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The city that needs no introduction — but deserves a better one. Las Vegas is more than a tourist destination. It is a sprawling, complex, rapidly growing metropolitan area where over two million people live, work, and build communities. We cover all of it, from the Strip to the suburbs.
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Caesars Shareholders Just Backed the Fertitta Deal — What It Means for the Las Vegas Strip
Caesars Entertainment shareholders approved Tilman Fertitta’s proposed acquisition on Sept. 22, a major step toward a $17.6 billion deal. Regulatory approvals and other closing conditions remain, so the vote does not mean an immediate change at the company’s Las Vegas resorts.
Las Vegas 5-Day Sale Returns With More Than 180 Deals Through Sept. 26
The Las Vegas citywide sale is running Sept. 22-26, with more than 180 deals on hotels, shows, dining and attractions. Hotel offers vary by property, travel dates and booking terms.
Why Las Vegas Small Businesses Should Watch the Plaza’s Event Calendar
The Plaza Hotel & Casino operates downtown meeting and convention facilities that host a range of events. Small businesses can watch the venue and organizer calendars for relevant dates, but event traffic alone does not guarantee new customers.
Las Vegas Restaurant Dates Are Getting a Boost From New Openings in Southwest Las Vegas
Southwest Las Vegas has built a stronger date-night scene around UnCommons and Durango Casino & Resort, with Italian food, wine, cocktails, steak and breezy California-inspired dining close to home.
How Harry Reid Airport’s 2026 Visitor Flow Shapes Las Vegas Business Forecasts
Harry Reid International Airport remains a powerful business indicator, but Las Vegas data through July 2026 points to a selective recovery led by conventions rather than an unchecked passenger surge.
Commerce Street Closure Near Charleston Reshapes Downtown Routes This Week
Commerce Street is closed south of Charleston Boulevard around the clock through Oct. 19 as crews install storm-drain culverts. The work is part of a city-led flood-control project expected to continue through fall 2027.
Las Vegas’ October Convention and Event Surge Is Starting Now
Las Vegas’ fall event calendar starts its October run with G2E, which opens Sept. 28, followed by trade shows and other events across the city. IMEX America is scheduled for Oct. 13-15, while When We Were Young is taking 2026 off.
Las Vegas Dinner Dates Can Get Pricier: What September 2026 Is Doing to the Scene
Late September’s convention traffic and fight-night crowds can make prime Las Vegas dinner reservations harder to land, but smart timing, happy hours, and neighborhood restaurants offer couples more control over the bill.
Inside the UnCommons Food Hall Buildout: A Las Vegas Business Watch for Southwest Growth
Stix Asia is building an 18,000-square-foot, 12-stall food hall at UnCommons, replacing The Sundry and giving southwest Las Vegas another major test of demand for off-Strip dining.
Commerce Street Closed South of Charleston Boulevard as Storm-Drain Work Continues
Commerce Street is closed south of Charleston Boulevard around the clock during a storm-drain construction phase expected to last through Oct. 19. Drivers can use signed detours, while temporary two-way access is available for nearby businesses.
Black Bear Diner’s North Las Vegas Move Shows Where Growth Is Going Next
Black Bear Diner has confirmed a restaurant at West Craig Road and Valley Drive, giving North Las Vegas another national brand as population growth strengthens the city’s retail position.
Bang Bar Is Closing at Cosmopolitan, and the Strip’s Food Court Shuffle Continues
Bang Bar by Momofuku is scheduled to close at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas on Oct. 4, 2026. A new concept from Momofuku and China Palace Group is planned for the space in 2027, though details have not been announced.