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AC Casino Employees To File Lawsuit Over Smoking Ban Inside Casinos

In March, the Casino Employees Against Smoking's (Harmful) Effects (C.E.A.S.E.) announced that on April 5, they had a massive announcement concerning the bill to ban smoking throughout Atlantic City casinos, and now, we know what they were planning to let the public be aware of. Appearing with the United Auto Workers, a union that represents…

Law ・ 16 days

WAPT

Quick death for Mississippi bill that sought casino site in Jackson

MISDEMEANOR CHARGES AS A BILL MOVING FORWARD IN THE STATEHOUSE WOULD PUT A CASINO IN DOWNTOWN JACKSON. >> THIS WOULD BE THE FIRST CASINO IN MISSISSIPPI THAT ISN'T ON THE COAST OR ON THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER. HOUSE BILL 1989 WAS ON THE AGENDA FOR THE HOUSE WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE TODAY. THAT COMMITTEE CHAIR, A REPUBLICAN FROM NORTH MISSISSIPPI, IS THE…

Law ・ 28 days

The Dallas Morning News

Choctaw will open Hochatown casino next month, giving North Texans a new gambling getaway

The Choctaw Nation is putting the finishing touches on its Hochatown casino and resort in an area of Oklahoma that's a popular getaway destination for North Texans. The $238 million Choctaw Landing is expected to do a soft opening in April with its grand opening ceremony in May as the Durant, Okla.-based tribe's fourth casino and resort and eighth…

Travel ・ 14 March 2024

AP News

Bill to ban smoking in Atlantic City casinos moves forward on 4th try in New Jersey Legislature

TRENTON, N.J. (AP) - A measure that would prohibit smoking in Atlantic City's casinos moved forward Monday after three years of going nowhere, heartening casino workers who say they are literally sick and tired of having smoke blown in their faces at work. The New Jersey Senate health committee approved a long-delayed bill to impose a smoking ban…

Land-based ・ 30 January 2024

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Atlantic City casinos: Bill to ban smoking moves forward

A measure that would prohibit smoking in Atlantic City's casinos moved forward Monday after three years of going nowhere, heartening casino workers who say they are literally sick and tired of having smoke blown in their faces at work. The New Jersey Senate health committee approved a long-delayed bill to impose a smoking ban in Atlantic City's…

Land-based ・ 30 January 2024

Vegas Inc

NBA approves sale of Dallas Mavericks to Las Vegas Sands casino company

Dallas Maverick Jaden Hardy (3) drives to the basket past Chicago Bulls defenders during the 2022 NBA Summer League at the Thomas & Mack Center Friday, July 8, 2022. Updated Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2023 | 5:06 p.m. DALLAS - Mark Cuban sees a future of NBA ownership where the advantages will be in real estate. The high-profile billionaire says that's…

Industry ・ 28 December 2023

CBS News

NBA approves sale of Dallas Mavericks to Miriam Adelson, casino company Las Vegas Sands

DALLAS - The NBA on Wednesday approved the sale of controlling interest of the Dallas Mavericks from Mark Cuban to the families that run the Las Vegas Sands casino company. The deal was approved just shy of a month since the families of Miriam Adelson and Sivan and Patrick Dumont announced their intention to buy the club. The purchase is in the…

Politics ・ 28 December 2023

Star Advertiser

Sale of Dallas Mavericks to families behind Las Vegas casino approved

DALLAS >> The NBA today approved the sale of controlling interest of the Dallas Mavericks from Mark Cuban to the families that run the Las Vegas Sands casino company. The deal was approved just shy of a month since the families of Miriam Adelson and Sivan and Patrick Dumont announced their intention to buy the club. The purchase is in the valuation…

Land-based ・ 28 December 2023

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Casino workers seethe as smoking ban bill is delayed yet again in New Jersey Legislature

TRENTON, N.J. - A bill to end smoking in Atlantic City's casinos that appeared headed for its first vote Thursday was delayed yet again when Democratic lawmakers said they did not have enough votes to advance it. They also said they would listen to alternatives proposed by the casino industry including enclosed smoking rooms in which no employee…

Law ・ 02 December 2023

Luxury Travel Magazine

From Coast to Coast: The 2023 Wave of Casino Expansions Across the US

With the numerous casino openings and expansions that continue across the United States, 2023 was the start of a summer promising exciting gaming and luxury accommodations to suit all tastes and budgets. But first, we shall give a brief overview of the financial health of the US Gaming Industry. The commercial gaming industry is pretty good despite…

Land-based ・ 08 November 2023

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300+ Striking Casino Workers Head to Michigan State Capitol for Support

Lansing, MI - More than 300 striking Detroit casino workers traveled to Lansing today to speak with state leaders at Michigan's State Capitol about the strike and other important legislation impacting all working people in Michigan. On October 17, casino workers who are members of the Detroit Casino Council - five unions working in coalition…

Finance ・ 02 November 2023

Nebraska Public Media

Steep increase and spread of slot machine-like ‘skill games’ prompt concern

LINCOLN - The poster on the side of the U-Stop convenience store in south Lincoln proclaims "win big." Just inside the business, another sign flashes "win cash." The messages don't refer to the loaves of breads and six-packs of beer that fill the aisles of the store, but to three so-called "skill games" tucked in a corner. "It's something to do,"…

