6095 stories by Devin O'Connor
Richmond Casino Project Back From Dead, as Councilwoman Pitches Second Public Vote
The rejected Richmond casino proposal that more than 51 percent of city residents voted against last November could find its way to the ballot for a second time. Richmond residents in the Virginia capital city said "no" in November to allowing a...
Alabama Casino Advocates Intensify Campaign, Republicans Show Little Interest
A new year means a new legislative undertaking in Alabama to bring commercial casino gambling to the southern state. But the Republican-controlled legislature stands in the way. The Alabama Track Owners Association, which owns four greyhound racetracks, and the Poarch Band of...
LPGA Tour Gets Serious About Sports Betting, Strikes IMG Arena Partnership
The LPGA Tour is hoping to capitalize off expanded sports betting by way of increased fan engagement. Today, the leading women's professional golf tour announced a partnership with IMG Arena, a data distribution firm focused on the emerging US sports betting industry....
Atlantic City Casino PILOT Challenge Must Enter Mediation or Litigation Soon
The controversial Atlantic City casino tax bill passed by the New Jersey Legislature and signed by Gov. Phil Murphy (D) in December is being contested by Atlantic County. A judge this week gave the state a January 13 deadline to enter into...
Georgia Casino Debate to Intensify, Top Lawmaker Says Time to Let People Decide
Georgia is in the minority when it comes to casino gambling. The Peach State is one of only seven that does not have even a single commercial or tribal casino. A top state lawmaker says 2022 could be the year the matter...
Powerball Jackpot Worth $632M Hit in California, Wisconsin
Powerball has kicked off 2022 in grand fashion. Two lucky players claimed last night's jackpot, worth $632.6 million. The Multi-State Lottery Association (MUSL), which operates Powerball, said two tickets sold in California and Wisconsin each matched all six numbers during last night's...
MGM Resorts Shuffles Regional Leadership, Melonie Johnson Back to National Harbor
MGM Resorts is overhauling its leadership of four of the company's casino properties outside of Las Vegas. The casino operator this week announced that Melonie Johnson will return to MGM National Harbor outside DC in Maryland after a roughly year and a...
Treasure Chest Casino Near New Orleans Undergoing $95M Upgrade, Expansion
The Treasure Chest casino riverboat just north of New Orleans in Kenner, La., is undergoing a major renovation and expansion. Boyd Gaming, owner and operator of five Louisiana riverboats, including Treasure Chest, announced yesterday a $95 million investment into the Lake Pontchartrain...
Massachusetts Lt. Governor Candidate Says Legalizing Sports Betting a Priority
Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker (R) announced last month that he will not seek a third term. As a result, a slew of candidates are emerging, and one state lawmaker who plans to be on the Democratic ticket says sports betting should be...
Nebraska Casino Bill Seeks to Provide Each Venue 50-Mile Monopoly, Critics Respond
Nebraska casinos are in development after voters signed off on a ballot referendum in 2020. The state's Racing and Gaming Commission approved governing rules for commercial gambling last month, but a forthcoming bill seeks to determine where casinos can be located. The...
