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.
In Northern California, the serene landscapes that stretch from wine country to redwood forests are now the backdrop for a growing conflict between the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation and the Scotts Valley Band of Pom...
In a significant development in the fight against cybercrime, a 17-year-old boy from Walsall, England, was arrested for his alleged involvement in a cyberattack that severely impacted MGM Resorts International....
State gaming regulators have officially authorized the WarHorse Casino in Omaha to commence operations on August 6, allowing for round-the-clock service. This decision was reached with unanimous support from th...
The US gaming industry generates billions of dollars in revenue annually. According to data from the American Gaming Association (AGA), total gross gaming revenue from all US state casinos was about $67 billion...
As the new football season approaches, the landscape of US online sports betting operators is seeing significant changes. SuperBook and Betfred, two notable names in the industry, have announced major reduction...
In a significant update from the horse racing world, Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI) has officially rescinded the suspension of celebrated horse trainer Bob Baffert, ending his exclusion from CDI’s racetrack...
DraftKings has announced a significant new partnership with the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA), becoming an official sports betting and daily fantasy partner. This collaboration, unveiled during...
After nearly four years embroiled in legal and bureaucratic complexities, the planned mini-casino at Centre County's Nittany Mall in Pennsylvania has finally received the green light for construction. This deve...
In a significant strategic move, Evolution has finalized plans to acquire Galaxy Gaming for an estimated $85 million, marking a pivotal step in its expansion strategy into the U.S. market. This acquisition is s...
In June 2024, Virginia's trio of casinos reported a combined total of $59.5 million in gaming revenues, according to the latest data from the Virginia Lottery, cited by Virginia Business. This figure represents...
With the target opening date set for the first quarter of 2025, the Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana in Bossier City is gearing up to become a major entertainment and gaming hub. Developed by The Cordish Comp...
iGaming Ontario, unsurprisingly, welcomed the judgement.
Ontario's Supreme Court has ruled that iGaming Ontario operates in accordance with the Criminal Code. The regulatory body for the Canadian province o...
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has issued a stern rebuttal to claims challenging the legitimacy of its efforts to combat illegal gambling activities in Michigan. This response comes amidst growing con...
Online gambling has experienced a surge in popularity across Canada in recent years. With the convenience of playing from home and the excitement of real money wins, more and more Canadians are turning to onlin...
Accel Entertainment has announced a major strategic acquisition, the planned purchase of the FanDuel Sportsbook and Horse Racing venue in Collinsville, Illinois for approximately 35 million dollars in stock. Th...