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NJ Senator Eyes Tax Rate Increase for Online Gambling to 30%

New Jersey is contemplating raising the state's online casino gaming and sports wagering tax rate to a maximum of 30%. Additionally, Senator John McKeon is cited as the lead sponsor of the tax rate hike legislation, named Bill S3064. But, there is no summary of NJ casino gaming and sports wagering bill. There is a possibility that legislation…
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NJ Senator Eyes Tax Rate Increase for Online Gambling to 30%
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Column: Support veterans by vetoing gambling machine legislation

American Veterans (AMVETS) is one of the foremost veterans' service organizations in Virginia and the United States. We have a proud history of assisting Virginia veterans and sponsoring numerous programs that serve our country and its citizens. AMVETS Department of Virginia exists to serve the veterans of America's armed forces who live and work…
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Column: Support veterans by vetoing gambling machine legislation
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Indy Gaming: Bally’s may go private to deal with debt. Will it affect Vegas stadium?

The chairman of Bally's Corp. wants to take the casino company private. What could this mean for the A's stadium given its involvement? Also, a Laughlin casino is facing a $500000 fine from gaming regulators after members of its security team roughed up an employee and customer. Meanwhile, wagering in March Madness could top $2.7 billion…
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Indy Gaming: Bally’s may go private to deal with debt. Will it affect Vegas stadium?
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Ohio Casino Tours Unite Floor Staff, Treatment Professionals

On Wednesday morning, large groups of people will grace the gaming floors of two Cleveland-area casinos. These will not be roulette savants or slot aficionados, but rather professionals who work in the prevention and treatment of gambling addiction. These property tours, which are conducted by casino staff, are the brainchild of the Problem…
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Ohio Casino Tours Unite Floor Staff, Treatment Professionals
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Circa sportsbook opens at Silverton Casino in southwest Las Vegas

Circa Sports opens its seventh Nevada sportsbook outlet Monday at Silverton Casino Lodge, a doorway to the rapidly growing southwest Las Vegas market. Circa CEO Derek Stevens, Silverton President Rob Kunkle and Circa associates Mike Palm, vice president of operations of Circa Resort & Casino and Jeff Benson, director of operation of Circa Sports…
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Circa sportsbook opens at Silverton Casino in southwest Las Vegas
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Problem gambling on the rise in Ohio: Survey reveals alarming trends

COLUMBUS, Ohio - A recent survey paints a concerning picture of Ohio's problem gambling landscape, revealing a significant increase in at-risk individuals and gambling disorders since 2012, according to Ohio for Responsible Gambling (ORG). March as a Crucial Time for Awareness: With nearly one in five Ohio adults (over 1.8 million) classified as…
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Best IN Gambling Sites 2024

Indiana online casinos are currently not available in the state. However, online betting has found a home in Indiana in the form of sports betting and daily fantasy sports. That's in addition to the state's 14 brick-and-mortar casinos, which offer plenty of live casino gaming action, and the state's racetracks and off-track betting…
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The Nevada Independent

IGT presence returning to Las Vegas through a $6.2B merger

Nearly a decade after slot machine giant International Game Technology (IGT) merged with worldwide lottery conglomerate GTECH, the casino equipment provider will return to its roots in Nevada through a $6.2 billion transaction with Las Vegas-based Everi Holdings. Under the terms of the deal announced Thursday morning, IGT's slot machine division…
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IGT presence returning to Las Vegas through a $6.2B merger
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Nevada casinos’ 34-month streak of $1 billion win ‘the new normal’

In pre-pandemic times, months when Nevada's casinos took in more than $1 billion in gaming win were considered outstanding. However, after hitting $1 billion in gaming win for 34 consecutive months, that threshold has become "the new normal," Mike Lawson, the Nevada Gaming Control Board's senior economic analyst, said recently on Nevada…
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Babyface to Return to Las Vegas For More Palms Casino Resort Concerts

Following a sold-out show last October, 13-time GRAMMY Award-winning recording artist, songwriter, and producer Babyface will return to the Pearl Concert Theater at Palms Casino Resort over three weekends in 2024. The shows will be held over Memorial Day weekend on Saturday, May 25 and Sunday, May 26; Labor Day weekend on Saturday, Aug. 31 and…
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Babyface to Return to Las Vegas For More Palms Casino Resort Concerts
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Michigan bet big on online gambling. We’re now No. 1

by Mike Wilkinson (Bridge Michigan) Michigan is the No. 1 state for online gambling after an explosive 22% jump last year, according to data compiled by the American Gaming Association and released this week. Bettors wagered a combined $1.92 billion through online gaming in Michigan last year - about $115000 more than in No. 2 New Jersey, the…
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Michigan bet big on online gambling. We’re now No. 1
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OUTLOOK 2024: Shapiro wants to tax skill games. He must first navigate Pa.’s wealthy, warring gambling interests.

