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Illinois online casinos: Play legal casino games online in IL

Catena Media provides exclusive sports betting and online gambling content in collaboration with OregonLive.com, including picks, analysis, tools and sportsbook and online casino offers to help bettors get in on the action. Please wager responsibly. Online casinos have not yet been legalized in Illinois, but anyone 18 or older can play slots and…

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10 Best Real Money IN Casino Sites

Jackpot slots are so popular these days, and top Indiana online casinos serve them hotter than a pit crew in July. But that's not all you can find at the top gaming hubs in the Hoosier State. Sites like Ignition Casino offer the most exciting poker tournaments, fun live dealer games, and more. Of course, you don't want to miss the $3000 poker and…

Payment Methods ・ 06 March 2024

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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…

Payment Methods ・ 02 March 2024

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Alaska: Proposal to allow slot machines aboard ferries faces hurdles in first legislative hearing

A proposal by Rep. Jesse Sumner, R-Wasilla, to introduce slot machines and electronic gambling on Alaska Marine Highway System ships met with skepticism during its first hearing. The bill, aimed at generating revenue for the state-run ferry system, proposes gambling activities when the ships are more than 3 miles off Alaska's coasts, a practice…

Law ・ 31 January 2024

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Times Of Casino

Top 5 Sunny Gambling Destinations in the USA

Most of the major casinos across the United States offer similar services and experiences. What makes for a truly great trip is being able to enjoy the city itself. If you have been looking for a sunny, warm gambling destination, there are five cities that stand a cut above the rest. What better place to enjoy fun in the sun than in the world's…

Top and Best ・ 25 January 2024

Times Of Casino

Top 5 Hottest USA Gambling Destinations for 2024

Online casinos have become increasingly popular, with good reason. It is convenient, sure, but there is nothing quite like getting the live experience. Those who love to get out on the casino floor and experience the best games, there are a few major destinations to check out. Here are the five best spots in the USA to enjoy live, in-person…

Land-based ・ 19 January 2024

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New Orleans casino winnings up 30.8% in February, here's why

New Orleans gambling halls had a 30.8% hike in revenue in February compared to the year before, as all of the local gaming properties saw their business increase by double-digit percentages. The three riverboats, Harrah's land-based casino and slots at the Fair Grounds s brought in $47.2 million in February, according to figures released last week…

Winnings ・ 05 January 2024

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New Orleans casino revenue drops in September, while state sees gains

Winnings at New Orleans-area casinos were 21.4% lower in September than a year ago, because of Hurricane Ida related closings. Revenue from the three riverboat casinos, Harrah's and the slots at the Fair Grounds were $26.5 million in September, according to figures recently released by the Louisiana Gaming Control Board. That compares to $33.7…

Finance ・ 05 January 2024

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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…

Land-based ・ 14 December 2023

Times Of Casino

Top 5 Underrated Gambling Destinations in the USA

There is nothing quite like hitting a major gambling destination. With the bright lights, the bustle of the casino floor, and the feeling of the chips in your hand, there is nothing quite like it. Going to Las Vegas or another luxury gambling destination can be a bit pricey these days, but there are thankfully a few underrated spots that are worth…

Top and Best ・ 05 December 2023

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Groundbreaking Wednesday For PENN’s Relocated Aurora Casino

Hollywood Casino Aurora is making the move from surf to turf, and the ceremonial first shovels will hit said turf on Wednesday afternoon. Located on the Fox River in Aurora, Illinois, as a riverboat casino since 1993, Hollywood Casino is preparing to move to its new location on land adjacent to the Chicago Premium Outlets thanks to an Illinois law…

Land-based ・ 29 November 2023

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PENN Entertainment Hosts Groundbreaking Ceremony For Ohio Casino Expansion

Pennsylvania-based company, PENN Entertainment Inc., is officially undergoing a dramatic expansion of Hollywood Casino Columbus, with a groundbreaking ceremony for a new hotel scheduled for today. "We are thrilled to soon begin construction on a new, state-of-the-art hotel at Hollywood Casino Columbus," said Jay Snowden, CEO and president of PENN…

Industry ・ 28 November 2023

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Gaming board approves Golden Nugget Danville Casino license

DANVILLE - Danville Golden Nugget Casino received its permanent license to operate on Thursday from the Illinois Gaming Board. The board voted 3-0 in favor of granting Danville Development LLC's owner's license for the Golden Nugget Danville Casino. One member was absent. The license is in effect for four years, expiring in October 2027, when it…

Land-based ・ 27 October 2023

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The Best Day for Slot Payouts at Louisiana Casinos

