Casino

Former New Jersey State Assemblywoman Loretta Weinberg, a key figure behind the state's Smoke-Free Air Act, is urging lawmakers to eliminate a long-standing exception allowing smoking in casinos. Her call to action comes nearly two decades after the Act was first signed into law, with the casino loophole still intact. A Loophole Left Unchecked In 2006,…

The Sault Tribe Board of Directors has approved a sweeping pay increase for employees across its Tribal Government, Economic Development Corporation (EDC), and Kewadin Casinos. The move is set to enhance wages, reflecting the tribe’s commitment to valuing its workforce and maintaining competitiveness in the job market. Pay Increases Signal Workforce Commitment In a unanimous decision,…

Arizona’s tribal gaming sector has achieved yet another milestone, contributing an impressive $42.5 million to the state’s Arizona Benefits Fund for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025. The announcement by the Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) underscores the strong partnership between the state and its tribal communities, a collaboration that continues to yield significant…

The future is looking brighter for land-based gaming operators after a tough year, with industry leaders eyeing growth in 2025 alongside a renewed focus on mergers and acquisitions (M&A). These insights emerged from the Wicked Good 12th Annual GLLR Summit in Boston, where prominent gaming companies and analysts gathered to assess the sector's trajectory. A Resilient…

After decades in the gaming industry, Scott Sibella’s career comes to a close, but not without controversy. The Nevada Gaming Commission has officially revoked his license, as a scandal involving illegal wagering continues to unfold. Scott Sibella, once a prominent figure in the Las Vegas gaming scene, saw his career abruptly ended when the Nevada Gaming…

In November, Massachusetts’s three casinos collectively earned nearly $101 million in gambling revenue, with MGM Springfield showing a notable increase in performance. The latest figures, released by the Massachusetts Gaming Commission, highlight strong results in both traditional casino gaming and sports betting across the state. MGM Springfield Sees Significant Growth in November Revenue MGM Springfield reported…

Primm, a once-vibrant Nevada town famous for its casinos and proximity to California, has seen better days. In the past, it buzzed with tourists, eager to stop by its casinos before heading into Las Vegas or over the state line. Today, however, the town feels more like a ghost of its former self. Casino operators…

Nevada’s gaming scene has just taken a major leap forward with a groundbreaking change that allows casino patrons to use their wagering accounts for more than just gambling. This development, sanctioned by the state’s Gaming Commission, opens up a whole new range of possibilities for how visitors interact with the casinos, shifting from solely betting…

The long-awaited Norfolk casino project is finally moving forward. After an October groundbreaking ceremony, progress has been slow, but construction is now set to begin next month. Tuesday marked a significant milestone as a new casino officially opened in Danville, signaling the momentum for other Virginia gaming projects. As that project takes off, Norfolk’s plans to…

Foxwoods Resort Casino has recorded impressive slot revenue for November 2024, with the facility bringing in $30.7 million in earnings. This robust performance translates into a direct payment of $7.6 million to the State of Connecticut, continuing a long-standing agreement between the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation and the state. Foxwoods’ slot revenue contributions have been a…