Las Vegas could be losing tourists over cannabis crackdown

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — In a city known for saying “yes,” Las Vegas may be losing tourists over one big “no” — cannabis inside casinos.

Researchers examining Nevada’s gaming and cannabis industries found that the long-standing separation between the two could be limiting tourism, especially as visitor preferences continue to shift toward experience-driven travel.

While recreational marijuana is legal in Nevada, its use is largely restricted to private spaces and licensed lounges — and notably, not allowed inside casino-resorts. That creates a disconnect in a city known for offering everything in one place.

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According to findings highlighted by CDC Gaming Reports, that gap may be working against Las Vegas as it competes for visitors…

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