Law ・ 20 October 2023

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Steep increase and spread of slot machine-like 'skill games' prompt concern

LINCOLN - The poster on the side of the U-Stop convenience store in south Lincoln proclaims "win big." Just inside the business, another sign flashes "win cash." The messages don't refer to the loaves of breads and six-packs of beer that fill the aisles of the store, but to three so-called "skill games" tucked in a corner. "It's something to do,"…

20 October 2023

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Breaking down Richmond’s (second) casino referendum

Outside of the early voting site at Hickory Hill Community Center, a food truck's generator buzzed as a worker hands out food. More buzz came from campaigners promoting support for the casino referendum on the ballot. "Vote jobs and revenue, revenue! Vote jobs and revenue!" sang two women as they directed people toward the polls or the food truck,…

Finance ・ 10 October 2023

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Konami's SYNKROS Casino Management System Expands to The Queen Baton Rouge -September 19, 2023 at 06:03 am EDT

SYNKROS launch at The Queen Casino & Entertainment, Inc.'s newly opened downtown Baton Rouge property marks successful companywide roll-out of property-specific loyalty rewards programs With the grand opening of The Queen Baton Rouge, the first land-based casino in the city, The Queen Casino & Entertainment, Inc. has successfully launched Konami…

Industry ・ 20 September 2023

Valdosta Daily Times

Konami’s SYNKROS Casino Management System Expands to The Queen Baton Rouge

LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep 19, 2023-- With the grand opening of The Queen Baton Rouge, the first land-based casino in the city, The Queen Casino & Entertainment, Inc. has successfully launched Konami Gaming, Inc.'s SYNKROS ® casino management system. Players can take advantage of unique rewards and benefits at each of the four destinations…

Industry ・ 20 September 2023

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Southern Illinois casino opens, sends $25 million to the state

CARTERVILLE - Gov. JB Pritzker joined hundreds of people from across southern Illinois on Friday to celebrate the opening of the state's 14th casino on a rural estate just outside of Carterville. The Walker's Bluff Casino Resort is the fourth casino to open in recent years that was authorized by a 2019 gambling expansion law that was a centerpiece…

Travel ・ 30 August 2023

The Advocate

The Queen, $85 million downtown casino, now open

After an $85 million investment and two years of construction, Baton Rouge's first land-based casino opened Thursday night. VIP guests got their first chance to step into The Queen Baton Rouge and see the transformed Hollywood Casino before a scheduled 9 p.m. ribbon cutting. The slot machines and table games have been taken off of the riverboat…

Travel ・ 26 August 2023

The State Journal - Register

Walker's Bluff Casino Resort opens in Southern Illinois

CARTERVILLE - Gov. JB Pritzker joined hundreds of people from across southern Illinois on Friday to celebrate the opening of the state's 14th casino on a rural estate just outside of Carterville. The Walker's Bluff Casino Resort is the fourth casino to open in recent years that was authorized by a 2019 gambling expansion law that was a centerpiece…

Travel ・ 26 August 2023

Review Journal

Las Vegas Strip skyscraper at Casino Royale site gets FAA approval

The Federal Aviation Administration has given the go-ahead for a new 699-foot skyscraper to be constructed at the Casino Royale site on the Las Vegas Strip. The FAA-approved study - sponsored by Casino Royale, which is located at 3411 Las Vegas Blvd. - details that any "determination becomes final on August 30, 2023 unless a petition is timely…

Land-based ・ 09 August 2023

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Do-over casino referendum appears to be a go with Tuesday court order

After narrowly rejecting the question two years ago, it appears that Richmond voters in November will be asked a second time whether the city should host a multimillion-dollar casino and resort. A Richmond Circuit Court judge on Tuesday entered an order effectively placing the casino question on the Nov. 7 ballot via a referendum. The order…

Law ・ 26 July 2023

World Casino News

Baton Rouge's First Land-Based Casino Opens in August

Louisiana's Baton Rouge welcomes the first land-based casino in the city. The casino, named Queen Baton Rouge, will welcome its first visitors on August 24 at 9. p.m, as the casino officials confirmed. The long and expensive renovation process: The casino is already known among the guests and media as the Hollywood Casino, which was its previous…

Land-based ・ 15 July 2023

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Louisiana: Rebranded The Queen Baton Rouge casino to reopen as land-based property next month

After undergoing an $85 million transformation, The Queen Baton Rouge, formerly known as Hollywood Casino Baton Rouge, is ready to make its grand debut on August 24. The rebranded and updated casino, now situated on dry land near downtown along the Mississippi River, is poised to become a premier dining and entertainment destination, boasting an…

Sports ・ 15 July 2023

The BayNet

Player Finds Long Day’s Frustrations Erased By $230,443 FAST PLAY Win

CAPITOL HEIGHTS, Md. - He really needed a break from the craziness, a Prince George's County man told Lottery officials when asked what moved him to purchase a FAST PLAY Casino Royale Slots ticket on Sunday night. The $230443 progressive jackpot prize he found at that gas station in Capitol Heights provided a greater relief than he ever could have…

