Pennsylvania Racino is a Go

Philadelphia’s Joseph Procacci (l.) has finalized a deal to take over and complete the Lawrence Downs Casino and Racing Resort, representing the state’s 14th and final casino license.

Published October 26, 2015

Location Board OKs New York Casino

The New York State Gaming Facility Location Board cited strong public support and an improved plan when it okayed the proposed $295 million Tioga Downs racino (l.) expansion into...

Published October 26, 2015

Court: Okada Must Testify in Las Vegas

The Nevada Supreme Court has upheld a lower court’s ruling that Universal Entertainment chairman and former Wynn director Kazuo Okada (l.) must travel to Nevada for a lawsuit deposition.

Published October 26, 2015

$200 Million in Improvement for Las Vegas Tropicana

Penn National announced $200 million, four-year upgrade of the recently renovated Tropicana in Las Vegas, which Penn National bought in August. The improvements will include adding high-quality dining and...

Published October 26, 2015

Caesars Upgrades Palace in Midst of Bankruptcy

One of the original hotel towers at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas got a $75 million upgrade despite the company being mired deep in bankruptcy. Meanwhile, a federal bankruptcy...

Published October 26, 2015

Lavo Casino Club Opens at Palazzo in Vegas

Whether staying at the Palazzo in Las Vegas, dining at the Lavo restaurant, or heading to the TAO nightclub, patrons can stick around at the new Lavo Casino Club...

Published October 26, 2015

Pete Rose Bar & Grill Opens at On Strip

Pete Rose now is the only celebrity with a restaurant on the Las Vegas Strip after his Pete Rose Bar & Grill (l.) opened on October 14 at the...

Published October 26, 2015

Finger Lakes Casino Clears More Hurdles

The Tyre Town Board approved several measures in favor of the proposed $465 million Lago Resort & Casino and might give final approval this month. The casino project also...

Published October 26, 2015

Riviera Teardown Awaits Environmental Tests

Officials for the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority hope to bring down all of the former Riviera casino’s 13 structures, including its 23-story hotel tower, during the first...

Published October 26, 2015

Regulators Approve Pinnacle, GLPI Transaction

The transaction between Pinnacle Entertainment Inc. and Gaming & Leisure Properties Inc. recently was approved by the Mississippi Gaming Commission. Pinnacle will spin off its operating business plus the...

Published October 26, 2015

Hotel Sold, Isle of Capri Natchez Closes

After selling its hotel for $11.5 million to Casino Holding Investment Partners, owners of Magnolia Bluffs Casino in Natchez, Mississippi, Isle of Capri (l.) closed its Natchez casino on...

Published October 26, 2015

Harrah’s New Orleans Requests Smoking Courtyards

Harrah's New Orleans asked the city to allow outdoor smoking courtyards with slot machines, to help stop declining revenue attributed to the parish-wide smoking ban. It also asked the...

Published October 26, 2015

Iowa Legislator Reintroducing Smoke-Free Casino Measure

A measure providing guidelines for Iowa's first smoke-free casino will be reintroduced in the next legislative session by state Senator Wally Horn, co-chair of the Gambling Casino Restricted License...

Published October 26, 2015

Case Underway in $6.9 Million Hard Rock Suit

A $6.9 million casino mismanagement suit filed by the owners of the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino (l.) in Stateline, Nevada, against defendants Warner Hospitality of Las Vegas and...

Published October 26, 2015

Lyft, Uber Get Okay for Las Vegas Airport Pickups

Drivers for ride-hailing companies Uber and Lyft can pick up passengers from McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas after getting approval from the Clark County Commission. Uber and Lyft...

Published October 26, 2015

West Virginia Legislators Review Greyhound Industry

West Virginia greyhound owners and breeders recently urged members of the Joint Committee on Finance to keep the industry going, even though a recent study indicated dog racing only...

Published October 26, 2015

Cirque to Revamp ‘Believe’ and ‘Love’

Cirque plans an $8 million remake of its popular Love show at the Mirage in Las Vegas, and intends a gala red carpet event to celebrate the revamped show’s...

Published October 26, 2015

Nevada Utility Chief Supports Casino Energy Plans

NV Energy CEO Paul Cadill says he understands why Wynn Las Vegas, Las Vegas Sands, and MGM Resorts International want to leave the utility, but the process to do...

Published October 26, 2015

Fantasy Sports Threat to Nevada Sports Books

While Nevada recently banned fantasy sports wagering within state borders, the popularity of fantasy sports beyond Nevada’s borders and its support in other states ensures it will remain a...

Published October 26, 2015

Atlantic City Casino Revenue up 11 percent

Atlantic City’s eight casinos saw a revenue jump of 11 percent, thanks in part to a trick of the calendar that landed Labor Day weekend in September, but also...

Published October 26, 2015