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.
Underdog, a rapidly expanding force in sports gaming and media, has announced a multi-year contract renewal with the entire cast of Gil’s Arena, reinforcing its commitment to the show’s continued success. This ...
Nevada's gaming industry achieved a fourth consecutive record-breaking year in 2024, bringing in over $15.6 billion in total revenue. However, this growth was not driven by the Las Vegas Strip, which experience...
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, ...