No Stay for Iowa’s Cedar Rapids Casino, but Judge Says Plaintiff’s Case Has Merit
A judge has declined Riverside Casino & Golf Resort’s request to temporarily halt the casino license of a proposed Cedar Rapids casino.
South Carolina Retail Casino Proposal Has Broad, Bipartisan Backing in the House
South Carolina may get three retail casinos if the I-95 Economic and Education Stimulus Act passes. It has bipartisan support in the House.
Addabbo’s New York Sweeps Ban Progresses to Senate Calendar After 6-0 Committee Vote
A favorable committee vote has advanced Sen. Joseph Abbaddo’s bill banning New York sweepstakes casinos to the Senate.
High 5 Games Seeks Resolution With CT Regulator Amid Sweeps Casino Crackdown
High 5 Games has indicated that it is looking to find a resolution with the Connecticut DCP after the agency suspended its license.
Poarch Band Still Pushing for Alabama Casino Table Games and Sports Betting, Despite Lack of Legislation in 2025
Alabama legislators haven’t introduced any gambling bills this year, but discussions are still being led by the Poarch Band of Creek Indians.
Illinois Internet Gaming Act Under Gaming Committee Consideration
The Illinois House Gaming Committee will discuss online casino legislation during its March 19 hearing, potentially shedding light on whether iGaming has a path to legalization now or in the future. While previous efforts to legalize online casinos in Illinois have stalled, the hearing could indicate whether shifting circumstances, such as budget gaps, have improved […]
DraftKings Renews Funding for State Problem Gambling Councils, Launches National RG Campaign
DraftKings has recommitted its support of state-level problem gambling councils with renewed funding for nationwide resources. The effort is part of several initiatives announced by the online casino and sports betting operator for Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM). In addition to the funding, DraftKings is launching a national responsible play campaign and celebrating the first […]
False Alarm Sparks Panic, Evacuation, at Circus Circus in Las Vegas
Circus Circus Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas had to be evacuated on Saturday, March 15 after reports of a shooter and ensuing panic. Those reports turned out to be mistaken, according to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD). LVMPD received reports of a possible shooting around 5:30 p.m. and confirmed them in a […]
Casino Workers More Susceptible To Problem Gambling, But See Greater Treatment Results
Casino workers are nearly four times as likely to suffer from problem gambling, but respond better to treatment, a study shows.
Tribal Sovereignty Prevails As Judge Dismisses Running Aces Casino Lawsuit Citing Immunity
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by a Minnesota horse racing track that claimed several tribal gaming properties were offering Class III card games in violation of state and federal laws. Columbus-based Running Aces launched the lawsuit in April 2024, targeting a lengthy list of casino executives responsible for operating three tribal casinos. […]
