2587 stories by Ed Silverstein
Texas Casino Gambling Legalization Continues to Divide Politicians
A recent debate among Republican candidates vying for Texas’ 122nd House seat shows legalization of commercial gambling remains a controversial issue. The politicians offered conflicting stands during the San Antonio forum. Four candidates -- Adam Blanchard, Elisa Chan, Mark Cuthbert, and Mark...
Fremont Casino Slot Payout Provides Over $1.1M to Hawaiian Visitor to Las Vegas
A player from Hawaii won over $1.1 million last week at the Downtown Las Vegas Fremont Hotel and Casino. The big payout came from an IGT Wheel of Fortune slot. The guest was playing a Super Times Pay 2x 3x 4x 5x...
Horseshoe Indianapolis Casino Corpse Discovery Leads to Indiana Inquiry
The investigation into a dead body found at Horseshoe Indianapolis Racing and Casino’s parking garage continues two days after it was located. An autopsy on the unidentified man in Indiana commenced on Monday. But it is unclear if it was concluded by...
Grandstand Casino Armed Altercation in Montana Leads to Injured Deputy
A Billings, Mont. police officer is now on administrative leave following a Grandstand Casino likely shooting earlier this month. A deputy was injured, and another man required hospital treatment from the incident, KTVQ, a local TV station, reported. The apparent shooting took...
Harrah’s Hoosier Park Casino Scene of Assaults After Suspect Downs Drinks
A woman was arrested last week for allegedly scratching an Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) officer during a drunken episode. The incident took place last February at Harrah's Hoosier Park Racing & Casino in Anderson, Ind. Juania Ardizzone, 45, of Yorktown was charged...
Fortune Bay Casino Incident Leads to Guilty Plea for Sex Contact with Kids in Minnesota
A Canadian man has pleaded guilty to having sexual contact with two minors. The incidents took place at Minnesota’s Fortune Bay Resort and Casino in 2018. Earlier this week, Brady John Hillis, 32, admitted to two counts of abusive sexual contact with...
California’s Table Mountain Casino Explosion Sees Worker Undergo Surgeries
A 19-year-old continues to recuperate after suffering second- and third-degree burns over half of his body while working at California’s Table Mountain Casino. It is unclear what led to the construction explosion which caused the injuries. Eric Magallon, Jr. was airlifted Monday...
Muckleshoot Casino Alleged Voyeurism in Restroom Leads to Washington State Arrest
A registered sex offender has pleaded not guilty after he allegedly recorded an employee at the Muckleshoot Casino while in a toilet. The defendant was in the neighboring restroom stall during the Dec. 21 incident at the Auburn, Washington State property. John...
Encore Boston Harbor Halts Development Plan, Project To Be Reevaluated
Wynn Resorts is reevaluating a planned Everett commercial development across from its Encore Boston Harbor venue. But at least one gaming sector analyst believes it will eventually be built at the Massachusetts casino. Under a prior plan, the casino company was to...
Las Vegas Strip Murder Defendants Remain in Jail, Casino Robbery Charges Mount
Two men accused of New Year’s Eve homicides and attempted robberies at Las Vegas Strip properties are still behind bars. The duo appeared in court on Monday, but a judge refused to set bail after reviewing key evidence. Jesani Carter, 20, and...