Winnings ・ 20 April 2023

The Advocate

Name change approved for Hollywood Casino, see what it is

When the land-based version of Hollywood Casino opens in the fall, the downtown property will have a new name. The casino will be called The Queen Baton Rouge after the Louisiana Gaming Control Board Monday unanimously approved a request from parent company, The Queen Casino & Entertainment, to change the name of the property. Terry Downey,…

Travel ・ 18 April 2023

The Derrick

No April Fool: Retired Iowa mechanic wins $40M lotto jackpot

Sean Murphy hit a two-run homer in the 10th inning and the Atlanta Braves recovered after blowing a two-run lead in the ninth to beat the Cincinnati Reds 5-4. Murphy blasted the first pitch from Derek Law to center field for his third hit of the game, driving in designated runner Austin Riley. Atlanta snapped a three-game skid. Jonathan India…

Incidents ・ 11 April 2023

90.5 WESA

Pa. gaming regulators met with casino lobbyists before coming out against competitor

On a mid-January morning in 2020, the state's top gambling regulators privately gathered inside a conference room at their downtown Harrisburg offices with lobbyists for Parx Casino, the largest in the state. The lobbyists had worked for weeks to land the meeting with the two highest-ranking members of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board:…

Law ・ 27 February 2023

The Morning Call

Top gaming regulators in Pa. met with casino lobbyists before coming out against a big competitor

HARRISBURG - On a mid-January morning in 2020, the state's top gambling regulators privately gathered inside a conference room at their downtown Harrisburg offices with lobbyists for Parx Casino, the largest in the state. The lobbyists had worked for weeks to land the meeting with the two highest-ranking members of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control…

Law ・ 23 February 2023

WFMZ News

Top Pa. gaming regulators met with industry lobbyists before allying against casino competitor

HARRISBURG - On a mid-January morning in 2020, the state's top gambling regulators privately gathered inside a conference room at their downtown Harrisburg offices with lobbyists for Parx Casino, the largest in the state. The lobbyists had worked for weeks to land the meeting with the two highest-ranking members of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control…

Law ・ 21 February 2023

spotlightpa.org

Parx Casino met privately with PA gaming regulators-Spotlight PA

HARRISBURG - On a mid-January morning in 2020, the state's top gambling regulators privately gathered inside a conference room at their downtown Harrisburg offices with lobbyists for Parx Casino, the largest in the state. The lobbyists had worked for weeks to land the meeting with the two highest-ranking members of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control…

Law ・ 20 February 2023

New York Post

Bally's eyes NYC casino next to Trump's Bronx golf course

Gaming giant Bally's is betting on The Bronx - by proposing a casino next to the Trump Organization's public golf course at Ferry Point, The Post has learned. Sources familiar with the corporation's plan said its officials have engaged in discussions with the Trump Org about assigning 17 of the 300 acres on the site to Bally's to operate a…

Finance ・ 13 February 2023

Smoky Mountain News

What are the odds of a casino in Asheville? State considers expanding legalized gambling

North Carolina can support as many as nine Las Vegas-style casinos with gambling throughout the state, including one in the Asheville area, according to a report commissioned by the General Assembly. The new casinos would be in addition to the three already operating on tribal lands, an independent consultant, Spectrum Gaming Group, told lawmakers…

Law ・ 12 February 2023

Urban Matter

What Can Austin Bingo Halls Do to Stay Modern?

When people think of bingo halls, there is a certain kind of person that might come to mind. Bingo has long been the domain of the older generation in Austin and the US in general, and it's safe to say that younger Americans don't have anywhere near as much interest in playing. However, that's not the case internationally, so the question is - what…

Bingo ・ 14 January 2023

Hawaii News Now

Lawmakers try new tactic to being legal gambling to Hawaii

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Another roll of the dice on legalized gambling at the Hawaii state capitol. This time the idea combines sports betting and poker in neighborhood gambling rooms. Both of the representatives pushing the gambling bill, Rep. John Mizuno and Rep, Daniel Holt, represent parts of Kalihi, where illegal gambling is a big issue,…

Law ・ 10 January 2023

Gambling News

Internet Gambling for Tribes Hot Topic in North Dakota

Image Source: Shutterstock.com North Dakota's tribes are getting closer to realizing their online gambling ambitions, but one issue still may throw a spanner in the works. According to local charitable organizations, giving the state's five American Indian tribes exclusivity over this segment may effectively end the wagering activities by…

Industry ・ 31 December 2022

FOX 40

What are the closest casinos in the Sacramento area?

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (KTXL) - The Sky River Casino in Elk Grove opened its doors in August, becoming Sacramento County's first tribal casino. On the casino's opening day, there were long lines of cars full of people eager to check out the new 100000-square-foot-facility. The casino is located off Highway 99 on 1 Sky River Parkway in Elk Grove and…

Land-based ・ 28 December 2022

KEVN

One South Dakota person gets a taste of Powerball jackpot

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - It wasn't the $1.6 billion Powerball jackpot but a Sioux Falls area person is still sitting pretty with a $1 million ticket. A $1 million Powerball ticket was purchased at Casey's General Store, East 10th Street in Sioux Falls. The second-tier prize matched all 5 white balls in Saturday's drawing and was just a Powerball…

