1979 stories by Steve Bittenbender
Indiana Racing Commission Approves ‘Guppy’ Eldorado Buying ‘Whale’ Caesars
The Indiana Racing Commission (IRC) on Monday voted unanimously to allow Eldorado Resorts Inc. (ERI) to become the new owners of the state’s two racetracks, Indiana Grand and Harrah’s Hoosier Park. However, the gaming company must abide by a series of recommendations...
Indiana Gaming Commission Approves Eldorado Acquisition of Ceasars, Requests Three Casinos Sold
On Friday, The Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) unanimously approved Eldorado Resorts Inc.’s acquisition of Caesars Entertainment Corp.’s Indiana properties. But commissioners put in two requirements for what will become the new Caesars company. First, the company must have agreements to sell three...
Proposed Budget Cut to Problem Gaming Services in Nevada Draws Ire from Advocates
Nevada lawmakers gathered in Carson City Wednesday to begin a state legislature special session. As government officials look to address a $1.2 billion budget shortfall, they heard from proponents of problem gaming services who are critical of a proposed cut in the...
Seven Suspended by IIHF for Role for Fixing Hockey Game in Belarus
Seven players from the top-flight professional ice hockey league in Belarus have been suspended indefinitely because of their role in fixing a game last November. The International Ice Hockey Federation announced its ruling on Friday. The players taken off the ice are...
Four Winds Picks Kambi to Operate Sportsbook and Mobile App for its Michigan Tribal Casinos
Kambi Group PLC last week announced it had secured a deal to enter the Michigan sports betting market, thanks to an agreement with a tribal nation based in the state. The Malta-based sports betting technology company landed a deal to provide services...
NHL Reportedly Shuns Las Vegas as Toronto, Edmonton Tabbed as Hub Cities
While there are still some issues left to be resolved between the NHL and its players' union, it appears all signs are still pointing toward resuming play later this month. Unfortunately, those same reports have Las Vegas on the outside looking in....
Promoters Considering Allegiant Stadium for Fury-Wilder III in December
Reports are circulating that Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder will meet again in Las Vegas this year, only the venue will be a little bigger this time. ESPN reported on Wednesday that promoters for the third match between the two heavyweight boxers...
California Gov. Newsom, Citing COVID Spike, Essentially Closes Cardrooms in 19 Counties
On Wednesday, California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) issued an order that required certain business sectors, including cardrooms, to cease indoor operations in 19 counties effective immediately. That comes as the state seeks to control the spread of the coronavirus, and Newsom said...
Recall Effort Against Las Vegas Mayor Goodman Stopped as Coronavirus Complicates Petition Drive
The leader of the effort to oust Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman (D) announced the suspension of the campaign Wednesday, citing complications brought on by the coronavirus to the petition drive. Initially, retired poker pro Doug Polk had until next month to...
DraftKings Seeks Earlier Entry in Illinois Through Sports Betting Partnership with Casino Queen
DraftKings has found its sports betting partner in Illinois. The Boston-based sports entertainment and gaming company announced it reached a multi-year agreement to operate a retail sportsbook and a mobile app for the Casino Queen in a filing submitted to the US...
