New Rio Las Vegas Owner Says Demolition Rumors False
The new owner of Rio Las Vegas says those rumors regarding plans to demolish the off-Strip casino resort to make way for a MLB ballpark are bogus. Rio Las Vegas…
Google Will Allow Online Casino Ads in Four States This Month
Google, the world’s largest provider of internet search services, will permit advertisements from operators of online casinos in the four states that allow those offerings later this month, the latest…
Alabama Tribe’s Pitch for Exclusive Gaming Rights Gains Key Support
The Poarch Band of Creek Indians in Alabama has presented the state with a grand bargain that would afford the tribe exclusive rights on casino gambling in exchange for $1…
Maryland Casino Dealer to Spend 18 Months in Prison for $1M Scheme
One-time Maryland baccarat dealer Ming Zhang, 32, of Alexandria, Virginia, was sentenced in federal court to 18 months in prison for his role in a million-dollar baccarat cheating scheme, federal…
Ruiz Adds 15 Lbs for Joshua Rematch; Bettors Back Heavyweight Champ
Heavyweight champion Andy Ruiz Jr. will enter his first defense of his four titles more than 45 pounds heavier than his challenger, Anthony Joshua. Heavyweight champion Andy Ruiz Jr. (center,…
Michigan House Passes Bill to Ditch Casino Political Donations Ban
The Michigan House of Representatives on Wednesday passed a bill that would allow commercial casino licensees and their employees to make political donations in the state. Brandt Iden’s bill would…
Danville, Virginia Requests Proposals from Casino Developers
City officials in Danville, Va., have announced they’re looking for proposals from businesses interested in developing and operating a casino in their town. An old textile plant could become the…
Ruiz Still an Underdog to Joshua in First Heavyweight Title Defense
Six months after posting boxing’s most stunning upset in decades, Andy Ruiz Jr. will once again walk into the ring and face Anthony Joshua as an underdog. Six months after…
Billionaire Phil Ruffin Offers Few Details on Circus Circus Future
Billionaire Phil Ruffin appeared before the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) this week to explain his vision for the future of Circus Circus, the Las Vegas Strip casino he’s buying…
Hard Rock, Mohegan Threaten to Sue Greece Over Airport Casino
US casino operators Mohegan Gaming and Hard Rock International are threatening to sue the Greek government over a delay to the awarding of a casino license for Hellenikon Airport. A…