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Threat of strike looms for Virgin Hotels Las Vegas

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Land-based ・ 21 March 2024

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Las Vegas Strip casino brings back huge star headliner show

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Las Vegas Strip resort casino celebrates Taylor Swift

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Land-based ・ 02 February 2024

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Land-based ・ 04 January 2024

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Former Stony Creek Internet Café employees plead guilty to charges, sentenced for roles in illegal gambling operations case

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Law ・ 18 November 2023

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Bellagio on Las Vegas Strip marks 25th anniversary

When you say the name, it immediately evokes a vision of Las Vegas luxury. The stately 3933-room Strip resort turns 25 on Sunday. It seems like only yesterday that Las Vegas turned out on a chilly and breezy Thursday evening to see Steve Wynn's latest lodging masterpiece with a massive casino - one of the city's five largest - a seasonally changing…

Land-based ・ 14 October 2023

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Games ・ 28 September 2023

Los Angeles Times

Useless slots and cash bars annoy casino-goers after MGM cyberattack

MGM Resorts International has been saying its hotels and casinos are operational after a cyberattack over the weekend that appeared to take down everything, including payment systems and sports books. Some of its patrons begged to differ. Scanning a largely empty casino floor at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas on Tuesday, Marina Lopez said the hack has…

Incidents ・ 14 September 2023

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Inquiry Examines How Gambling Ads Impact Bettors

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Gambling Addiction ・ 05 September 2023

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PlayAGS Appears Well Positioned For Casino Rebound (NYSE:AGS)

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Industry ・ 20 February 2023

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Hawaii moving forward with plan to ban casino ads

A Hawaii Senate committee on Thursday approved a bill banning casino advertising in the state, but amended it to remove references to Nevada resort properties, including Las Vegas-based Boyd Gaming Corp., which has established a decades-old business to attract Hawaiians to "the ninth island." The Senate's Committee on Commerce and Consumer…

Law ・ 11 February 2023

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SPB’s Casino Night offers games, prizes and crafts

In true Las Vegas fashion, Oakland University students pushed their luck at SPB's Casino Night on Feb. 4. The Oakland Center (OC) was transformed into a Vegas-themed speakeasy, complete with casino games, activities and complimentary refreshments, while semi-formal dress was encouraged. Attendees were welcomed to the event by SPB representatives…

Games ・ 09 February 2023

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Las Vegas Strip Welcomes Back Two Major Headliners

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…

Land-based ・ 13 January 2023

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Which Neighborhoods is Chicago Proposing to Build a Casino In? Here Are the 3 Possible Locations

The city of Chicago is getting closer to selecting a final location to build a proposed casino, a project that Mayor Lori Lightfoot says would bring in $175-$195 million in projected tax revenue. "The revenue is gonna shore up our police and fire pensions, critically important," Lightfoot said. "It's gonna relieve the burden on our…

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Miranda Lambert Stands to Make a Killing With Her 'Velvet Rodeo' Las Vegas Residency

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Sports ・ 05 January 2023

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Where Do Famous Celebrities Gamble?

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Land-based ・ 16 December 2022

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Chicago Officials Give Final Approval to Bally’s Casino Complex in River West

The Chicago City Council voted 39-5 to approve plans to transform the home of the Chicago Tribune's printing plant and newsroom into a $1.74 billion Bally's casino and resort on 30 acres in River West. The proposal still needs the support of the Illinois Gaming Board, which must license Bally's to operate the casino before work can begin along the…

Travel ・ 15 December 2022

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Final Details In Chicago Casino Plan Approved By Council

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Law ・ 14 December 2022

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Chicago City Council Approves Bally's $1.7 Billion Casino Plan

Bally's took another crucial step forward in its efforts to build a $1.7 billion casino in downtown Chicago on Wednesday when the full city council approved its proposal for the River West neighborhood. The 39-5 vote, with five absent and one recusal, came after the city's plan commission and zoning committee each approved the amended proposal on…

Finance ・ 14 December 2022

WTTW

Bally’s Casino Complex Proposal Set for Final Vote by Chicago City Council

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Travel ・ 14 December 2022

Chicago Tribune

Chicago casino set for final city OK following zoning vote

A first-ever casino in Chicago stands on the brink of city approval Wednesday as council members backed zoning for the project after the alderman of the ward where it would be built toned down his reservations over whether the project would result in enough jobs for minorities and nearby residents. Approval of the $1.74 billion Bally's casino…

