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 new class-action lawsuit filed against International Game Technology (IGT) and several major casino operators, four plaintiffs claim that the iconic Wheel of Fortune slot machines deceive players with a ri...
Leadership at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas has shifted as the property’s top executives, Cliff Atkinson and Chad Konrad, assume operational control of the casino amidst ongoing labor unrest. The Nevada Gaming Contro...
On November 7, 2024, Illinois marked a significant milestone in its gaming industry with the opening of the Wind Creek Casino in East Hazel Crest. This new development was a welcome addition to the state’s gami...
In an exciting announcement, Fanatics has revealed that the much-loved Fanatics Fest will make its triumphant return to New York City. The event is scheduled from June 20-22, 2025, at the sprawling Javits Cente...
The United Federation of Teachers (UFT), one of New York City's most influential unions, has officially voiced its opposition to a proposed casino in Times Square. The plan, spearheaded by Caesars Entertainment...
In a move set to affect thousands of visitors, MGM Resorts International has announced significant increases to both resort and parking fees at its Las Vegas properties, effective from 10 a.m. on December 4. Th...
A contentious legal dispute has erupted over a proposed casino in Sonoma County, California, highlighting deep-seated tribal rivalries and questions of ancestral land rights. The Federated Indians of Graton Ran...
Resorts World Las Vegas, a prominent casino on the Las Vegas Strip, has been thrust into the spotlight as Nevada gaming regulators pursue a 12-count disciplinary complaint against the property. The allegations,...
Two of the tech industry's behemoths, Apple and Google, find themselves embroiled in a significant legal challenge as they are accused of promoting and profiting from illegal gambling operations through their d...
The Planning Board in Salem, New Hampshire, has given conditional approval to the site plan for a $160 million Live! Casino to be developed in the former Lord & Taylor space at the Mall at Rockingham Park. ...
FanDuel, a leading name in North America’s online gaming industry, has partnered with the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) to become its Official Sportsbook Partner and exclusive in-app streaming provi...
Genting Berhad, the Malaysian multinational corporation known for its diverse ventures in the gaming and entertainment industry, reported a significant decline in revenue and profit for the third quarter of 202...
The Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians has announced plans to establish a gaming facility in Benzonia, Michigan. The new venue, located on tribal trust land, is expected to bring economic growth...
The National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS) has unveiled its draft of the Model Internet Gaming Act, aiming to establish a comprehensive framework for iGaming regulation across the United Sta...
In a remarkable surge in sports betting, Arizona witnessed a substantial increase in wagering activities in September 2024, with bettors staking approximately $732 million across various platforms. This represe...