Industry
September 8, 2025
Court Delays Ruling on Control of 1-800-GAMBLER Line
The future of who controls the national gambling helpline remains unresolved after a New Jersey court pushed back its decision once again. The Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey (CCGNJ) confirmed Friday that the ruling, which was already delayed once, is now scheduled for September 22. The CCGNJ VS NCPG Battle The legal battle […]
Casino
September 8, 2025
Las Vegas to Inject $3.65M in NBA Cup and College Football
Las Vegas is reiterating its leading position as a premier sports destination, with tourism leaders giving the green light to millions in funding to bring major events to the city. Namely, the official destination marketing organization that promotes “tourism, conventions, meetings and special events” in Southern Nevada, the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA), […]
Industry
September 8, 2025
Leisure and Hospitality Jobs Grow by 28,000 in August
As Las Vegas copes with falling tourist numbers, leisure and hospitality payrolls rose by 28,000 jobs in August, with more than 17 million employed in the sector as of now. More specifically, food services and drinking places saw their workforce grow by 11,000 people during the month, hitting an all-time high of 12.37 million. Amusements, […]
Lottery
September 8, 2025
Pair of Powerball Winners to Split $1.8B Jackpot
After 40-plus draws of relative Powerball jackpot dryness, a pair of tickets – one from Missouri and one from Texas – have claimed the eye-watering amount, minting at least two new millionaires in the process. Pair of Tickets to Share Spoils of Latest Powerball Jackpot The Powerball jackpot had reached nearly $1.8 billion, or $1.787 […]
Casino
September 8, 2025
Washoe County Prosecutor Loses Job After Casino Lewdness Arrest
An incident at Reno’s Peppermill Resort Casino led to Kenneth Ching, a deputy district attorney in Washoe County, being fired. Authorities accused him of taking part in sexual activity in a public area. Washoe County Lawyer Arrested in Connection With Peppermill Exposure Incident Police documents describe officers responding to the scene at around 1:30 in […]
Lottery
September 5, 2025
Lottery Fever Sweeps Texas as 3 Players Win Prizes of $1M
Several lucky players in Texas have won prizes of a million dollars from the lottery. These included two scratch-off ticket enthusiasts, as well as one fortunate Powerball player. Lucky Scratch-off Games Lover Wins $1 On September 4, the Texas Lottery unveiled several major winners, including a Graham resident who claimed a top prize worth $1 […]
Casino
September 5, 2025
Sting Operation Leads to 28 Arrests in Florida’s Latest Gambling Case
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office has managed to arrest 28 people as part of an undercover operation conducted on September 3, 2025. This is part of the state’s efforts in Florida to limit the growth of unauthorized gambling, much of which has focused on land-based venues. In this case, police were able to confiscate 48 […]
Sports
September 5, 2025
Detroit Lions Brings BetMGM as First Official Sports Betting Partner
The Detroit Lions have confirmed BetMGM as the team’s first Official Sports Betting Partner, a collaboration that will encompass different activations, fan promotions, and more. The goal of the tie-up is to drive engagement across all existing channels. To help boost betting activity and team following, BetMGM will naturally feature a variety of sports wagers […]
Business
September 5, 2025
MGM CEO Hornbuckle: “Las Vegas Is Not Dead”
On Thursday, MGM Resorts International chief executive officer Bill Hornbuckle reiterated his belief that social media claims that Las Vegas visitors are being overcharged are not valid. “We Ran 98% This Weekend” Speaking at the Bank of America Securities 2025 Gaming and Lodging Conference in New York City, Hornbuckle, who previously expressed his confidence in […]
Sports
September 5, 2025
Drake bets $300,000 on the US Open, Netizens Worry about the Drake Curse
He is also believed to be carrying a curse. Over the last couple of years, he has gained a bit of a notorious reputation when it comes to sports betting. Despite having won more money than he has lost, the sports bets he makes have become synonymous with the belief that whenever he bets on […]
