Wynn Las Vegas Avoids Layoffs, MGM Workers Await Discharges
Wynn Las Vegas is feeling the pressure of lower revenue due to the coronavirus outbreak. But unlike at its rival, MGM Resorts International, Wynn workers’ jobs appear to be safe….
Louisiana Duo Allegedly Rob Taxi Passenger Who Won $15K Gambling
Two suspects were being held in a local Louisiana jail this weekend after getting arrested last week in Lake Charles for their role in allegedly robbing and assaulting an unnamed…
Encore Boston Harbor, Four Other New England Casinos Close
Three Massachusetts casinos will be shuttered for two or more weeks, and two Rhode Island gaming properties will close for at least a week in response to the COVID-19 outbreak….
Nadal Favored in Rebel Stakes as Road to Kentucky Derby Hits Oaklawn
A week after Bob Baffert scored a big victory with Authentic in the San Felipe Stakes, the legendary trainer rolls out another one of his big Kentucky Derby contenders Saturday…
Cosmopolitan Temporarily Closing Restaurants due to Coronavirus
The Cosmopolitan Las Vegas is joining rival Strip operators in temporarily closing some restaurants in an effort to stem the spread of the novel coronavirus. Cosmopolitan Las Vegas is joining…
MGP Growth Properties Raises Dividend Amid Coronavirus Slump
Count MGM Growth Properties (NYSE:MGP) among the companies not allowing the coronavirus pandemic to stand in the way of dividend growth. MGM Grand owner MGM Growth Properties isn’t letting the…
Indiana Orders State-Licensed Casinos, Tracks to Close by Monday
Indiana became the latest state to close its casinos when the state’s regulatory body announced on Saturday that all gaming venues would close temporarily to help contain the spread of…
NBA Star Latest Casino Visitor to Reportedly Test Positive for Coronavirus
From the Encore Boston Harbor to The Mirage in Las Vegas, some recent visitors at US gaming properties are subsequently getting positive tests for COVID-19. It has been reported by…
Masters Postponed Following Players Championship Cancelation
Chalk up another major sporting event falling victim to the COVID-19 pandemic: The Masters has officially been postponed. Augusta National Chairman Fred Ridley said it’s his hope that golf’s first…
PointsBet Slid in Australia Trading as Sports Cancellations Take Toll
PointsBet Holding Ltd. (ASX:PBH), the Australian bookmaker with significant US exposure, saw its stock briefly slide below its initial public offering (IPO) price during Sydney trading Friday. That’s as investors…