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.
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...
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...
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld the dismissal of Maverick Gaming LLC’s lawsuit challenging Washington State’s sports betting laws. Maverick, which operates cardrooms in the state, had argued that ...
The United States Senate Judiciary Committee recently convened to assess the need for federal oversight in the rapidly expanding sports betting industry. More than six years after the U.S. Supreme Court legaliz...
South Carolina legislators have taken another step toward legalizing sports betting with the pre-filing of Bill 3625, the South Carolina Sports Wagering Act. This effort comes after previous failed attempts to ...
Lawmakers in New Jersey are considering a significant change to the state’s approach to underage gambling. A proposed bill aims to shift penalties for those under 21 who gamble illegally from criminal charges t...
The South Sioux City gaming landscape is set for a significant shake-up as Ho-Chunk, Inc. unveils plans to build a brand-new casino in the area. The company, which has been expanding its footprint in Nebraska s...
In November 2024, the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol celebrated a record-breaking month, achieving the highest adjusted gaming revenue (AGR) in its history. The combined AGR for the property surpassed $18...
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Revo Casino and Social House is set to transform Lebanon, New Hampshire, as it opens its doors on Miracle Mile next week. The venue, a $10.5 million renovation of a former car dealership, introduces a dynamic m...