American Casinos and Gambling in United States

Chef Lyle Kaku named executive chef of SAHARA Las Vegas

Kaku has served as executive sous chef for SAHARA since 2018, managing multiple restaurant openings and leading the development and implementation of new menus for the resort’s restaurants.

Century Casinos announces launch of iGaming in West Virginia

Century Casinos announced that the company’s partners Rush Street Interactive and William Hill launched their online casino platforms in West Virginia using Mountaineer Casino, Racetrack & Resort’s license.

SAHARA Las Vegas announces partnership with Mr Yum

Through this partnership, SAHARA Las Vegas becomes the first property in Las Vegas to offer the in-venue digital ordering technology, as well as one of the first in the U.S.

Two Colorado casinos welcome unlimited single-bet wagers

Isle Casino Hotel Black Hawk and Lady Luck Casino have approved unlimited single-bet wagers beginning 1 May. The properties will also offer baccarat tables for the first time, starting 1 May.

Bally's to acquire Tropicana Las Vegas

The purchase price for the Tropicana Las Vegas property's non-land assets is $150 million.

Alejandro Fernández announces Las Vegas stop on fall tour

In celebration of Mexican Independence Day, Grammy Award winner Alejandro Fernández will bring his U.S. fall tour to the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino Las Vegas Garden Arena on 15 September.

Massive jackpot win at Florida casino

A Miami, Florida man won more than $500,000 on a slot machine at Seminole Classic Casino in Hollywood, Florida. The guest was playing the AGS Royal Reels slot machine on 11 April when he won $546,898.

Indiana sportsbooks post second-best month

Indiana sportsbooks brought in $316.7 million in wagers in March, according to official reporting released Monday. That is the second-most for a month in Indiana and up 15.6% from $273.9 million in February.

Illinois sportsbooks see first month-over-month decline

Illinois retail and online sportsbooks attracted $509.8 million in wagers, according to official data released Friday. That is down 12.3% from the record $581.6 million in January.

Casino City's Friday Five: Sports betting and vaccine perks

This week around the gambling world we have a variety of news to share, highlighted by two more states in the U.S. approving online sports betting.

Job fair coming up at Parx Casino

The Pennsylvania casino invites job seekers to a special Parx job fair on Thursday, 15 April 2021, from noon to 4 p.m.

March jackpot winners at Treasure Island Las Vegas

The Las Vegas Strip casino paid out several jackpots in March, including a $13,000 win for a lucky player on Progressive Dancing Drum.

Iowa sportsbooks set record in March

In March, online and retail sportsbooks combined to take in $161.4 million in wagers in March. That is up 8% from $143.6 million in wagers in February and topped the record $149.5 million handle in January.

Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana reveals iconic sign

Opening on 14 May, Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana revealed the iconic guitar marquee sign and uncrated the first piece of music memorabilia at the new property.

Talking Stick Resort announces summer package

As part of the hotel room package, the property teamed up with Talking Stick Entertainment District to give guests access to some of Arizona’s top indoor and outdoor attractions at a discounted price.