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LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - As the "entertainment capital of the world," Las Vegas can be quite magical. Up and down the Strip, thrilling magic shows are performed nightly, captivating thousands of locals and visitors alike. In no particular order, here are eight of the greatest Las Vegas magicians. Copperfield, who some critics have called "the greatest…

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) - America's commercial casinos are off to their best two-month start ever, the latest indication the industry is recovering in the third year of the coronavirus pandemic. Figures released Tuesday by the American Gaming Association, the gambling industry's national trade association, show that revenue from in-person casino…

In an effort to pressure employers into providing improved pay, healthcare benefits, safety procedures and job security, thousands of industry workers based in Las Vegas gathered Oct. 12 on the Vegas Strip. As reported by Eater Vegas' Janna Karel, the employees represent Culinary Workers Union Local 226 and the protests are aimed at three…

Over the past 15 years, bed bug infiltrations have accelerated at resort hotels in major cities across the country. Occasionally, pest exterminator trucks have been spotted in front of some of the finest hotels in such cities as New York, Los Angeles and Chicago. In 2022, the top five cities in the nation for both commercial and residential bed bug…

Friday morning in Las Vegas saw labor peace, and not a threatened strike along the Strip, as the Culinary union has reached its third tentative labor deal in three days with a casino operator. The union that represents more than 35000 cooks, food servers, bartenders, housekeepers and other workers at 18 major casinos had threatened to wage the…

Over seven months of tense negotiations, mandatory daily room cleanings underscored the big issues that Las Vegas union hotel workers were fighting to address in their first contracts since the pandemic: job security, better working conditions and safety while on the job. From the onset of bargaining, Ted Pappageorge, the chief contract negotiator…

LAS VEGAS -- MGM Resorts International, the largest employer on the Las Vegas Strip, has joined rival Caesars Entertainment in reaching a tentative deal with the Las Vegas hotel workers union to narrowly avert a sweeping strike. Taken together, the pending agreements cover more than 30000 hospitality union workers who had threatened to walk out in…

LAS VEGAS (AP) - The labor union representing tens of thousands of Las Vegas hospitality workers announced Wednesday that it has reached a tentative deal with casino giant Caesars Entertainment, a major breakthrough that could help avert an unprecedented strike at more than a dozen hotel-casinos on the Las Vegas Strip. The announcement came after…

Tens of thousands of hospitality workers in Las Vegas may walk off the job this week if the Culinary and Bartenders Union is unable to strike a deal with casino, hotel, and restaurant employers for a new five-year contract before Friday morning. Culinary Workers Union Local 226, one of the largest and most powerful unions in the U.S., says that the…

The Vancouver Canucks are off to their best start to a season in 18 years, and local fans now have a new game-day HQ to come together to cheer on the team. Parq Vancouver, the official casino resort of the Vancouver Canucks, has launched a series of Canucks game-day specials, including an extended Game Day Happy Hour, unique food and drink menu,…

By Joyce Hanson (October 30, 2023, 2:48 PM EDT) -- Wynn Resorts has asked the First Circuit not to reverse a lower court's ruling in the casino giant's favor in a proposed class action by a patron who claims its Encore Boston Harbor Resort illegally keeps the change when slot machine players cash out tickets....

The Spectre Estate game is a five-reel, four-row slot developed by JustForTheWin. As the name implies, the game has a spooky atmosphere. It features high-quality graphics and ghost-themed special symbols. Spectre Estate's bonuses will give you the chills. You can find expanding wilds, free spins, and respins. There's also an innovative mechanic…

While Everett is currently doing everything in its power to economically revitalize its industrial waterfront into a large entertainment center, its Planning Board has officially granted final validation of Wynn Resorts' extension across the street from its Encore Boston Harbor Casino. Obtaining approval: Wynn finally managed to get approval for…

Thousands of industry workers in Las Vegas took to the Las Vegas Strip today to picket in front of eight different casinos. Members of the Culinary Workers Union Local 226, one of the largest and most powerful unions in the country, are demonstrating in front of properties owned by the three largest gaming employers in the state as…

Members of UNITE HERE Locals 226 and 165 voted by a 95% margin Sept. 26 to authorize a strike. The union says workers want new five-year contracts that include the largest wage increases ever negotiated in the Culinary Union. Other issues are heavy workloads and employer use of technology to "track," workers on the job. If they fail to reach…

