmy and Tony Award-winning artist Cyndi Lauper has announced her first Las Vegas residency, “Cyndi Lauper: Live In Las Vegas,” taking place at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace with five performances scheduled for April and May 1, 2026. …
Tim McGraw to take some of Dolly Parton’s canceled shows in Las Vegas
Dolly Parton has been forced to postpone her Las Vegas residency due to “health challenges,” so Tim McGraw is stepping in.
How California’s era of wildfire has changed communities forever
More people can be housed more safely and sustainably in cities than in mountainous, fire-prone tracts with little public infrastructure.
G2E in Las Vegas keeps momentum as it marks milestones
Las Vegas prepares to welcome the gaming industry’s biggest gathering as the Global Gaming Expo marks a remarkable milestone—25 years of bringing the world’s gaming community together.
Young’s record 21-point quarter propels Aces 2-0 WNBA Finals lead
Jackie Young set a finals record with 21 points in the third quarter, finishing with 32 to carry Las Vegas to a 91-78 victory over the Mercury and 2-0 series lead.
North Las Vegas woman’s desperate search for father in ICE custody mirrors a nationwide detention crisis
Diana Lopez stood by the door of her father’s room at Henderson Hospital. Before immigration enforcement agents detained him at gunpoint days earlier …