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Ex-Las Vegas Raiders Player Henry Ruggs Gets New Judge for Fatal DUI Case
Former Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Henry Ruggs III was assigned another judge for his Las Vegas drunk driving case and possible criminal trial. Justice of the Peace Joe Bonaventure, who is now overseeing the Las Vegas DUI court, recused himself on...
Nevada’s Moonlite Bunny Ranch Brothel is Site of Shooting, Sex Worker Standoff with Cops
A reputed sex worker was arrested early Tuesday at northern Nevada’s Moonlite Bunny Ranch shortly after a shooting spree at the infamous brothel, according to local media. Savannah Henderson, 28, who also uses the name “Tiara Tae,” and who resides in Dayton,...
Jackpot: Las Vegas Casinos Pay Four Wins of $400K or More
Caesars Palace Las Vegas and the Flamingo Las Vegas recently paid out a total of four wins of $400K or better to lucky players at the Caesars Entertainment gaming properties. On Saturday, an unidentified player won a $440K jackpot playing video poker...
Casino Crime Roundup: Harrah’s Casino Visitor Allegedly Assaults Security, Cops
A man at Harrah’s Casino in Joliet, Ill. was arrested Thursday after he allegedly repeatedly punched security guards and struggled with police officers. Michael Knowles, 34, of New Lenox, Ill., was charged with aggravated battery and obstructing a police officer, according to...
Cherokee Casino Drunk Guest Allegedly Sexually Assaulted by Oklahoma Cop
An Oklahoma police officer was arrested last week on a rape charge after he gave an allegedly drunk woman a ride home from Cherokee Casino. The two later had oral sex, according to statements given to police. West Siloam Springs Police Department...
Proposed Charitable Casino in Concord, N.H. Leads to Controversy, Petition
Many Concord, N.H. residents voiced criticisms about a conditionally-approved charitable casino during a Wednesday public hearing before the city’s Planning Board. There are worries over the small venue’s impact on the environment, increased traffic, and other negatives that come with a new...
Las Vegas Crime Round Up: NFL’s Alvin Kamara, Chris Lammons Indicted
Alvin Kamara, a running back for the New Orleans Saints, Chris Lammons, a Cincinnati Bengals cornerback, and two other men were indicted on Wednesday for a 2022 assault outside of a Las Vegas Strip nightclub. Kamara, Lammons, Christopher Young, and Percy Harris...
Jackpot: Aliante Casino Player Wins $254K, Other Valentine’s Week Winners
A local player at Las Vegas’ Aliante Casino Hotel Spa won a $254,212.71 jackpot on Tuesday night. His win is just one of a group of Valentine's week jackpots recently announced. The Aliante winner was identified as “Deven.” He played a 25-cent...
Wynn Las Vegas Guest Allegedly Misspent $10M in Client Funds for Hotel Room, Casino Gambling
The president of a California lending business allegedly tapped into more than $10M in client money to pay for her extravagant living costs at the Wynn Las Vegas for six months. She also was using the cash for gambling 24/7, according to...
Las Vegas Crime Round Up: New Charge for Actor, Possible Death Penalty for Officer Killing
Nathan Chasing Horse is facing another charge in a widespread sex crimes investigation. The "Dances with Wolves” actor and reputed cult leader is the subject of an additional warrant for aggravated sexual assault of a child, according to Las Vegas TV station...