New Jersey Pushes State as Esports Center
If esports is the next big thing in gaming, the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) wants the state to be a destination for companies involved in the games. “As the Covid-19 pandemic persists, finding new ways to bring people together virtually and supporting industries that can thrive without in-person interaction is crucial,” NJEDA CEO […]
In Virginia, Rush Street Gaming Seeks Minority Owners
Portsmouth, Virginia’s partner in Rivers Casino Portsmouth, Rush Street Gaming, announced it will start a minority ownership initiative for the proposed casino. Local voters will decide if the project will move forward in a referendum on November 3. In a statement, Rivers Casino Portsmouth said it will “solicit minority participation for 5 percent of the […]
N.J. Governor Bans Casino Smoking
The governor giveth; the governor taketh away. On September 4, the day smoking was to be permitted inside Atlantic City casinos, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy ordered a ban on tobacco use. “I am announcing we will take administrative action to prohibit smoking in indoor casinos. We have looked closely at the science and agree […]
Nevada Supreme Court Rejects Wynn Defamation Suit
The hair stylist whose public accusations of sexual misconduct helped bring down Steve Wynn has won a ruling in Nevada Supreme Court against a defamation suit brought by the former casino tycoon. The high court reversed a lower court decision in finding that Jorgen Nielsen, who once worked at the salon at Wynn Las Vegas […]
Caesars, VICI to sell Louisiana Racino for $22 Million
Caesars Entertainment and real estate investment trust VICI Properties recently announced the sale of Harrah’s Louisiana Downs Casino and Racetrack in Bossier City, Louisiana to Rubico Acquisition Corporation for $22 million. When the deal closes, probably by early 2021, Caesars will receive $16.5 million and VICI will receive $5.5 million. The rental agreement between Caesars […]
California Card Rooms Pitch Outdoor Tents
The iconic San Bruno card room Artichoke Joe’s has seen a lot of history in its 104 years, including its fair share of disasters. Now, with the smoke of nearby Northern California wildfires turning the sky red and the continuing coronavirus threat, the card room is opening outdoors—the only operations Sacramento officials will allow right […]
In New York State, Two Giants Back in Business
New York’s largest privately owned gaming venues, Resorts World Catskills and Resorts World New York City, are back in business, heralding the end of the longest gaming industry lockdown in the United States. September 9 was the first day non-tribal gaming operations were permitted to reopen in New York after a state-imposed shutdown dating back to […]
New Online Slots: Game King Video Poker & Blazing X!
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Survivor: NBA Edition
With three second-round NBA series decided and one heading to Game 7, who’s still a player in this year’s conference final matchups? Eastern Conference Finals #3 Boston Celtics vs. #4 Miami Heat If you told Boston Celtics Coach Brad Stevens two months ago that he’d have the home team in the Eastern Conference Finals, I […]
Don’t Bet on Phil for the U.S. Open
The last time the U.S. Open was held at the Winged Foot Golf Club in Mamaroneck, New York, in 2006, Phil Mickelson teed off at the 18th hole with a one-shot lead. If he just parred the hole, he’d be one step closer to the career grand slam—winning all four majors, the Masters, the PGA, […]
NHL Playoffs: This One’s for the Ages
It doesn’t get any better than this. The NHL Playoffs have been an all-time classic, with the Stanley Cup finals looming. The Dallas Stars won the Western Conference. They will play either the New York Islanders or Tampa Bay Lightning to conclude a phenomenal playoff season of big momentum swings, overtime drama and fast-paced play. […]
Play It Safe! Before You Bet, Read This
For decades, Americans who wanted to bet on sports had to visit the few places where the bets were legal, like Las Vegas, go to a local bookmaker, or place their wagers through an illegal, offshore sportsbook. Not so these days. Sports betting is now legal in 18 U.S. states. And with a few exceptions—Utah, […]
