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KSNV-TV: News 3

David Schwartz, a UNLV professor who studies the gaming industry, says paid parking on the Strip was always a bad idea.

Press of Atlantic City

New Jersey still ranks among national leaders in terms of casino gaming’s economic impact, but other states, including nearby competitors, are gaining ground, according to a recent report.

Newswise

The ҳ| 鶹ýӳ (UNLV), today announced the launch of an ambitious new initiative designed to bring critical academic processes and scholarly activity tracking into a central digital environment.

Las Vegas Review Journal

The ancient Central American city of Caracol was abandoned by the Maya almost a thousand years ago, but Arlen and Diane Chase can’t seem to stay away from the place.

Las Vegas Review Journal

Strip land selling for $50 million an acre.

The Argonaut

University of Idaho presidential finalist Diane Z. Chase brings 16 years of administrative experience to the table.

The Lewiston Tribute

 

The Idaho State Board of Education will meet today in a Boise-based executive session to discuss its presidential searches at the University of Idaho and Boise State University.

 

KLAS-TV: 8 News Now

Big changes are coming to MGM Resorts International properties in Las Vegas. From shakeups in leadership to investments in technology, the plan is called "MGM 2020."

Washington Post

Except for horse racing and a lottery, when it comes to gambling, Virginia has for years avoided casinos with slot machines and roulette wheels, believing they are tacky, risky and too close to organized crime. For evidence, look at Atlantic City or Las Vegas.

KLAS-TV: 8 News Now

It's that time of year where high school students explore options for college and Friday UNLV welcomed hundreds of African American students to find out if they'd like UNLV to become their future home.

Las Vegas Review Journal

Harriet Barlow, who heads a multicultural academic resource center at UNLV, told a group of 275 African American students that she is “living proof of the value of higher education.”

Press of Atlantic City

Atlantic City has made progress in recent years to diversify its offerings.

But weather may be one of the largest reasons the city lives in Las Vegas’ shadow.