Nevada Gaming Control Board keeping reopening plans confidential
 
Nevada Gaming Control Board keeping reopening plans confidential

The state Gaming Control Board requires every licensee, from the megaresorts to the corner gas station convenience store slot machine operators, to submit reopening plans, but they intend to keep them confidential.

Players show up at Gila River Casino in Arizona – Video
 
Players show up at Gila River Casino in Arizona – Video

Gila River Casino at Wild Horse Pass in Chandler, Arizona, is packed with players on the casino’s reopening day, Friday, May 15, 2020. (Elizabeth BrumleyLas Vegas Review-Journal)

Casinos reopening in Phoenix area – Video
 
Casinos reopening in Phoenix area – Video

Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino reopened in Maricopa, Arizona, on Friday, May 15, 2020. It was closed during the government shutdown for coronavirus. (Elizabeth Brumley/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Caesars Entertainment to phase In reopenings – Video
 
Caesars Entertainment to phase In reopenings – Video

Caesars Entertainment, the operator of Caesars Palace and eight other Las Vegas resorts, on Monday announced it would phase in reopenings with a comprehensive safety and health plan with employees wearing masks across its network of properties. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Henderson winery reacts to Sisolak’s economic plan – VIDEO
 
Henderson winery reacts to Sisolak’s economic plan – VIDEO

Governor Sisolak’s reopening plan is easier said than done for the only winery in Clark County. Grape Expectations is trying to figure out how to open up shop when they are three businesses in one. (James Schaeffer / Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Southwest requiring face coverings
 
Southwest requiring face coverings

In an effort to increase safety for passengers and staff during the COVID-19 pandemic, Southwest Airlines is updating protocols that include requiring passengers to wear face coverings beginning May 11.

Locals rush to reopened tennis courts
 
Locals rush to reopened tennis courts

Daniel Nunez and Sarah Germain made immediate plans to go to their local tennis court, Darling Tennis Center, when they received an email that the facility would open on May 1.

Businesses in Henderson begin reopening – VIDEO
 
Businesses in Henderson begin reopening – VIDEO

In downtown Henderson and at The District at Green Valley Ranch, small shops are opening their doors for business. (Michael Quine/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

New visitation report shows plunging numbers for March
 
New visitation report shows plunging numbers for March

The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority reported Thursday that convention attendance fell 54.8 percent to 249,800. March normally is one of the city’s strongest months for conventions and trade shows.

US jobless claims climb to 30 million in 6 weeks – VIDEO
 
US jobless claims climb to 30 million in 6 weeks – VIDEO

The Labor Department released the tally of the most recent jobless claims on Thursday. First-time claims for the week ending on April 25 increased by more than 3.84 million. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Unions contracts expiring – VIDEO
 
Unions contracts expiring – VIDEO

RJ investigations reporter Arthur Kane and Renee Summerour discuss the uncertainty of union contracts expiring in June, and how the extent of the financial damage from the crisis will make it difficult for unions and governments to negotiate collective bargaining agreements, possibly sending many to arbitration. (Renee Summerour/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Las Vegas Strip hoteliers outline cleaning plans upon reopening – VIDEO
 
Las Vegas Strip hoteliers outline cleaning plans upon reopening – VIDEO

Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak has yet to confirm when casinos will be able to reopen, but operators are already preparing for the day they’ll have to reassure guests their properties are clean and safe amid the virus outbreak. (James Schaeffer / Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Treasure Island plans to reopen May 15 – VIDEO
 
Treasure Island plans to reopen May 15 – VIDEO

Treasure Island is planning to open its doors to guests May 15, despite Gov. Steve Sisolak saying Wednesday that gaming shutdowns, currently set to end April 30, will probably be extended an undetermined amount of time. (Michael Quine/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Allegiant Stadium lights up the night
 
Allegiant Stadium lights up the night

Crews at the $2 billion, 65,000-seat stadium Tuesday night tested out the architectural light ribbons that run around various sections of the stadium, showing the facility will offer a distinct feel no matter what time of day it is.

South Point furloughing most employees – VIDEO
 
South Point furloughing most employees – VIDEO

South Point announced on April 20 that it is furloughing most of its employees “for an indefinite period,” starting May 3. (James Schaeffer/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Oil prices plummet to minus $37 a barrel – VIDEO
 
Oil prices plummet to minus $37 a barrel – VIDEO

U.S. crude prices reached their lowest level on record, with West Texas Intermediate crude dropping to minus $37.63 a barrel on April 20. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Reopened Wynn Resorts will have thermal cameras and masks
 
Reopened Wynn Resorts will have thermal cameras and masks

Wynn Resorts Ltd.’s CEO hopes to see the Strip “slowly begin” to reopen in the next month, according to an updated health and sanitation plan published Sunday morning. (Michael Quine/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

What is esports?
 
What is esports?

Esports is competitive video gaming. Esports betting already is one of the fastest-growing segments for European online bookmakers. A growing number of Nevada sportsbooks are also accepting bets on esports events.

US homebuilder confidence plunges amid coronavirus pandemic
 
US homebuilder confidence plunges amid coronavirus pandemic

The National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo housing market index dropped 58 percent from March to a score of 30 this month, the largest monthly change in the history of the index.

Phone lines added to help unemployment
 
Phone lines added to help unemployment

RJ business reporter Bailey Schulz talk about The Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation took additional steps adding a new phone line with about 100 workers and reiterating a new online filing system.

When is my $600 unemployment check coming? – VIDEO
 
When is my $600 unemployment check coming? – VIDEO

The RJ’s Subrina Hudson talks about when Nevadans will receive their unemployment checks, if they will receive back pay and who qualifies for the aid. (Renee Summerour/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

US weekly jobless claims jump by 6.6 million – VIDEO
 
US weekly jobless claims jump by 6.6 million – VIDEO

Jobless claims reached more than 16 million Americans on April 9. This equates to 10 percent of the workforce who have lost their jobs in the last three weeks. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)

UNITE HERE union meeting
 
UNITE HERE union meeting

UNITE HERE union leaders, casino workers and elected affiliate leaders discuss the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak on the gaming industry.

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