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A thrilling weekend in Tulsa saw the $800 RunGood Poker Series Main Event break records, attracting 517 entrants and generating a massive $361,900 prize pool. As the dust settled after ten hours of intense competition, Kansas poker player Brian Craig emerged victorious, defeating a field of hopefuls vying for the prestigious black championship ring. Craig’s win…

Florida's efforts to bring commercial casinos and sportsbooks closer to reality managed to escape a critical legislative hurdle this week. State lawmakers adjourned a special session Monday without addressing a controversial proposal that could have ended citizen-driven ballot initiatives—effectively saving the gaming industry's ambitions, at least temporarily. Quick Adjournment Halts Threat to Citizen-Driven Measures The Florida…

Resorts World New York City (RWNYC) has taken a bold step toward redefining gaming and entertainment in Queens. On January 23, the casino operator hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its grand lobby to unveil its Experience Center, a pivotal showcase of its $5 billion redevelopment vision. A Bold Vision Unveiled in Queens The Experience Center is…

A California tribal casino has issued a warning about a scam circulating on social media, claiming to be associated with the Chukchansi Gold Resort and Casino. The fraudulent post falsely advertises an official gaming app for the casino, luring users with promises of welcome bonuses. Fake App Announcement Raises Red Flags The scam post prominently features…

North Dakota legislators have struck down a bill that could have paved the way for online sports betting to appear on the November 2026 ballot. The decision leaves the state without a formal path toward legalizing the activity, despite growing national interest in expanding gambling options. The House voted decisively against the measure, with concerns about…

The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors is revisiting its concerns about a potential casino in the Tysons area, underscoring their stance on the proposed legislation. This follows updates to a letter originally sent in January 2024, where board members outlined reservations about the casino referendum. Revisiting the Casino Referendum Debate The discussion reignited with Senate Majority…

Officials from Peoria are courting Boyd Gaming with a vision for the future. Several potential sites in Peoria have been pitched for a new land-based casino, aiming to replace the Par-A-Dice Casino riverboat currently located in East Peoria. This proposal is part of ongoing discussions between the city and Boyd Gaming as the future of…

Penn Entertainment’s fourth-quarter earnings forecast has received a positive adjustment, thanks to stronger-than-anticipated regional gaming performance, according to a recent J.P. Morgan report. However, adverse winter conditions are expected to weigh on early 2025 results. Gaming Revenue Trends Offer Mixed Signals J.P. Morgan analyst Joseph Greff highlighted state-reported gaming revenue data showing robust demand both before…

A proposed casino in Jackson, Mississippi, has sparked debate among local leaders and residents. While some see it as a potential boost to the city's economy, not everyone is convinced. Jackson City Councilman Ashby Foote has voiced strong reservations about the idea, arguing it might not provide the salvation the city needs. The Casino Proposal: A…