Japan’s Tsukasa Akimoto Maintains Innocence, Diet Testimony Demanded
Indicted Japanese politician Tsukasa Akimoto, who remains at the center of a casino bribery scandal, denied the allegations to the media and wants to resume his role in the Diet…
MGM Resorts International to Give Outgoing CEO Murren $30M Package
Jim Murren, who earlier this week announced his intention to step down as the chairman and CEO of MGM Resorts International before his contract expires at the end of next…
Democratic Candidates Likely to Picket at Palms Before Nevada Caucus
Democratic presidential candidates are expected to take part in a picket line at the Palms casino on Wednesday — in a show of support as Las Vegas Culinary Workers Union…
NCAA Basketball Title Odds Show No Clear Favorite This Season
One month from Saturday is Selection Sunday, the day we’ll know who makes the field for the NCAA men’s college basketball tournament. And the one thing we know already is…
Ex-Convict Reportedly Indicted for Murder of Taxi Driver at Casino Arizona
An Arizona grand jury has indicted Gabriel Milford Kavoka on first-degree premeditated murder and carjacking charges in connection with the killing of a taxi driver outside of Casino Arizona last…
Atlantic City Casinos Fight for New Government, Three Elections Possible
Atlantic City casinos posted its 20th consecutive month of increased gross gaming revenue in January. But many in the gaming industry believe the town would be better off with a…
West Virginia Wants More Sports Betting Cash, Looks at Elections, Esports
A trio of West Virginia politicians are pitching sweeping sports betting expansion, including the addition of wagering on esports and political contests. West Virginia politicians are looking to expand sports…
DraftKings Signs Partnership Deals with Celtics, Pacers, and Sixers
DraftKings announced earlier this week that it has signed multi-year gaming partnerships with three NBA teams, a move that further strengthens the sports technology and entertainment company ties to the…
Split in Risen Star Stakes Could Give Two Horses Entry into Ky Derby
Two horses will likely earn their way into the field for the Kentucky Derby on Saturday as the Fair Grounds Race Course will run two divisions of the Grade II…
Minnesota Charitable Gaming Revenue Fund Nearing $250M
Expanded charitable gaming in Minnesota has resulted in tax revenue that could top $250 million in the coming years. But the money might not be utilized as it’s intended. Charitable…