Lottery ・ 28 December 2022

Valley News Live

Charities fight ND tribes’ plan for online gambling rights

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) - Allowing North Dakota's five American Indian tribes exclusive rights to host internet gambling and sports betting could effectively end charitable gambling in the state, officials representing charities told Gov. Doug Burgum on Friday. The tribes want the two-term Republican governor to approve the idea under tribal-state…

Finance ・ 26 December 2022

Las Vegas Weekly

22 Las Vegas headlines from 2022

Attendance at January's CES tech show fell more than 75% compared to its previous in-person event in 2020, but it helped get the ball rolling for the return of conventions to Southern Nevada after nearly two years of COVID-cleared calendars. More than 40000 people attended the event, and 2023 attendance is expected to rebound by 70%. The best new…

Incidents ・ 22 December 2022

leisuregrouptravel.com

Reno Nevada Offers More To Do Than Casino Thrills

In my travels to just about every corner of the world and all but two U.S. states, I still haven't made it to Las Vegas. But, to get a taste of the gaming and entertainment scene that lures people to Nevada's urban hotspots, I recently spent a few days investigating what to do in smaller Reno, a city of 264000, and nearby Lake Tahoe. For years I…

Land-based ・ 08 December 2022

The Nevada Independent

Indy Gaming: Research gives AGA ammunition in fight with illegal gambling operations

Good morning, and welcome to the Indy Gaming newsletter, a weekly look at gaming matters nationally and internationally and how the events tie back to Nevada. If a colleague or associate emailed this newsletter to you, please to sign up and receive your own copy of Indy Gaming in your inbox. - Howard Stutz American Gaming Association CEO Bill…

Industry ・ 07 December 2022

Gambling

Texan Tilman Fertitta Building Las Vegas Casino

Workers have begun clearing a site on the resort-lined Las Vegas Strip where Houston's Tilman Fertitta has been OK'd to build a 43-story hotel-casino. A tattoo parlor and decades-old motel are among other buildings being demolished at a 6-acre site on the Strip near Harmon Avenue, according to the Las Vegas Review-Journal. After the site is…

Land-based ・ 13 November 2022

Big Rapids News

Charities fight ND tribes' plan for online gambling rights

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) - Allowing North Dakota's five American Indian tribes exclusive rights to host internet gambling and sports betting could effectively end charitable gambling in the state, officials representing charities told Gov. Doug Burgum on Friday. The tribes want the two-term Republican governor to approve the idea under tribal-state…

Politics ・ 04 November 2022

The Washington Post

Coal jobs are almost gone. Could a casino help rescue southwest Virginia?

BRISTOL, Va. - Sonya Ratliff and about a dozen friends put on sparkly clothes and left early on a Tuesday morning to celebrate another mom's birthday. In years past, that might have meant brunch. Now, in this Bible Belt town on the edge of the Appalachian Mountains, it means slot machines, blackjack and other games of chance at the newly opened…

Jobs ・ 03 November 2022

LA Progressive

California Gambling Can't Lose

You can't miss the brand-new casino on Highway 99 in the southern Sacramento suburb of Elk Grove. It's the size of a Costco, with the look of a new mall, next door to a still-under-construction hotel and spa. And above the structure's large entry doors bright blue signs declare, "Sky's the Limit!" That might seem like mere marketing, a sunny pun on…

Sports ・ 02 November 2022

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Why Gambling Can't Really Lose in California

You can't miss the brand-new casino on Highway 99 in the southern Sacramento suburb of Elk Grove. It's the size of a Costco, with the look of a new mall, next door to a still-under-construction hotel and spa. And above the structure's large entry doors bright blue signs declare, "Sky's the Limit!" That might seem like mere marketing, a sunny pun on…

Sports ・ 01 November 2022

San Francisco Chronicle

No matter what happens in November, gambling’s expansion is unstoppable

Back in 2000, when California voters approved casino gambling for Indian tribes, we were told that gambling here would be governed by strict limits. Only certain games would be permitted in California. Sports gambling and Vegas-style gaming would stay in Vegas. And tribal casinos wouldn't show up in our big cities and suburbs. They'd be limited to…

Sports ・ 30 October 2022

Bakersfield

JOE MATHEWS: Why the defeats of Propositions 26, 27 are still victories for gambling

You can't miss the brand-new casino on Highway 99 in the Sacramento suburb of Elk Grove. It's the size of a Costco, with bright blue signs above the entrances, proclaiming, "Sky's the Limit!" That might seem like mere marketing, a sunny pun on the casino's name, Sky River. But it describes the reality of gambling across California today: there are…

Sports ・ 30 October 2022

eastbaytimes.com

Mathews: Why Prop 26 and 27 losses are still victories for gambling

You can't miss the brand-new casino on Highway 99 in the Sacramento suburb of Elk Grove. It's the size of a Costco, with bright blue signs above the entrances, proclaiming, "Sky's the Limit!" That might seem like mere marketing, a sunny pun on the casino's name, Sky River. But it describes the reality of gambling across California today: there are…

Sports ・ 29 October 2022

VC Star

Why the defeats of Propositions 26 and 27 are still wins for gambling

You can't miss the brand-new casino on Highway 99 in the Sacramento suburb of Elk Grove. It's the size of a Costco, with bright blue signs above the entrances, proclaiming, "Sky's the Limit!" That might seem like mere marketing, a sunny pun on the casino's name, Sky River. But it describes the reality of gambling across California today: there are…

