I lived in Las Vegas for 11 years, until 2006, and seem to remember that a slight increase in sales tax (1/4 cent?) was voted on and approved, all of which was to go for more police protection. Your recent QoD implied that there is a shortage of police. What's the deal?

Further to the Jan. 14 Question of the Day, are there any entertainers/celebrities who, because of because of their disgraceful behavior or antics, are pretty much barred from Las Vegas?

After seeing a recent KLAS TV local news story on crime on the Strip, what's your take on the increase in organized pick pocketing, trick rolls, etc.? They seemed to indicate that hotel security has become overwhelmed, especially by the clubs.

Has there ever been a hotel in Vegas that has had or entertained the thought of having a retractable roof for pool/spa use in the winter months?

Regarding hotels charging guests parking fees … I have a handicap plate. Will I still be charged full price for parking?

While traveling on the I-15 and other highways, I noticed large metal animal figures along the median. Is there somewhere I can purchase one of them and have it shipped to my home? A website would be great Thanks -- they are amazing!

There seems to be demolition going on at the Moulin Rouge site. Do you know if there are any plans to redevelop the site?

Are U.S citizens allowed to gamble in the Macao casinos? What are the restrictions?

Back when the Gaming Expo was in town last year, you wrote about a possible new version of Sigma Derby that might be coming out. Is there any update on that? Is it available to play anywhere in Vegas?

Driving around town I see a lot of vanity plates (OMGIML8 yesterday prompted this question). Are there any statistics on the percentage of vanity plates here? It seems like there are more here than any place else I've been.