The United States has more casinos than any other country on the planet. There are nearly 300 gambling properties in Las Vegas alone. World Casino News covers the changing casino landscape across the country by highlighting changes in gambling law & legislation, announcing casino proposals, providing project updates as they occur, and reporting on casinos that have been sold or slated for closure along with every other important happening.
While Tribal Gaming has its own section in the news you will find coverage in this section for all 28 states that have compacts with the tribes as well. Las Vegas and Atlantic City get a lot of coverage here but we also keep you informed about casinos in the heartland and along the Gulf Coast. We followed the upstate New York casinos closely from the siting process to grand openings and will continue to provide financial updates as well as breaking news when the next round of licensing gets underway. You'll read it here first when New York City welcomes their first full-scale, non-lottery casino.
In a recent significant vote, the New York City Council approved an ambitious proposal by New York Mets owner Steve Cohen and his partner, Hard Rock International, to develop a sprawling $8 billion casino and e...
Recent investigations into NCAA sports programs have exposed several gambling violations at institutions such as the University of Texas and Mississippi State University. These cases, detected by the gambling m...
The Belle of Baton Rouge, a longstanding symbol of hospitality and gaming in Louisiana's capital, has undergone a significant transformation. Now rebranded as Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel, this change marks a majo...
The American Gaming Association (AGA) forecasts an all-time high of $3.1 billion in legal wagers for the upcoming NCAA Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournaments, showcasing significant growth and the increasing ...
As Missouri gears up to introduce sports betting, the state’s Gaming Commission is setting its sights on a pivotal May 15 deadline for accepting license applications. This move comes after a slight delay caused...
Soft2Bet, a rapidly expanding global iGaming solutions provider, has announced its ambitious plan to penetrate the U.S. market, beginning with a significant launch in New Jersey. The move is facilitated through...
In a significant development for the tribal gaming industry, 2Tribal has announced its debut, positioning itself as a frontrunner in digital gaming solutions exclusively for Native American tribes. This initiat...
As the fervor of March Madness approaches, Kalshi, a notable prediction market operator, has introduced a novel betting model in the form of single-game event contracts for this week's NCAA conference tournamen...
Detroit's trio of casinos—MGM Grand Detroit, MotorCity Casino, and Hollywood Casino at Greektown—recorded a combined revenue of $98.8 million for February 2025, reflecting a modest decline from prior periods. T...
One year since North Carolina introduced sports betting, the state has seen remarkable financial and community impacts. Since its inception on March 11, 2024, residents have wagered approximately $6.6 billion, ...
In an exciting development for online gaming enthusiasts, PENN Entertainment has rolled out its Hollywood Casino app in New Jersey, marking a significant expansion of its digital offerings. This move follows su...
Rochester, New Hampshire, has marked a significant milestone in its entertainment landscape with the official launch of Lilac Club Casino. The city celebrated this new venture with a vibrant VIP ribbon-cutting ...
DraftKings, the renowned sportsbook operator, is strategically positioning itself to enter the burgeoning prediction market industry. Recently, it initiated an application to join the National Futures Associati...
Following an extensive makeover, Treasure Valley Casino & Hotel in Davis, Oklahoma, proudly reopened its doors, showcasing a fresh, modern look and upgraded facilities designed to enhance the guest experien...
In a bold response to heightened trade tensions with the United States, the Canadian province of Alberta has implemented a ban on the import of gaming equipment from US manufacturers. This decision, driven by U...