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DiamondJacks Casino in Bossier City, Louisiana Presents $200M Redevelopment Plan
The shuttered DiamondJacks Casino in Bossier City, La., a COVID-19 casualty, is readying its comeback. Mississippi riverboat operator Foundation Gaming acquired the shuttered Bossier City casino in May from Peninsula Pacific Entertainment (P2E) for an...
Georgia Election Could Determine Sports Betting, Casino Odds in Peach State
The 2022 midterms will determine the power of Congress. But in Georgia, the November 8 outcomes will also establish who serves the state in its top government positions. Georgians next month will elect a governor,...
LIV Golf Bill in New Jersey Moves Forward, Lawmakers Seek Prohibition on Saudi Circuit
LIV Golf might soon be banned from hosting its multimillion-dollar professional golf tournaments in New Jersey. The New Jersey Senate's State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee is the mover behind the bill. On...
Vermont Sports Betting Committee Continues Regulatory Discussion at Snail’s Pace
Vermont offers a quieter, slower pace of life for residents and so-called "flatlanders." The term refers to people who have migrated north to the Green Mountain State from Boston, New York, and other parts of...
Coney Island Casino Pitch Rumored, as New York Readies Downstate Bidding
Coney Island is perhaps best known for being home to the Cyclone wooden roller coaster, Wonder Wheel Ferris wheel, Luna Park amusements, and of course, Nathan's Famous Hot Dogs. But rumblings around the seaside town...
Casino Revenue Reports Show US Gaming Could Be Cooling Amid Economic Uncertainty
Casino revenue reports issued from commercial gaming states in recent days suggest play is cooling across the nation. After more than a year of robust action, with numerous states reporting unprecedented casino revenue, the latest...
Casino Dealer School Opens Near Atlantic City as Industry Seeks Skilled Workers
A casino dealer school where future table game croupiers can hone their craft has opened just outside of Atlantic City in Pleasantville, NJ. In response to most of its classes moving online, the T. Byrd...
Mandalay Bay Convention Center Undergoing $100M Renovation
Big changes are in store for the Mandalay Bay Convention Center. One of the largest convention facilities in the United States -- Mandalay Bay, operated by MGM Resorts -- is set for a $100 million...
2024 Odds Present Attractive Long Shots, Says Political Betting Insider
The 2024 odds currently suggest a three-horse presidential race between sitting President Joe Biden, former President Donald Trump, and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R). But Matthew Shaddick, head of political markets for Smarkets, says some...
Maryland Sports Betting Commission Publishes Scolding Public Comments
The Maryland sports betting agency tasked with determining the licensing process and governing regulations for expanded gaming has taken another step. It has unveiled the public remarks it fielded during its comment period that concluded on...