Sports ・ 28 October 2022

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🌱 Honoring 5th Anniversary Of Las Vegas Shooting + Casino Changes

Hey, everybody. It's Saturday in Las Vegas and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on all the most important things happening in town. But first, today's weather: Hot with sunshine. High: 95 Low: 70. �� I'm looking for business owners and marketers in Las Vegas who want to build awareness, connect with customers and increase sales. I have a…

Incidents ・ 27 October 2022

GV Wire

Expected Defeats of Props. 26 & 27 Are Still Victories for Gambling

You can't miss the brand-new casino on Highway 99 in the Sacramento suburb of Elk Grove. It's the size of a Costco, with bright blue signs above the entrances, proclaiming, "Sky's the Limit!" Joe Mathews Opinion That might seem like mere marketing, a sunny pun on the casino's name, Sky River. But it describes the reality of gambling across…

Sports ・ 27 October 2022

Gambling

Mattress Mack: Texas Won’t Have Legal Gambling ‘In My Lifetime’

Jim McIngvale, the 71-year-old Houston furniture store owner and multi-million-dollar sports bettor known as Mattress Mack, says and casinos will not be legalized in Texas anytime soon. "There won't be legal sports betting or gambling in Texas in my lifetime," he told Gambling.com on Wednesday. Opposition from religious groups is a factor in…

Politics ・ 27 October 2022

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What You Need to Know About Gambling and Your 2021 Taxes

The deadline for filing 2021 federal tax returns looms on April 18 this year and for gamblers, it's an occasion to be reminded of how the tax code addresses their gaming activity. Generally speaking, that's not too kindly. The bottom line is simple and stern. As a rule, all income from gambling - including real money online casino play - must be…

Finance ・ 24 September 2022

The Press-Enterprise

6 concerts coming to Southern California casinos in September

As summer comes to an end and the transition to fall begins, there are still plenty of live events happening throughout Southern California before the last quarter of the year is dominated by holidays. But how many of those events are happening at venues that also house slot machines, card tables, fine dining experiences, premium bars and lavish…

Land-based ・ 30 August 2022

LA Weekly

Shag Brings A Four Martini Lunch To The Palms Resort Casino

Josh Agle, the artist most commonly known as Shag, debuted his latest whimsical mid-century rendering of The Four Martini Lunch at a reception in the new Shag store at the recently reopened Palms Resort Casino in Las Vegas last week. "The four martini lunch is just taking it to the extreme," the painter and designer told L.A. Weekly at his latest…

Travel ・ 07 July 2022

Arkansas Times

Ka-ching! Connected consultant hits another jackpot with Arkansas lottery

Michael Wickline's detailed reporting on the extension of a fat lottery consulting contract with a politically connected firm deserves some distillation. Camelot Global Services - a consultant that has long benefitted from an association with Republican lobbyists Bill Vickery, Mitchell Lowe, John Burris and others - was approved by the legislature…

Winnings ・ 16 June 2022

Patch

Retired Edgewater Firefighter Wins Nearly $100K In Maryland Lottery

ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY, MD - Four lottery players won or claimed a combined $161879 last week in Anne Arundel County. The top prize of $96879 came in Edgewater. A retired firefighter bought a World Championship Poker fast play ticket on June 6 while getting donuts to take to his grandchildren. The winner, Jeffrey Chandler, checked his ticket that…

Lottery ・ 15 June 2022

St. Louis Today

Two Arkansas companies enter Missouri’s unregulated slot machine market

JEFFERSON CITY - Two Arkansas companies have apparently entered what has become a lucrative, rapidly expanding and possibly illegal enterprise in Missouri. Missouri Lottery Director May Scheve-Reardon told members of the state lottery commission last week that agency staffers have been reviewing correspondence with the Missouri State Highway Patrol…

Law ・ 09 June 2022

FH Times

Remembering Fort McDowell casino raid in 1992

It was a fine spring morning on Tuesday, May 12, 1992, when Fort McDowell casino employees responding to a noise at the door were greeted by a cadre of federal agents ready to move in and confiscate 349 slot machines that were in the casino. Tomorrow marks the 30th anniversary of that day, with the events of the days and weeks that followed…

Incidents ・ 11 May 2022

Scified

6 Scenes in Sci-Fi Films Based in Casinos

Scified2022-05-07 06:12:262022-05-07 06:12:26https films are a great way to escape from the reality of everyday life for a couple of hours. They take people to another world, where anything is possible. In some cases, these worlds are based in casinos. While it's always fun to watch these scenes unfold on the big screen, it can also be fun to…

Movies ・ 07 May 2022

KUER

PM Brief: Orrin Hatch’s funeral, sanctuary lawsuit & first tribal-owned casino in Las Vegas

The KUER Newsroom will soon discontinue both the AM and PM written news briefs. The audio will continue to be available in and. The audio feed will soon be added to the as well. Wednesday, April 27, 2022 Plaintiffs amend lawsuit in sanctuary case Utah Sanctuary leaders and other immigrant rights organizations have filed an amended complaint in…