Travel ・ 14 December 2022

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Winnings ・ 17 November 2022

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Bally’s To Close On $200M Casino Site Purchase

Bally's is on track to close its deal to buy the Freedom Center printing plant site for its Chicago casino by Thanksgiving, and will likely pursue a ground lease with an investor to raise money for the project. The entertainment company is set to buy the 30-acre River West property from Nexstar Media Group for $200 million, the Chicago…

Travel ・ 10 November 2022

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AGS to showcase a diverse product lineup across all its business divisions at G2E Las Vegas

Manufacturer and supplier of gaming products AGS confirmed its attendance at the upcoming edition of G2E Las Vegas, which is set to take place on October 10-13 at The Venetian Expo. In booth 1253, the company will showcase "a new level of product diversity and innovation" in all three of its business divisions: Electronic Gaming Machines (EGMs),…

Games ・ 03 November 2022

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With $5 bet, Lynnwood man hits $2.4 million slots jackpot at Tulalip

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Winnings ・ 30 October 2022

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AGS TAKES ITS PORTFOLIO TO A NEW LEVEL AT THE 2022 GLOBAL GAMING EXPO IN LAS VEGAS

AGS announced that it will showcase a new level of product diversity and innovation in all three of its business divisions: Electronic Gaming Machines ("EGM's"), Table Products, and Interactive at the 2022 Global Gaming Expo ("G2E") held Oct. 11 - 13 in Las Vegas, Nevada. In booth 1253, the Company will leverage the theme "Level Up," to emphasize a…

Land-based ・ 01 October 2022

World Casino News

AGS announces booth products coming to G2E in Las Vegas

The 2022 Global Gaming Expo (G2E) is set to take place in Las Vegas, Nevada from October 11-13, with many companies and industry insiders heading out to see what new products and innovations are coming to the market. For AGS, the company announced this week that it will be in attendance, showcasing new products and innovation within three different…

Land-based ・ 29 September 2022

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AGS Takes its Portfolio to A New Level at the 2022 Global Gaming Expo in Las Vegas

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Land-based ・ 29 September 2022

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Yacht rock bands take a bow in Las Vegas

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Land-based ・ 28 September 2022

Travelweek

Las Vegas' rebound in the Canadian market comes with new attractions and jackpot deals

VANCOUVER - Travel agents attending the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority's'Vegas is Back' event last night were not only wined and dined at the luxury D/6 Bar & Lounge at Parq Vancouver, they also heard how Las Vegas is reshaping itself with new attractions and jackpot deals to get clients into airline seats. Air Canada Vacations is…

Winnings ・ 20 September 2022

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Las Vegas Strip Brings Back Huge Rock Legend

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Land-based ・ 15 September 2022

The Nevada Independent

Indy Gaming: Slot companies’ proposed merger briefly fires up investors

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Finance ・ 24 August 2022

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Labor Day Weekend festivities in Las Vegas

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Trust and Safety ・ 22 August 2022

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Adele's Vegas residency proves the slot isn't just for pop stars in the twilight of their careers

In a new interview with Elle magazine published on Monday, global megastar, national treasure, and wine superfan Adele discussed details of her upcoming Las Vegas residency, Weekends with Adele. The show will play at the Colosseum at Caesar's Palace - previously home to residencies by Celine Dion, Shania Twain, Mariah Carey, and Madonna - on Friday…

Religion ・ 17 August 2022

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Games ・ 29 July 2022

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13 Best Las Vegas Hotels: Venetian to Cosmopolitan Las Vegas

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Top and Best ・ 20 July 2022

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Industry ・ 01 July 2022

The Nevada Independent

Indy Gaming: SCOTUS ruling favoring Texas tribal casinos has ‘wider implications’

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 A U.S. Supreme Court ruling last week was…

Gaming Authorities ・ 22 June 2022

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Las Vegas offers a summer season jam-packed with electrifying entertainment

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Travel ・ 22 June 2022

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AGS Issues Statement on Supreme Court Ruling in Favor of Authorized Gambling on Tribal Lands in Texas

