Industry
January 29, 2025
Indiana iGaming Bill Picks up Speed, Enjoys Bipartisan Support
A proposal calling for the expansion of gambling activities in Indiana with the addition of online casino gambling and digital lottery continues to pick up speed. New Push for Online Casino Gambling Legalization in Indiana On Tuesday this week, the proposal, House Bill 1432 (HB 1432), was approved in a 9-2 vote by the House […]
Casino
January 27, 2025
Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana Prepares to Celebrate Lunar New Year
Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana is preparing to celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year with new installations and features. Visitors can look forward to marking the festivities with atmospheric games set against a China-inspired backdrop. Festive Games Await The Chinese Lunar New Year celebrations, set to run from January 29 to February 1, will see […]
Industry
January 16, 2025
Lawmakers in Wyoming and Indiana to Consider iGaming Legalization
Legal sports betting is available in close to 40 US states as of the start of 2025. Despite the statewide expansion of the activity, online gambling remains limited to a handful of states. While iGaming is yet to pick up speed and expand as sports betting did, more states are exploring options for legalizing online […]
Casino
January 14, 2025
Indiana Introduces Bill to Relocate Rising Sun Casino to New Haven
The Indiana General Assembly is mulling over a move that could shake up the state’s casino landscape. Senate Bill 293, introduced by Senator Andy Zay, would relocate the Rising Star Casino from its current home in Rising Sun to New Haven in northeast Indiana. The move could turn around the casino’s fortunes while bolstering the […]
Industry
December 3, 2024
Man Drives SUV Off Casino Parking Garage Roof in Evansville
A guy in Evansville, Indiana, is in big trouble after a strange and damaging event at Bally’s Casino. Police say Jeremiah Oldham drove his SUV off the seventh floor of the casino’s parking garage on Monday morning. His vehicle crashed into the roof of the nearby Executive Conference Center. Man Charged with Felonies After High-Speed […]
Industry
November 14, 2024
Banned Gambler Wins in Indiana Casino, Faces Charges
Cheating in casinos across the United States can have different consequences for the people who attempt it. Most of the time the sum lost to the unlawful activity is considered but a cheating attempt may result in further charges that depending on the state can be misdemeanors or even felonies. In one such criminal case […]
Poker
November 6, 2024
World Poker Tour Drives Stronger Forays in India with PokerBaazi
The World Poker Tour (WPT) has signed a new partnership to strengthen its global footprint and reach. The tie-up with Indian poker platform PokerBaazi allows the platform to reach new audiences and bring cutting-edge events to local players but also offers quite a few boons to the local poker community in return. WPT Makes Another […]
Legal
October 23, 2024
Lawsuit Claims Excessive Alcohol Led to Woman’s Death at Caesars Indiana
A recently filed lawsuit against Caesars Southern Indiana Hotel & Casino claims wrongful death and seeks tens of thousands in damages. The Legal Case Claims Negligence, Wrongful Death The case dates back to March this year when one patron visited the popular gaming and entertainment venue in Southern Indiana. The visitor, identified as Michelle Kelley, […]
Casino
October 11, 2024
Study Finds New Haven Casino May Generate $80M in Annual Tax
A newly released study, focusing on the economic impact of a proposed New Haven, Indiana casino predicts that such a development would deliver thousands of new workplaces and generate millions in annual tax revenue. New Haven Hotel Casino to Create New Jobs The economic analysis study was prepared by CBRE Investment Banking for Full House […]
Industry
October 9, 2024
Indiana Man Engaged in Jackpot Switching to Avoid Paying Child Support
A man has been jailed for suspected casino jackpot fraud. The person in question had a friend claim a slot jackpot on his behalf, which is strictly prohibited in the state of Indiana. The Man Had Another Person Claim the Jackpot on His Behalf The suspected fraud occurred in 2022 when a player with the […]