HARRISBURG - As part of his budget pitch this year, Gov. Josh Shapiro says he wants to regulate and tax skill games to raise tens of millions of dollars in revenue. In making this proposal, the Democrat wades into a years-old battle for dominance of the gambling industry, which last year contributed $2.3 billion in tax revenue to the commonwealth's…
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OUTLOOK 2024: Shapiro wants to tax skill games. He must first navigate Pa.’s wealthy, warring gambling interests.
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Missouri treasurer defends ads on gambling machines

JEFFERSON CITY - The state treasurer of Missouri says he has no plans to remove decals of the official state seal with his name on them from unregulated slot machines as part of an agreement he made with a politically connected company that has flooded gas stations and bars with the gambling devices. In a letter Friday, Republican Vivek Malek, an…
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Missouri treasurer defends ads on gambling machines
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Terre Haute's new casino opens April 5

Terre Haute's casino will open April 5. The celebration begins at 10:30 a.m. with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, followed by the opening of several food and beverage offerings. The 122-room hotel grand opening is scheduled for May 15. The location will be the 12 owned and operated by Louisville-based Churchill Downs and the first in Indiana. Vice…
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Terre Haute's new casino opens April 5
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Thursday newspaper round-up: Online slot machines, Vauxhall, Body Shop

Vauxhall's owner, Stellantis, will make electric vans at its factory in Luton from 2025, helping to secure the future of 1500 UK jobs at the plant. The Luton factory will produce medium-sized electric vans for the Vauxhall, Citroën, Peugeot and Fiat Professional brands, Stellantis announced on Thursday. - Guardian Taxpayers will be forced to pay…
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Thursday newspaper round-up: Online slot machines, Vauxhall, Body Shop
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Maryland lawmakers consider internet gambling legalization despite concerns from Casinos

WBFF - Fifteen years after Maryland lawmakers gave the green light for casino gambling, a new proposal seeks to allow gambling at home. Lawmakers are now considering whether to legalize internet gambling. It's a similar measure to one that the legislature failed to pass last year. The measure would allow almost anyone with a phone to gamble. "I can…
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Maryland lawmakers consider internet gambling legalization despite concerns from Casinos
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Shapiro Wants to Tax Skill Games. He Must First Navigate Pa.’s Wealthy, Warring Gambling Interests.

HARRISBURG, Pa. - As part of his budget pitch this year, Gov. Josh Shapiro says he wants to regulate and tax skill games to raise tens of millions of dollars in revenue. (Photo: Pennsylvania skill game machines at a business near Harrisburg. Photo credit: Sarah Anne Hughes / Spotlight PA) Article by Stephen Caruso of Spotlight PA and Katie Meyer of…
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Shapiro Wants to Tax Skill Games. He Must First Navigate Pa.’s Wealthy, Warring Gambling Interests.
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Terre Haute casino receives nearly 1,000 slots

The Terre Haute Casino Resort is busy installing its slot machines in anticipation of its April 5 grand opening. Mike Rich, vice president and general manager of the casino resort, said all but 32 of the 1000 slots that have been ordered have arrived. The rest are expected soon. All of the equipment will be factory fresh. "We will be the only…
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Terre Haute casino receives nearly 1,000 slots
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5 jackpots totaling $600K hit on Las Vegas Strip

Here's today's local and national sports schedule, including television and radio listings. The pedestrian was was hit about 8:25 p.m. while trying to cross Nellis Boulevard at Harmon Avenue, police said. Palo Verde and Shadow Ridge advanced to the Class 5A flag football state title game. Here is a roundup of Thursday's football and basketball…
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5 jackpots totaling $600K hit on Las Vegas Strip
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Online Casino Jackpots: Unveiling Jackpot Secrets

Welcome to our comprehensive guide on the captivating world of online casino jackpots, your ultimate resource for unraveling the mysteries and excitement of this integral component of the online gambling landscape. In this section, we embark on an enlightening journey, beginning with a detailed exploration of what online casino jackpots are and the…
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Online Casino Jackpots: Unveiling Jackpot Secrets
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What are the NFL’s gambling rules for the Super Bowl in Las Vegas?

The NFL's rules on gambling have generated widespread criticism and questions leading up to the Super Bowl in Las Vegas, as the league aims to balance its sportsbook partnerships and policies preventing players from betting on games. Gambling was a major topic of NFL commissioner Roger Goodell's annual Super Bowl news conference Monday, when he…
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What are the NFL’s gambling rules for the Super Bowl in Las Vegas?
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Thunderkick Goes Live With 12 Bolts of Thunder Slot

Thunderkick, an established Swedish game studio that offers innovative video slots and a supporting remote gaming server (RGS), has officially launched its latest title 12 Bolts of Thunder. In this slot, players have the opportunity to become Thor and get their hands on the famous Mjölnir, aka Thor's famous hammer. Mythological visual: This Norse…
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Thunderkick Goes Live With 12 Bolts of Thunder Slot
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ELA Games launches new slot game for ultimate fishing fun