In Louisiana, at least as of early this morning, there are 37 different places where you can play a slot machine legally. The casino properties that offer slots are the Native American/Tribal casinos, Louisiana's riverboat casinos, and the state's officially licensed land-based casino and you can also play slots at one of four pari-muteul…

Finance ・ 25 October 2023

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Missouri Mulls Casino Fee Increase to Fund Veterans' Nursing Homes

Missouri is bracing for potential legislative modifications as plans are underway to propose an increase to the state's casino admission fee. The aim of the modification promises more than just revenue growth; it aims to support veterans' nursing homes, an initiative spearheaded by Missouri Representative, Dave Griffith. Lobbying for a substantial…

Finance ・ 25 October 2023

St. Louis Today

Missouri casinos challenge ruling in slot machine case

JEFFERSON CITY - The organization representing Missouri's 13 riverboat casinos is asking a state appeals court for another chance to prove that unregulated slot machines in gas stations, bars and truck stops are illegal. In a filing Wednesday, the Missouri Gaming Association is seeking a decision that would stop Torch Electronics and a convenience…

Law ・ 05 October 2023

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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…

Law ・ 03 October 2023

Illinois Times

Southern Illinois casino opens

Gov. JB Pritzker joined hundreds of people from across southern Illinois Aug. 25 to celebrate the opening of the state's 14th casino on a rural estate just outside of Carterville, near Carbondale. The Walker's Bluff Casino Resort is the fourth casino to open in recent years that was authorized by a 2019 gambling expansion law that was a centerpiece…

Travel ・ 01 October 2023

Philly Bite Magazine

From Racetracks to Online Slots: The Progression of PA's Gambling Scene

The origins of legalized gambling in Pennsylvania can be traced back to horse racing. During the late 1950s and early 1960s, the state saw the construction of its first racetracks, which were primarily designed for harness racing. This was the state's initial foray into regulated gambling, allowing residents to legally enjoy and wager on horse…

Law ・ 29 September 2023

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The 5 states where casino gaming supports the most jobs

Four decades ago, commercial casinos didn't even exist in the United States outside of Nevada and New Jersey. But that began to change in the 1980s and'90s, when nine additional states-including Michigan, Mississippi, Illinois, and Indiana-legalized commercial casinos. Not only has the casino gaming industry allowed U.S. state and local governments…

Jobs ・ 21 September 2023

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Current State of Gambling Culture in the US

From the glitz and glamor of the Las Vegas strip to the convenience of online casinos, the United States has seen its gambling culture evolve throughout its history. Understanding the current state of gambling is like holding a winning hand in a high-stakes poker game. It's not just about hitting the jackpot; it's about the economic impact and the…

Sports ・ 18 September 2023

The Nevada Independent

Once shunned by casino operators, responsible gaming campaign turns 25

At a time when problem gambling matters were rarely mentioned in gaming company boardrooms, Harrah's Entertainment decided the issue needed to be raised on casino floors. But it wasn't just rival corporate executives that looked askance at the idea of employees learning how to spot signs that a customer might have a gambling problem. "Our own…

Gambling Addiction ・ 18 September 2023

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The 5 States Where Casino Gaming Supports The Most Jobs

Four decades ago, commercial casinos didn't even exist in the United States outside of Nevada and New Jersey. But that began to change in the 1980s and'90s, when nine additional states-including Michigan, Mississippi, Illinois, and Indiana-legalized commercial casinos. Not only has the casino gaming industry allowed U.S. state and local governments…

Industry ・ 18 September 2023

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UAE creates federal authority for 'commercial gaming' as casino giants flock to nation

Monday, Sept. 4, 2023 | 10:38 a.m. DUBAI, United Arab Emirates - The United Arab Emirates has created a federal authority to potentially run a national lottery and what it describes as "commercial gaming," likely a sign that it is on the verge of allowing gambling as major casino operators flock to the Gulf Arab nation. The state-run WAM news…

Industry ・ 05 September 2023

Metropolis Planet

Walker’s Bluff Casino Resort opens

CARTERVILLE - Gov. JB Pritzker joined hundreds of people from across southern Illinois on a rural estate just outside of Carterville on Friday, Aug. 25, to celebrate the opening of the state's 14th casino. The Walker's Bluff Casino Resort is the fourth casino to open in recent years that was authorized by a 2019 gambling expansion law that was a…

Travel ・ 04 September 2023

ABC News

UAE creates federal authority for 'commercial gaming' as casino giants flock to Gulf Arab nation

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates -- The United Arab Emirates has created a federal authority to potentially run a national lottery and what it describes as "commercial gaming," likely a sign that it is on the verge of allowing gambling as major casino operators flock to the Gulf Arab nation. The state-run WAM news agency carried an announcement late…

Industry ・ 04 September 2023

Chicago Tribune

Want to snag an effective tax cut? Stay out of casinos.

