Casino

State College locals and gamblers get ready. Happy Valley Casino just announced test days on April 24 and 25 from 2 to 10 p.m. This gives the public a first peek at slots, tables, and food spots before the big opening. These events mark the final step to launch Pennsylvania's newest smoke-free casino right by Penn…

Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger delivered a sharp veto on April 9, killing a bill that would have opened the door to a huge casino in Fairfax County. The Fairfax casino veto stunned Senate Majority Leader Scott Surovell, who called it Northern Virginia labor's top goal and promised to bring it back next year. Local leaders cheered the win for…

Harrah’s Oklahoma Casino burst open on April 9, 2026, turning a quiet spot along historic Route 66 into Oklahoma's hottest new gaming hub. This first Caesars Entertainment spot in the state replaces a tiny old casino across the road and promises big thrills for locals and travelers alike. Crowds poured in for the ribbon cutting, fireworks, and…

Nevada gaming regulators put hedge fund boss Parag Vora on the hot seat Wednesday. In a tense 80-minute clash, board member George Assad accused Vora of takeover tactics while seeking approval for his stake in PENN Entertainment. The hearing ended in suspension, with more questions due in May. Vora fired back at PENN's blunders in online betting. The…

Rod Turlan, a hospitality veteran from Caesars Entertainment, takes over as president and general manager of Rio Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. This move caps a swift executive overhaul tied to fresh ownership. The resort eyes big changes to win back locals and tourists in a packed market. Rio Hotel and Casino made waves on April 6,…

South Korea's top casino operator Paradise Co just posted a stunning drop in March revenue. Casino sales fell nearly 40 percent from last year to 49.5 billion won, or 32.8 million dollars. This plunge hit despite more money on the tables, raising big questions for the industry. Paradise Co released its March figures showing casino revenue at…

A coalition of cardrooms just went to war with California’s Department of Justice, filing a lawsuit that claims new gambling rules will wipe out the entire industry and kill tens of thousands of jobs. The fight exploded into public view this week when five major cardrooms, backed by the California Gaming Association, asked a Sacramento court…

Nevada's casinos, powerhouses of cash-fueled gaming, now face a penny pinch as supplies dwindle. The Nevada Gaming Control Board dropped a key directive on March 23, 2026, guiding operators on rounding payouts amid the U.S. Treasury's penny halt. Patrons could soon cash out jackpots in nickels only, but strict rules protect fairness. The board's Notice 2026-14 kicks in…

Bettors lit up social media with joy after seeing huge balances in their William Hill accounts from a Jackpot Drop game. Tens of thousands, even six figures, appeared out of nowhere. But the thrill turned sour fast. The bookmaker now demands players hand back millions in glitch money, locking accounts and offering just a slice to keep. William…

Resorts World Las Vegas leaders vow to put rules ahead of revenue as they fight to win back trust from Nevada gaming watchdogs. President and CFO Carlos Castro stressed compliance over commerce during a key hearing. With a license decision looming on March 26, the casino shows real steps to fix past mistakes tied to illegal betting…