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 decisive move to address fiscal challenges, Nebraska could see an item on the November ballot to legalize online sports betting following Governor Jim Pillen's announcement. The governor highlighted the si...
Eilers & Krejcik Gaming (EKG), supported by data from Fantini Research, has released a new report detailing the performance of online sports betting and gambling operators in the United States for the first...
Bally’s Corporation, the famous global gambling and entertainment conglomerate, has announced that the company is set to be acquired by its largest shareholder, Standard General, for $975 million. The New York-...
The North Texas Commission (NTC) is forming a committee to study potential impacts of legalizing destination resorts and casino gambling in Texas. This initiative comes as the state moves closer to legalization...
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...