When riverboat casinos first opened in Illinois in the early 1990s, the state's most powerful politicians were conspicuous by their absence. The lure of government money flowing from gamblers had proved too much to resist, but no politician wanted to be photographed dropping coins into a slot machine. There were no speeches in front of the…

Travel ・ 03 September 2023

News Bug

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

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

Travel ・ 30 August 2023

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Louisiana regulators review gaming revenues, approve renamed Baton Rouge casino

Finance ・ 27 August 2023

The State Journal - Register

Walker's Bluff Casino Resort opens in Southern Illinois

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

Travel ・ 26 August 2023

Shreveport Times

Louisiana’s riverboat casinos want to lower their target job numbers

The head of Louisiana's gambling regulatory body expects the state's riverboat casino operators to request adjustments in the employee numbers included in their state licenses. Some of the hiring goals date back to when venues were originally approved three decades ago and were not adjusted for riverboats that have relocated. Wade Duty, executive…

Law ・ 25 August 2023

Business Report

Baton Rouge casino revenue slides while national gaming industry thrives

Baton Rouge casino revenues in July dipped by about 9.9% from June, according to the state gaming board's latest report. This continues local trends of decreased revenue from previous months. The Capital Region's three riverboat casinos-Belle of Baton Rouge, Hollywood Baton Rouge and L'Auberge Baton Rouge-raked in about $19.4 million dollars in…

Industry ・ 22 August 2023

Urban Matter

Top 5 Easy to Get Destinations for Gaming in the USA

With hundreds of casinos operating worldwide, it's important for US players to know the best gambling destinations within their own country. The US is home to a multitude of popular casinos and excellent venues that offer opportunities to play thrilling casino games or partake in sports betting. However, gambling laws and regulations can…

Land-based ・ 09 August 2023

Business Report

Baton Rouge casino revenues drop in June as other markets cash in

While other markets around the country are reporting growth in casino revenues, Baton Rouge's trio of riverboat casinos saw its numbers drop slightly last month, according to the state gaming board's latest report. Baton Rouge's three casinos raked in $21.5 million in June, a 2% drop from May and a 4.5% decrease from the previous year. L'Auberge…

Finance ・ 25 July 2023

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Best Illinois Online Casinos and Apps

Online sports betting is growing in the state of Illinois, but what about other gambling options? Where does the state stand when it comes to Illinois casino games online and casino sites? Here's what you need to know about Illinois online casinos. At the moment, online casino gambling remains illegal. Legislation has struggled to get off the…

Law ・ 24 May 2023

Review Journal

Las Vegas Strip still leads the US in casino gambling, according to AGA

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…

Land-based ・ 24 May 2023

Review Journal

American Gaming Association reports casino gaming revenue nationwide

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…

Sports ・ 22 May 2023

Basketball Insiders

Is online casino back on the menu in Illinois?

Sen. Cristina Castro has introduced Senate Bill 1656 in Illinois, proposing the creation of the Internet Gaming Act. The bill would authorize an internet gaming operator to offer Illinois internet gaming in accordance with the act's provisions. Sen. Castro had her 2021 attempt at legalizing online casino dismissed, and this marks her latest…

Industry ・ 13 February 2023

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REITs Lead Charge to Consolidate Casino Real Estate

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…

Land-based ・ 01 February 2023

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Southland Casino Expansion Raises the Stakes for Arkansas Tourism

On A Roll: Southland Casino Expansion Raises the Stakes for Arkansas Tourism Local officials are betting a $320 million expansion project at the Southland Casino in West Memphis will continue generating huge tax benefits and attract more businesses. The 113000-square-foot complex near the junction of Interstates 40 and 55, in the heart of the…

Travel ・ 21 December 2022

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$15 Parlay Wins $652,902 At Argosy Casino Alton Sportsbook

ALTON - One lucky player changed their life dramatically on Sunday, Dec. 11 with a $15 wager. The player won $652902 on a parlay that had 16 overs. This was the largest payout at the Argosy Sportsbook since it opened in March 2020 and one of the largest payouts on a $15 parlay. The bet included 7 different NBA games that were to be played that…

Sports ・ 19 December 2022

The Advocate

The Horseshoe Casino opens in Lake Charles

WESTLAKE - Southwest Louisiana continues to bet big on gambling. The state's biggest casino market, the Lake Charles area, is growing further with the return of a third casino, the former Isle of Capri. Destroyed by Hurricane Laura in 2020, the former riverboat is now reopening on land as the Horseshoe, adding over 700 jobs and further growing the…

