As AC Mulls Smoking Ban, Researchers are Confident NV Won’t Budge

A smoking ban in Atlantic City appears to be more likely than not at this point, which has led some to ask whether Nevada, the mecca of U.S. gaming,...

Published July 18, 2022

Station to Demolish Shuttered Properties, Sell Land

The three Las Vegas casinos operated by Station Casinos that closed during the pandemic will not reopen. Fiesta Rancho, Texas Station (l.) and Fiesta Henderson will all be demolished...

Published July 18, 2022

Virginia’s First Casino Opens In Bristol

Virginia’s first casino, the temporary Hard Rock Bristol, recently opened in a former mall with 870 slots, 21 table games, a sportsbook, food service and a Hard Rock store....

Published July 18, 2022

New Hampshire Charity Casinos Merge

The co-owners of the former Keene Casino in New Hampshire (l.) have acquired competitor Wonder Casino, and will merge the two into one casino in a new location.

Published July 11, 2022

Dream Las Vegas IR Project Near Airport to Break Ground July 8

Las Vegas locals and tourists alike will soon have a new option to choose from, as the Dream Las Vegas casino project (l.) will break ground Friday, July 8....

Published July 11, 2022

Fremont St in DTLV Could See Increased Security Measures

Downtown Las Vegas’ Fremont Street Experience (l.) has seen multiple shooting incidents in recent weeks, which has caused city officials, including Mayor Carolyn Goodman, to propose stricter safety measures....

Published July 11, 2022

Nebraska City Approves Racino, Just In Case

Ogallala, Nebraska is ready if the legislature eventually approves new casinos at racetracks beyond the six already in existence. The city council approved Elite Casino Resorts’ proposed $100 million...

Published July 11, 2022

New Mexico Horsemen Sue Over Purse Accounts

The New Mexico Horsemen’s Association sued to keep control of casino subsidy accounts after the state Racing Commission put the racetracks in charge. The state Attorney General has issued...

Published July 11, 2022

Critics of Bally’s Chicago’s Casino Cite R.I. Strike Threat

Bally’s promised labor harmony in its Chicago development. But the company faces a possible strike from the hospitality union in Rhode Island, prompting critics to question the company’s commitment.

Published July 11, 2022

PA Rep. to Seek Expansion of Truck Stop Video Gambling

Pennsylvania State Rep. Seth Grove (l.) will introduce a law that removes the requirement for video gambling truck stops to sell a minimum quantity of diesel fuel. He compared...

Published July 11, 2022

Majority of NJ Lawmakers Sponsor Smoking Ban Bill

The push to ban smoking in Atlantic City’s casinos now has the support of the majority of lawmakers in both chambers. The vote is expected to occur in September....

Published July 11, 2022

Alabama Supreme Court Rules Casino Owes $70+ Million in Back Taxes

The racing and bingo venue Greenetrack (l.) in Greene County, Alabama, must pay back taxes of $76 million, the state’s supreme court ruled. Greenetrack illegally partnered with nonprofits but...

Published July 11, 2022

Illinois VGT Operators In Legal Battle

Illinois’ Gold Rush Amusements has sued Accel Entertainment, claiming that as a result of Accel’s actions, Gold Rush’s “standing, reputation, prestige, goodwill and business were damaged” resulting in “a...

Published July 11, 2022

Temporary Illinois Casino Work Continues

The 70,000 square-foot Temporary by American Place casino is taking shape in Waukegan, Illinois and expected to open this fall with 1,000 slots, 50 table games, a sportsbook, restaurant...

Published July 4, 2022

Virginia Casino Opening Delayed

Officials said the $500 million Caesars Virginia (l.) in Danville will open in 2024, not December 2023 as originally announced, due to supply chain and labor issues. The casino...

Published July 4, 2022

Morton, Baidan Give New Details on Las Vegas Arena, IR Project

Marc Baidan and Randy Morton (l.), the Oak View Group executives in charge of the company’s $3 billion sports and entertainment development in Las Vegas, recently shared new details...

Published July 4, 2022

Nevada Regulators Give Final OK to Legends Bay in Sparks

The Nevada Gaming Commission has approved the opening of Legends Bay Casino (l.) in Sparks, after nearly 15 years of planning and setbacks. The casino still needs to hire...

Published July 4, 2022

Did Hard Rock Exec Send Email Asking for Hochul Donations?

Hard Rock hosted a fundraiser at its Times Square hotel on June 20. Proceeds benefited the campaign of New York Governor Kathy Hochul (l.). An email was sent to...

Published July 4, 2022

AGA Forms Task Force, Releases Guide to ID, Prevent Human Trafficking in Gaming

The American Gaming Association has formed a new initiative, called the Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force, which aims to educate and alert the gaming industry on how to identify and...

Published July 4, 2022

Richmond Plans to Vote Again for Casino, Even if State Objects

Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin (l.) isn’t going to help Richmond, but the city will follow a court order that permits them to vote again for a casino. Meanwhile, Petersburg...

Published July 4, 2022