Sat, Jan 21, 2012
Although he won’t actually have any authority until the rest of the Massachusetts Gaming Commission is named, Chairman Stephen Crosby (l.) is already talking about what he would like to see potential casino developers propose. His message is: think big and think creatively.
Sat, Jan 21, 2012
The Ohio Casino Control Commission refuses to be rushed in doing its job before allowing the first of four casinos authorized by the voters to open. The commission is doing background checks that can take up to 18 months, in just a few months. Recently it was forced to concede that the opening set by the Cleveland Horseshoe Casino (l.) for March would not happen.
Sat, Jan 21, 2012
State Senator Ellyn Bogdanoff (l.), who is behind Florida’s ambitious casino bill, originally presented as a way to limit or ban lesser forms of gaming, says she has “lost that battle.”
Sat, Jan 21, 2012
The Maryland slot location commission has rejected one of two bids for the license to create a casino resort at the state-owned Rocky Gap Lodge (l.) in western Maryland.
Sat, Jan 21, 2012
More than half of residents polled are unimpressed by the plan to build a $4 billion complex at the Aqueduct racetrack, now home to a thriving racino, which is actually threatening live racing at the track.
Sat, Jan 21, 2012
Delaware Governor Jack Markell has done an about-face on the issue of new casinos in the state, now supporting the existing racinos’ position that new venues would do hurt business.
Sat, Jan 21, 2012
Florida AG opposes slots outside Miami-Dade and Broward counties, winning applause from the Seminoles. Pam Bondi (l.) had alleged money laundering at tribe’s Tampa casino.
Sat, Jan 21, 2012
Lawmakers in northern New Jersey are backing a Casino Gaming Study Commission that would consider expanded gaming at the Meadowlands racetrack, as well as evaluate the state’s new regulatory reforms. But opposition from the Governor Chris Christie’s office might kill the proposal.
Sat, Jan 21, 2012
Cordish Company officials say the first phase of what will be Maryland’s largest casino is on target to open in early June with between 2,500 and 3,000 slots.
Sat, Jan 21, 2012
The New York tribe says it will resume construction of its permanent Buffalo Creek casino sometime in 2012. The site has sat idle since 2008.
Sat, Jan 21, 2012
The Missouri River Historical District, license holder for Argosy Casino Sioux City, has sued casino operator Penn National in federal district court. MRHD said Penn is interfering with MRHD’s ability to talk to other operators about a larger, land-based casino.
Sat, Jan 21, 2012
Kansas City’s four casinos—Ameristar, Argosy Riverside, Harrah’s North Kansas City and Isle of Capri—are getting ready for new competition in the form of the Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway. The $200 million Hollywood will open February 3.
Sat, Jan 21, 2012
Saratoga Casino and Raceway in New York has released a $40 million expansion plan that would add a hotel and convention center, as well as 15,000 square feet of gaming space. The raceway is gearing up for the prospect of expanded gambling in New York under Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s new initiatives.
Sat, Jan 21, 2012
The Senate wants to regulate the cafes, which offer online electronic games some have compared to slots. The House supports an outright ban. And Governor Rick Scott (l.) believes they are outright illegal already.
Sat, Jan 21, 2012
The real estate investor will make a credit bid for the property, and may offer more if other suitors emerge. Bids are due by February 10 and now starts at $60 million.
Sat, Jan 21, 2012
Atlantic City's second-smallest casino, ACH, has begun its plan to attract a local market by offering bargains and discounted slots and table games. Will it be enough for the casino to survive a pivotal 2012?
Sat, Jan 21, 2012
CityCenter in Las Vegas has partnered with Sotheby's International Realty to sell its luxury condominiums at Mandarin Oriental and Veer Towers (l.). Sotheby's is concentrating its marketing efforts in Asia, South America and Canada.
Sat, Jan 21, 2012
The East Fremont Street casino has closed indefinitely pending a redevelopment plan. Ninety employees were informed last November of the looming closure.
Sat, Jan 21, 2012
Atlantic City’s Casino Reinvestment Development Authority is considering plans to add retail and dinning space along Pacific Avenue (l.) as part of the Tourism District’s Master Plan. But will casinos go to the expense of converting frontage?
Sat, Jan 21, 2012
The number of calls to the Wisconsin Council on Problem Gambling dropped 6 percent, from 14,380 calls in 2010 to 13,528 in 2011. But the average debt of callers soared to $157,074, more than $113 higher than in 2010.
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