Law ・ 19 December 2022

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Dormant North Louisiana Casino to Get $200m Renovation

A Mississippi casino entertainment company is buying a shuttered casino in Louisiana which it intends to give a $200m facelift and open in 2024. [Image: Shutterstock.com] A Robinsonville, Mississippi casino entertainment company is expanding south into Louisiana after getting the green light to buy a dormant casino which it intends to give a $200m…

Law ・ 16 December 2022

The Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette

COLUMNIST: How casinos broke their promises to the struggling downtowns of Illinois

Back in 1992, William Weidner, then president of Hollywood Casino of Aurora Inc., set out to Springfield to kill then-Mayor Richard M. Daley's plans for a $2 billion mega-casino in downtown Chicago. Weidner and other members of what was known as the "riverboat alliance" were worried that any such facility in Chicago would suck away business from…

NFL ・ 28 November 2022

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Students as ATMs: Online Gambling Edition

The first week of my college career, while standing at a table in the quad at the University of Illinois, I signed up for my first credit card. My primary motivation for signing up for the card was the free two-liter bottle of soda they were giving away with a completed application-I drank a lot of soda back then-but I figured it couldn't hurt to…

Sports ・ 28 November 2022

Chicago Tribune

How casinos broke their promises to the struggling downtowns of Illinois

Back in 1992, William Weidner, then president of Hollywood Casino of Aurora Inc., set out to Springfield to kill then-Mayor Richard M. Daley's plans for a $2 billion "mega-casino" in downtown Chicago. Weidner and other members of what was known as the "riverboat alliance" were worried that any such facility in Chicago would suck away business from…

NFL ・ 23 November 2022

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Louisiana’s casino revenue sees slight drop in March to $221.5M

According to figures released last week by the Louisiana Gaming Control Board, winnings at Louisiana's state-regulated casinos were down 1.6% in March compared to the year before. The 13 riverboat casinos, four racinos, and Harrah's land-based casino brought in $221.5 million during the month, compared to $225.1 million in March 2021. The drop in…

Finance ・ 14 November 2022

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Penn Entertainment to bring Illinois riverboat casinos ashore; add hotel towers to Ohio's Hollywood Columbus and Nevada's M Resort

Penn Entertainment announced Monday that the company is set to pursue four new projects with an overall $850 million budget, including the relocation of its riverboat casinos in Aurora and Joliet, Illinois, to new land-based facilities. Additionally, the business is set to build a new hotel at Hollywood Columbus in Ohio, and a second hotel tower at…

Travel ・ 02 November 2022

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New Orleans casinos post higher revenues in March, see how they did

The New Orleans gambling market posted a 3.8% hike in revenue in March compared to the year before, as every one of the area's gaming properties brought in more money than the year before. The three riverboats, Harrah's and the slots at the Fair Grounds brought in $53.5 million in March, according to figures released last week by the Louisiana…

Finance ・ 22 October 2022

The Baltic Times

USA Online Gambling Laws & Legal States in USA 2022

T he online gambling industry is growing extremely fast. Based on a report by Research & Markets, the industry is on track to make about $92.9 billion in revenue by 2023. This means that the industry has an annual compound growth rate of 11.6%. Rising technologies such as the Metaverse, VR, and IoT will move North America forward to compete with…

Law ・ 22 October 2022

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New Orleans gambling halls see increased winnings in January

New Orleans' gambling halls had a 19.1% hike in revenue in January compared to the year before, with every one of the area's properties posting a year-to-year increase in business. The three riverboats, Harrah's land-based casino and the slot machines at the Fair Grounds brought in $43.9 million in January, according to figures released last week…

Winnings ・ 21 October 2022

HNR Hotel News

PENN Entertainment Announces New Hotels at Hollywood Casino Columbus (Ohio) and the M Resort (Nevada)

PENN Entertainment, Inc. (Nasdaq: PENN) announced today that it intends to relocate its riverboat casinos in Aurora and Joliet, Illinois to new land-based facilities and to build a new hotel at Hollywood Columbus in Ohio and a second hotel tower at the M Resort in Henderson, Nevada. Aurora Development Project PENN intends to develop a new…

Sports ・ 10 October 2022

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Louisiana casino revenue drops 9.7% year-over-year in June; land-based venue only winner

Louisiana Gaming Control Board reported overall gaming revenues in June at $265 million across four sectors, down 4.2% from May numbers, and a 9.7% drop when compared to June 2021. Most of it came from the state's 15 riverboat casinos, which produced a total of $151 billion in revenue for June, a 3.2% monthly decline and an 8.4%…

