Public transit continues to operate but traffic and pedestrians were scarce in downtown Reno on Wednesday, March 18, 2020 after Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak ordered all casinos and non-essential businesses closed for 30 days in an effort to help slow the spread of the coronavirus outbreak. (AP Photo/Scott Sonner)
March 19, 2020
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March 19, 2020 3:01 a.m.
Gambling shuts down in Nevada under governor's virus order
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Casinos throughout Nevada were closed Wednesday along with other nonessential businesses following an unprecedented order from Gov. Steve Sisolak, who also urged residents to stay home to help curtail the spread of coronavirus.