2587 stories by Ed Silverstein
Las Vegas Casinos Implement Basic Coronavirus Precautions as Anxiety Builds
Las Vegas gaming properties are monitoring the global outbreak of the COVID-19 virus, and some are taking a few common-sense safeguards. But worries are building about the impact the malady may eventually have on the Nevada region, though US risk for getting...
South Korea’s Kangwon Land Casino to Remain Shuttered Until Saturday Given Coronavirus Risk
South Korea’s Kangwon Land will stay temporarily closed until Saturday morning because of health threats associated with the COVID-19 virus. The gaming property initially closed at noon on Sunday and was to reopen 6 a.m. today. Now, Kangwon Land is scheduled to...
Casino Operator Sought for Vietnam’s KN Paradise Cam Ranh Resort
Vietnam’s KN Paradise Cam Ranh resort is moving ahead with its plan to open a large casino following government approval. It has begun looking for an international gaming operator, too. Vietnam’s regulators approved the Cam Ranh casino having some 2,000 slots and...
Illinois Venue Harrah’s Metropolis Casino Scheduled to Reopen Following Flood Worries
Illinois venue Harrah’s Metropolis Casino and Hotel will reopen Tuesday morning after rising waters from the Ohio River forced the Metropolis gaming property to close on Sunday. The riverfront southern Illinois gaming complex is scheduled to resume operations at 8 a.m., according...
Arkansas Ethics Complaint Leads to Investigation of Pro-Casino Group
The Arkansas’ Ethics Commission is looking into allegations that a group which supports a gaming property in Pope County is acting as an unregistered political action committee or ballot question committee, news reports said. The complaint further claims the local organization, called...
NFL Inches Toward Stadium Sports Betting as Sportsbook Sponsors Permitted
The NFL is moving closer to allowing wagering in pro football stadiums with news this week that it will permit sponsorships from sportsbook operators, as well as authorize betting lounges. But for now, gambling on athletic events in on-site lounges is banned...
Encore Boston Harbor Slots Stopped Working Briefly Friday Due to Technical Glitch
Slots at the Encore Boston Harbor temporarily malfunctioned late Friday because of a suspected computer failure at the new casino, leaving some frustrated players, news reports said. Officials at the Wynn Resorts gaming property confirmed the technical glitch to Boston TV stations....
Las Vegas Casino Workers to Participate in Democratic Caucuses at Workplaces
Six Las Vegas gaming properties will be among the sites for Nevada Democratic caucuses Saturday for choosing a presidential candidate. Members of the Culinary Workers Union and nearby residents are expected to take part during their lunch breaks. The casinos that will...
Maine Officials Ponder Sovereignty Proposals to Expand Tribal Gaming
Representatives of Maine's commercial casinos continue to oppose a controversial effort to let tribes move from offering bingo and beano to more high-stakes gambling. Tribal leaders this week defended the expansion, saying tribal members are losing much-needed revenue and should have more...
Texas Deputy Fired Over Possible Gambling-Related Violations, News Report Claims
A Texas sheriff has fired one of his veteran deputies, with one report claiming it was because of an association with illegal gaming. KRGV TV said Hidalgo County Sheriff J.E. “Eddie” Guerra confirmed Deputy Rodolfo Roel Salinas was dismissed, but declined to...
