Rhode Island Casino Readying for Massachusetts Rivals

The threatening Mass appeal of casinos in the Bay State is forcing Rhode Island’s Twin River casino (l.) to change its modus operandi to deal with the competition.

Published February 24, 2014

New Jersey Senator Criticizes Caesars Atlantic Club Purchase

New Jersey state Senator James Whelan (l.) says Caesars Entertainment is trying to ensure that the Atlantic Club—which it purchased late last year—never opens as a casino again. Whelan...

Published February 24, 2014

New Details on Drai’s at Las Vegas Casino

Nightlife impresario Victor Drai new club at the Cromwell in Las Vegas will be open 24/7. Drai promises a change from many dayclubs and nightclubs, which have become showcases...

Published February 24, 2014

Connecticut Mulls Keno, Sweepstakes Café Questions

Keno in Connecticut appears to be dead now that Governor Dannel P. Malloy has withdrawn his support and key lawmakers say they want to repeal it before it takes...

Published February 24, 2014

Racinos Impacting Ohio Budgets

As tax revenue from Ohio's four casinos declines, its soon-to-be seven racinos are prospering. But that's not necessarily good news for local governments that depend on casino tax revenue...

Published February 24, 2014

Bally’s Atlantic City Remodels Casino

Bally’s Atlantic City (l.) has completed a $5.6 million renovation of its casino floor, the first remodeling of the space in more than a decade. Casino officials say the...

Published February 24, 2014

S.D. Video Lottery Bet Limit Unchanged

The South Dakota House recently rejected a bill that would have raised the video lottery bet limit from $2 to $5. Supporters said the increase was necessary to offset...

Published February 24, 2014

Harrah’s Atlantic City Sued for Security Guards Roughing-up Family

A family from south Florida visiting Harrah’s Atlantic City has filed lawsuits claiming security guards at the casino attacked and wrestled them to the ground in several incidents, breaking...

Published February 24, 2014

Las Vegas Dealers OK 5-Year Contract

Casino dealers at Paris Las Vegas, Bally’s and Harrah’s_all located on the Vegas Strip_have approved a multi-year contract with parent company Caesars Entertainment Corp.

Published February 24, 2014

Saratogians Duke It Out Over New York Casino

At yet another well-attended City Council meeting, Saratoga Springs Mayor Joanne Yepsen said council members would revisit a 2012 resolution that gave official support to full-scale casino gaming in...

Published February 24, 2014

Pinnacle Outperforms in Regional Markets

The Vegas-based gaming company, which has no casinos in its home state, is doing great in regional markets. Its $2.8 billion acquisition of Ameristar has paid off big-time, with...

Published February 24, 2014

Deadwood Seeks Legislative, Marketing Boost

South Dakota lawmakers are considering three bills to help Deadwood better compete with other gaming destinations. In addition, a marketing consultant recently assessed the situation and offered suggestions to...

Published February 24, 2014

Golden Gaming CEO: Poised to Grow

Blake Sartini, the CEO of the Nevada-based tavern-and-slots operation Golden Gaming suggests the company may one day expand into neighboring states such as Arizona and California. For now, it’s...

Published February 24, 2014

Wynn Execs Shedding Stock

A sell-off of Wynn Resorts shares by top-tier executives is only good news for the company. The stock’s value recently hit a 52-week high. And insiders are making a...

Published February 24, 2014

Caesars to Restructure $23 Billion in Debt

A subsidiary of Caesars Entertainment Corp. is working with investment bank Lazard Ltd. to restructure $23 billion in long-term debt. The massive debt load is a record for the...

Published February 17, 2014

Business As Usual in Massachusetts

The year 2014 may be one of many “firsts” when it comes to Massachusetts gaming, such as the first slots and casino resort licenses being issued and possibly a...

Published February 17, 2014

Illinois Gambling Proponents Optimistic

An expanded gambling bill, similar to one that died in committee last year, has a good chance of moving forward in the Illinois legislature. State Rep. Bob Rita's (l.)...

Published February 17, 2014

New Hampshire Governor Doubles Down on Casino

A year after her first efforts to bring a casino to New Hampshire failed, Governor Maggie Hassan (l.) isn’t afraid to try again. The Senate has passed a casino...

Published February 17, 2014

Hopes Dim for Kentucky Expansion

With the state Senate short several votes and uncertainty in the House, the prospects of a constitutional amendment to legalize casinos in Kentucky are fading fast.

Published February 17, 2014

Saratoga Casino Owner Hedging His Bets

James Featherstonhaugh, part owner of Saratoga Raceway, is looking outside the historic community for casino sites. Many Saratoga residents oppose a casino in their town. Saratoga Springs is in...

Published February 17, 2014