Finance ・ 10 October 2022

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States Where Gambling is Illegal (and Probably Always Will Be)

In May 2018, the United States Supreme Court overturned the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act of 1992. This effectively lifted the ban on sports betting nationwide. As of 2022, this has led to widespread sports and casino gambling being adopted at the state level. However, there are some states where gambling is illegal. Moreover, the…

Gaming Authorities ・ 24 September 2022

Casino Guru

Another riverboat casino moves onshore in Louisiana

Louisiana's casino industry has mostly been… afloat. Most casinos you can find in the state today are located on its rivers, and this is done so that the companies may continue to operate within Louisiana's quirky laws on gambling. Well, this is slowly being changed, as the Associated Press reported that another casino is actually moving…

Travel ・ 22 September 2022

Sparks Tribune

Century Casinos executive: ‘If you’re a gaming company, wouldn’t you want to be in Nevada?’

Home / News / Century Casinos executive: 'If you're a gaming company, wouldn't you want to be in Nevada?' By Howard Stutz Century Casinos' pending $195 million acquisition of the Nugget Casino Resort in Sparks will rewrite the company's corporate profile. The regional casino operator, which began in Europe, doesn't have what gaming observers…

Travel ・ 20 September 2022

Yogonet

Century eyeing potential flagship resort in Sparks' Nugget Casino acquisition; open to other Nevada opportunities

As it eyes the completion of its pending $195 million acquisition of the Nugget Casino Resort in Sparks, operator Century Casinos prepares to embrace a new phase of its development as a company. The property is set to provide the business with an opportunity to prove its expertise in the long-sought destination market of Nevada, and executives have…

Industry ・ 06 September 2022

Gambling

Smoke-Free Casinos in the US

Few gaming industry debates are as heated as the one over smoking in casinos. While the debate rages, an anti-smoking group has compiled a list of gaming sites where smoking is banned. The American Nonsmokers' Rights Foundation list includes more than 1000 smoke-free U.S. gaming properties. The nation's most-populous state, California, with 40…

Sports ・ 02 September 2022

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What Was The First Casino In The US?

The first casino in New Orleans opened in the early 19th century. Since 1895, in San Francisco casinos there have been " one-armed bandits" - prototypes of modern slots. In 1997, the first online casino is created. The American gambling industry has been actively developing since the beginning of the 19th century. In its history, there were times…

Roulette ・ 31 August 2022

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Gambling: These different regulations exist in the U.S. states

The glittering city of Las Vegas in the United States of America is particularly en vogue among gambling enthusiasts from all over the world. The gamblers' paradise is located in the state of Nevada in the west of the USA and borders directly on California. Las Vegas is known beyond all national borders for its gigantic casino offer. Tourists from…

Land-based ・ 28 August 2022

Gambling News

Louisiana Reports Subdued Results for Casinos in July 2022

The State of Louisiana and the Louisiana Gaming Control Board reported a total of $204.2 million generated in gross gaming revenue from river boat casinos and Harrah's New Orleans. As the state prepares to expand with commercial casinos on the mainland, Harrah's New Orleans remains the only property that is not located offshore. Results on annual…

Travel ・ 23 August 2022

The Travel

10 Sin-City Worthy Alternatives To Visiting Vegas

A vacation in Vegas is a golden opportunity to escape life's daily hustle and bustle. Visitors heading to Vegas encounter a city flocked with world-class dining, exotic shopping centers, art galleries, and museums. With distinctive styles of game selection, Las Vegas Casinos are designed to offer visitors many ways of trying their luck. However,…

Religion ・ 20 August 2022

Chicago Tribune

Will schools see revenue flow to them from Waukegan casino?

A few vehicles are filtering in daily to school parking lots, a sign some teachers are readying their classrooms for the upcoming back-to-school rush. Most Lake County students will be returning to classes in two weeks. Except for those in Waukegan Unit School District 60. City students begin the 2022-23 school year Aug. 11. It's one of the…

Finance ・ 08 August 2022

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States making the most funds after the gambling legislation

Previously restricted to the state of Nevada, legal gambling has now spread throughout the country. As a result of the Supreme Court's decision in 2018 to overturn federal limits on the industry's development, a multibillion-dollar betting boom is afoot in the states. New Jersey has overtaken Nevada as the state with the most money bet on sports.…

Finance ・ 06 June 2022

Yogonet

Missouri's 13 casinos post slight revenue drop in January amid call for crackdown on illegal machines

Missouri's 13 casinos posted $145.4 million in revenue for the month of January, according to the Missouri Gaming Commission. The figure implies a 1.2% drop from a total of $147.3 million reported in January 2021 and is also down from $163.3 million posted in December. The St. Louis market reported $72.7 million in total adjusted gaming revenue for…