Fish & Spins is a five-reel, five-row slot with 35 lines and dynamic animations. The game takes place in the tropics, where the fisherman player can fully immerse himself in the carefree atmosphere of relaxing with a fishing rod in the anticipation of a great catch, complemented by a spectacular sunset spectacle in the bonus game. For every fish…
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ELA Games launches new slot game for ultimate fishing fun
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Fish & Spins’: ELA Games Launches a New Slot Game for Ultimate Fishing Fun

ELA Games, a rising iGaming studio, announces the launch of the Fish & Spins slot game. The new game will give players a fishing adventure in a colorful tropical location with lucrative features: the chance to win reaches up to x5000 bets. "Fish & Spins" is a 5-reel, 5-row slot with 35 lines and dynamic animations. The game takes place in the…
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Fish & Spins’: ELA Games Launches a New Slot Game for Ultimate Fishing Fun
The Nevada Independent

Nevada casinos again shatter revenue record, bring in $15.5B in 2023

Strip casinos had their most lucrative year at $8.9 billion. Also, Las Vegas visitation tops 40.8 million and Reid Airport sets passenger record. For the third straight year, Nevada casinos shattered the state's annual gaming revenue record. The Gaming Control Board on Wednesday said casinos statewide collected $15.5 billion in gaming revenue in…
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Nevada casinos again shatter revenue record, bring in $15.5B in 2023
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House clears ‘illegal slot machine’ measure, but questions remain about clarity, ‘unintended consequences’

Unsuspecting night managers could get ensnared in violations they didn't know they were committing. A House bill seeking to crack down on illegal gambling operations in the state has cleared its second committee, but concerns remain about unintended consequences and a potential lack of clarity. The bill (HB 189) cleared the House Appropriations…
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House clears ‘illegal slot machine’ measure, but questions remain about clarity, ‘unintended consequences’
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Minnesota: Warroad Casino to open expanded casino floor on March 17

Red Lake Gaming Enterprises (Seven Clans Casinos) has completed a $12.4 million casino expansion project on its Warroad Casino's gaming floor. The project is now finalized and set to open to the public on March 17 at noon with special guest and hometown hockey legend Henry Boucha. To commemorate this celebration, Boucha will be greeting and signing…
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Minnesota: Warroad Casino to open expanded casino floor on March 17
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Plans Underway For Commercial Casino With No Size Limit In New York

MGM Resorts International has revealed its ambitious vision to revamp the existing Empire City Casino in New York into a commercial casino. Situated in the Yonkers area, the Empire City Casino currently functions as a video lottery racino, featuring slots and various table games. Casino giant MGM aims to step up the facility by expanding it into a…
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Plans Underway For Commercial Casino With No Size Limit In New York
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Industry Insiders Make Responsible Gambling Predictions For 2024

This past summer, a youth soccer team from the Pacific Northwest traveled to Europe to play some friendlies. This team had dominated its league back home, and it understandably took the pitch on the old continent brimming with confidence. That balloon of self-assurance was quickly deflated when the U.S. team got smoked, game after game. The…
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Industry Insiders Make Responsible Gambling Predictions For 2024
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JACKPOT.COM LAUNCHES IN MASSACHUSETTS, GIVING CUSTOMERS A MORE CONVENIENT OPTION TO PLAY THE LOTTERY ONLINE

JACKPOT.COM LAUNCHES IN MASSACHUSETTS, GIVING CUSTOMERS A MORE CONVENIENT OPTION TO PLAY THE LOTTERY ONLINE - ANYTIME AND ANYWHERE PR Newswire Massachusettsmarks Jackpot.com's fourth market launch as it grows to digitize the lottery acrossthe United States; Jackpot.com is already live inTexas,Ohio, andNew York The company is supported by industry…
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Husband arrested in Las Vegas casino after missing wife found murdered

A man has been arrested at a casino in Las Vegas in connection with the death of his missing wife, police said. Arthur Eugene Guty Jr., 55, was arrested at the Mardi Gras Casino after his wife, 26-year-old Nicole Zambrano, was found dead from a gunshot wound on Monday afternoon inside a home along Bierer Avenue, police said. She had been missing…
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Pennsylvania man accused of murdering wife arrested at Las Vegas casino

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) - A Pennsylvania man accused of murdering his wife was arrested at a Las Vegas casino on Tuesday. According to our ABC affiliate in Pittsburgh, Nicole Zambrano was reported missing by her co-workers at Nemacolin Woodlands Resort last week after she hadn't shown up for work for a few days. Uniontown police found her dead, from a…
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Pennsylvania man accused of murdering wife arrested at Las Vegas casino
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Husband arrested at Las Vegas casino after wife found dead on New Year’s Day

A 55-year-old Pennsylvania husband was arrested during his cigarette break outside a Las Vegas casino with $100000 cash the day after his second wife was found dead in their home on New Year's Day. In a bizarre twist, Arthur Guty Jr.'s Tuesday arrest came four years after his former wife was accused of targeting him in a murder-for-hire plot for a…
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Husband arrested at Las Vegas casino after wife found dead on New Year’s Day
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Las Vegas casinos move away from live keno lounges