Law ・ 28 April 2022

Online Poker Report

Beto Gives Texas Online Gambling Proponents Hope

Texas is not a gambling-friendly state at the moment. That could start to change, however, if Democratic gubernatorial candidate Beto O'Rourke puts into action what he said on Wednesday. O'Rourke claims that if he's elected on Nov. 8, he's "inclined to support" both "legal casino gambling and sports betting in the state of Texas." As far as casinos…

Sports ・ 26 April 2022

The Express

Ties revealed between lawmaker, casino lobbyists

HARRISBURG - In the spring of 2019, State Sen. Tommy Tomlinson hosted a news conference in the state Capitol to announce legislation banning thousands of unregulated gaming machines that have popped up in gas stations, convenience stores, bars, social clubs, and other establishments across Pennsylvania. The slot-like machines, called skill games,…

Law ・ 12 April 2022

Altoona Mirror

Emails reveal casino influence in skill games bill

HARRISBURG - In the spring of 2019, State Sen. Tommy Tomlinson hosted a news conference in the state Capitol to announce legislation banning thousands of unregulated gaming machines that have popped up in gas stations, convenience stores, bars, social clubs, and other establishments across Pennsylvania. The slot-like machines, called skill games,…

Covid ・ 12 April 2022

WHYY

Pa. lawmaker worked with casino lobbyists to author gambling bill

Emails to and from the legislature are normally shielded from public scrutiny, as lawmakers exempted themselves from having to reveal electronic communications when they revamped the state's public records law in the 2000s. Emails between Tomlinson's office and Parx Casino's lobbyists were unearthed as part of a little-publicized federal lawsuit by…

Law ・ 11 April 2022

WITF

Pennsylvania state senator introduced gambling bill written by casino lobbyists, emails show

Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan newsroom powered by The Philadelphia Inquirer in partnership with PennLive/The Patriot-News, TribLIVE/Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, and WITF Public Media. (Harrisburg) - In the spring of 2019, state Sen. Tommy Tomlinson hosted a news conference in the state Capitol to announce legislation banning thousands…

Law ・ 11 April 2022

Daily Voice

Fairfield County Woman Wins $134K In State Lottery

A Fairfield County woman played fast and won big on a new CT Lottery game. Darien resident Marie Hackett turned $5 into $134941 after cashing in a winning "Fast Play Money Vault Progressive" ticket on Tuesday, April 5 that was sold at Pressure Discount Tobacco on New Canaan Avenue in Norwalk. According to CT Lottery, "Fast Play games play like…

Winnings ・ 08 April 2022

Gothamist

Lawmakers pushing for local control of NYC casino sites

State lawmakers and Gov. Kathy Hochul appear likely to roll the dice on casinos in the New York City area, but only if local officials get significant say over where they are located, according to key legislators. Democrats in both the Senate and Assembly have signaled they are open to beginning the approval process for the state's three remaining…

Law ・ 31 March 2022

Patch

Gaming Board Holds Hearing On Valley Forge Casino License Renewal

KING OF PRUSSIA, PA - State gaming regulators are inviting members of the public to comment on a slot machine license renewal bid by Valley Forge Casino Resort during a hearing this spring. The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board announced that it is holding a public hearing on April 27 at the Upper Merion Township Building beginning at 10:30 a.m. to…

Travel ・ 25 March 2022

Daily Journal Online

Casino cities in Missouri call for crackdown on illegal gambling

Officials in Missouri's 13 cities that have casinos called Wednesday for a stronger crackdown on illegal gambling machines that have flooded the state in recent years. Members of the Missouri Home Dock City Association said Attorney General Eric Schmitt, county prosecutors and law enforcement agencies should move aggressively to enforce laws…

Law ・ 28 February 2022

Oklahoma Council Of Public Affairs

Hofmeister backed by tribes, casinos

Individuals and entities associated with two groups substantially intertwined in Oklahoma-tribal governments and casinos-represented a significant share of donations to the Democratic gubernatorial campaign of Joy Hofmeister in the fourth quarter of 2021, according to a report filed with the Oklahoma Ethics Commission. Hofmeister received around 30…

Politics ・ 09 February 2022

Times of San Diego

California and its Indian Tribes Would Be Losers if Online Gambling Is Permitted

For the past 20 years, California voters have repeatedly stood with Indian tribes as we've sought to authorize and uphold gaming on tribal lands. Indian gaming has promoted tribal self-reliance - supporting education, infrastructure, health care, housing and other vital resources for our people. In return, Indian tribes have upheld our commitment…

Sports ・ 08 February 2022

The Advocate

Operators of failed Slidell casino face deadline to stay afloat in Bossier City

A company that sought but failed to win voter approval to build a casino in Slidell is expected to win a bit more time Thursday to decide on what to do with its license for the casino it operated but shut down in Bossier City. The Louisiana Gaming Control Board is meeting in Baton Rouge to decide the next step for P2E, an investment company based…

NFL ・ 20 January 2022

Review Journal

Grammys crank up the volume on Las Vegas buzz

The Grammys are tire-kicking around the Las Vegas Strip. MGM Grand Garden is reportedly being held to host the show in April. This, according to reporting by Billboard, citing unnamed sources. MGM Resorts International officials have declined comment on the report, and questions of whether the company is in talks with the Recording Academy to pick…

