Las Vegas Sell Off? Caesars! Planet Hollywood! Rio!

Caesars is up for sale! Not Caesars Palace, the whole company is up for sale! But, that’s not the only Las Vegas sale that’s pending, and Sin City could soon be completely transformed! But actually, there are nine Vegas casino resorts that could be sold very soon… and another major resort that just changed hands with hardly anyone noticing.  We’ll get to that in just a moment because uh first, the possible sale of Caesars Entertainment. Golden Nugget owner Tilman Fertitta has made them a takeover offer for $7 billion. If successful, he would acquire the Las Vegas resorts of Caesars…

Executive Shake-Up at Rio Las Vegas

A significant change in ownership and leadership has taken place at Rio Las Vegas as Kennedy Lewis Investment Management has moved into the position of majority owner. Dreamscape Companies, which initially purchased the property from Caesars Entertainment in 2019, has transitioned into a minority ownership role. This shift in the corporate structure has resulted in an immediate and substantial shake up of the executive team at the resort. The ownership transition involved buying out former minority stakeholders, including longtime casino executive Bill McBeath. Following the change in control, several high ranking officials have departed the organization. Among those no longer…

Rio Las Vegas Launches Live Keno

The management of Rio Las Vegas has announced the official return of live keno to its casino floor, marking a significant step in the ongoing revitalization of the off-Strip resort. The new gaming offering officially launched on February 4, 2026, bringing back a classic casino experience that had been absent from the property for several years. This addition is part of a broader effort by the current ownership to refresh the gaming floor and provide a more diverse array of entertainment options for visitors. The newly established keno lounge features a dedicated desk that is staffed daily from 10 a.m….

Rio Las Vegas Wins 10 Local Awards

Rio Las Vegas secured ten honors in the Las Vegas Review-Journal 2025 Best of Las Vegas awards. The resort earned three gold, three silver, and four bronze medals across several categories including entertainment, dining, and nightlife. This recognition comes during an extensive multi-phase transformation of the property, which is located just off the main Las Vegas Strip. In the entertainment sector, the acrobatic production WOW – The Vegas Spectacular took home the gold award for Best Acrobatic Show. The long-standing magic act Penn and Teller also received a gold award for Best Magic Show. The Empire Strips Back, a newer…

New Penn & Teller Casino Monte at Rio

Las Vegas is always changing and innovating, and the Penn & Teller Casino Monte game is a great example. This newly developed product from Adventura Gaming specifically fort Rio Las Vegas and combines the celebrity of Penn & Teller with top-tier game play. The company recently announce the launch of Penn & Teller Casino Monte on March 3rd. This groundbreaking casino table game, featuring the legendary duo Penn & Teller, is the first of its kind—a celebrity-branded table game designed to attract new audiences to casinos. Penn & Teller Casino Monte is designed to be a fun and accessible experience…

Rio Las Vegas Marks 35th Anniversary

Rio Las Vegas is celebrating 35 years of history, after opening on January 15th 1990. Since that time it has attracted locals and visitors alike with its vibrant design, unique amenities, and memorable experiences. Now under Dreamscape Companies, Rio is honoring its legacy while embracing a bold new future. And now, guests can save 35% on room rates for stays through 31 August 2025, when booked by 31 January. Available exclusively when you book direct at official website. To commemorate this significant milestone, the resort is celebrating with exclusive anniversary specials as well as the reopening of VooDoo Lounge with…