Hard Times Hit Las Vegas

Bankrupt
After two decades as the fastest-growing city in the U.S., Las Vegas has seen its growth spurt go flat. Portions of the once glorious Strip are now dotted with steel and concrete shells, like the $2.9 billion Fontainebleau, above, where construction has been halted as the developer and bank lenders attempt to refinance their project.

• 2009 Cover: "Less Vegas"
• 2004 Cover: "The Strip Is Back!"