Casino

It was loud. It was messy. And in the end, it was a decisive “no.” On Wednesday night, Bronx Community Board 10 shot down Bally’s bid to rezone part of Ferry Point Park for a sprawling casino complex. The vote: 29 against, just 5 in favour. The message from Throggs Neck and the surrounding community?…

Since opening its doors in February, the Chin’an Gaming Hall has been a bit of a local sensation. Long lines, jam-packed weekends, and even the occasional waitlist — not something you expect to see in a quiet part of Alaska. But for the Native Village of Eklutna, it’s more than just a business. It’s a…

A plan to build South Carolina’s first legal casino has set off a fierce fight, with a powerful developer and a tribal nation trading barbs over broken promises, money, and land. Wallace Cheves, a wealthy businessman and GOP donor, wants to bring a $1 billion casino resort to Santee, a quiet town halfway between Columbia…

The pitch was bold. A luxury resort, restaurants, entertainment venues — and a casino — all near the site of the former Texas Stadium in Irving. But just before city officials could even weigh in, the casino plans were yanked from the table. On Thursday, a top executive from Las Vegas Sands Corp. told Irving…

Seven months after a storm of allegations rocked the Strip, Resorts World Las Vegas has agreed to pay a $10.5 million penalty to settle claims it facilitated illegal betting operations with alleged connections to organized crime. The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) confirmed Thursday that the resort’s handling of sportsbook operations drew intense scrutiny, leading…

Jefferies Equity Research has given a positive outlook on Caesars Entertainment, recommending a Buy rating for the company. The firm’s analyst, David Katz, sees significant potential in Caesars' digital business and believes the recent executive changes could be a catalyst for growth. This week, two executives from Icahn Enterprises were appointed to Caesars' Board of…

Thousands of residents in Irving, Texas, are making their voices heard, opposing a rezoning proposal that could pave the way for a casino in the city. A petition against the project has garnered significant traction ahead of a scheduled town hall meeting, highlighting growing resistance to the idea of introducing gambling to the area. Community Rallies…

Detroit’s casino industry hit a speed bump in February, falling short of the $100 million revenue mark for the first time in 13 months. According to the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB), the city's three casinos combined for $98 million in revenue last month, a decline both month-over-month and year-over-year. A Disappointing February for Detroit’s…