Las Vegas Business News

Travelers again rank McCarran among top big airports

Terminal 3 is seen from McCarran International Airport's new air traffic control tower Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2016.

The Las Vegas airport slipped a bit but didn’t drop far in the latest J.D. Power and Associates customer satisfaction ranking for mega-airports in the U.S. and Canada. McCarran International Airport finished in ...

Housing woes push into 2020 debate from Nevada and beyond

Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., speaks at a campaign event Tuesday, July 2, 2019, in Las Vegas.

Like many, Mario Wolthers was lured to Las Vegas a decade ago from California by cheaper housing costs. But when his apartment managers tried to raise his rent last spring, he moved in with a roommate. "I'm a responsible taxpaying citizen," said Wolthers, a 38-year-old elementary school teacher and Democrat. "I help a lot of ...

People on the Move: Sept. 30, 2019

In the Notes: Chris Lowden, Ryan Thompson, Lori Olk, Marylesa Howard, Matthew Sloan, Cullen Brown, Todd Sunderland, Mohammed Hussein and more ...

Beauty-tech and wellness company exec: Why follow trends when you can set them?

Beki Hoxha, general manager for FOREO North America, poses with Issa sonic electric toothbrushes and Luna facial cleansing devices at the company in Las Vegas Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019.

Beki Hoxha talks about taking risks and leaps of faith, professionally and literally.

Forever 21 fashion chain files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

In this Tuesday, May 7, 2019, file photo, women select clothing at an American fast fashion retailer Forever 21.

Low-price fashion chain Forever 21, a once-hot destination for teen shoppers that fell victim to its own rapid expansion and changing consumer tastes, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The privately held company based in Los Angeles said Sunday it will close up to ...

Group honors those driving Southern Nevada economy forward

From left, Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance board member Derrick Hill, Abe Ghabra of Aptiv and LVGEA President and CEO Jonas Peterson pose for a photo during the group's annual awards dinner Sept. 26, 2019, at the Aria.

Aptiv, a company focused on driverless car technology, has seen its presence in Las Vegas grow from a dozen or so employees last year to some 200 today. That rapid expansion earned the company this year’s ...

Therapy eatery's specialty drinks celebrate Golden Knights

Downtown Las Vegas’ Therapy restaurant and bar says it will offer a lineup of specialty drinks starting Wednesday to celebrate the opening of the ...

Golden Nugget owner to sign books this weekend

Tilman Fertitta is shown in this August 2012 file photo.

Golden Nugget and Houston Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta will be in Las Vegas this weekend to sign copies of his new book, “Shut Up and Listen!” The billionaire businessman and ...

Flat fares OK’d for airport-Strip taxi rides

Travelers arriving at McCarran International Airport make their way through the taxi queue in Las Vegas on Friday, March 1, 2013.

The five-member Nevada Taxicab Authority board voted unanimously to implement zone-based pricing for cab rides between McCarran International Airport and Strip destinations ...

Player hits $935,000 jackpot at Aliante casino

A Southern Nevada man hit a $935,000 jackpot on Saturday while at the Aliante casino to catch a movie, the North Las Vegas resort announced via Twitter today. The lucky player, identified only as ...

Public records: Sept. 26, 2019

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EBay CEO clashes with board, steps down

An eBay sign at the company's San Jose, Calif., headquarters is seen Oct. 17, 2007.

Devin Wenig, the CEO of eBay, stepped down over differences with the company's board of directors ...

Passenger tally up for 11th straight month at Vegas airport

A Southwest Airlines passenger jet takes off from McCarran International Airport June 5, 2017.

Officials say that for the 11th straight month, the number of passengers using McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas was up in August compared with ...

Sun files lawsuit against Adelson, R-J owners over pact

Las Vegas Sands CEO and Republican megadonor Sheldon Adelson stands as he is recognized by President Donald Trump during a Medal of Freedom ceremony in the White House, Nov. 16, 2018.

In the complaint, the Sun contends that the R-J’s owners violated a longstanding Joint Operating Agreement, virtually eliminating profit sharing and omitting the ...

Las Vegas airport changes Uber, Lyft pickup location

Beginning Wednesday, ride-hailing service passengers leaving McCarran International Airport’s Terminal 1 will have a new pickup point. Passengers using services like Uber and Lyft will no ...

Canadian company buys Faraday Future land at Apex Industrial Park

The Apex Industrial Park near Interstate 15 and Highway 93, north of Las Vegas is shown on Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2016.

A Canadian real estate investment trust has purchased land owned by Faraday Future at the Apex Industrial Park, the city of North Las Vegas announced today. The purchase price ...

Player hits $96,000 video keno jackpot at Plaza

A man from Hawaii hit a $96,000 video keno jackpot Friday at the Plaza in downtown Las Vegas, a casino representative said. Eric Santos of Kahului, Hawaii, hit the jackpot playing progressive Keno game that had ...

The Notes: Philanthropy, Sept. 23, 2019

In the Notes: National Pawnbrokers Association, Max Pawn, Microjig, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Panda Cares, RapidVisa, Nevada State College, Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada and more ...

Caesars announces sale of Rio for $516 million

An exterior view of the Rio Hotel and Casino, June 6, 2013.

Caesars Entertainment has completed a deal to sell the Rio but will continue to operate the Las Vegas property for at least two years, the company announced today ...

Public records: Sept. 23, 2019

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