A recent closure of one of the last live keno lounges on the Strip has shed light on casino operators' shifting business approach to the game. There are dwindling options for a live keno lounge player. On the Strip, Caesars Entertainment ended lounge operations at Harrah's in mid-November, telling guests to play at Horseshoe resort-casino. Downtown…
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Pa. man suspected of killing wife arrested at Las Vegas casino

A Uniontown man police suspect shot and killed his wife was arrested on Tuesday at a Las Vegas resort. Arthur Eugene Guty Jr., 55, has been charged with criminal homicide and aggravated assault. The body of his wife, Nicole Zambrano, 26, was discovered at their home on Monday. Police believe she had been dead for several days, according…
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Pa. man suspected of killing wife arrested at Las Vegas casino
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Wife 'killer' Arthur Guty arrested at Vegas casino with $100k cash after 'telling neighbor he'd kill' murdered partner

A SUSPECT reportedly made a chilling statement about killing his wife before he was arrested for her murder. Arthur Guty, 55, was arrested at a Las Vegas, Nevada casino days after police discovered his wife Nicole Zambrano's body in their Pennsylvania home. Zambrano, 26, disappeared last week, and a search was launched for her after she failed to…
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Wife 'killer' Arthur Guty arrested at Vegas casino with $100k cash after 'telling neighbor he'd kill' murdered partner
The Daily Beast

Art Guty, Husband of Murdered Nicole Zambrano, Found in Las Vegas Casino

Four years ago, Art Guty Jr. was allegedly the target of a murder-for-hire plot by his first wife. Now he's accused of killing his second one. The husband of a 26-year-old woman who was found shot to death in her Pennsylvania home on Monday was arrested Tuesday at a Las Vegas casino with $100000 in cash. And in an eerie twist, the suspect, Art Guty…
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Art Guty, Husband of Murdered Nicole Zambrano, Found in Las Vegas Casino
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Best gambling apps: Top online sportsbooks and casinos (December 2023)

Given that there is such a wide array of options, it's easy to see how new users could hesitate to select an online betting platform to get started with. If you find yourself in this situation, worry not, as this page will detail all the top betting apps from both an online casino and online sportsbook perspective. Ready to jump into the action?…
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Best gambling apps: Top online sportsbooks and casinos (December 2023)
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ELA Games unveils new high-volatility online slot

Kraken Bay immerses players in the heart of a mystery, navigating through a dreadful bay filled with abandoned ships in lifeless waters under the eye of a Kraken. ELA Games, a game studio renowned for its player-centric approach and high-quality content, is delighted to announce the release of its latest online slot machine game, Kraken Bay. This…
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ELA Games unveils new high-volatility online slot
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ELA Games Unveils New High-Volatility Online Slot Machine Game Kraken Bay

ELA Games, a game studio renowned for its player-centric approach and high-quality content, is elevated to announce the release of its latest online slot machine game, Kraken Bay. This new addition to its diverse games portfolio promises an enchanting journey filled with thrilling spins, legendary prizes and an unforgettable gaming…
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ELA Games Unveils New High-Volatility Online Slot Machine Game Kraken Bay
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Joliet casino: Construction crews break ground on new Hollywood Casino in Joliet

JOLIET, Ill. (WLS) -- There was a groundbreaking ceremony Wednesday for a new Hollywood Casino location in Joliet. Even as officials put shovels in the dirt for the symbolic groundbreaking, crews were already moving dirt on the real construction site a few yards away. The site is planned to be a new $185 million casino complex, featuring slot…
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Joliet casino: Construction crews break ground on new Hollywood Casino in Joliet
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New $185 Million Joliet Casino Will Rival Las Vegas, Cullinan Says

JOLIET, IL - Joliet Mayor Terry D'Arcy, new city manager Beth Beatty and several members of the Joliet City Council joined up with Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant and State Rep. Natalie Manley for Wednesday's celebratory groundbreaking of Joliet's new $185 million Hollywood Casino. The casino is being built at the Rock Run…
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New $185 Million Joliet Casino Will Rival Las Vegas, Cullinan Says
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New casino games launch this week, tribe resumes gambling payments to Florida

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - Amid a celebrity-fueled launch of new casino games this week, the Seminole Tribe intends to resume making payments to the state as part of a 30-year deal that included giving the tribe control over sports betting. Jim Allen, CEO of Seminole Gaming and chairman of Hard Rock International, told The News Service on Friday that the…
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New casino games launch this week, tribe resumes gambling payments to Florida
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Caledonia Catch the Ace jackpot now an estimated $215K

It's another week and another increase to the progressive jackpot in the Caledonia Catch the Ace fundraiser. At the Dec. 7 draw, Mike Irwin's ticket was pulled from the drum. He had picked envelope No. 43, which was opened to reveal the 10 of diamonds. Since the card wasn't the ace of spades, the fundraiser will return to the Caledonia Legion (29…
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Caledonia Catch the Ace jackpot now an estimated $215K
Red Lake Nation News

