Stories Tagged as
Casinos
The history of the Las Vegas Strip is the history of how we vacation
by
Kai Ryssdal
May 15, 2017
The evolution of the Strip's architecture reflects how U.S. leisure trends have changed in the last several decades.
Trump Taj Mahal closes down, laying off 3,000
by
Kai Ryssdal
Oct 10, 2016
Despite bearing the presidential nominee's name, the casino has been owned by activist investor Carl Icahn since 2014.
How do casinos decide where to put slot machines?
Sep 8, 2015
They use the urinal theory, among other secrets.
What's next for Atlantic City?
Sep 8, 2014
Atlantic City attempts to reinvent itself as more than just a gambling hub.
Atlantic City loses again as more casinos close
Sep 1, 2014
The gaming industry is suffering, and Atlantic City is the most obvious casualty.
Casinos developers take extra steps to sweeten the pot
Jul 15, 2014
A new casino promises $300 million to Boston, even though it won't be in the city.
For public good, not for profit.
Casino saturation hits Atlantic City
Jun 30, 2014
A boom in East Coast casinos has washed out tax revenue in old gambling hubs.
Casino buses get lots of business, despite mounting accidents
by
Ben Bergman
Jan 25, 2014
Casino buses are only loosely regulated by the federal government, despite a spate of recent crashes
Internet cafes in Ohio face ban
by
Molly Wood
May 30, 2013
Internet cafes equipped with computer games resembling casino games have popped up across Ohio. Now there's a bill to cap winnings and ban the practice.