AGA Survey: Industry Executives Positive on Gaming Outlook

The American Gaming Association’s annual Gaming Industry Outlook survey of gaming executives shows that top officials remain positive on the prospects of the industry, despite looming economic problems.

Published May 1, 2023

Colorado Hands $14 Million in Tax Credits to U.K. Sportsbook

The Colorado Economic Development Commission forked over $14 million in tax credits to an unnamed U.K. sports betting firm. The established company figures to spend $40 million on office...

Published May 1, 2023

Plans Progressing in Atlantic Club Makeover

The shuttered Atlantic Club (l.) casino-hotel is in the process of being rebuilt and refurbished into a mixed-use development including hotel towers, condominiums and a retail mall.

Published May 1, 2023

Missouri Attorney General Loses Lawyers

Lawyers for Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey (l.) withdrew from a case against the state filed by Torch Electronics and Warrenton Oil after Bailey’s political action committee took donations...

Published May 1, 2023

Michigan Charities Post $5 Million In 2022

Michigan charities’ licensed Millionaire Parties generated nearly $5 million in net profit in 2022. The number of events increased by 137 percent in 2022 compared to 2021.

Published May 1, 2023

South Dakota Regulators Approve New Operator

SGMSD and owner John Grant Lincoln have received licenses from the South Dakota Commission on Gaming and now can move forward with purchasing the historic Franklin Hotel and Silverado...

Published May 1, 2023

Lawmakers Band Together to Support NV-CA Train Line

Lawmakers from Nevada and California are joining forces to try and convince U.S. President Joe Biden to allocate billions in funding toward the construction of a high-speed train line...

Published May 1, 2023

New Jersey Unveils New Steps to Curb Problem Gambling

The state Attorney General Matthew Platkin (l.) delivered a speech at the East Coast Gaming Congress in Atlantic City detailing new efforts to lessen problem gambling. The steps involve...

Published May 1, 2023

NGC OK’s Two Dozen Regulations to Someday Change, Eliminate

The Nevada Gaming Commission has approved a total of 24 outdated gaming regulations that may be modified or removed altogether down the line.

Published May 1, 2023

Nebraska’s Two Casinos Set Gaming Tax Records

Open for seven months, WarHorse Lincoln and Grand Island Casino (l.) in Nebraska have set tax contribution records for three consecutive months, posting combined tax revenue of $1.55 million...

Published May 1, 2023

Missouri Mayor Seeks Casino License

Dennis Newberry (l.), the mayor of Lake Ozark, Missouri, thanked legislators for their support of two bills that would authorize a voter referendum to change the state constitution and...

Published May 1, 2023

Hofstra University Sues Nassau County Over Proposed Casino

New York’s Hofstra University is suing Nassau County, seeking to derail a proposal by Las Vegas Sands to license a casino (l.) at the current site of the Nassau...

Published May 1, 2023

‘Skill Game’ Supporters Rally in PA

Supporters of unregulated “skill games” rallied at the Pennsylvania Capitol in support of a bill that would establish the legality of the slot-like devices, and regulate and tax the...

Published May 1, 2023

A’s Partner with Stadium Contractor, but Not Culinary

Now that the Athletics have agreed to make the jump to Las Vegas, the team has started the process of procuring the necessary manpower to build and staff its...

Published May 1, 2023

Atlantic City Edgy About New York Casinos

New York casinos could pose a threat to Atlantic City by siphoning off gamblers in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions. Operators could offset the competition by bidding on NYC...

Published May 1, 2023

NV Tourism Created $91 Billion in Impact in ‘22; March Numbers So-So

The Nevada Resort Association’s latest economic report revealed that the state’s tourism industry generated over $90 billion in overall economic impact in 2022. In March of this year, however,...

Published May 1, 2023

Cleveland Hispanic Youth To Learn About Problem Gambling

The National Council on Problem Gambling awards a $40,000 grant to a Cleveland program for efforts to educate Hispanic youth about the dangers of problem gambling. Hispanic young adults...

Published April 24, 2023

Louisiana Casino Announces Rebranding, Expansion

This fall, Hollywood Casino in Baton Rouge (l.) will become the Queen Baton Rouge. New owners, Queen Casino & Entertainment, also plan an $85 million renovation and expansion.

Published April 24, 2023

State, Local Governments Allocate Treatment Funds

Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin (l.) signed legislation establishing the state’s Problem Gambling Treatment and Support Advisory Committee. Sheridan County, Wyoming will utilize annual allocations for prevention and treatment programs.

Published April 24, 2023

Las Vegas Mirage Offers Locals Perks

Hard Rock International, which bought the Mirage (l.) on the Las Vegas Strip from MGM Resorts International last year, has begun offering free parking, show and spa discounts and...

Published April 24, 2023