Finance ・ 30 May 2022

The Advocate

Louisiana casino revenues post drop in April

Winnings at Louisiana's state-regulated casinos were down 7.4% in April, as every market but New Orleans saw a drop in revenue. The 13 riverboat casinos, four racinos and Harrah's land-based casino brought in $218.8 million, compared to $236.2 million in April 2021, according to figures released earlier this week by the Louisiana Gaming Control…

Finance ・ 18 May 2022

Chicago Tribune

One year in, Gary’s newest casino the state’s top earner, eyes hotel, parking improvements

About 2.2 million people have visited the new Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana in Gary since it opened its doors in May 2021 propelling the site to the top earning casino in the state. It's a designation the property has held since October, topping its competitors and almost quadrupling the revenue generated by the former Majestic Star Casinos it…

Gaming Authorities ・ 13 May 2022

Chicago Tribune

After 25 years, East Chicago casino looks back on changes, growth, giving back

A mock interview. A rush of well-wishers carrying a big check and bouquet of flowers. Tears of joy and excitement. The mood was light and giddy as Ameristar Casino General Manager Ryan Coppola recently handed out three of five $20000 scholarships to children of employees, one of many ways in which the East Chicago casino is celebrating its 25th…

Gaming Authorities ・ 06 May 2022

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Gambling 101: The Vice That's Getting More Nice

Gambling and more particularly the regulation of gambling has been part of the United States before we were even the United States. Societal standards and the need for revenue have largely shaped the history of legal gambling in the U.S. Risk taking and opportunism were part of the frontier spirit in the New World. In fact, the Jamestown settlement…

Sports ・ 28 April 2022

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Shreveport, Bossier City Casino $$$: Up or Down from a Year Ago?

The latest numbers for casinos Shreveport and Bossier City - and gaming spots across Louisiana - are out, and once again the figures for the local boats aren't encouraging. According to the state gaming commission, innings at Louisiana's state regulated casinos were down 1.6% in March compared to the year before. The primary reason is the drop in…

Gaming Authorities ・ 28 April 2022

Sioux City Journal

WinnaVegas Casino Resort turns 30 years old

SLOAN, Iowa -- It might be a gamble to celebrate an anniversary on April Fools' Day, but WinnaVegas Casino Resorts is not adverse to rolling the dice. You can't call it beginner's luck since the casino -- owned by the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska -- will be marking its birthday with a 30th anniversary party at 1 p.m. Friday on the main casino floor…

Travel ・ 01 April 2022

European Gaming

Global $12.754 Bn Casino Management Systems Markets, 2016-2021, 2021-2026F, 2031F

The "Casino Management Systems Global Market Report 2022, By Component, Application, End User" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets' offering. The global casino management systems market is expected to grow from $5.71 billion in 2021 to $6.85 billion in 2022 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 20.1%. The market is expected to reach…

Industry ・ 31 March 2022

WFMZ News

Global Casino Management Systems Markets Report 2022: Product Innovations are Shaping the Industry

DUBLIN, March 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Casino Management Systems Global Market Report 2022, By Component, Application, End User" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The global casino management systems market is expected to grow from $5.71 billion in 2021 to $6.85 billion in 2022 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR)…

Industry ・ 30 March 2022

Daily Journal Online

Casino cities in Missouri call for crackdown on illegal gambling

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

Law ・ 28 February 2022

Balkan Travellers

Top 5 Gambling Destinations for International Travellers

There's something that goes hand-in-hand about the rush of gambling and the thrill-seeking nature of travel. That's why popular gambling destinations become so famous for what is essentially just another service. Just think of Las Vegas - the city's identity is inseparable from its roots as a gaming hub. There are more destinations to gamble at…

Top and Best ・ 28 February 2022

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State commission says January casino gaming numbers down in Southeast Missouri (2/22/22)

Missouri Gaming Commission has released its latest report on the 13 casinos operating in the Show Me State and available for public review. The $140 million Century Casino Cape Girardeau, which was licensed and opened for business as Isle Casino on Oct. 30, 2012, has 38600-square-feet of gaming space, with 842 gaming devices and 23 table games. The…

Gaming Authorities ・ 22 February 2022

Vegas Slots Online

Diamond Jacks Casino Owner Must Sell Property in 60 Days

Diamond Jacks Casino in Bossier City, Louisiana, has been closed for nearly two years, but its owner still needs to make future plans, lest it have its gaming license revoked. On Thursday, the Louisiana Gaming Control Board (LGCB) gave Peninsula Pacific Entertainment (P2E) 60 days to sell the property or it will lose its license. So we stand here…