Seven winning tickets, including two worth $1 million, were pulled in the Massachusetts State Lottery's Powerball drawing on Saturday, Oct. 7. The two $1 million tickets were sold at the AL Prime, located at 2083 Bridge St. in Dracut, and the Stop & Shop on Riverdale Street in West Springfield, according to the lottery. In addition, a $150000 prize…

The off-Strip Rio has officially changed hands, moving from Caesars Entertainment management to be completely owned and run by Dream­scape Companies out of California. Dreamscape reportedly has big plans to bring the Rio back to the days when it was one of Las Vegas' premier resorts. In the near term, however, efforts will be focused on the…

What happens in Vegas doesn't stay in Vegas - and now one of the most prestigious hotels on the strip is red-faced for spilling the beans. The Wynn Las Vegas is currently conducting an investigation into how personal details of three politicos slipped out, costing two of them their jobs. According to the Wynn, the people who contacted the hotel…

More than 50000 service industry workers in Las Vegas voted on Tuesday, September 26, to authorize a strike that could impact 22 casino resorts on the Strip - which means bartenders, cooks, cocktail and food servers, guest room attendants, porters, bellmen, laundry, and kitchen workers statewide could hit the picket line at any time. The Culinary…

From epic orchestras to light and airy lullabies, music has been a part of slots almost since its inception. The soundtrack to a game is integrated through the theme, the style, and the characters of the slot. So, it's no surprise that game developers have decided to find some of the most celebrated music styles and bands to serve as the…

The first officially licensed NFL slot machines hit Las Vegas casino floors Monday when Aristocrat Gaming's Super Bowl Jackpots were activated at multiple properties. As the anticipated game went live at M Resort Monday afternoon, players who were hovering around the machines as they were being installed immediately filled the seats of the four…

Gaming News 18 September 2023 (PRESS RELEASE) -- The Massachusetts Gaming Commission reported that the month of August 2023 at Plainridge Park Casino (PPC), MGM Springfield (MGM) and Encore Boston Harbor (EBH) generated approximately $98 million in Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR).Additionally, approximately $22.71 million in Taxable Sports Wagering…

LAS VEGAS - Say goodbye to a free perk in Las Vegas that once used to be as common as slot machines at Harry Reid International Airport. Most recently, Wynn Resorts, which owns and operates Wynn and Encore Las Vegas, announced the end of free self-parking starting Sept. 27. "The new parking policy is a result of the anticipated increased demand for…

Fontainebleau Las Vegas announced it tapped several luxury architect and design partners to craft the 67-story resort that's slated to open in December. Resort leadership selected renowned firms, including ones behind some of the biggest Las Vegas resorts, to help shape an "era-defining moment in Las Vegas history," Fontainebleau Development…

Wynn Resorts, Limited is one of the leading American promoters and operators of hotel-casinos. At the end of 2020, the group owned 4 hotel-casinos under the Wynn Las Vegas, Wynn Macau, Wynn Palace and Encore Boston Harbor names. Net sales break down by activity as follows:- casinos operation (59%): 1061 gaming tables and 5589 slot machines at the…

This March 15, 2016, file photo, shows casino mogul Steve Wynn at a news conference in Medford, Mass. Thursday, Sept. 7, 2023 | 5:31 p.m. A parent company of a Las Vegas Strip casino and nine unnamed women are settling a lawsuit alleging the company failed to investigate allegations that female employees were sexually harassed by the company's…

Get ready for a month of non-stop excitement and prizes because Chances Casino Kelowna is celebrating its 21st anniversary! With two decades of unforgettable moments and boundless entertainment, this celebration is bigger, bolder, and more fun than ever before. From humble beginnings as Bingo Kelowna to the gaming powerhouse they are today, it's…

With the impressively huge number of both land-based and online facilities offering a variety of lotto games in Canada, one could easily assume this game is one of the most-played in this region. The truth is that so many variants are offered, not just the local ones, but some worldwide famous games like U.S. Powerball, Euro Millions, and…

Commercial gaming, which includes slots and table games at casinos and legal sports wagering, totaled $16.07 billion in the U.S. in the second quarter of 2023, according to the American Gaming Association. The 8.1% increase in year-over-year growth during the second quarter marks the tenth consecutive quarter of annual growth. Coupled with the…

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission has filed its financial report for July and revealed its three casinos - Plainridge Park Casino (PPC), MGM Springfield (MGM) and Encore Boston Harbor (EBH) generated a total of $98.6m in revenue. The state also saw $29.4m in revenue from sports betting. This amount was accumulated across eight online sports…

