A New Hampshire business owner, Dorrie Masten, is considering legal action against the city of Keene after a recently adopted ordinance thwarted her plans to open a casino in the downtown area. The ordinance, passed in December, has sparked questions about its timing and potential implications for local businesses.
The Casino Ordinance: A Timeline of Events…
Republican legislators in New Hampshire are calling on the state Supreme Court to intervene in Senator Andy Sanborn’s fight to regain his casino license. They argue that allowing Sanborn to proceed with the sale of the Concord Casino could benefit taxpayers, state revenues, and local charities. The case, a high-stakes battle in New Hampshire’s gaming…
The Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Livingston, Texas, has taken another significant step towards economic development and community growth with the opening of its Ischoopa Travel Center. The new facility combines modern convenience with the excitement of Class II gaming devices, offering a unique destination for locals and travelers alike.
A New Chapter for the Ischoopa Travel Center…
Opposition to a proposed casino in Tysons, Virginia, has spurred a spending spree by MGM Resorts International and other stakeholders, totaling over $755,000 in lobbying and political donations since early 2023. The hefty sum underscores the high stakes of casino politics in the Washington, D.C., suburbs.
MGM Resorts at the Forefront of Opposition
MGM Resorts International,…
Virginia lawmakers are gearing up for a lively debate as they return for the 2025 legislative session, with the potential construction of a casino in Fairfax County on the agenda once again. The proposed location? Tysons, a bustling urban centre in the state’s D.C. suburbs.
This isn’t the first time the idea has surfaced. However, past…
Illinois casinos closed out 2024 on a high note, with December revenues surging to $157 million, thanks to strong holiday traffic and the first full month of operations at two of the state’s newest gambling venues. The robust performance highlights how new investments in gaming infrastructure are reshaping the state’s entertainment landscape.
New Casinos Lead the…
The latest 888poker $100,000 Mystery Bounty Main Event has wrapped up, and while Uzbekistan's "PokerKron" claimed the title for the second time, the real story lies with Brazil's "mr.salgado." Despite finishing as the runner-up, "mr.salgado" walked away with a prize nearly double the champion's winnings, thanks to a historic bounty haul.
Mystery Bounties Spark Record Interest…
The highly anticipated World Series of Poker International Circuit (WSOPC) returns to Morocco's Casino de Marrakech from January 10-19, promising 12 ring-awarding events over ten thrilling days. Among them, the €1,350 buy-in Main Event is set to draw a massive crowd of poker enthusiasts. Here's what you need to know about the series and what’s…
The first Irish Poker Tour event of 2025 concluded with a bang as the Galway Poker Festival crowned its champions, delivering record-breaking results. Held at The Galmont Hotel from January 1-6, the festival smashed every guarantee, attracting over 3,000 entrants across its tournaments, including the €700 Main Event, which alone pulled in 694 players.
The headline…
Timothée Chalamet, known for his transformative acting and captivating roles, added another surprising talent to his repertoire at this year's Golden Globes. The 29-year-old actor, who was nominated for his role as Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown, revealed during the event that he’s “pretty good at poker.” While he lost the award to Adrien…