News - Page 1108

News brief: The Atlantic City casino industry lost more than 2,000 jobs in 2008 as employment fell to its lowest level since the late 1980s.

In the inaugural edition of Perspectives Tuesday, the APCW's J. Todd reports on the developing story about CardSpike and its association with management at Casino Affiliate Programs (CAP).

Management at McCarran International Airport will make about $30 million in budget cuts as air traffic to Vegas continues to decline.

News brief: Some Strip casinos are looking for new ways to reach gamblers as their gaming revenues continue to tumble.

News brief: A prominent Dallas businessman and a state legislator have thrown their support for a horse racing track to be built outside of Lancaster.

Commerce Casino is offering players a chance to win $2 million if they complete a trifecta at the Los Angeles Poker Classic.

Strip resorts, restaurants, show producers and exotic dancers reeling from slumping tourism will get a boost in coming weeks with four major conventions and trade shows.

CityCenter is accepting applications beginning today to fill 12,000 positions, the largest employment opportunity available in the country, the company said.

News brief: The Wind Creek Casino and Hotel is a 50,000 square-foot gaming resort and is 17-stories tall.

Ken Van Vechten, the author of Golf Las Vegas - The Ultimate Guide, brings us his list of the best rounds of golf you can find in and around the Las Vegas area for $150 per round or less.

News brief: Voters in Missouri passed Proposition A back in November, which supporters claimed could generate $130 million annually from casinos.

INSIDE GAMING: The economy is forcing recreational bettors to say home, which reduces their spending and, subsequently, the casinos' winnings.

News brief: Michael P. Rumore admitted to stealing $4 million from a trust fund to use at slot machines in Atlantic City.

Mark Lipparelli, the newest member of the Las Vegas Gaming Control Board, started his career as a research and securities analyst for the agency.

News brief: The Oneida Tribe of Indians are seeing gambling revenues fall as management looks for new ways to diversify offerings.

News brief: Birmingham Mayor Larry Langford is openly opposing a plan created by Gov. Bob Riley intended to crack down on illegal gambling machines.

News brief: Authorities arrested the owner and manager of a business known as "Lucky's" after a three-month investigation.

News brief: Over 1,000 entrants are likely to participate at the Vegas Hotel for $100,000 in total payouts.

Mark Lipparelli, who previously held executive positions at Bally Technologies and Shuffle Master, was named to the three-member Gaming Control Board.

A couple who won a $10,000 jackpot from Viejas Casino in California decided to take part of their winnings to buy toys and donate them to the Salvation Army.