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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Martha Stewart Coming to Las Vegas Strip with Paris Restaurant
The name Martha Stewart might not conjure up thoughts of casinos and the Las Vegas Strip. But that's precisely where the media personality and businesswoman is embarking for her next venture. As Casino.org has been...
