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World Casino News works hand in hand with the World Casino Directory to bring you news and details about casino properties that have received regulatory approval, a license, and are scheduled to open. The news follows each property's progress from the drawing board to the golden shovel, topping off ceremony, and grand opening.

The dates may change in the Coming Soon section due to construction delays, regulatory matters, or roadblocks created by competitors or community leaders. Follow your favorite new casino's path to opening by staying on top of Casino Project Updates as well as Fines, Lawsuits & Litigation

California Files Suit Over Federal Approval of Koi Nation Casino

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The State of California and Governor Gavin Newsom have filed a federal lawsuit challenging the U.S. Department of the Interior’s recent decision to authorize the Koi Nation’s proposed casino resort in Sonoma Co...

Tulalip Resort Casino Nears Major Expansion Milestone, Full Renovation by 2026

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Tulalip Resort Casino in Washington State is approaching a key milestone in its multi-phase transformation, with the opening of a sweeping new addition slated for July 2025. This 70,250-square-foot expansion on...

Queens Casino Bid by Cohen Advances With State Senate Committee Vote

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Steve Cohen’s ambitious $8 billion vision for a casino and entertainment destination near Citi Field in Queens took a major step forward this week, after a closely contested vote by a New York state Senate comm...

Bally’s Broadens Chicago Casino IPO While Upholding Minority Equity Goals

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Bally’s Corporation has formally revised the terms of its initial public offering for its upcoming $1.7 billion Chicago casino, expanding access to a broader array of investors while still aiming to meet a key ...

Sands China Unveils Overhauls Londoner Grand Just in Time for Golden Week

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Sands China has officially completed a major transformation of its Londoner Grand hotel, reopening all 2,405 rooms and suites in time for the anticipated May Golden Week surge in visitor traffic. The extensive ...

Las Vegas Sands Drops Plans for Nassau Coliseum Casino, Paving the Way for New Developments

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Las Vegas Sands Corporation has officially decided to abandon its proposal to build a $6 billion resort and casino at the Nassau Coliseum site in Uniondale, Long Island. This move, announced on April 23, 2025, ...

WarHorse Casino Expands in Omaha, Boosting Local Economy

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WarHorse Casino in Omaha marked a significant milestone with the completion of its expansion on Tuesday. This development introduces 400 additional slot machines, two new dining options, and a skywalk linking t...

Lake Mac Casino Resort to Open Temporary Facility as Long-Term Plans Unfold

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The Lake Mac Casino Resort, situated just south of Interstate 80 in Ogallala, Nebraska, is progressing with its plans to introduce a temporary gaming facility later this year. According to Elite Casino Resorts,...

Hard Rock Sacramento to Launch $4 Billion Regional Entertainment District

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A transformative multi-billion-dollar expansion is on the horizon for Northern California, as Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sacramento at Fire Mountain reveals ambitious plans to evolve into a sprawling entertai...

$128M Expansion Marks Halfway Point in Reno’s J Resort Overhaul

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Jacobs Entertainment has announced a significant $128 million investment to expand its J Resort property and the surrounding area in downtown Reno, Nevada, pushing forward with what CEO Jeff Jacobs described as...