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Law ・ 16 June 2022

Gambling News

Former Casino Entrepreneur to Return to Casino Industry in Argentina

Cristobal López, a disgraced casino tycoon who was convicted of fraud and tax evasion, is set to regain control of Central Casino of Mendoza and profit from the slot machines there in the next ten years. Lopez is one step away from entering Godoy Cruz's Central Casino after his company, Traylon SA, outbid three other candidates in the competitive…

Industry ・ 15 June 2022

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4 Atlantic City, NJ casinos not cleaning rooms daily, union says

ATLANTIC CITY - A union representing housekeeping workers at Atlantic City's casinos says four of the resorts are not complying with a COVID-related requirement that hotel rooms be cleaned daily, and called Wednesday for the state to intervene. Local 54 of the Unite Here union said state officials need to enforce an order issued in 2020 by Gov.…

Covid ・ 09 June 2022

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Union: 4 Atlantic City casinos not cleaning rooms daily

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) - A union representing housekeeping workers at Atlantic City's casinos says four of the resorts are not complying with a COVID-related requirement that hotel rooms be cleaned daily, and called Wednesday for the state to intervene. Local 54 of the Unite Here union said state officials need to enforce an order issued in 2020…

Land-based ・ 08 June 2022

Gambling News

Atlantic City Casino Workers Continue Demanding Wage Increases

Atlantic City casino workers have continued their efforts in demanding increased pay. On Wednesday, workers picketed at the Tropicana and the union for employees is demanding new, post-COVID-19 contracts. Some statistics stated that the nine casinos in Atlantic City and their online partners are actually making more money than in the pre-pandemic…

Land-based ・ 02 June 2022

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Atlantic City's main casino workers union to picket on Boardwalk outside Tropicana

ATLANTIC CITY, New Jersey -- Unable to reach new contracts with the Atlantic City casinos, the city's main casino workers union will begin picketing outside one of them Wednesday. Local 54 of the Unite Here union said Tuesday its members will form a picket line on the Boardwalk in front of the Tropicana casino Wednesday evening. Contracts with the…

Travel ・ 01 June 2022

The Morning Call

Union to picket Atlantic City casino as contracts expire

Unable to reach new contracts with the Atlantic City casinos, the city's main casino workers union will begin picketing outside one of them Wednesday. Local 54 of the Unite Here union said Tuesday its members will form a picket line on the Boardwalk in front of the Tropicana casino Wednesday evening. Contracts with the nine Atlantic City casinos…

Land-based ・ 01 June 2022

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Chicago City Council Approves Bally's $1.7bn Casino Plan

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Jobs ・ 26 May 2022

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7 arrests connected to gambling 'slaphouses' in California

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Incidents ・ 26 May 2022

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Chicago City Council Votes 41-7 to Approve Bally’s River West Casino

The Chicago City Council voted 41-7 on Wednesday to go all in on a plan from Bally's to build a casino in River West, capping a 30-year odyssey and handing Mayor Lori Lightfoot a significant victory as she prepares to run for a second term as Chicago mayor. The $1.73 billion proposal now heads to the Illinois Gaming Board, which must license…

Covid ・ 26 May 2022

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Chicago Casino Approved By City Council After Screaming Match Between Mayor, Alderman

CHICAGO - Chicago's first casino is almost a done deal after City Council approved the plan Wednesday. Bally's plan to build a $1.7 billion riverfront casino and resort at the Tribune Publishing site in River West was approved by a 41-7 vote. Now it heads to the Illinois Gaming Board for final approval. See how your alderperson voted: Wednesday's…

Mobile ・ 25 May 2022

Chicago Sun Times

Chicago City Council approves Bally’s $1.7 billion casino in River West

Chicago's 30-year quest for a casino and entertainment complex is drawing to a close, amid hopes it will produce the jackpot needed to bail out police and fire pension funds. Less than three weeks after Mayor Lori Lightfoot put her chips on Bally's $1.7 billion River West bid, the City Council authorized Bally's to build a permanent casino at…

Law ・ 25 May 2022

Chicago Reader

Who's left out of the casino?