Warroad Casino expansion project set to open to public Friday March 17, 2023

Red Lake Gaming Enterprises (Seven Clans Casinos) is proud to announce the completion of a $12.4 million dollar casino expansion project of our Warroad Casino location's Gaming Floor. The project is now complete and set to open to the public on Friday March 17th 2023 at noon with special guest and hometown hockey legend - Henry Boucha. To…
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Durango Casino and Resort promises economic boost, entertainment in southwest valley

Las Vegas (KSNV) - The Durango Casino and Resort is now open for all to enjoy. The property opened its doors Tuesday morning to a large crowd. The hotel boasts 200 rooms and 2300 slots, as well as fine dining and a large food court. Visitors stopping by the casino for the first time also bragged about the sportsbook. This Henderson resident says…
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Durango Casino and Resort promises economic boost, entertainment in southwest valley
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The race is on to build a casino in New York City

New York state has a ban on new casinos until 2023, but Gov. Kathy Hochul wants to end that moratorium this year, allowing up to three casinos to open downstate. And already nine gambling giants are eager to bid on the contracts and are likely to offer grandiose plans for casinos, hotels and entertainment venues to boost their proposals. Some are…
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The race is on to build a casino in New York City
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B.C. commits $1.4M to continue research into gambling addictions, policies

UBC's researchers have been looking into the links between gambling, video gaming and loot boxes A B.C. centre for gambling research plans to look into the psychological characteristics linked to personal risk factors for addictive behaviours - among other major programs - with renewed funding from the province. Public Safety Minister Mike…
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B.C. commits $1.4M to continue research into gambling addictions, policies
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Supporters of skill games in Pennsylvania receive major legal win

FROM OUR HARRISBURG NEWSROOM ON WHAT'S NEXT. HEY, TOM. YEAH, THIS RULING UPHELD A DAUPHIN COUNTY COURT DECISION DECLARING SKILL GAMING MACHINES WERE NOT SLOT MACHINES OR ILLEGAL GAMBLING DEVICES. EXPECT AN APPEAL FROM THE ATTORNEY GENERAL'S OFFICE TO THE STATE SUPREME COURT. BUT FOR NOW, THE DEVICES ARE BEING VIEWED AS GAMES OF SKILL, NOT CHANCE.…
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Supporters of skill games in Pennsylvania receive major legal win
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MGM Resorts Unveils Plans for Empire City Casino in New York

Empire City Casino in Yonkers, New York, gets a new face, thanks to MGM Resorts International. The casino will be turned into a luxury destination for all fans of entertainment, becoming an MGM Empire City. The only thing that is needed is a commercial casino license. The new face of the site: The casino will be completely redesigned, and the first…
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MGM Resorts Unveils Plans for Empire City Casino in New York
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MGM reveals plans for full-scale commercial casino in New York

Located in the Yonkers region of New York, the Empire City Casino currently operates as a video lottery racino. The MGM venue offers slots and various table games, as well as harness racing betting and international simulcasting. However, MGM is seeking to transform the facility into a much larger venue with a range of facilities. These would…
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MGM reveals plans for full-scale commercial casino in New York
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Pennsylvania man wins over $350,000 at Rivers Casino when four aces were beat by royal flush, triggering the 'Bad Beat Jackpot'

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- A poker player at the Rivers Casino suffered a bad beat on Tuesday night when his four aces lost to a royal flush -- making everyone at the table a winner when the'Bad Beat Jackpot' was triggered. The'Bad Beat Jackpot' was triggered when Scott Thompson of Washington, Pa. had four aces that were beat by Brent Enos of Jefferson…
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Pennsylvania man wins over $350,000 at Rivers Casino when four aces were beat by royal flush, triggering the 'Bad Beat Jackpot'
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Apache Tribe to utilize CasinoTrac

DEVOL - The Apache Tribe of Oklahoma has signed an agreement with Table Trac Inc. to install its CasinoTrac casino management system at the Apache Lonestar Casino in Devol. The casino caters especially to patrons in southwest Oklahoma and North Texas. The CasinoTrac CMS platform will be deployed to support nearly 800 gaming machines, live table…
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Vitalant to host two-day blood drive at west Las Vegas casino

Las Vegas (KSNV) - A local blood bank is inciting those looking to give back this Thanksgiving to an upcoming blood drive as they look to keep addressing the ongoing shortage. The two-day event will take place on Saturday, November 25, and Sunday, November 26 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. inside the Grand Ballroom at the JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort &…
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Bad Gambling Advice: Week 12

Last week: 3-6 ATS, 2-6-1 totals; Season to date: 44-53-2 ATS, 41-54-4 totals Yep, a bad week last week. The column's title is once again accurate. This week is SoCon Saturday, which means... a bunch of games with no posted line and that I won't pick because really, why bother picking Alabama vs. UT-Chatt? More to the point, there are some SEC…
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Bad Gambling Advice: Week 12
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Mercedes F1 Team Boss Toto Wolff Imposes Casino Ban in Las Vegas

Mercedes will not allow its Formula 1 team staff to spend their downtime at the Las Vegas casinos this week, team principal Toto Wolff says. The new street track that even takes in the iconic Las Vegas Strip is now taking full shape ahead of this weekend's Grand Prix, with all eyes now on the forecasts of cold temperature s for the late-night…
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Mercedes F1 Team Boss Toto Wolff Imposes Casino Ban in Las Vegas
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Mercedes installs casino ban for Las Vegas GP week

The new street track that even takes in the iconic'Strip' is now taking full shape ahead of this weekend's grand prix, with all eyes now on the forecasts of extremely cold temperatures for the late-night session times. Whoever warms up the tyres first will be strong, Sky Italia pundit Davide Valsecchi told Autosprint. "It could be a good…
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F1 team members permitted in Las Vegas casinos?