Covid ・ 20 February 2022

Bettors Insider

Casino and Gaming in 2022: The Evolution of the Gaming and Casino Industry

Casino and gaming go back centuries, existing in ancient times of Greek, China, and Rome. With time, it has evolved and adapted to new demands. Today, these changes continue, driven mainly by technological advancements. The emergence of cryptocurrency in casinos last year paves the way for another exciting trend that's set to redefine the entire…

Industry ・ 15 February 2022

World Casino News

Welcome revival for Mississippi gambling market

Commercial casinos in the southern American state of Mississippi reportedly had a very fruitful 2021 after chalking up aggregated annual gross gaming revenues of almost $2.7 billion encompassing a very healthy $261.3 million for April. According to a Thursday report from the online news source at PlayUSA.com citing official figures from the…

Industry ・ 28 January 2022

KTAL 6 News

DiamondJacks coming back? Gaming operations required to resume in Bossier City after voters reject Slidell casino

BOSSIER CITY, La. (KTAL/KMSS) - The rejection Saturday of a proposition to allow casino gaming at the site of a proposed $325 million resort casino in Slidell means DiamondJacks will have to resume operations in Bossier City within two months. DiamondJacks has been shut down since May 2020, when it announced it would not reopen after pandemic…

Law ・ 19 January 2022

Gambling News

DiamondJacks Casino Owner in Louisiana Needs More Time to Decide Fate

DiamondJacks' owners now have more time to develop a plan for the reopening of the casino property in Bossier City. Peninsula Pacific Entertainment (P2E) had until February 9 to resume gaming operations at the original property after voters in St. Tammany Parish rejected a referendum that would have allowed the company to move its license to…

Covid ・ 13 January 2022

KTAL 6 News

DiamondJacks casino gets extension to present plan for reopening in Bossier City

BOSSIER CITY, La. (KTAL/KMSS) - The owners of DiamondJacks will have a little more time to come up with a detailed plan for reopening the casino and hotel in Bossier City. Los Angeles-based Peninsula Pacific Entertainment (P2E) originally had until February 9 to resume gaming operations at the Bossier City property after voters in St. Tammany…

Covid ・ 12 January 2022

FOX 8 Live

Kenner’s Treasure Chest Casino doubling in size, moving landside

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - The Kenner lakefront is about to be transformed thanks to legislation that will allow floating riverboat casinos to move onto land. The owners of the Treasure Chest have announced a $95 million gambling expansion plan. Three years after the Louisiana legislature approved moving gambling riverboats landside, the Treasure Chest…

Sports ・ 06 January 2022

Gambling

Louisiana Voters Cleared to Cast Ballots Dec. 11 on St. Tammany Casino

Voters are set to cast ballots on Dec. 11 on a proposed in St. Tammany Parish, northeast of New Orleans, according to a state Supreme Court ruling this week. The Supreme Court on Monday reversed a decision by the First Circuit Court of Appeal that would have halted next week's vote. The parish's 185510 registered voters are being asked whether they…

Law ・ 01 December 2021

Gambling

Louisiana Casino Revenue Climbs Higher in October

saw a revenue increase of 21.8% in October, compared to one year earlier. Overall, Louisiana's 13 riverboat casinos, one land-based hotel-casino in New Orleans and four racinos - horse tracks with slot machines - took in $194.7 million this year in October, according to the Louisiana Gaming Control Board. The October figure compares to a revenue…

Finance ・ 23 November 2021

STL News

A Brief History of Online Gambling in Missouri

History ・ 23 November 2021

The Advocate

Louisiana’s biggest casino market is hitting the jackpot again. How long will the party last?

LAKE CHARLES - When the Golden Nugget unveiled its new sportsbook here last week, it showed its hand and made no bones about it. Its target audience was clear from the person chosen to place a ceremonial bet as cameras clicked away: Mattress Mack. The furniture seller and prolific gambler, whose real name is Jim McIngvale, may be unfamiliar to many…

Winnings ・ 15 November 2021

Messenger Inquirer

Will we get legal gambling this time?

