Mirin Testimony Highlights Self Defense Claim in Las Vegas Killing
Bill Mirin, strip cab company owner, testifies he killed former manager Mel Wolford in self defense after a confrontation at Charlie's Bar. He paints Wolford as violent, recounts threats, past accusations, and a disputed warning shot incident. Defense seeks to frame Mirin as distraught by Supreme Court stay affecting his cab operation.
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Las Vegas executives push 10000 jackpot limit
Three casino executives and the Nevada Gaming Commission discussed capping slot jackpots at 10000 while a board amendment would also set limits on progressive machines. Opposed was MGM Grand’s Don Campbell who argued regulation should rest with casino owners. Commission postponed final action to next month in Carson City.
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Nevada Names John Gamble State Superintendent of Education
John Gamble, a 28 year Nevada education veteran, sworn in as State Superintendent of Public Instruction. He pledges focus on creating an educational television network for Nevada. Gamble, 52, succeeds Dr. Kenneth Hansen who resigned amid controversy.
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Gaming License Revocation Sought for Caesars Cheating Case
The State Gaming Control Board seeks revocation of Angelo Stamis’s gaming license and work card amid a Caesars Palace cheating scandal. The board also recommends a $50,000 fine and divestment of all interests in Jerry’s Nugget entities, pending court outcomes. A separate hearing on David Louis Goldberg’s license continued. he faces past federal fraud convictions.
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