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Virginia Lobbying Firm Assisting Roanoke in Casino Pursuit
Roanoke has partnered with a Virginia lobbying firm The consulting deal is to promote Roanoke for a casino Ronaoke's state representatives are largely against a casino A Virginia lobbying firm is being paid $6,000 a month to spearhead an effort to bring...
Atlantic City Government Would Regain Certain Powers Under Republican Bill
New Jersey lawmakers will consider the state's takeover of Atlantic City in 2026 Most of the casino city's governance has been under the state's supervision since 2012 The Atlantic City government and embattled Mayor Marty Small Sr. (D) have limited power, as...
Did Anyone Win the Powerball $1.25 Billion Jackpot on Wednesday Night?
The Powerball jackpot bypassed players again on Wednesday night The Powerball jackpot has gone 44 drawings without a hit No. That's the short answer. No ticket matched Powerball's Wednesday night drawing that came with a $1.25 billion annuitized jackpot and one-time cash...
Fairfax County, Which Opposes Casino, Moves Forward With Meals Tax Surcharge
Dining out in most areas of Fairfax County will become more expensive in 2026 The county is implementing a 4% tax surcharge on meals The county is opposed to a casino to help generate new tax revenue Last week, Fairfax County in...
Pennsylvania: Prediction Markets Fueling Problem Gambling Among Young People
Pennsylvania is experiencing a surge in problem gambling among younger people A top responsible gaming advocate in the commonwealth blames prediction markets The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) and the Council on Compulsive Gambling of Pennsylvania both testified before the state's House...
Atlantic City Casino Revenue Continues Rally, November Win Totals $236.8 Million
Atlantic City casino revenue was up again in November Atlantic City in-person gaming revenue is pacing for its highest tally in over a decade The Atlantic City casino industry is on pace for its best year in more than a decade. The...
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver Says Las Vegas Expansion Will Soon Be Considered
The NBA and its 30 owners will consider expansion in 2026 Las Vegas has long been considered among the favorites for an NBA expansion team NBA Commissioner Adam Silver says a possible expansion of the league will be considered in 2026. Speaking...
IRS Releases Draft for $2,000 Slot Tax Threshold to Take Effect Jan. 1, 2026
The slot tax reporting threshold increases to $2,000 in 2026 The current threshold of $1,200 has stood since 1977 After months of uncertainty, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has settled the debate on whether a tax provision of the One Big Beautiful...
Roanoke Residents Push Back on City Government’s Casino Consideration
Residents in Roanoke are speaking out against a possible casino A majority of the city council wants to move forward with casino talks The Roanoke City Council thinks a casino in town would generate new jobs and tax revenue that could assist...
Alleged Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino Shooter Charged With Two Counts of Capital Murder
The suspect in the September shooting at the Lucky Eagle Casino has been charged with two counts of capital murder Two people died in the shooting, including a retired border and customs agent and a mother of five The 34-year-old man accused...