On Wednesday, the city council approved a plan to offer Chicago's sole casino license to Bally's Corporation, 41 - 7, with one recusal. Alderpersons Brian Hopkins (2nd Ward), Anthony Beale (9th), Ed Burke (14th), Ray Lopez (15th), Byron Sigcho-Lopez (25th), Brendan Reilly (42nd), and Michele Smith (43rd) voted against the proposal. Alderperson…

Land-based ・ 25 May 2022

CBS News

City Council approves Bally's plan for River West casino

CHICAGO (CBS) -- Aldermen on Wednesday overwhelmingly approved Mayor Lori Lightfoot's push for Bally's to build the city's first casino in the River West neighborhood, despite complaints from some critics that the project was rushed through City Council, and that the projected $200 million in annual tax revenue the project is estimated to bring to…

Land-based ・ 25 May 2022

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Top 10 Celebrities Who Love Gambling

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Top and Best ・ 09 May 2022

NBC Chicago

Which Neighborhoods is Chicago Proposing to Build a Casino in? Here are the 3 Possible Locations

The city of Chicago is getting closer to selecting a final location to build a proposed casino, a project that Mayor Lori Lightfoot says would bring in $175-$195 million in projected tax revenue. "The revenue is gonna shore up our police and fire pensions, critically important," Lightfoot said. "It's gonna relieve the burden on our…

Industry ・ 25 April 2022

NBC Chicago

Chicago’s 3 Proposed Casino Sites Continue to Draw Opposition From Some Residents, Special Meeting Planned

The city of Chicago is holding a special meeting Monday to weigh in on where to put the city's first casino. But not all residents from those neighborhoods are on board. The three neighborhoods in consideration include the South Loop, which includes Chinatown and Pilsen, the area just west of Soldier Field, and River West. Each of those locations…

Finance ・ 25 April 2022

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New Year ・ 23 April 2022

Block Club Chicago

Chicago Casino Plans Rejected By All 3 Alderpeople Who Represent Potential Sites

RIVER WEST - Chicago is making grand plans to open a world-class casino - but none of the alderpeople who represent the potential sites want a gambling mecca in their ward. Ald. Walter Burnett Jr. (27th) is the latest alderperson to say he doesn't want a casino as Bally's is lobbying to open at the Tribune Publishing site in his ward. Burnett's…

Travel ・ 21 April 2022

Block Club Chicago

Ald. Pat Dowell Says She 'Cannot Support' Hard Rock Casino Proposal Near Soldier Field

CHICAGO - Ald. Pat Dowell (3rd) "cannot support" Hard Rock International's plan to open a casino as part of a proposed mega-development in her ward, she announced Monday, citing neighbors' fears of crime and overcrowding. Her position leaves just one casino proposal - Rhode Island-based Bally's plan to build a resort in River West - whose local…

Land-based ・ 19 April 2022

Times Of Casino

Jennifer Lopez’s Mom Won a $2.4 Million Jackpot on Slots

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Winnings ・ 18 April 2022

IMT Online

Additional arrests made in illegal gambling case

Two additional men have been arrested in relation to the raid of the Golden Lion Amusement Center in January. Authorities identified the suspects as Antonio Matias-Texco, 42, and Juan-Jose Reyes-Lopez, 26. Each was charged with gambling promotion.

Law ・ 15 April 2022

WTTW

Hammered by Complaints, Push for Chicago Casino Faces Bumpy Final Stretch

None of the Chicago casino finalists rolled double sixes at community meetings staged by Mayor Lori Lightfoot, complicating the future of the gaming palace and entertainment district officials contend is key to the city's financial future. While city officials touted the meetings as a chance for Chicagoans to weigh in on the three finalists…

Covid ・ 12 April 2022

Block Club Chicago

Neighbors Worry Rivers Casino Planned For The 78 Will Lead To Gambling Addictions, Is Too Close To Schools

SOUTH LOOP - Hundreds showed up to hear Related Midwest and billionaire Neil Bluhm's Rush Street Gaming sell their plan for a Rivers Casino at The 78 megadevelopment at town hall Thursday. The development team had their work cut out for them, as the area's alderman has already said he can't support a casino at the site and a community advisory…

Land-based ・ 08 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

Crain's Complete Business

Chicago casino bidder Rivers 78 faces public scrutiny at hearing

The Rivers 78 casino proposed for the vacant mega-development along the South Branch of the Chicago River is the only finalist where a casino would be built first with a neighborhood sprouting up around it, the backers of the plan emphasized Thursday. That observation came at the last of three community meetings held this week by Mayor Lori…

