Casino Hotel Workers Strike Near Las Vegas Strip

Hundreds of hotel workers at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas have gone on strike after failing to secure a new contract, marking the first open-ended strike in 22 years for the Culinary Workers Union. The union, representing about 60,000 members, is demanding fair wage increases and better benefits, criticizing the company's proposal as inadequate. The strike includes 24/7 picket lines and calls for customers to avoid crossing the strike line. This action follows a previous 48-hour walkout and comes after successful negotiations with other major Las Vegas hotels last year.