LAS VEGAS (AP) - Casino mogul Steve Wynn has ended a yearslong legal fight with Nevada gambling regulators that started with claims of workplace sexual misconduct, agreeing to pay a $10 million fine and cut ties to the industry he helped shape in Las Vegas. The Nevada Gaming Commission accepted a settlement Thursday to end the state's look at…

Casino mogul Steve Wynn has ended a yearslong legal fight with Nevada gambling regulators that started with claims of workplace sexual misconduct, agreeing to pay a $10 million fine and cut ties to the industry he helped shape in Las Vegas. The Nevada Gaming Commission accepted a settlement last week to end the state's look at allegations that led…

LAS VEGAS - Casino mogul Steve Wynn has ended a yearslong legal fight with Nevada gambling regulators that started with claims of workplace sexual misconduct, agreeing to pay a $10 million fine and cut ties to the industry he helped shape in Las Vegas. The Nevada Gaming Commission accepted a settlement Thursday to end the state's look at…

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LAS VEGAS (AP) - Casino mogul Steve Wynn's long legal fight with Nevada gambling regulators over claims of workplace sexual misconduct is expected to end Thursday with a settlement calling for him to pay a $10 million fine and cut virtually all ties to the industry he helped shape in Las Vegas. The Nevada Gaming Commission was scheduled to meet in…

Casino mogul Steve Wynn's long legal fight with Nevada gambling regulators over claims of workplace sexual misconduct is expected to end Thursday with a settlement calling for him to pay a $10 million fine and cut virtually all ties to the industry he helped shape in Las Vegas. The Nevada Gaming Commission was scheduled to meet in the state capital…

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - KLAS-TV has changed over its 70 years, and so has the thing Las Vegas is known for worldwide, the Las Vegas Strip. However, to create the Strip that we all know today it had to get rid of the old one. In the 1990s and early 2000s, the Las Vegas Strip saw an implosion boom. The Dunes was the 10th resort on the Strip when it opened…

If there's one thing locals wish they could demand out of Strip casinos, it'd be free parking. But self-parking garage policies have changed dramatically over the years, and fewer resorts offer complimentary parking for everyone nowadays. Look no further than The Venetian and The Palazzo, whose management announced a paid parking policy would be…

The caught-on-camera brawl between scantily clad women inside a lavish Las Vegas hotel allegedly erupted after one of the fist-hurling participants caught her husband sleeping with an OnlyFans model. The viral melee - featuring hair pulling, shoe-throwing and violent punching on the casino floor - kicked off after the sex worker and her friend…

A chaotic brawl involving at least four women at the luxurious Encore at Wynn Las Vegas venue was caught on camera near poker tables as a man tries to intervene Crazy at fight breaks out at luxury Vegas hotel during a poker tournament Women have been caught up in a chaotic brawl captured on camera near a set of poker tables at a luxury Las Vegas…

Las Vegas-The annual Las Vegas Jewelry Week is nearly upon us, with only a week to go before trade shows kick off. Whether you're a seasoned showgoer or this is your first time in Sin City, here's what to know about the ever-changing restaurants and entertainment offerings to take advantage of after a long day on the show floor. See a Show If…

The American Gaming Association recently published data showing the first quarter of 2023 produced the highest gaming revenue of any quarter in industry history. It wasn't a surprise. After all, Nevada results have been stellar for around two years and most of the publicly traded casino companies have said their results in jurisdictions outside…

The vibrant city of Las Vegas has not only dazzled visitors with its world-famous casinos and iconic landmarks but has also played a starring role in numerous films. From the glitz and glamour of Caesars Palace to the breathtaking fountains of The Bellagio, these casinos have served as magnificent backdrops for some memorable movie moments. Let's…

Music themed slot games have become a favorite choice among pro bettors in New Zealand. These online slots perfectly combine the thrill of betting with the toe-tapping melodies and catchy rhythms of beloved music genres. The allure of music-themed live casino games lies in their ability to transport players to a world of harmonious fun, where they…

The American Gaming Association recently published data showing the first quarter of 2023 produced the highest gaming revenue of any quarter in industry history. It wasn't a surprise. After all, Nevada results have been stellar for around two years and most of the publicly traded casino companies have said their results in jurisdictions outside…

