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Iowa man hits $250K jackpot at Strip casino

Chad Leyden (courtesy of Harrah's Las Vegas)

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Tilman Fertitta (Fertitta Entertainment)

Billionaire with Las Vegas ties nominated as next US ambassador to Italy

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Primm casino closes temporarily

Former Strip casino executive stripped of gaming license

Culinary workers, Strip casino-hotel reach tentative agreement

By Glivell Piloto Las Vegas Review-Journal

May 31, 2022 - 6:43 pm

A Caesars Rewards member, Chad Leyden, hit a jackpot of $253,746 on Tuesday.

The Washington, Iowa, native was playing Pai Gow at Harrah’s Las Vegas when he hit the jackpot with five aces in his lucky hands, according to a company statement. His next move you might ask? Chad plans to spend his winnings with his wife.

Billionaire with Las Vegas ties nominated as next US ambassador to Italy

By David Danzis / RJ

December 23, 2024 - 12:47 pm

Tilman Fertitta is the chairman, chief executive officer and owner of Landry’s Inc., the Houston-based hospitality and entertainment company which operates three Golden Nugget casino hotels in Nevada.

Primm casino closes temporarily

By David Danzis / RJ

December 20, 2024 - 3:09 pm

A rural desert casino at the state line between Nevada and California has closed, at least for the time being.

Former Strip casino executive stripped of gaming license

By Richard N. Velotta / RJ

December 23, 2024 - 11:47 am

Commissioners voted to revoke the license of Scott Sibella by approving a stipulation of settlement signed by members of the Nevada Gaming Control Board.

Culinary workers, Strip casino-hotel reach tentative agreement

By McKenna Ross / RJ

December 19, 2024 - 9:48 pm

Hospitality workers at the newest Strip resort-casino reached a tentative contract agreement with its management, union leaders said.

Las Vegas casino rewards programs incentivize customers to spend more in exchange for discounts ...

What are casino rewards programs?

By David Danzis / RJ

December 19, 2024 - 6:01 am

From free hotel stays and complimentary meals to exclusive access to entertainment and priority services, these rewards programs are designed to keep patrons coming back.