They say that back in the 19th century, Owensboro was known up and down the rivers as a "sporting town." In other words, a place where games of chance could be found at any hour on any day. But that had all changed by the mid-20th century. The police had cracked down on the illegal gamb- ling. And about the only gambling around was bingo. In the…

Sports ・ 30 October 2021

Tulsa World

Osage Nation announces plans for Missouri venue

A northeastern Oklahoma tribe has announced plans to expand its commercial footprint into Missouri. Officials with the Osage Nation issued a press release Friday afternoon announcing plans to develop a new entertainment district in Miller County, Missouri, near the Lake of the Ozarks. The $60 million project will be completed in phases and will…

Law ・ 30 October 2021

Golden Casino News

New Orleans Casinos Revenue Drop by 21% in September 2021

When a year-on-year comparison was done, properties in New Orleans did not do well. However, the regulator in Louisiana found that the other markets in the state fared much better, an increase of 27.7% that accounted for $159.7 million out of 13 riverboats. These thirteen properties include Harrah's as well as four racinos. The Board released a…

Finance ・ 27 October 2021

Yogonet

Louisiana: New Orleans' casino revenues drop 21.4% in Sept. amid increases statewide

he Louisiana Gaming Control Board released a report showing September's revenues for New Orleans-area casinos were 21.4% lower in a year-over-year comparison due to Hurricane Ida and the closings it forced. The three riverboat casinos, Harrah's and the slots at the Fair Grounds accounted for $26.5 million in September revenues, which represents a…

Finance ・ 26 October 2021

Illinois News Online

Are Slot Machines Legal in Chicago?

The gambling landscape in Illinois is interesting. The state is dotted with 10 riverboat casinos, 2 commercial casino proposals, and video gaming terminals (VLTs) in locally approved small business locations throughout the state. With the age of statutory gambling fluctuating (18 for bingo, lottery and Paris mutual gambling, 21 for poker rooms and…

Travel ・ 08 October 2021

Shreveport Times

Louisiana casinos, racetracks lost more than $3 million in August after Hurricane Ida

Casinos and racetracks with slot machines impacted by Hurricane Ida lost more than $3 million in August after the powerful storm forced many of the locations to close, according to data from the Louisiana Gaming Control Board. Gaming sites across Southeast Louisiana saw the month of August cut short due to the Category-4 storm, and most of the…

Law ・ 17 September 2021

Northeast News

Bally’s breaks ground at former Isle of Capri Casino

Bally's Kansas City broke ground on a $40 million land-based property expansion at the site of the former Isle of Capri Casino last week, kicking off a renovation that will feature new restaurants, amenities and retail at 1800 East Front St. "We are so thankful to be a part of a vibrant community, we're fortunate to have great neighbors in City…

Gaming Authorities ・ 25 August 2021

Casino News Daily

Slidell Casino to Be Named Camellia Bay Resort

Los Angeles-based real estate developer Peninsula Pacific Entertainment (P2E) has revealed the name of its proposed $325 million casino complex in the Louisiana City of Slidell. The company announced on Thursday that it has picked Camellia Bay out of thousands of suggested names, paying homage to its planned resort's host city as Slidell's nickname…

Law ・ 20 August 2021

News Anyway

The Biggest Gaming Destinations in the US

Nothing can match the magic of playing in a world-class casino, especially when you're feeling that luck is on your side. With more than 30 destinations and 450 casinos nationwide, we can confidently say that the gambling scene has seen vast changes over the course of the past few decades in the US. These days, domestic tourists build their entire…

Religion ・ 18 August 2021

Yogonet

Louisiana's Hollywood Casino breaks ground on project to move riverboat inland

he Hollywood Casino in Baton Rouge broke ground on Tuesday, August 10 on its project to move the riverboat operation onto dry land, becoming the first in Baton Rouge to take advantage of a 2018 law allowing Louisiana's riverboat casinos to carry out these relocations. The project, which has a starting budget of $60 million, will feature slots,…

Travel ・ 11 August 2021

Casino News Daily

Hollywood Casino Baton Rouge Starts Work on Planned Relocation

Hollywood Casino Baton Rouge on Tuesday broke ground on a multi-million dollar project that will see the riverboat operation move onto dry land sometime next year. The casino is the first in Baton Rouge to take advantage of a 2018 law allowing Indiana's riverboat casinos to relocate on land. The relocation project kicked off with a starting budget…

NFL ・ 11 August 2021

Casino News Daily

New Lawsuit Seeks to Block Slidell Casino Vote

Opponents of a proposed $325 million casino just outside the Louisiana City of Slidell have renewed their legal effort to block a St. Tammany Parish referendum on whether the parish should host the gambling venue. In June, Covington-based lawyer Charles Branton and Slidell pastor John Raymond filed a pair of lawsuits seeking to prevent the November…

Law ・ 04 August 2021

Casino News Daily

IGC Opens License Application Window for Vigo County Casino

The Indiana Gaming Commission has reopened the license application process for a Vigo County casino after choosing not renew Lucy Luck Gaming's license to build and operate a gambling venue in Terre Haute. The regulator on Monday posted a press release on its official website informing interested applicants that they must pay a $50000 application…

Gaming Authorities ・ 31 July 2021