By Sadonna Price Culinary Workers Union in Vegas My Still Strike as Negotiations Stall November 1, 2023 Summary: Employees want better health care and wages. Workload reduction and daily room cleaning are also on the table. The talks have progressed but not reached the level employees would like to see. A strike is still imminent in Las Vegas as the Culinary Workers Union Local 226 and casino operators have yet to secure […]
By Sadonna Price Dozens of Arrests Made in Recent Las Vegas Casino Strike October 26, 2023 Summary: Employees were arrested for sitting in the street. Cars were blocked on the Strip in both directions for around 30 minutes. Almost five dozen people were cited for disturbing the peace. Unionized casino employees are not playing around when it comes to securing a new union deal. Yesterday, many of the hotel workers headed […]
By Sadonna Price Detroit Casino Employees Head to City Council for Assistance October 25, 2023 Summary: Over 3,000 workers are currently on strike. Hundreds of thousands of tax dollars are at stake in Detroit. Canadian casinos are appealing to Michigan gamblers due to the strike. It’s been a few days since the casino employees in Detroit decided to go on strike, and there is still no new contract in place. […]
By Sadonna Price Rivers Casino Philadelphia Renews License for Five Years October 24, 2023 Summary: The casino has contributed almost $2 billion in tax revenues since opening. Sugarhouse HSP Gaming, LP received unanimous approval for the renewal. The information-gathering process is rigorous for the approval process. When a casino operator is approved for licensing, they have a set time to offer services before they must renew their license. A […]
By Sadonna Price Casino Cyber Criminals Strike Again, This Time in New York October 23, 2023 Summary: Hackers broke into Everi slot gaming systems. Hospitals had to move serious patients to other facilities. The investigation is ongoing into the incidents. Less than a month after the news broke that Caesars Entertainment and MGM Resorts International were hit with a cyber-attack, we have now learned that New York is the latest victim. […]
By Sadonna Price Over $70k in Fines Issued by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board October 20, 2023 Summary: Three license holders were named in the fines. Live! Casino Pittsburg was fined for self-exclusion and minor gambling issues. Love’s Travel Stop was fined for ownership structure issues. Operating a gambling business in any state requires the provider to follow strict regulations and rules set up by the overseer. In Pennsylvania, the Gaming Control […]
By Sadonna Price Detroit Casino Workers Go on Strike October 18, 2023 Summary: MGM Grand, Hollywood Casino & MotorCity Casino Hotel employees are part of the strike. Employees paced the sidewalks after walking out to showcase their demands. Workers feel underpaid and overworked as casinos profit. After approving the right to strike, employees of the three major commercial casinos in Detroit are now on strike. A deadline […]
By Sadonna Price Detroit Casino Workers May Walk Out Today October 17, 2023 Summary: Thousands of employees may strike by noon if a deal is not reached. The union negotiating committee approved the decision to strike. Employees of Detroit Casinos have never gone on strike before. Union and casino negotiations continue to be at a standstill in Detroit, with employees set to go on strike starting today at […]
By Sadonna Price Las Vegas Casino Union Workers Picket the Strip to Send a Message October 13, 2023 Summary: Three picket lines took place on the Strip. Visitors feel that hotel companies should pay their employees more. Employees participating asked visitors not to cross picket lines. Visitors to several Las Vegas Casinos were met with picket lines yesterday as employees voiced their displeasure over stalled union contracts. The informational picket lines began on […]
By Sadonna Price MGM Resorts Offering Special Offers To Members After Cyber Attack October 12, 2023 Summary: Various offers are being provided to reward customers. Promotions may include a complimentary stay. The offer is to thank players for their loyalty. In an attempt to appease its reward members, MGM Resorts International is reportedly sending out promotional deals. News of the deals started online via X as social media blogger Vital Vegas […]