As Formula One prepares for the highly anticipated Las Vegas Grand Prix, team bosses have given an insight into their preparations for the high-stakes weekend. The event marks the sport's return to Las Vegas for the first time since the Caesars Palace GP in the 1980s and promises to be a spectacle worthy of the city's reputation for entertainment,…
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The Detroit casino workers strike, explained

Kolada Richardson returned to work cleaning hotel rooms at Detroit's MGM Grand in May 2021 after more than a year off the job. When the casinos closed because of the COVID-19 pandemic, she weathered unemployment only to find that her job had gone from tough to brutal. Many of her coworkers didn't return, and the hotel was short-staffed. Ten-hour…
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The Detroit casino workers strike, explained
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Missouri's gambling debate players chase stakes worth billions

MISSOURI, USA - Missourians spend billions every year in pursuit of instant riches. They buy lottery tickets, play casino games and dab bingo cards. And increasingly in recent years, they play games of questionable legality in convenience stores, truck stops and small gaming parlors. Everyone involved in the industry thinks people would spend more,…
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Missouri's gambling debate players chase stakes worth billions
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Players in Missouri gambling debate chase stakes worth billions

Missourians spend billions every year in pursuit of instant riches. They buy lottery tickets, play casino games and dab bingo cards. And increasingly in recent years, they play games of questionable legality in convenience stores, truck stops and small gaming parlors. Everyone involved in the industry thinks people would spend more, if given the…
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Cloverdale Reporter

Turn off the Hard Rock: Coquitlam casino rebrands with Great Canadian company name

Coquitlam's casino is Hard Rock no more, but live music will play on. Great Canadian Entertainment's property will become Great Canadian Casino Vancouver in December, around the time a new Gordon Ramsay Burger restaurant opens at 2080 United Blvd. Ten years ago there, in 2013, Boulevard Casino was rebranded as Hard Rock Casino Vancouver. The Great…
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DeadWood Gaming Numbers Up

According to statistics released today by the South Dakota Commission on Gaming, Deadwood's overall gaming revenues were down 4.64 percent over September of 2022, with slot machine handle decreasing by 5.18 percent, when compared to September of 2022. The table game handle increased by 1.40 percent when compared to 2022 September's table game…
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Crime and the City: Las Vegas ‹ CrimeReads

Let's go to Las Vegas with one of the great kings of the American hard-boiled Charles Willeford in his novel Wicked Wives (1956): 'Once the sun comes up in the desert it rises fast. It hung on the horizon like a solid neon pumpkin, beaming through our windshield. It grew warmer all the time. The closer we got to Vegas, the more numerous the…
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Crime and the City: Las Vegas ‹ CrimeReads
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The many faces of gambling online and what it could mean for a state's bottom line

It may appear that most states now have their own online versions of Vegas, where players can place bets in virtual casinos or on sports. But in reality, the online offshoot of brick-and-mortar gambling is still in its infancy. Despite the proliferation of online sports betting in many states, playing casino games online still has a long way to go.…
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Queen of Hearts jackpot swells at JJ's

This paid piece is sponsored by JJ's Wine, Spirits & Cigars. There was plenty of snow on the ground and a lot of winter ahead when 54 covered cards went on a board at JJ's Wine, Spirits & Cigars. Eight months later, the Queen of Hearts is still hiding. "It's what we hoped for, and the game has delivered," JJ's owner Tom Slattery said. "Hunting for…
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Illinois gambling tax revenue grows to nearly $2 billion

SPRINGFIELD - As the saying goes, the house always wins. And as gambling continues to expand across Illinois, that saying increasingly extends to state government coffers as revenue from the lottery, casinos, video gaming, sports betting and horse racing grew more than 5% to $1.99 billion in the fiscal year that ended in June, according to a report…
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Illinois gambling tax revenue grows to nearly $2 billion
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Rush Street Partners with Pariplay

Rush Street Interactive is known for many things in this particular region. One of them is the company's forward-thinking, which is front and center with this latest PA Online Casino News item. It was announced on Oct. 9, 2023, that Rush Street Interactive partnered with content provider Pariplay en route to additional iGaming options in…
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Teens Are Developing ‘Severe Gambling Problems’ as Online Betting Surges

