Industry
May 15, 2024
One of Louisiana’s Leading Regulators Is Set to Resign in June
Robbie Johns, one of Louisiana’s leading gambling regulators, announced his intention to resign, citing family matters as the reason. The Republican was largely responsible for overseeing the launch of sports betting in the state. For context, the gambling revolutionary is set to officially depart on June 30. His resignation will end 37 years of public […]
Sports
April 4, 2024
Louisiana to Roll out Ban on College Prop Bets Starting from August
A new change announced by the gambling regulator in Louisiana seeks to ban prop bets for college sports. The statewide expansion of sports betting paved the way for wagering on college games, in addition to professional sports. With many states offering a wide range of betting options, wagers that involved specific parts of the game […]
Lottery
April 1, 2024
Powerball Jackpot Goes Unclaimed, More Players Win $1M Prizes
Yet another player, this time from Louisiana, has narrowly missed winning the Powerball jackpot, which is nearing a billion dollars. While the player in question will miss out on a $951 million payday, they will still take back a prize of $1 million back home. As in other similar cases, the ticket matched the five […]
Casino
March 13, 2024
Coushatta Tribe Unveils Groundbreaking Ceremony for Louisiana Resort Expansion
The Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana announced a groundbreaking ceremony for the expansion of its Coushatta Casino Resort, a casino complex near Kinder. The ceremony is set to take place on March at 10 am and will celebrate the construction of a new eight-story hotel. According to the announcement, the new hotel will sport some 204 […]
Industry
February 20, 2024
Louisiana Sportsbooks Surpass $50M in Revenue for Second Consecutive Month
The Louisiana Gaming Control Board has reported an impressive $52.7 million in gross sports betting revenue for January. The figure reflects the aggressive marketing efforts of the Pelican State’s ten mobile sportsbooks, which actively courted and engaged the public. Increased spending also reflected positively on the state’s budget, bolstering community-focused initiatives. Louisiana Remains an Attractive […]
Industry
February 19, 2024
Louisiana: Two Men Arrested for Armed Robbery in Plain Dealing
Two men were arrested over their alleged involvement in an armed robbery that has taken place at the Outpost Travel Center Casino in Louisiana. The incident dates to Friday when two armed individuals barged into the venue located at the 500 block of La. Highway 3. In brought daylight on the morning of the day […]
Business
December 21, 2023
Louisiana Betting Handle Soars in November, Sets New Record
The Louisiana Gaming Control Board (LGCB), the gambling regulator in the state, has announced its latest report, uncovering details regarding the performance of mobile and retail sports betting operators during November. Combined, the total handle reported by licensed retail and mobile betting operators last month hit $356.4 million. This figure confirms November was a busy […]
Casino
November 30, 2023
Cordish Unveils Groundbreaking Ceremony for Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana
The Cordish Companies is set to begin construction on its new Louisiana property in two weeks. The groundbreaking ceremony for Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana is set to take place on December 13 and will see the company’s chairman and president personally take part. The new $270 million property will mark The Cordish Companies’ gambling […]
Industry
November 20, 2023
Pennsylvania and Louisiana Break Sports Betting Records in October
October’s sports wagering revenue results revealed impressive performances across several high-profile jurisdictions. Louisiana and Pennsylvania stand out, setting new benchmarks amidst significant growth in their respective markets. Such detailed results remain integral to understanding emerging industry trends, allowing stakeholders to adjust their strategies and keep players engaged. Pennsylvania Remains a Thriving Market Pennsylvania reported an […]
Casino
October 20, 2023
The Cordish Companies Secure Approval for $270M Louisiana Project
Leading gaming and entertainment operator, The Cordish Companies, announced a major achievement, clearing the path of the company for its expansion into the casino sector in Bossier City, Louisiana. On Thursday, the company revealed that its affiliate, LRGC Gaming Investors, LCC, secured the required regulatory approvals to become a gambling operator in the state from […]