Massachusetts' casinos and sports betting operators combined to generate just over $160 million in gross gaming revenue (GGR) during the month of April, according to the latest monthly report from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission. Revenue was up by almost 5% on a monthly basis when compared to $152.6 million during March. Of the $160 million in…

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 Casino legalization efforts in Texas…

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LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - With the announcement of Fontainebleau Las Vegas aiming to open by the end of the year, it will soon become the tallest open and occupied building in the Las Vegas valley. Fontainebleau is listed at 735 feet tall, nine feet taller than the Hoover Dam, and 62 feet taller than its southern neighbor, Resorts World. The Strat is the…

Las Vegas is filled with top-tier hotels, unique and delicious cuisine and too many casinos to visit in one trip. It is a popular spot for bachelor and bachelorette parties, and also the place to go for a speedy marriage, but it is also filled with sites to see and an abundance of entertaining shows. Whether you are visiting with…

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) - What are the valley's top hotels? According to Forbes, the best overall hotel is Red Rock Casino. Forbes said they made their selections based on things like luxury, family-friendliness, amenities, pet-friendliness, and what age groups would enjoy them the most.

WynnBet is the online betting arm of Wynn Resorts, the company responsible for the Wynn and Wynn Encore in Las Vegas. Their online casino lives up to the standards of that brand, but WynnBet Casino have a no deposit bonus? Here, we answer that question and help bettors find the no deposit casino bonuses they are looking for. At this point in time,…

It's no secret that Vegas hotel prices go stratospheric on Friday and Saturday when domestic tourists flock in for a weekend away. By the same token, rates on Sunday and Monday are often rock bottom. I've seen rooms at the excellent Vdara for less than £150, or the Wynn Encore for £200. Both of them are premium options on the Strip. For years,…

A Clark County woman filed a lawsuit against Wynn Resorts Ltd. saying the company violated labor laws by pooling tips paid to slot machine attendants and sharing the money with their supervisors. Attorneys for Sheila Little allege that management at Wynn Las Vegas violated the Fair Labor Standards Act by forcing her and her peers to share a portion…

New York's Nassau County signed a preliminary 99-year lease agreement with Las Vegas Sands Corp. for use of its 80-acre Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum site for development of an integrated resort with a casino on Long Island. In a news conference in New York on Wednesday, Sands Chairman and CEO Rob Goldstein and Nassau County Executive Bruce…

The world of "high roller" poker was eventually going to reach this point. $250000 buy-ins for a tournament are not enough - how about a million (The Big One for One Drop at the WSOP)? Now the cash games are going that route, with twelve players with either deep pockets or deep skills stepping into the streaming show Hustler Casino Live in what is…

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 With three months in the books, Macau's…

A legislative proposal allowing Nevada to operate a state lottery could slice into the revenue stream of Northern Nevada casino operator Truckee Gaming. But it wouldn't be a large chunk of the company's cash flow, said CEO Ferenc Szony. Truckee Gaming is a retailer licensed by the California Lottery to sell tickets from a store adjacent to the Gold…

As of March 2023, the three Massachusetts casinos had a total of 4907 slot machines. That's according to the Massachusetts Gaming Commission, which revealed that number during Thursday's meeting. This month marks the three-year anniversary of when the COVID-19 pandemic first took hold and forced business operations to change across the US and…

BOSTON (SHNS) - Between Massachusetts' three gambling centers combined, there are now fewer traditional casino-style games available than there were before the pandemic, though the legalization of sports betting has added a new type of gambling to the mix. Compared to when the Gaming Commission required Plainridge Park Casino, MGM Springfield and…

BOSTON - Advocates and researchers concerned with increased access to sports betting are urging lawmakers to implement a public health approach in raising awareness about the dangers of problem gambling. They're also asking questions about the effectiveness of the state's current approach. During the first three days of mobile sports betting in…

A federal judge has tossed a lawsuit filed by a New York gambler who claims the cash-out procedures for Encore Boston Harbor's slot machines are rigged to shortchange players. According to plaintiff A. Richard Schuster, the problem with the slot machines at the Wynn Resort casino in Everett boils down to the fact that the kiosks at which players go…

BOSTON (State House News Service) - Between Massachusetts' three gambling centers combined, there are now fewer traditional casino-style games available than there were before the pandemic, though the legalization of sports betting has added a new type of gambling to the mix. Compared to when the Gaming Commission required Plainridge Park Casino,…

