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President Donald Trump Reclassifies Marijuana, Order Has No Impact on Casinos
President Trump has ordered that marijuana be reclassified As a Schedule III drug, federal funds can support cannabis research On Thursday, President Donald Trump signed an executive order instructing Attorney General Pam Bondi and the...
Pennsylvania Lottery Tickets Help Police Track Down Man Wanted for Homicide
Stolen Pennsylvania Lottery tickets helped locate a suspect in a string of robberies The suspect has been charged with attempted homicide, too Pennsylvania Lottery tickets make great gifts this time of the year for those...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
