Trump Plaza Set to Implode January 29

Trump Plaza the first casino in Atlantic City to be opened by President Donald Trump, is set to implode nine days after the end of Trump’s presidency.

Published November 16, 2020

Ohio Casino Set Another Monthly Record

Once again, Ohio's 11 casinos and racinos reported record revenue in October. The venues produced revenue of $169.1 million after paying out winnings, an increase of 6.7 percent compared...

Published November 16, 2020

Missouri Town Casino Smoking Ban Fails On Tie Vote

A 4-4 vote of the St. Joseph, Missouri city council meant an ordinance to ban smoking at the St. Jo Frontier Casino (l.) did not pass. Councilmember PJ Kovac...

Published November 16, 2020

Nevada’s Covid Numbers Could Bring More Lockdowns

Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak (l.) is threatening to crack down on the state if residents don’t take Covid-19 more seriously. He gave them two weeks to improve the numbers.

Published November 16, 2020

Rio to Reopen in December

The Rio Casino Resort will likely reopen in December said Caesars Entertainment CEO Tom Reeg. It is the last Caesars property in Las Vegas to remain closed due to...

Published November 16, 2020

Many Interested in Buying the LVS Las Vegas Properties

There are many potential buyers for the Venetian and other properties that Las Vegas Sands Corp. is reportedly interested in selling. According to a gaming analyst they include Australia’s...

Published November 16, 2020

Twin River Now Bally Corp.

Twin River Worldwide Holdings is now officially rebranded as Bally’s Corp and is trading on the New York Stock Exchange under its new name. The company announced the change...

Published November 16, 2020

Hard Rock Announces Hiring Plans for Gary, Indiana Casino

The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana (l.), located in Gary Indiana, has moved its scheduled opening date until the spring, but also scheduled hiring events as it looks to...

Published November 9, 2020

Bonds Delayed for LV-California High Speed Rail

A bond offering that aimed to raise $2.4 billion to help fund a high speed rail line to serve Los Angeles and Las Vegas has been delayed. The delay...

Published November 9, 2020

MGM Growth in Market for Strip Casino

The REIT MGM Growth Properties is interested in purchasing a casino much like the Venetian (l.) in Las Vegas. But it’s also looking for a suitable partner to run...

Published November 9, 2020

California-Nevada Traffic Returns to Pre-Covid Levels

After the Covid-19 pandemic dramatically reduced traffic between Las Vegas and California things are starting the bounce back. For the first time traffic levels exceeded last year’s levels.

Published November 9, 2020

Illegal Slots Still Operating In Missouri

A circuit court judge in Platte County, Missouri ruled Integrity Vending's slot-like games are illegal—a decision that could have far-reaching consequences for the 14,000-plus games operating in gas stations...

Published November 9, 2020

Illinois Casinos Reduce Hours

Eight of Illinois’s 10 casinos are reducing their hours and cutting how many people can be inside them as a result of a second surge of Covid test results....

Published November 9, 2020

Churchill Downs to Limit Capacity for May Derby

The Kentucky Derby (l.) will return to its traditional May date this year, but in deference to the coronavirus pandemic, seating will be limited. The track owners, Churchill Downs,...

Published November 9, 2020

VICI Scuttles Land Deal with Caesars

VICI Properties pulled out of a deal to purchase 23 undeveloped acres (l.) from Caesars Entertainment because of issues relating to parking obligations. The real estate investment trust expects...

Published November 9, 2020

Michigan Law Offers Escape from Lifetime Casino Ban

A new Michigan law allows those who place themselves on the self-exclusion list to come off after five years. The change could result in more problem gamblers signing up...

Published November 9, 2020

MGM Resorts Might Close More Casinos Midweek

Faced with lower than hoped for occupancy, MGM Resorts International followed Wynn Resorts and closed Park MGM (l.) midweek through the holiday season. Midweek occupancy throughout the city fell...

Published November 9, 2020

2nd Pandemic Surge Cuts Hours For Bay State Casinos

A possible second pandemic surge and new executive orders from Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker, are forcing the Bay States three casinos to curtain their hours. The Encore Boston Harbor...

Published November 9, 2020

Casino Gambling Approved At Illinois’ Fairmount Racetrack

In unanimous votes, the Illinois Gaming Board gave final approval for sports betting and tentative approval for a casino at Fairmount Park racetrack in Collinsville. The venue had been...

Published November 9, 2020

Twin River Takes Over Bally’s

Shares of Twin River Casinos Worldwide were up following a positive Q3 revenue report and ahead of the company’s brand change to Bally Corporation. The company also took over...

Published November 9, 2020