Casino openings

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

Wide-ranging Alabama gambling overhaul measures clear committee

In the southern American state of Alabama and proposed legislation that would establish a lottery, legalize sportsbetting and allow the jurisdiction to license up to five more land-based casinos has reportedly ...

Peninsula Pacific Entertainment ordered to sell Louisiana casino license

The gaming regulator for the southern American state of Louisiana has reportedly ordered Peninsula Pacific Entertainment to sell off its dormant land-based casino license within 60 days or risk having the certi...

Grants Pass Downs casino plan triggers Dutch Bros boycott campaign

In the American state of Oregon and an aboriginal student group has reportedly called for a boycott of the Dutch Bros chain of drive-through coffee shops following the emergence of a plan that could see the wes...