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Reporter: Ed Silverstein

Ed Silverstein was a senior reporter covering gambling law and crime news for Casino.org. Ed was an award-winning journalist with credits ranging from the Associated Press to American Lawyer Media.

Ed joined the Casino.org news team in 2019 after decades of experience in legal reporting. He passed away in February 2025, leaving behind a legacy of impactful journalism and a deep respect within the industry.

His past reporting and editing assignments include Cowles Business Media, Columbia University Press, the Connecticut Post, and Southern Connecticut Newspapers, Inc.

Besides the law and its application to the gaming industry, Ed’s areas of expertise spanned business, politics, education, and state and local government.

Ed held an undergraduate degree from the University of Connecticut and master’s degrees from Harvard and Yale. His professional awards include recognition from the New England Press Association and New England AP News Executives.

Ed resided in Connecticut, where he enjoyed photography and bowling in his spare time.

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2587 stories by Ed Silverstein

Texas Casino Legislation Faces Uphill Battle in Upcoming Session

Texas legislators are unlikely to approve locating commercial casinos in the state, officials said. But there’s a remote chance legislation could generate enough enthusiasm to pass in 2025, experts add. In a recent interview with Dallas TV station WFAA, Texas Lt. Gov....

Ed Silverstein November 14, 2024

New Crypto Online Sportsbook, Casino Launched as Bitcoin Prices Set Records

A new crypto sportsbook and casino, BetHog, has launched publicly in limited regions, the company announced this week. The launch comes as Bitcoin hit record highs of over $90K this week (trading at $91,205.99 as of Thursday morning) following the election of...

Ed Silverstein November 14, 2024

New Hampshire Authorities Accused of Blocking Concord Casino Sale

The planned sale of Concord Casino has hit new roadblocks with the current owner’s attorneys putting the blame on New Hampshire state officials. Casino owner Andy Sanborn was ordered to find a buyer for the charitable gaming property after his casino license...

Ed Silverstein November 12, 2024

Casino Crime News Roundup: Rivers Casino Pittsburgh Dealer Allegedly Cheated

A dealer at Rivers Casino Pittsburgh was arrested on Friday for a variety of alleged repeated violations while playing blackjack. Jamie L. Smith, 33, of Pittsburgh, Pa. is accused of improperly dealing cards some 192 times. Smith allegedly overpaid casino visitors for...

Ed Silverstein November 11, 2024

Details Emerge on Holland Casino’s Response to Anti-Semitic Violence in Amsterdam

Amsterdam’s Holland Casino was a refuge for hundreds of Israeli soccer fans during last week’s bloody attacks, some of which took place near the gaming property, according to recent news reports. Last Wednesday night, many hours before a soccer match between Maccabi...

Ed Silverstein November 11, 2024

MGM Springfield Casino Evacuated Following Weekend Blaze

Massachusetts’ MGM Springfield casino was evacuated after a fire broke out Saturday that was linked to a restaurant at the gaming property. The blaze was largely limited to duct work linked to the eatery. It caused smoke to billow up to the...

Ed Silverstein November 10, 2024

Jacky Rosen Finally Called Winner of Nevada US Senate Race

US Sen. Jacky Rosen, D, was called the winner on Friday night in the close race in Nevada against Sam Brown. News of her victory was projected by the Associated Press at 9:15 p.m. PT. Other news organizations had declared her the...

Ed Silverstein November 9, 2024

Casino Crime News Roundup: Arkansas Casino Lot Shooting

Shots were fired early Friday in the parking lot of Arkansas’ Southland Casino Hotel. It's unclear if anyone was injured or why the shots were discharged. Nor is it known if a suspect has been identified following the incident at the West...

Ed Silverstein November 8, 2024

UPDATE: Amsterdam Casino is Among Sites of Anti-Semitic Attacks, Casino Guard Allegedly Planned Violence

UPDATE: Numerous Israelis took shelter in Amsterdam's Holland Casino while anti-Semitic violence broke out jn the city. The Holland Casino said one of its security guards participated in Telegram groups in the apparent planning of the attacks, De Telegraaf, a Dutch newspaper,...

Ed Silverstein November 8, 2024

Las Vegas Crime News: Man Arrested After Elderly Corpse Found in Locked Freezer

A 37-year-old Las Vegas man was apprehended by police on Thursday after his ex-roommate’s dead body was found in a freezer at the residence. Daniel Roush is facing an open murder charge following the discovery of the woman’s corpse in the locked...

Ed Silverstein November 7, 2024