The growing acceptance of online gambling in the U.S. is permeating the nation's universities, high schools, and even middle schools at a rate that is of growing concern to politicians, therapists, and local helpline workers, who are noticing more underage and youth gamblers coming forward with problems. Since the Supreme Court ruled in favor of…
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Teens Are Developing ‘Severe Gambling Problems’ as Online Betting Surges
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Topping-off ceremony held for new Desert Diamond Casino

Desert Diamond Casinos, an enterprise of the Tohono O'odham Nation, broke ground on its fifth facility west of Glendale in unincorporated Maricopa County back in April, and a topping-off ceremony was held on Sept. 27. A topping off ceremony, according to Mike Bean, CEO of the Tohono O'odham Nation Gaming Enterprise, is a tradition of marking a…
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Topping-off ceremony held for new Desert Diamond Casino
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Gaming Arts To Introduce Captivating G2E Lineup

LAS VEGAS, NV - At G2E 2023, Gaming Arts will introduce a captivating lineup of games and technologies. Among these, the Deal or No Deal™ slot games are anticipated for release in Q42023. The games will debut with two electrifying themes, Golden Briefcase™ and Briefcase Breaker™, showcased on the 49" portrait VertX® Grand cabinet. To emphasize the…
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Gaming Arts To Introduce Captivating G2E Lineup
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Gaming Arts to Redefine Gaming Experience at G2E 2023

LAS VEGAS, Oct. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Gaming Arts, the Las Vegas-based trailblazer in the gaming industry, is gearing up to unveil a remarkable lineup of games and technologies at G2E 2023. With an unwavering commitment to creativity and innovation, Gaming Arts is poised to captivate audiences and set new industry standards for the benefit of…
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Missouri judge dumps gambling company's suit against state

JEFFERSON CITY - A Cole County judge moved to dismiss a lawsuit by one of the state's largest purveyors of unregulated slot machines Monday, one day before the closely watched case was set to go to trial. Cole County Judge Daniel Green said Torch Electronics cannot go forward with its case against the Missouri State Highway Patrol. Through the…
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Missouri judge dumps gambling company's suit against state
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Federal hearing on proposed Koi Nation casino near Windsor draws scores of detractors

It didn't take long to get to the heart of the debate Wednesday night in a closely watched federal hearing on a large tribal casino proposed near Windsor. The public comments began with Dino Beltran, vice chairman of the Koi Nation. Beltran spoke of the forced displacement and resource deprivation that drove his people from their ancestral home in…
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Federal hearing on proposed Koi Nation casino near Windsor draws scores of detractors
Indian Gaming

Desert Diamond Casino Holds Topping Off Ceremony

GLENDALE, AZ - The Tohono O'odham Gaming Enterprise (TOGE) recently held a topping off ceremony for the construction of its new Desert Diamond Casino facility located near Glendale, AZ, in the West Valley. The event marks a major milestone in construction as TOGE begins to close out the final sequence of steel for the new $450 million casino. TOGE…
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Desert Diamond Casino Holds Topping Off Ceremony
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Deadwood Gaming Revenues Up

According to statistics released this week by the South Dakota Commission on Gaming, Deadwood's overall gaming revenues were up 0.97 percent over August of 2022, with slot machine handle increasing by 0.80 percent. The table game handle increased by 1.14 percent when compared to 2022 August's table game handle, and Deadwood's sports wagering handle…
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Deadwood Gaming Revenues Up
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2024 Emerging Leaders of Gaming 40 Under 40 announced

Gaming News 27 September 2023 (PRESS RELEASE) -- The Innovation Group, organizers of the Emerging Leaders of Gaming program, and Global Gaming Business magazine have announced the honorees of the Emerging Leaders of Gaming 40 Under 40, a program that recognizes professionals under the age of 40 already making significant impacts in the casino…
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Woman hits jackpot with £800 worth of clothes for just £90 in Misguided sale

A woman has shared her monster online shopping haul as she hit the jackpot just paying £90 for £800 worth of clothes as she made the most out of the online retailer sale She should have paid £800 for her monster haul We all love getting more for our money, and there's no better feeling than knowing you've bagged yourself an impressive bargain. One…
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Woman hits jackpot with £800 worth of clothes for just £90 in Misguided sale
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Sheriff’s Office makes arrests for illegal gambling operations

SILER CITY - Undercover operations by the Chatham County Sheriff's Office has resulted in nine arrests which include 36 felony and 39 misdemeanor charges. The operations focused on illegal gambling and gaming activities at various locations in Chatham County. Over several months, law enforcement targeted video gambling machines that were found to…
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Sheriff’s Office makes arrests for illegal gambling operations
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Pace-O-Matic congratulates US casino industry on best July ever, but calls out "attacks" on skill-based gaming

Gaming machines manufacturer Pace-O-Matic (POM) has congratulated the U.S. casino industry and the American Gaming Association (AGA) on reporting their best July in history while simultaneously complaining that the legal industry keeps "attacking" the so-called "skill gaming" sector in several states. According to a report from AGA, commercial…
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Pace-O-Matic congratulates US casino industry on best July ever, but calls out "attacks" on skill-based gaming
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9 charged in illegal gambling, gaming investigation in Chatham County, sheriff says

