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Pro-Trump PAC Latest Target of Culinary Workers Union Representing Employees at Palms Casino
To get owners of the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas to the negotiation table, the Culinary Workers Union (CWU) is threatening to picket the office of a political action committee (PAC) -- one that's supportive of President Donald Trump and that's...
Split Rebel Stakes Leads to Record Day at Arkansas’ Oaklawn
Oaklawn Racing and Gaming's Rebel Stakes proved to be a record-setting day on Saturday. The Arkansas track drew national attention for splitting its Rebel Stakes into two divisions, which allowed horses from California to fly in and take part in a Kentucky Derby prep...
Taunton, Massachusetts Casino Proposal in Jeopardy as Three Mashpee Wampanoag Council Members Under Fire
The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe -- frustrated over continuing struggles to open a casino in Taunton, Massachusetts, just West of Cape Cod -- is beset with infighting as three members of its tribal council face possible removal from office. The Cape Cod Times...
AGA March Madness Survey Shows Americans Love Watching and Betting on NCAA Tournament, But Not Always Legally
A new survey by the American Gaming Association (AGA) shows just how mad Americans are about college basketball this time of year. The findings, released on Monday, show 47 million adults -- or nearly one in five -- will make some type...
Race to Kentucky Derby Recap: Rebel Stakes Offers Fantastic Finishes at Weekend Oaklawn in Arkansas
Saturday was a big day on the road to the Kentucky Derby, as both divisions of the Rebel Stakes ended in dramatic fashion. In each race at Oaklawn Racing and Gaming, a less-than-even-money favorite was edged out at the wire. Surprise Endings...
Las Vegas Casino Dealers Join Forces With UAW After Dropping from Transportation Union
Dealers at four Las Vegas casinos have approved a new affiliation with the United Auto Workers (UAW) after parting ways from the Transportation Workers Union (TWU). On Sunday, table dealers at Bally’s, Harrah’s, Paris and The Wynn in Las Vegas approved joining the UAW...
Pennsylvania Proposal Would Aim State’s Expanded Gaming Intake Towards Property Tax Relief
A new proposal in Pennsylvania’s legislature would require any additional gaming revenue heading to the state be used only for property tax relief. Sponsored by State Sen. Kristin Phillips-Hill (R-York), Senate Bill 269 would give homeowners a break by making up some...
Champions League Favorites Avoid Facing Each Other in Quarterfinal Draw
The four biggest teams remaining in the Champions League can be fairly happy about their quarterfinal draws, as they have managed to avoid playing each other – at least for one more round. Italian champions Juventus, English Premier League champions Manchester City,...
Wire Act Reinterpretation Could Be At Risk As State Lottery Officials Pressure DOJ
Legal experts say that Department of Justice (DOJ) officials could soon buckle to mounting pressure to limit or even withdraw a controversial reinterpretation of the Wire Act, which now extends its authority from only sports betting to also encompass state lotteries. Lottery...
Mickey Mantle Trump Casino Player Cards Up for Grabs in Unique Memorabilia Auction
Two rare Mickey Mantle cards are currently up for auction, but you won’t find any of the legendary New York Yankees superstar’s stats on the back. Robert Edwards Auctions is currently taking bids on two of Mantle’s player cards from Trump casinos...