Politics ・ 09 January 2022

Lohud

Gambling giants eye New York City-area casinos. Here's who's interested

Empire City Casino reopensEmpire CityCasino in Yonkers reopened Sept. 21, 2020 after being closed since March due to the coronavirus shutdown. ALBANY - Some of the nation's largest casino operators submitted preliminary details early this month in a bid to win three lucrative gambling licenses in New York City and its suburbs. The request for…

Gaming Authorities ・ 21 December 2021

Las Vegas Sun

Casino workers mad that NJ speeds tax break, not smoking ban

TRENTON, N.J. - Atlantic City casino workers are furious that the New Jersey Legislature is moving quickly to pass a bill giving tax breaks to the gambling halls, but not acting on a measure that would permanently prohibit smoking in the casinos. Continuing a nearly yearlong campaign to enact a smoking ban in Atlantic City's nine casinos, about two…

Finance ・ 17 December 2021

Vegas Slots Online

Rush Street, Wynn, LVS Confirm Interest in NYC Casino

More than seven giants of the US gambling industry, including Rush Street Gaming, Wynn Resorts, and Las Vegas Sands (LVS), have now officially expressed their interest in a New York-area casino license. On Wednesday, Capitol Pressroom podcast host David Lombardo shared news of Rush Street officially expressing interest in acquiring one of three New…

Gaming Authorities ・ 16 December 2021

Vegas Slots Online

New Jersey Casino Workers Protest Stalled Smoking Ban Bill

Casino workers in New Jersey have expressed their anger that state lawmakers are seemingly ignoring a proposal to introduce a smoking ban into casinos. They believe that the state legislature is placing more of a priority on legislation that will give tax breaks to casinos rather than the separate measure of implementing a smoking ban. It appears…

Covid ・ 12 December 2021

St. Louis Today

With gambling machines spreading through Missouri, lottery officials concerned about revenue loss

JEFFERSON CITY - Missouri lawmakers dealt the state Lottery two blows this spring that could affect how much money the agency collects in the coming year, the director said Wednesday. The Legislature's failure to address the spread of illegal gambling during the most recent legislative session could siphon off dollars that people might otherwise…

Lottery ・ 10 December 2021

Gambling News

AGA Calls on the Justice Department to Stop Illegal Gambling Machines

The American Gaming Association has urged the federal government not to allow illegal gambling machines to be manufactured. In a letter to the Justice Department, Bill Miller, AGA President, and CEO wrote that "support and resources from the Department of Justice and federal law enforcement agencies are critical to eliminating illegal gambling…

Law ・ 03 December 2021

Hanna Pub

Jim Brown: Is gambling Louisiana’s economic savior?

Football icon Drew Brees certainly deserves all the accolades he has received on the playing field. But now he's become a huckster for a new gambling casino in Slidell on the Mississippi Louisiana state line. Here's an interesting thought. Why is it that Louisiana and neighboring state Mississippi are always on the bottom of every national ranking…

Sports ・ 01 December 2021

Penn Bets

Skill Games Issue Keeps Vexing Lawmakers, Law Enforcement, Casinos

Nothing appears likely to happen in the Pennsylvania Legislature regarding skill games legislation this year, but a couple of lawmakers are trying to stimulate discussion for an effort next year. Sen. Gene Yaw and Rep. Jeff Wheeland held a press conference at the state Capitol last week to announce their plans to introduce legislation that would…

Law ・ 15 November 2021

The Nevada Independent

Indy Gaming: Despite three closed properties, Red Rock expanding in Vegas

Good morning, and welcome to the Indy Gaming newsletter, a weekly look at gaming matters nationally and internationally and how the events tie back to Nevada. If a colleague or associate emailed this newsletter to you, please to sign up and receive your own copy of Indy Gaming in your inbox. - Howard Stutz Red Rock Resorts expects to begin…

Sports ・ 10 November 2021

Capitol Weekly

Rival gambling initiatives vie for voters' attention

Voters are facing the possibility of deciding among three fiercely competing ballot initiatives next year - all of them involving tens of millions of dollars and a revolution in California's gambling industry. One of the three has already qualified for the November 2022 ballot. The remaining two must still gather signatures. The already-qualified…

Gambling Addiction ・ 02 November 2021

The Nevada Independent

Indy Gaming: G2E roundup finds optimistic CEOs, where the next Hard Rock LV isn’t going and a push for non-smoking casinos

Good morning, and welcome to the Indy Gaming newsletter, a weekly look at gaming matters nationally and internationally and how they tie back to Nevada. If a colleague or associate emailed this newsletter to you, please to sign up and receive your own copy of Indy Gaming in your inbox. - Howard Stutz The word that was ubiquitous throughout the…

Sports ・ 13 October 2021

Gambling News

Georgia to Ponder Legalizing Gambling Once Again

The gaming industry in the United States has seen a rise with numerous states launching some form of legalized gambling, sports betting and iGaming. Georgia, a deeply religious Republican state, remains as one of the exceptions where gambling has yet to take root. Some legislators are appealing for a change. Lawmakers in Georgia consider…

Law ・ 11 October 2021

Northwest Georgia News

Georgia lawmakers set to renew debate over legalized gambling

ATLANTA - While the General Assembly gears up for next month's once-a-decade redrawing of Georgia's legislative and congressional district maps, lawmakers also will soon renew a much more frequent debate over legalized gambling. Bills that could lead to casinos, pari-mutuel betting on horse racing and/or sports betting in the Peach State will be on…

