Mock Molotov-Cocktail Casino Bandit Pleads Guilty, Faces 40 Years
A Belgrade, Montana man who tried to rob a local casino while brandishing what turned out to be a fake explosive device pleaded guilty to felony robbery and arson Tuesday,…
Arizona Lawmakers Revive Sports Betting Bill, Odds Still Long
Arizona lawmakers are giving the issue of sports wagering a try for the second consecutive year. But doubts linger that the 2020 effort will be anymore successful than last year’s…
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey Slows Casino and Lottery Debate, Orders Review
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey (R) says the state shouldn’t rush into authorizing casinos and a lottery. She added that until the facts and financial benefits are known, gaming bills shouldn’t…
Adelson may Trim GOP Donations as Virus Scare Hurts LVS Profits
Las Vegas Sands (NYSE:LVS) Chairman and CEO Sheldon Adelson is usually one of the largest donors to Republican candidates, and with 2020 being a presidential election, the GOP is likely…
LVS, MGM, Wynn Credit Ratings Vulnerable due to Macau Coronavirus
Las Vegas Sands (NYSE:LVS), MGM Resorts International (NYSE:MGM), and Wynn Resorts (NASDAQ: WYNN) – three of the largest operators in Macau – could contend with credit headwinds in the wake…