Politics ・ 08 April 2022

Crain's Complete Business

Bally's casino proposal on Tribune Publishing site gets pushback in public hearing

Amid vocal opposition, the backers of Bally's casino proposal at the Tribune Publishing site along the Chicago River argued Wednesday night their plan would decrease traffic and increase public space over what is already permitted to be built at the site. The $1.74 billion casino and hotel along the North Branch of the Chicago River, between…

Sports ・ 07 April 2022

Crain's Complete Business

Chicago casino bidders get grilled in first public hearing

The first of three high-stakes meetings for the finalists hoping to win Chicago's sole casino license kicked off Tuesday as Hard Rock Chicago tried to convince a skeptical audience its proposal wasn't tethered to a larger development in need of $6.5 billion in state assistance. The meetings represent an opportunity for Hard Rock, Bally's and Rivers…

Travel ・ 06 April 2022

Crain's Complete Business

Chicago alderman oppose proposed casino sites

Mayor Lori Lightfoot will have her work cut out for her as the city tomorrow begins public hearings on the three finalists to own and operate the proposed Chicago casino. The problem: overcoming moderate to strong community opposition to each of the sites, with some aldermen stopping just short of declaring "not in my ward." For instance, Ald.…

Politics ・ 04 April 2022

Chicago Sun Times

Lightfoot accused of ‘stacking the deck’ on Chicago casino committee

Mayor Lori Lightfoot was accused Wednesday of "stacking the deck" by appointing a special committee of the City Council on the Chicago casino composed only of her handpicked leadership team. After narrowing the list of potential Chicago casino sites from five locations to three, Lightfoot has asked Zoning Committee Chair Tom Tunney (44th) to chair…

Incidents ・ 23 March 2022

Lynnwood Times

Lynnwood man wins $2.4 million jackpot at Tulalip Casino Resort

TULALIP, Wash. (March 21, 2022) - A Lynnwood man scored big at the Tulalip Resort Casino with its largest-ever jackpot of $2369748.95 shortly after midnight on March 20, easily eclipsing the resort casino's previous jackpot record of $1101976.12. The new $2.4 million jackpot record is the largest known slot machine win at any casino in state…

Winnings ・ 21 March 2022

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Lynnwood painter wins record $2.37 million jackpot on Tulalip Resort Casino slot machine

A Lynnwood man playing the slot machine at Tulalip Resort Casino won the casino's largest-ever jackpot - nearly $2.4 million - early Sunday morning. Jose Lopez, a self-employed painter, won the $2369748.95 payout shortly after midnight on March 20, eclipsing the resort casino's previous jackpot record of $1101976.12. The jackpot is the largest…

Winnings ・ 21 March 2022

Review Journal

Las Vegas gaming equipment manufacturer PlayAGS narrows losses in fourth quarter

PlayAGS Inc. is hoping to build on the successful conclusion of 2021 and its narrowing of losses, the company's top executive said Thursday. "If 2020 was the year of resiliency within our business, 2021 was the year of transition," said PlayAGS President and CEO David Lopez. "Supported by the foundational changes put into place over the preceding…

Finance ・ 11 March 2022

Block Club Chicago

Neighbors Overwhelmingly Say They Don't Want A Casino At The 78 Megadevelopment, Survey Results Show

SOUTH LOOP - Hundreds of South Loop, Chinatown and Bridgeport residents are pushing back against a casino proposed for The 78 megadevelopment, saying they think it would lead to more crime in the area, declining home values, contribute to heavy traffic and exacerbate problem gambling. The 78 Community Advisory Council collected survey responses…

Land-based ・ 03 March 2022

Manila Bulletin

Ex-adult star-turned-celebrity businesswoman Maria Ozawa partners with M88 Mansion to launch her own Online Casino Portal

Maria Ozawa, an adult star-turned-celebrity businesswoman, has inked a major deal with M88 Mansion, one of the biggest and most successful online casinos in Asia, to launch her own set of casino games in an online portal called'Maria's room." Maria's Room is a dedicated portal for Maria Ozawa created by M88 Mansion with exclusive offers and treats…

