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.
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has intensified its efforts against unregulated online gambling by issuing cease-and-desist letters to five offshore online casinos. These platforms, which include BetWh...
Las Vegas Sands marks a pivotal transition as Robert G. Goldstein, the current chairman and CEO, prepares to shift into a senior advisor role starting March 1, 2026. Goldstein, a key figure in the company's evo...
Bally’s Corporation has disclosed its financial outcomes for the concluding quarter and the entirety of 2024, revealing a nuanced year of strategic maneuvers amid some operational hurdles. The company witnessed...
Gun Lake Casino Resort is gearing up to celebrate the grand opening of its new hotel in Wayland, Michigan, this Friday with a series of events that promise to dazzle and entertain. The centerpiece of the celebr...
In a groundbreaking move, Nevada has become the first state to legally challenge the operations of Kalshi, a fintech company offering futures contracts on sports and election outcomes. The Nevada Gaming Control...
In a significant development for Pennsylvania's gaming industry, SC Gaming has teamed up with Saratoga Casino Holdings to finalize the construction and management of the upcoming casino at the Nittany Mall, loc...
In a pivotal decision, the Hawaii House of Representatives has passed a measure that could transform the state's stance on gambling by introducing legal online sports betting. This move marks the furthest progr...
In a significant legislative move, the North Carolina House of Representatives is currently deliberating a bill that could allow state residents to deduct gambling losses from their income taxes. This proposal,...
In a significant restructuring move, BetMGM has announced it will cut 83 jobs at its headquarters in Jersey City, New Jersey. This decision comes as the company navigates a slowdown in the sports betting market...
MGM Resorts International and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reached a settlement of a contentious legal dispute triggered by a severe cyberattack on MGM in September 2023, which resulted in considerable op...
Despite strong public support and potential for significant tax revenue, a proposal to legalize sports betting in Georgia met its demise in the Senate's Regulated Industries and Utilities Committee. This decisi...
Whiskey Pete’s, the once-bustling casino strategically placed between Los Angeles and Las Vegas, will be closing its doors for up to three years. A recent communication to the Clark County Board of Commissioner...
BetMGM, a collaborative undertaking between MGM Resorts International and European-based gambling company Entain, has recently been authorized by the Nevada Gaming Commission to manage sportsbook operations acr...
DraftKings has agreed to a $10 million settlement to resolve a class action lawsuit challenging its NFT Marketplace and Reignmakers product. The lawsuit, which accused the company of offering unregistered secur...
Rush Street Interactive (RSI) has reported significant financial growth for 2024, with total revenue reaching $924.1 million, reflecting a 34% year-over-year increase. The online casino and sports betting opera...