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What might seem like a bargain often comes with rules that increase the house’s edge.

Speedy construction comes with consequences that help explain bankruptcy court filing by the Fontainebleau resort.

“The Hangover” is the tale of a Vegas bachelor party gone wrong and puts Caesars at center stage for the debaucherous trip.

Impressionist Fred Travalena, a headliner in Vegas showrooms, has died in Los Angeles.

The 3D online poker room is the only place to watch the $50,000 World Championship H.O.R.S.E. event live.

News brief: The Arizona city of Glendale is claiming that land within its borders cannot be bought by the Tohono O'odham Nation.

Starting July 13th, tournaments will run everyday at 12 p.m. and 8 p.m., and feature a $200/$25 buy-in Sunday to Friday and $300/$30 on Saturday.

News brief: There are petitions to get casinos on a ballot and the governor has backed a slots proposal.

Strip-centric casino companies are dipping into the local market, forcing rivals to match.

The creditors for Fontainebleau Las Vegas want its restructuring case moved from Miami to Las Vegas.

News brief: Gambling proponents say they will pass a bill, arguing it will fund a state budget that relies too much on new or higher taxes.

More joblessness and credit problems are predicted for the remainder of the year but some improvement in Southern Nevada's economy is seen for 2010.

The gaming company sent a filing to the SEC that said "there is no longer substantial doubt (about the company's) ability to continue as a going concern."

Phil Hellmuth, Phil Gordon, Annie Duke and Greg Raymer are among instructors who will prepare players for the 2009 WSOP Main Event.

News brief: Pennsylvania could generate an extra $165 million in gaming revenues if it allows table games, according to a casino analyst.

News brief: Senate President Bill Harris says that Gov. Ted Strickland should not try to put slots into the state budget.

News brief: A Delaware businessman announced a proposal to build a casino on a 100-plus acre parcel of land.

News brief: The Twin River Casino in Rhode Island filed for Chapter 11 but might remain open for 24/7 gambling.

Injured workers hospitalized; two released, three in stable condition.

Lower room rates have helped, but condo sales stay low, experts say.