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.
Alberta's government has recently taken a significant step in reshaping the province's gambling landscape, creating both concerns and optimism. On one hand, the government’s decision to cut funding for key addi...
The Nevada Gaming Commission is currently deliberating over the penalties to be imposed on Nicole Bowyer, the wife of an illegal bookmaker involved in a high-profile gambling scandal. The delay comes as the Com...
The NBA has confirmed that Miami Heat player Terry Rozier is now part of an ongoing federal investigation into unusual betting activity linked to a March 2023 game between the Charlotte Hornets and the New Orle...
On January 30, 2025, the Nevada Gaming Commission granted approval for Kambi Group PLC, a Malta-based sports betting solutions provider, to offer its services in Nevada. This approval marks a significant milest...
The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) has initiated legal action against several entities involved in the development of Bally’s Chicago Casino, arguing that the offering of stock solely to minor...
Maryland legislators are once again considering the legalization of online casino gaming, a move that could generate substantial tax revenue but also raise concerns about potential economic shifts. The discussi...
A proposed $300 million casino resort in Grand Forks, North Dakota, is sparking both excitement and concern as city officials and tribal leaders discuss the potential for significant economic benefits and the n...
The debate over whether to lift Nevada’s longstanding prohibition on lotteries is reigniting as state lawmakers prepare to reconsider a proposed constitutional amendment. While the measure, known as AJR5, secur...
In a major development for Washington's sports betting scene, Rush Street Interactive (RSI) has launched a retail BetRivers Sportsbook at the Swinomish Casino & Lodge. This partnership with the Swinomish In...
Indiana lawmakers have taken a significant step toward legalizing online gambling, as the House Public Policy Committee voted 9-2 to advance House Bill 1432. The proposed legislation would authorize digital lot...
A bill that could bring a casino to Fairfax County has advanced in the Virginia State Senate. The legislation, known as Senate Bill 982, successfully passed through the Senate Finance Committee and is now set f...
A proposed new casino in Cedar Rapids has sparked significant debate in the Iowa legislature, with a bill moving forward that would effectively prevent its development. The bill, which seeks to impose a five-ye...
DraftKings and the NFL Players Association (NFLPA) have agreed to settle a legal dispute surrounding the use of NFL player likenesses in DraftKings’ NFT-based fantasy sports platform, Reignmakers. The parties i...
After nearly two decades away from the U.S. market, Betcris has officially re-entered the scene by launching its first sportsbook in Arizona. The move is a significant milestone for the international operator, ...
North Dakota lawmakers have once again decided against legalizing online sports betting. In a vote held on Wednesday, the North Dakota House of Representatives overwhelmingly rejected a resolution that would ha...