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Indy Gaming: The heat is on Resorts World Las Vegas

The Strip resort’s Malaysian owner blamed the record-breaking summer temperatures for bringing down quarterly results. Analysts think otherwise.

It’s official: Reno’s not a football town anymore

... the Grand Sierra Resort’s recent announcement that it will build a $400 million 10,600-seat basketball arena would ordinarily merit some skepticism. A $400 million basketball arena? In football-worshiping Reno?

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Reno discusses critical need for affordable housing

Amid growing unease about skyrocketing rental and home prices, Reno’s city council is holding a special meeting Tuesday to discuss solutions that may alleviate pressure on the market and increase affordable housing.

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