Law ・ 10 October 2021

Forbes

Asia’s Casino Fortunes Falter As Macau Threatens Crackdown On Gaming

Several of the region's wealthiest casino moguls saw their fortunes tumble this week after officials in Macau launched a regulatory review that threatens to tighten the government's grip on "Asia's Las Vegas." The Macau government said on Tuesday that it's seeking to re-evaluate the laws that govern the world's largest gambling hub. The 45-day…

Incidents ・ 17 September 2021

Adotas

Procedures backed by casino giant allows gambling casino, activities gambling in Texas

Procedures backed by casino giant allows gambling casino, activities gambling in Texas Las Vegas Sands try moving to construct the possibility for gambling casino at "destination resorts" inside condition's four prominent metropolitan areas. Two Tx lawmakers on Tuesday registered procedures supported by the playing kingdom Las vegas, nevada Sands…

Religion ・ 16 September 2021

Texas News Today

Texas Casino Business News for the Current Year

Currently, the state of Texas has very strict laws against all forms of gambling. The penal code states that anyone betting money on a game such as cards, slots, or sports is committing a criminal offense. This includes both land-based and online casinos and also includes sports betting too. Despite the recent relaxation of federal laws in regard…

Industry ・ 31 August 2021

St. Louis Today

Despite troubles in Illinois, gambling company pouring money into Missouri campaigns

JEFFERSON CITY - One of the nation's largest video gambling companies is pumping contributions into the campaign accounts of Missouri politicians at the same time it faces a $5 million penalty from regulators in Illinois. Accel Entertainment contributed $15000 to the House Republican Campaign Committee on Aug. 24 and has doled out tens of thousands…

Politics ・ 26 August 2021

Illinois News Online

Big Vegas game operators refuse to bet on Chicago casinos

The probability that a Chicago casino will actually be built depends on whether major game operators want to bet on coming to Chicago. It must have been the week when the long-awaited Chicago Casino Project was finally launched. Monday was the first deadline to submit a proposal to develop a proud project, but the city postponed the deadline to the…

Travel ・ 26 August 2021

WJHG

Seminole Compact legal challenge coming

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (CAPITOL NEWS SERVICE) - Now that the Department of Interior has allowed the gaming compact between the State and Seminole Tribe to go into effect, opponents of the increased gaming being given to the tribe are readying a suit to stop it. The Seminole Gaming Pact was signed in April, approved by lawmakers in May, and allowed to go…

Law ・ 15 August 2021

St. Louis Today

Missouri slot machine company sues prosecutor to head off law enforcement scrutiny

JEFFERSON CITY - A Wildwood-based slot machine company sued a southwest Missouri county prosecutor this month in an attempt to stop an investigative subpoena into its operations. The politically connected Torch Electronics sued Greene County Prosecuting Attorney Dan Patterson on July 15, asking the Greene County Circuit Court to quash an…

Law ・ 29 July 2021

WJHG

Gambling interests eyeing Florida’s 2022 ballot

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (CAPITOL NEWS SERVICE) - The signing of an exclusive, 30-year gambling deal, including sports betting, with the Seminole Tribe has major out-of-state companies seeking to expand gambling on the 2022 ballot. Tens of millions are already earmarked for petition gathering efforts for at least three amendments. Big out-of-state…

Movies ・ 19 July 2021

St. Louis Today

As gambling expansion stalls in Missouri, Senate leader still trying to ban gas station slot machines

JEFFERSON CITY - A sweeping expansion of gambling in Missouri is likely off the table this year. Senate President Pro Tem Dave Schatz, R-Sullivan, said an ongoing impasse among the state's 13 casinos, sports betting proponents and backers of legalizing slot machines in truck stops and fraternal organizations will keep the expansion from moving…

Politics ・ 14 July 2021

Click 2 Houston

Legislation backed by casino giant would allow casinos, sports gambling in Texas

Two Texas lawmakers on Tuesday filed legislation backed by the gaming empire Las Vegas Sands that would legalize casino gambling in Texas. The legislation was filed by Rep. John Kuempel, R-Seguin, in the House and Sen. Carol Alvarado, D-Houston, in the Senate. The proposals would create special casino licenses for four "destination resorts" in the…

Sports ・ 12 July 2021

Best US Casinos

Reviewing L’Auberge Casino & Hotel in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

L'Auberge Casino & Hotel Baton Rouge is one of the finer casinos in the area. And if you're familiar with Penn National Gaming, you know that you're in for a top-notch casino experience. So, if you've traveled to the Baton Rouge area and you're looking for a place to set up base camp for a vacation getaway, look no further. Today's post will share…

Travel ・ 08 July 2021

Best US Casinos

Honest Review of Hollywood Casino in Baton Rouge Louisiana

Hollywood Casino Baton Rouge is an exciting attraction in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. So, if you're seeking a gaming fix, consider spending some time here. You're getting a diverse selection of gaming, pristine dining options, a sensational rewards program, and so much more. Yes, this casino makes a fine addition to your vacation to the region and you…

Blackjack ・ 04 July 2021