PITTSBORO, N.C. (WNCN) - An investigation into illegal gambling and gaming activities in Chatham County led to 17 businesses being found in violation of state law, according to the sheriff's office. The sheriff's office launched an investigation into illegal gambling and gaming activities that happened at various locations across the county.…
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9 charged in illegal gambling, gaming investigation in Chatham County, sheriff says
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10 Best Online Casino Singapore 2023-2024

Online casino Singapore have been popping up due to the sheer volume of popularity in recent years. In this article we will recommend players about the 10 best online casino Singapore that is safe and trusted for all players. These platforms stand out not only for their engaging games and lucrative rewards but also for their unwavering commitment…
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10 Best Online Casino Singapore 2023-2024
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Casino Gaming Market Projected to Reach USD 544.08 Mn at a 5% CAGR by 2030

The Global Casino Gaming Market size is expected to grow from USD 368.26 million in 2022 to USD 544.08 million by 2030, at a CAGR of 5% during the forecast period (2023-2030). Casino Gaming is one of the most lucrative segments of the global gaming industry. The relaxation of gambling laws around the world has created a number of opportunities for…
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Tough Little Town: How The Mob's downfall in Las Vegas ushered in the resort era

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) - After decades of the mob's influence in Las Vegas, the FBI and some local watchdogs said it was time for a change. In part two of our special report, "Tough Little Town," a look at the big names who played a big part in Las Vegas history - and what eventually led to the downfall of the mob. The Mob Museum's director of education,…
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Tough Little Town: How The Mob's downfall in Las Vegas ushered in the resort era
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Blueprint Gaming Presents The Goonies Hey You Guys! Slot

Blueprint Gaming, a UK-based casino software developer and multi-platform gaming content supplier, has released The Goonies Hey You Guys!, the sequel to the two previous hits in the series, The Goonies and The Goonies Return. This latest iteration follows Mikey, Mouth and Data, from the 1985 classic film "The Goonies," as they try and save their…
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Blueprint Gaming Presents The Goonies Hey You Guys! Slot
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Caledonia Catch the Ace estimated jackpot hits $81K

People were lined up outside the Caledonia legion before 2 p.m. on Aug. 31 in anticipation of the start of ticket sales for the Community Support Centre Haldimand-Norfolk's Catch the Ace progressive jackpot weekly draw. "From 2 p.m. on, we've been really steady," board member and volunteer ticket seller Stacie Blakey said. This was the second week…
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Caledonia Catch the Ace estimated jackpot hits $81K
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Light & Wonder secures exclusive rights to BCLC’s Ruyi Baccarat

Light & Wonder has secured the exclusive intellectual property rights to launch the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC)'s Ruyi Baccarat game in casinos throughout North America. BCLC first launched Ruyi Baccarat in early 2020 and the game is now live in 14 casinos across British Columbia. It is played in the same way as traditional…
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Newsweek

Las Vegas Flooding Sweeps People Away as Strip Becomes River

Multiple people have been swept away in flash flooding, after lightning strikes and heavy rainfall hit Las Vegas on Wednesday, turning the famous Strip into a river and causing damage to buildings. On Thursday morning, police officers were responding to several calls regarding people washed away by floodwater, per Fox 5. One man was said to have…
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Las Vegas Flooding Sweeps People Away as Strip Becomes River
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Hampton Beach casino Aces and Eights goes year-round, expands

HAMPTON - In poker lore, a hand comprising of a pair of aces and eights is known as a "Deadman's Hand." It's a nod to Old West folk hero Wild Bill Hickock, who according to legend was shot dead in a card game while holding that exact hand along with an unknown hold card. On Hampton Beach, however, the management team at Aces and Eights…
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Hampton Beach casino Aces and Eights goes year-round, expands
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Richmond casino project could be back on ballot after judge sides with city

RICHMOND, Va. -- A Richmond Circuit Court judge has a rejected a legal challenge seeking to block the city from holding a second referendum this November for a casino project on the city's south side. "I am pleased to see Judge Marchant rule in favor of the City of Richmond," said Richmond Mayor Levar Stoney in reaction to the ruling. "If approved…
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Richmond casino project could be back on ballot after judge sides with city
Casino Reports

BCLC to Supply its Ruyi Baccarat to North America Casinos

British Columbia Lottery Corporation has recently agreed to make its intellectual property Ruyi Baccarat™ available to land-based casinos across North America. The game will be supplied by the global gaming leader Light & Wonder which will deliver the commission-free title to its partners throughout the continent making it accessible to new…
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BCLC to Supply its Ruyi Baccarat to North America Casinos
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Thunderkick Releases Grand Melee, an Action-Packed Slot Game

Image Source: Thunderkick Fast-growing slots studio, Thunderkick, announced the release of a new action-packed slot game called Grand Melee. The new game, featuring an RTP of 96.17%, invites online players on a medieval adventure with multiple knights, offering engaging and rewarding features that can grant huge payouts. The new Grand Melee slot…
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Thunderkick Releases Grand Melee, an Action-Packed Slot Game