7776 stories by Devin O'Connor
US Justice Department Wants Steve Wynn to Register as Foreign Lobbyist
Steve Wynn is denying that he ever lobbied the United States government on behalf of a foreign nation. But according to a new report, the US Department of Justice is readying a legal challenge to force the disgraced casino billionaire to register...
Foxwoods, Mohegan Sun Hiring Hundreds of Casino Workers, Incentives Galore
For the 8.1 percent of people unemployed in Connecticut, Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun are ready to help. The state's two tribal casinos are both looking to fill hundreds of positions. The hiring spree is a result of more people becoming vaccinated and...
Louisiana Committee Again Passes Slidell Casino Bill, but There’s New Controversy
The Louisiana Senate Judiciary Committee has, for a second time, backed legislation that would allow voters in St. Tammany Parish to decide if they want to legalize commercial gambling. The Senate Judiciary B Committee this week voted 4-3 in favor of House...
Portsmouth City Council Approves Rivers Casino, But Hotel Debate Heated
The Portsmouth City Council this week approved rezoning 57 acres of land located just south of Interstate 264 between McClean Street and Victory Boulevard. The decision clears the way for Rush Street Gaming to move forward with its $300 million casino resort...
Connecticut Legislature Sends iGaming, Sports Betting Bill to Gov. Ned Lamont
Connecticut is a major step closer to legalizing online gaming and sports betting. Late last night, the Connecticut Senate passed House Bill 6451. The House of Representatives earlier approved the legislation 122-21. HB 6451 allows Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont (D) to amend...
Ray J Snags $17K Slot Win at San Manuel Casino in Southern California
Ray J, best known for being the co-star in the 2007 Kim Kardashian sex tape that essentially launched her career, has scored at the casino. The rapper, actor, reality star, and businessman recently hit up the San Manuel Casino in Southern California....
Belarus Casinos Could Suffer as Result of Ryanair Incident, Journalist Arrest
Belarus casinos -- yes, there is legal gambling in the highly controversial country -- could be collateral damage from the country allegedly hijacking a Ryanair commercial airliner over the weekend in order to arrest journalist Roman Protasevich and his girlfriend, Sofia Sapega. ...
Las Vegas Top Memorial Day Destination, AAA Forecasting 60 Percent Travel Increase
AAA says Las Vegas is one of the top road and air travel destinations for this weekend's Memorial Day holiday. But that could mean a higher ticket price for travelers. AAA, the nonprofit American Automobile Association, largely took the year off from...
Imperial Palace Saipan Casino Ordered to Pay $5.4M to Seven Former Workers
Imperial Pacific International, the Hong Kong-based developer, and owner of the Imperial Palace Casino on the US Pacific island of Saipan, has been ordered to pay seven former workers $5.43 million. Chief Judge Ramona Manglona of the US District Court for the...
Atlantic City Casino Q1 Profits Total $95.4M, Borgata Top Performer
Atlantic City is on a rebound. The city's nine casinos collectively posted a gross operating profit of more than $95.4 million in the first three months of the year. The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement says gross operating profits reflect earnings...