Industry ・ 16 February 2022

The Boston Globe

Casinos had a record year in 2021

America's commercial casinos won $53 billion in 2021, their best year ever according to figures released Tuesday. The American Gaming Association, the gambling industry's national trade group, released year-end figures showing that in-person gambling continues to be the main source of revenue for the gambling industry, even as Internet and sports…

NFL ・ 16 February 2022

European Gaming

Maria Ozawa partners with M88 Mansion to launch Maria’s Room

M88 Mansion, one of the biggest and most successful online casinos in Asia, together with celebrity entrepreneur Maria Ozawa, are teaming up to launch Maria's Room. Maria's Room is a dedicated portal for Maria Ozawa created by M88 Mansion with exclusive offers and treats by Maria Ozawa herself. It offers popular online casino games from top gaming…

Industry ・ 14 February 2022

Black Immigrant Daily News

6 Top Casinos In Latin America You Should Know

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Sports ・ 18 January 2022

Adotas

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Religion ・ 21 December 2021

Block Club Chicago

If A Chicago Casino Opens Near Chinatown, Community Members Say Problem Gamblers Need Support

CHINATOWN - Chinatown leaders are raising concerns that four of the city's proposed casino sites are in Near South Side neighborhoods, saying it could harm a community that has struggled with problem gambling. The bids, announced Nov. 19, include the Chicago Tribune Publishing Center in the West Loop, two sites at McCormick Place, ONE Central in…

Gambling Addiction ・ 15 December 2021

Click Orlando

8 illegal casinos busted in Seminole County, sheriff says

SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. - Eight illegal casinos were busted as a result of a monthslong investigation in Seminole County, according to the sheriff. Seminole County Sheriff Dennis Lemma said 16 of 18 suspects have been arrested as part of the investigation into illegal gaming in the county, which began in May after the sheriff's office received a…

Incidents ・ 08 December 2021

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Strategy Guide ・ 26 November 2021

KEVN

Game Play Network Enters Into Landmark Agreement With AGS For A New Class Of Casino-Style Games

LOS ANGELES and LAS VEGAS, Oct. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Game Play Network ("GPN") today announced a game publication agreement with AGS (NYSE: AGS) to integrate AGS' remote game server (RGS) and online and mobile games into GPN's B2C website & mobile app. "We are excited to be partnering with one of the leading game developers in the industry,…

Mobile ・ 11 November 2021

Colorado Politics

Local control over casinos a safe bet

Colorado's gaming destinations - Black Hawk, Central City and Cripple Creek - were more popular than ever this summer thanks to investment in facilities, increased betting limits and expanded game options. The state's collective effort to create Las Vegas-style gaming destinations is paying off, keeping Colorado bettors' dollars local. Voters in…

Law ・ 03 November 2021

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New Year ・ 30 October 2021

Yogonet

Game Play Network to integrate AGS' remote game server, online games

AGS' new class of games launch 2022 GPN will enable its new partner to offer its products for real money through its B2C website and mobile apps. The deal includes AGS' targeted 2022 launch of a new class of casino-style games for GPN's B2B customers, including SuperDraft, the daily fantasy platform partnered with Caesars. Game Play…

Mobile ・ 21 October 2021

Times Of Casino

$2.4 Million Jackpot Wins

We hear about many tales of massive jackpot paydays, both in Vegas and online, but there seems to be a popular recurring number amongst jackpot wins, with the figure $2.4 million popping up regularly. This recurring figure is a nifty amount to pocket, and has changed the lives of many. Probably the most famous case is that of Jennifer Lopez's mum -…

Winnings ・ 08 October 2021

PR Newswire

Multi-Billion Dollar Global Online Gambling Market Exploding in Popularity with No Signs of Slowing

FinancialNewsMedia.com News Commentary PALM BEACH, Fla., Oct. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Global Online Gambling Market just continues to grow significantly, and the projections keep increasing. Key factors such as an increase in the number of internet users followed by increasing access to data and online gambling platforms are driving the online…

Industry ・ 05 October 2021

Stockhouse

It's All About The Games At AGS' Global Gaming Expo Exhibit October 5-7 In Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS, Oct. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- AGS (NYSE: AGS) or (the "Company") invites you to a Global Gaming Expo ("G2E") experience like no other in booth No. 1253 at the Sands Expo in Las VegasOctober 5-7. You'll be transported to an effortlessly cool, metropolitan block party, where you can relax, reconnect, and rock-out while surrounded by dancing…

