Legal
January 28, 2026
Churchill Downs Strikes Back Against Maine’s Tribal iGaming
Maine’s decision to grant local tribes exclusive rights to offer online casino gaming does not sit well with Churchill Downs, judging from the operator’s decision to challenge the law in court. The company argued that online gaming would undermine brick-and-mortar casinos, such as its Oxford Casino, which have been major contributors to the local economy. […]
Casino
January 13, 2026
Churchill Downs to Redevelop Salem Casino into Rockingham Grand Casino
Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI) announced its plans to renovate its charitable gaming facility in Salem, New Hampshire. The company expects to invest up to $200 million in transforming the venue into a modern casino called Rockingham Grand Casino. The Casino Will Be Significantly Expanded In its official announcement, CDI noted that plans will see the […]
Legal
January 7, 2026
Churchill Downs Secures Decisive Court Win in Michigan
The protracted legal battle between Churchill Downs and the Michigan gaming regulator finally reached its conclusion, marking a pivotal moment for online horse wagering in the United States. On January 6, the federal court issued a decisive ruling in favor of the Louisville-based operator, permanently blocking Michigan’s attempt to shut down TwinSpires, Churchill Downs’ advance […]
Legal
August 7, 2025
Churchill Downs Scores Another Legal Victory in Michigan Betting Dispute
Churchill Downs Incorporated, parent company of the TwinSpires betting platform, scored another court win in its long-running legal dispute with the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB). The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals denied the regulator’s request to stay a lower court order that has allowed TwinSpires to continue operating in the state. Interstate Laws Clash […]
Industry
May 5, 2025
Churchill Downs Sees Record Handle as Sovereignty Wins Kentucky Derby
Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI) announced Sovereignty as the winner of the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby. In addition to that, the company noted that this year, a record-breaking $394 million has been wagered on the event. Sovereignty Prevailed at the Main Race In its official announcement, CDI confirmed that Sovereignty has claimed the Garland […]
Industry
January 14, 2025
Churchill Downs Takes MGCB to Court over TwinSpires Suspension
Churchill Downs, a prominent horse racing and gaming company in America, has filed a lawsuit against the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB). The suit is related to the recent suspension of the TwinSpires online platform. Michigan Asked ADW Operators to Cease Their Activities Earlier this month, the MGCB issued a summary suspension order against TwinSpires, […]
Business
December 24, 2024
Churchill Downs Dumfries VA Casino Hotel Shows Signs of Strengths
The Rose Casino Hotel in Dumfries, Virginia, owned by Churchill Downs has been up and running for two months now, although it has not opened to the general public yet. Regardless, a recent report by Stifel analyst Jeffrey Stantial suggests that Churchill Downs is a “buy” rating with its stock price target set at $164 in […]
Legal
December 10, 2024
Churchill Downs and NYRA File Lawsuit Against HISA Over Fee Dispute
Churchill Downs Inc. (CDI), which owns the Kentucky Derby, and the New York Racing Association (NYRA), which runs major New York tracks like Belmont Park and Saratoga Race Course, have started a legal battle against the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA). They filed the lawsuit on December 4 in a Kentucky federal court. CDI […]
Industry
August 9, 2024
Churchill Downs Floods Northern Virginia Residents With The Rose Ads
At the end of February, Nasdaq-listed Churchill Downs Incorporated announced it received approval from the Town of Dumfries to open Phase One of The Rose Gaming Resort (The Rose) with 1,650 historical racing machines (HRMs), 500 more than the original plan. The $460-million gaming resort, which was scheduled to open 25 miles south of Dumfries […]
Business
May 15, 2024
CDI Opens 122-Room Hotel at Terre Haute Casino Resort
Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI) has officially opened its new 122-room hotel and event center at Terre Haute Casino Resort. The new addition to the Indiana property is set to add additional vibrancy to the complex. CDI broke ground on the entertainment venue in June 2022 in partnership with construction specialist Wilhelm Construction. The development of […]