Between Massachusetts' three gambling centers combined, there are now fewer traditional casino-style games available than there were before the pandemic, though the legalization of sports betting has added a new type of gambling to the mix. Compared to when the Gaming Commission required Plainridge Park Casino, MGM Springfield and Encore Boston…

The United Arab Emirates is set to welcome its first-ever casino, a development that has stirred excitement and anticipation in equal measure. The casino is being built and funded by Wynn Resorts, a leading international hospitality and entertainment company. What makes this development even more significant is that it will be Wynn Resorts'…

It's hard to get a great free photo of the Las Vegas Strip from down on the ground, as you're right in the middle of it. You can try standing in one of the overhead crosswalks, but they are covered in dirty glass, making it hard to get a great shot. You can pay $20 to $40 to go to the top of an attraction like at the Paris, Linq or Strat, but…

BOSTON (SHNS) - With Massachusetts in the early days of its most significant expansion of gambling in a decade, a researcher from the United Kingdom shared his perspective on how gambling worked its way from the shadows of society to the mainstream and the implications that have had in Britain. The Public Health Advocacy Institute at Northeastern…

BOSTON (State House News Service) - With Massachusetts in the early days of its most significant expansion of gambling in a decade, a researcher from the United Kingdom shared his perspective on how gambling worked its way from the shadows of society to the mainstream, and the implications that has had in Britain. The Public Health Advocacy…

A top executive for casino operator Tilman Fertitta said Wednesday no decision has been made on the future development of six acres on the Strip that the Texas billionaire acquired last year in anticipation of developing a hotel-casino. "It's very expensive to build right in an inflationary environment," Steven Scheinthal, a vice president with…

With casino operators making hefty rent payments, Rio landlord Eric Birnbaum wants more of the action. His firm, Dreamscape Companies, recently announced that it raised $850 million in capital. It's launching a real estate investment trust that will own casino, hospitality and entertainment assets, and an entity to operate such businesses,…

Saturday, Feb. 25 at the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino Never underestimate the power or resiliency of a song. There was a moment Saturday night during Billy Joel's christening of the new OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino when the singing-songwriting pianist from New York City donned his harmonica and pulled out his signature tune that was…

Lawmakers in New Hampshire are considering a range of gambling bills that could bring online casinos, more bingo nights and larger poker tournaments to the state. Under a introduced in a Senate committee Wednesday, private companies could offer online casino games to anyone physically located within the state who is over 17 years old, similar to…

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Wynn Resorts Ltd has reported a US$181.3 million loss from its Macau operations in the three months to 31 December 2022, widened from both the US$128.2 million loss reported in 4Q21 and the US$162.7 million loss in 3Q22. The challenging result, which predated the recent reopening of Macau's borders, was attributable to both the challenging…

The slowdown in transactions across commercial real estate as a result of higher interest rates is unlikely to dramatically change in the near term as the question of value continues to plague buyers, sellers and lenders. But properties that house gaming operators are proving the exception. Not only did casino tenants pay rent when closed during…

Wynn Resorts Ltd. commanded a whopping 66 percent share of the Massachusetts casino market in July, the Massachusetts Gaming Commission reported Monday. The commonwealth announced gross gaming revenue was $98.7 million from the state's three casinos, with Wynn's Encore Boston Harbor in Everett winning $64.7 million, MGM Resorts International's MGM…

On the Las Vegas Strip, some headliners find a home at a resort casino and stay there for an astonishingly long time. Comedic magicians Penn & Teller have been in residence at Caesars Entertainment's (COZIF) Rio since 2001. That makes them the Las Vegas act that kept the same home the longest, but they're not the only performers with a long history…

Las Vegas Sands Corp. is proposing to build a multibillion-dollar resort on Long Island, New York, as part of a bid for one of three downstate New York casino licenses. Las Vegas Sands said Thursday it has entered into agreements to purchase the long-term lease of the site that's currently home to the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum. The…

Another major lottery win has been recorded in Ontario, Canada, informed the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation. In a press release, the Crown agency reported that last Saturday's drawing of Lotto 6/49 has found a winner of the Gold Ball Draw jackpot in Sault Ste. Marie. The winner will take home an amazing CA$48 million windfall. Lotto 6/49 is…

Pokies is perhaps the most enjoyable type of casino game all over the world. They're simple, they're straightforward, and they're extremely fun to play. The best part is that in an Australian casino, you can find pokies from different theme groups. Among the most popular themes for online pokies, music is one of them. If you're a true blue music…