Strategy Guide ・ 04 October 2021

Casino City Times

Las Vegas gears up for Labor Day Weekend

Trust and Safety ・ 03 September 2021

Daily Mail Online

Ben Affleck appears in Vegas gambling ad with JLo's MOM… after he was BANNED from playing blackjack

Ben Affleck is fully embracing his love for gambling and starring in a new sports betting ad for the Wynn Las Vegas alongside Shaq and Melvin Gregg. In the advertisement for WynnBet sportsbook, the 49-year-old Oscar winner pokes fun at his lucrative hobby while walking through the casino floor past fellow gamblers, including Jennifer Lopez's mom,…

Blackjack ・ 30 August 2021

Gambling News

One Dead after Fight at Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin, Nevada

It should have been an enjoyable experience, a chance to get out and forget about the routines and the stresses of the daily grind. However, for one casino patron, and the casino he was visiting, it turned into something much darker. A patron hitting the gaming floor at the Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin, NV, is dead following an altercation…

Travel ・ 02 August 2021

Daily Mail Online

Ben Affleck hits a casino with Jennifer Lopez in Monte Carlo on $130M yacht

He's been busy putting on a passionate display with his on-again girlfriend Jennifer Lopez on their romantic tour of Europe on a $130M superyacht. But Ben Affleck has still found time for his other passion in life, gambling. Pictures of the pair hitting a casino popped up on social media this week at a casino in Monte Carlo, where he was seen at a…

Travel ・ 30 July 2021

Page Six

Ben Affleck hits casino on vacation with Jennifer Lopez

Ben Affleck has been cruising around the Mediterranean with Jennifer Lopez, but between romantic strolls and shopping excursions, the "Argo" star managed to squeeze in one of his other great passions: gambling. Page Six spies saw Affleck, 48, earlier this week at a Monte Carlo casino, where there was buzz he spent hours at the tables solo in an…

NFL ・ 30 July 2021

Review Journal

Gaming Commission fines Mohegan Sun Casino and Country Cub Auto Spa

The Nevada Gaming Commission on Thursday ordered $70000 in fines against gaming licensees, including the casino operator of the Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. Commissioners voted unanimously to assess fines against MGNV, LLC, doing business as Mohegan Sun Casino Las Vegas. The Mohegan Tribe is one of three partners operating Virgin Hotels Las…

Gaming Authorities ・ 14 July 2021

AP News

Backstreet Boys back in Las Vegas for a Christmas residency

NEW YORK (AP) - Everybody, Backstreet's back - in Vegas. The pioneering boy band is returning to the Las Vegas Strip with "A Very Backstreet Christmas Party," a series of 12 holiday shows at the Planet Hollywood resort this November and December. The band will be playing the Zappos Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino from Nov. 11-Dec. 23.…

Christmas ・ 12 July 2021

The Blast

Ben Affleck Seen at Vegas Casino Working & Gambling Until 3 AM

Jennifer Lopez may just be Ben Affleck's new version of Lady Luck because the movie star was spotted participating in one of his favorite pastimes while at the Wynn casino in Las Vegas. Even more interesting, Affleck was seen hanging out with J. Lo's mother while laying down some big bets. Ben's main reason for being in Vegas isn't just the…

Movies ・ 11 July 2021

Celebmix

Worldwide Casinos That Celebrities Like the Most

Celebrities carry the burden of people recognizing them wherever they go. Their behavior is a subject of deep analysis, but they have the right to having fun. Celebrities are no different than "ordinary" people. Actors, directors, and other famous people love gambling. Check out the list of the top gaming facilities where you could encounter…

Land-based ・ 09 July 2021

Los Angeles Times

Las Vegas restaurants from L.A. chefs and restaurateurs

Two halves of a split lobster tail intertwine like lovers. Both sides arch upward, balancing atop a mound of noodles tangled around bean sprouts and shards of green onion. This is the same pad Thai you can order at Kris Yenbamroong's three Night+ Market restaurants in Los Angeles, only this version is gilded with a fat lobster tail, and you eat it…

Travel ・ 07 July 2021