Task Force to Study Kentucky’s HHR Tax

When Kentucky lawmakers voted to legalize historical horseracing machines, many expressed concern about the low tax rate. Now a 10-member task force will study raising taxes on the machines’...

Published March 8, 2021

Caesars Also Interested in Texas Casinos

Caesars Entertainment has joined Las Vegas Sands Corp. in being interested in casinos in Texas. The “only” rub is convincing the Texas legislature to agree to put it on...

Published March 8, 2021

Media Weighs In On Alabama Gaming Measure

In Alabama, several popular columnists recently commented on state Senator Del Marsh’s (l.) proposed constitutional amendment to expand gaming in the state. Their views run the gamut.

Published March 8, 2021

Nebraska Gaming Legislation Moves to Senate

A Nebraska Senate committee has OK’d a bill that adds details to gaming initiatives voters approved in November. The measure would allow casino gaming at horse tracks, earmarking revenues...

Published March 8, 2021

More People Can Enter Michigan Casinos

Under new Covid-19-related orders from the state, more Michigan businesses may now operate at increased capacity, including casinos like Greektown (l.), which can allow 30 percent occupancy.

Published March 8, 2021

New Yorkers Want More Gaming, Poll Shows

Most New York voters say they favor full-scale gaming at the two New York City-area racinos, including Resorts World NYC (l.) and Empire City Yonkers. Support for mobile betting...

Published March 8, 2021

Convention-Less January Falls Hard on the Vegas Strip

Gaming revenues were down more than 43 percent compared to pre-pandemic January 2020. Visitation for the month, normally the second best on the Strip’s conventions calendar, was down more...

Published March 8, 2021

ESPN Broadcasts WSOP Events

ESPN again was the exclusive outlet broadcasting the World Series of Poker, including the 2021World Series of Poker Main Event and the first-ever Heads Up World Championship.

Published March 1, 2021

NJ CRDA to Fund Free Job Training for AC Residents

The New Jersey Casino Reinvestment Development Authority voted to fund a free job training program for Atlantic City residents, and granted preliminary approval to contributed $2.5 million to create...

Published March 1, 2021

Cosmopolitan to Honor Covid Heroes

The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas casino resort is accepting nominations in its contest to honor local "pandemic heroes." The winners will receive a two-night stay at the Strip resort...

Published March 1, 2021

Resorts World Vegas to Include High-End Retail

Resorts World Las Vegas, a lavish new property due to open this summer on the Strip, has announced its partnership with iconic Los Angeles-based experiential retailer Fred Segal.

Published March 1, 2021

Churchill Downs Sells Arlington Racetrack

Churchill Downs Inc. has announced plans to sell Arlington International Racecourse (l.) outside Chicago. The site is likely to be redeveloped, says CEO Bill Carstanjen.

Published March 1, 2021

Time Running Out for Iowa Gaming Referendum

In 2013, a majority of Iowa voters approved casino gaming in Cedar Rapids (l.). But that approval will expire this year, leaving officials to determine whether or not to...

Published March 1, 2021

Illinois Casino Plans $87 Million Expansion

Following a proposed $87 million expansion, Rivers Casino Des Plaines (l,) will be Illinois’ largest casino, with 2,000 gaming positions—the maximum allowed in the state.

Published March 1, 2021

Hawaii Casino Proposal Dead

A casino bill has died in the Hawaii legislature. The bill, which would have allowed a casino on Hawaii’s Home Lands, has been tabled “indefinitely” by the Senate Hawaiian...

Published March 1, 2021

Gaming Commission Intervenes in Suit Against Encore Boston

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission will file an amicus brief in a class-action lawsuit against the Encore Boston Harbor casino. The lawsuit contends that the casino’s blackjack odds rip off...

Published March 1, 2021

New Mexico Track Cancels Racing

The 2020-21 horse racing meet at Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino (l.) in New Mexico has been officially canceled. This year's meet was scheduled to start in December and...

Published March 1, 2021

Kentucky Governor Signs HHR Legislation

Historical horseracing is now legal in Kentucky with Governor Andy Beshear’s (l.) signature on a bill that amends the definition of parimutuel wagering.

Published March 1, 2021

Marsh Delays Alabama Lottery, Casinos Bill

Alabama state Senator Del Marsh (l.) is finetuning a bill that would allow a state lottery and several new casinos in the state. Marsh said his proposal “addresses gaming...

Published March 1, 2021

Nevada Weighs Esports Regulation

A bill is expected in the Nevada legislature that backers say will further legitimize esports and position it as a major engine to power Las Vegas’ recovery from the...

Published March 1, 2021