How to Start a Business in Las Vegas

Las Vegas presents an odd challenge for the Nevada Development Authority, a nonprofit agency that encourages economic development the southern part of the state. The trouble is that Sin Citys fun reputation often outshines its entrepreneurial cred. Youve probably been here and had a heck of a time, says Somer Hollingsworth, the agency s president and CEO. Our challenge is to show that ...

WSOP champs start famous but have faded out

LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- The countdown toward crowning the next World Series of Poker champion has begun. By the early morning hours of Nov. 9, when the final hand is dealt, poker fans will know all there is to know about the final of table of nine players.

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LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- The countdown toward crowning the next World Series of Poker champion has begun.

Rory Reid hampered by his last name in race for Nevada governor

With Sen. Harry Reid on the ballot, his son Rory is having a hard time in his race for governor persuading Nevada voters to elect two from the family. Rory Reid would like to be Nevada's next governor, but there's a problem. Not a lack of money: He's got plenty of that. Not a shortage of ideas: He's got plenty of those.

Republicans Fret as Angle Slips

Republicans are growing increasingly frustrated with Sharron Angle and her lackluster campaign to unseat Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.), fearing she is jeopardizing what they had long viewed as a sure pickup and costing them a chance to reclaim the majority.