UNITED STATES GAMING
A bill that would potentially lower credit card interchange fees could impact consumer rewards programs, which in turn could have negative effects on leisure travel to markets like Nevada....
Virginia Senator Will Reintroduce Casino Bill, if Elected
Virginia state Senator Dave Marsden (l.) said he’s likely to reintroduce his bill proposing a casino in Fairfax County in the 2024 legislative session, if he wins election in...
New York Bidders Up the Ante
Bidders for casinos in the New York City area are beefing up their proposals for community support, or continuing media announcements in support of their projects.
New PA Skill Game Court Case Under Way
A Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court judge has heard arguments in the latest legal challenge involving so-called skill games, the first case with potential statewide consequences involving the games.
Caesars Virginia Set to Open Late Next Year
The $650 million Caesars Virginia in Danville (l.) is set to debut in late 2024, creating 1,300 permanent jobs and generating up to $38 million tax revenue for the...
Howard Hughes Holdings Proposing Sky High Casino
The booming success of the Las Vegas Strip continues to pique the interest of developers and investors alike, and now another non-gaming entity, Howard Hughes Corp., appears to be...
Virginia Reinstates Skill Games Ban
The Supreme Court of Virginia has once again banned skill games in the state, reversing an order from a lower court judge that allowed the games to resume while...
AGA Study: Gaming Has $329 Billion Economic Impact
A new study released by the American Gaming Association showed the casino gaming industry contributes $329 billion in annual economic impact to the U.S. economy, generates $53 billion in...
Rio Hotel & Casino Las Vegas Reveals new Loyalty Program
Dreamscape Companies, which recently purchased the Rio Hotel & Casino Las Vegas (l.) from Caesars Entertainment, has announced a new loyalty program. It is called Rio Rewards.
Crime at Nebraska Casino a “Non-Issue”
Despite warnings of increased crime at Nebraska casinos, that hasn’t occurred at WarHorse Lincoln (l.). Police were called to the casino only 78 times in its first year of...
Video Gambling Revenue May Surpass Illinois Lottery
Tax revenue from Illinois’ 45,000-plus video gambling machines is catching up with the Illinois Lottery, still the state’s main source of gambling revenue. In fiscal 2023, video gambling generated...
Sidewalk Vendors Banned from Las Vegas Strip
The Clark County Commission unanimously approved an ordinance banning sidewalk vendors from selling products within 1,500 feet of prominent Las Vegas attractions.
NV Supreme Court Orders Hotel Tax Suit to Proceed
A high-profile lawsuit that alleges several online travel firms knowingly evaded room taxes in Nevada may proceed, according to the latest ruling from the Nevada Supreme Court.
Atlantic City Casinos Return $504 Million-Plus to State
Atlantic City’s casinos have returned more than $504 million to the state this fiscal year, a record amount that will fund public projects around New Jersey.
Pennsylvania Posts Record-Breaking Revenues for 2022-23
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board has recorded record-breaking revenues and taxes for 2022-23. During the period, the Keystone State opened a new land-based casino and launched several online casinos.
NV Regulators, Suppliers Continue Talks About Approval Process
Gaming suppliers and regulators from the Nevada Gaming Control Board recently held another meeting to try and advance their ongoing conversation about potentially changing or removing regulations surrounding the...
NY Regulators Look at Sibella on Casino Bids
Regulators in New York are investigating the past of Scott Sibella (l.), who recently was fired by Genting’s Resorts World Vegas, and also was president and COO of MGM...
Union Workers Authorize Detroit Casinos Strike
Union members working at Detroit’s three casinos overwhelmingly approved authorizing striking for higher wages, if necessary. The strike could occur as soon as mid-October when contracts expire.
NV Regulators Approve Durango Despite Labor Questions
Red Rock Resorts’ newest project, Durango Casino and Resort, is now fully set for its November 13 opening following unanimous approval from the Nevada Gaming Commission. Sure, the company’s...
Trading Commission Rejects Political Wagering
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission rejected Kalshi’s proposal to allow wagering on Kalshi’s regulated event exchange, calling it unlawful gambling with implications “beyond the election itself,” including fundraising and...