European online casino operator Videoslots is set to enter the United States for the first time through a market access deal with Caesars Entertainment. The agreement will allow Videoslots to launch its Mr Vegas brand in Pennsylvania's regulated iGaming market next year, with the deal also including the possibility to further expand the brand into…

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After a 78-day absence, Las Vegas casinos have reopened their doors to sizable crowds of visitors longing to put a dollar in a slot machine or have a drink at the bar. At 12:01 a.m. Thursday, Downtown Las Vegas casinos and properties throughout the region that cater to local residents were the first to reopen. Less than half of the Strip's…

Welcome to our weekly roundup of American gambling news again! Here, we are going through the weekly highlights of the American gambling industry which include the latest news and new partnerships. Read on and get updated. Underdog Sports has been awarded a license by the Ohio Casino Control Commission to operate as an online sports betting service…

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Steve Wynn is known for his high-end casinos in Las Vegas. Now the founder of the eponymous casino Wynn and sister property Encore is selling a pair of Sun Valley-area homes. He bought the home just off Highway 75 north of Downtown Ketchum in 2009 for $7.5 million and went about a large-scale remodel. In addition to the main seven-bedroom house,…

With roughly 150000 rooms available for the taking, competition among hotels in Sin City is particularly fierce. Since non-gaming tourist dollars account for more than 50 percent of revenue, the best resorts in Las Vegas strive to deliver the most over-the-top experiences in order to earn their piece of the pie. With so much happening, it's not…

Two Southern Nevada gaming and tourism industry experts envision a time when Las Vegas casinos will ban smoking, but they say it won't happen overnight. And the gaming industry won't lead the effort, even after a Las Vegas company has issued a report suggesting that ending smoking in casinos will not result in significant financial harm to the…

Wynn Resorts Ltd. is partnering with a New York real estate company to pursue one of three new downstate casino licenses in a Manhattan neighborhood. Related Cos. and Wynn announced the agreement Thursday to develop a casino, resort and entertainment area near the Javits Center on the western side of the Hudson Yards, near the Hudson River. The…

Wynn Resorts' newest vision for the company's land across Broadway from its Encore Boston Harbor casino in Everett includes two hotels with ballrooms, three parking garages, a theater, restaurants, clubs - 1.8 million square feet of development in all. Most notably, the latest plans also call for gambling, in the form of a poker room and…

Do you ever wonder who created the soundtracks of your favorite online casino games? Are you surprised that some of your favorite musicians and DJs have contributed music for gaming? It's true! Artists and casino games go hand-in-hand. Whether it's the joy of winning or the anticipation of a big payout, there's a certain energy that comes along…

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission has posted the November results for the three casino properties that operate in the state under an official license, to wit the Plainridge Park Casino, Encore Boston Harbor, and MGM Springfield. The three properties generated an estimated $93 million in gross gaming revenue for the state, with the properties…

In a city long known for bigger-than-life figures such as mobster Bugsy Siegel, reclusive tycoon Howard Hughes and casino mogul Steve Wynn, Tilman Fertitta is the newest big player on the Las Vegas Strip. The billionaire Texas businessman and owner of Fertitta Entertainment, which owns more than 600 restaurants, hotels, casinos and other…

The Las Vegas Strip kicked off the year by hosting CES, the big tech conference long-known as the Consumer Electronics Show, which was expected to be somewhat close to normal after being virtual the year before. But it ended up as a shell of itself due to the Omicron variant of covid. Instead of Sin City's grand return, the event saw mostly empty…

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission announced Tuesday thefinancial results of the state's casinos for October 2022, amounting to a combined $97 million in gross gaming revenue. Out of the venues operating during the month, MGM Springfield raked in $22.9 million from its slots and table games, its best result in months. The property's revenue for…

Regional gaming got a shakeup this week, with a big Las Vegas player selling a key property on the East Coast. Liquidity is the name of the game in the current economic environment, and Wynn Resorts (WYNN) - Get Free Report is being proactive with its properties. The Las Vegas-based casino operator announced the completion of a planned sale of land…

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…

SPRINGFIELD - MGM Springfield pulled in $22.9 million in total gambling revenue from its slots, table games in October, according to figures released Tuesday by the Massachusetts Gaming Commission. That's the highest monthly total since $24.2 million in March 2022. Pre-pandemic in October 2019, the total gambling revenue was $21 million. Gaming…

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