This is the place to explore breaking events and important news about the casino of North America. While there may are 23 separate countries on the continent, you will find most of them covered in our Caribbean Casino News section. While some news from Mexico will appear here, most of the articles about casinos and regulatory happenings in this section are about the Canadian and US industries. The U.S.A. has more casinos than any other place on earth, so most of the articles in this category are about them.
The U.S. and Mexico are organized by states while Canada is organized by provinces and territories. In the U.S. and Canada, we have given all Tribal and First Nation news the same weighting as if they were a single state within their respective countries.
This section provides a broad overview of all casino news in North America and the articles are always cross-referenced with more specific information about the subject matter.
Betfred, a leading British sportsbook, is scaling back its operations in the United States, further reducing its footprint as the challenges for smaller betting operators intensify. Recent closures include the ...
The highly anticipated Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana will officially open its doors on February 13, 2025, pending approval from the Louisiana Gaming Control Board. This $270 million project will mark the a...
The American Gaming Association (AGA) has reported unprecedented achievements for the U.S. commercial gaming sector in 2024, positioning the industry for further expansion in 2025. Total revenue is projected to...
Crypto.com has announced the debut of its pioneering sports event trading product in the United States, marking a significant milestone for the cryptocurrency trading platform. This innovative feature enables u...
Arizona's tribal gaming sector continues its strong performance, with the Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) reporting (pdf) $42,508,200 in contributions to the Arizona Benefits Fund for the second quarter of f...
The Mississippi Gaming Commission recently granted conditional site approval for the Tullis Garden Hotel and Casino project in Biloxi. This decision, made during a meeting in Jackson, allows the developers to m...
Massachusetts casinos and sports betting operations combined for a significant financial milestone in November 2024, generating over $181 million in revenue. The Massachusetts Gaming Commission's latest report ...
Rush Street Interactive, Inc. (RSI), a prominent online casino and sports betting operator, has officially announced the addition of Thomas Winter to its board of directors, effective December 16, 2024. With th...
In a rare move, the Nevada Gaming Commission revoked the gaming license of former MGM Grand and Resorts World Las Vegas executive Scott Sibella, concluding a highly publicized investigation into his role in com...
In a major achievement for its sports betting industry, Connecticut set a record in November 2024, earning $30.3 million in sports betting revenue. The Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) announced this mil...
The Nevada Gaming Commission recently approved a major change in casino management for Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, granting control to a newly established entity, C&C 4455 LLC. This move comes amidst ongoing l...
In a historic move toward economic growth and self-reliance, five Mi'kmaw communities in Nova Scotia have joined forces to enter the casino gaming industry. Through their collective initiative, Indigenous Gamin...
New Jersey’s online gambling industry continued its remarkable upward trajectory in November 2024, setting new benchmarks across multiple sectors. The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement reported that int...
Caesars Entertainment has celebrated the grand opening of its highly anticipated Caesars Virginia resort in Danville, marking a significant milestone for the community. The event featured a ribbon-cutting cerem...
A plan to construct a casino near Tysons, Virginia, has drawn criticism from 109 former defense industry leaders, intelligence officials, and members of Congress. In a detailed letter, these officials highlight...