Industry Headlines

By Sadonna Price

MGM Springfield Reports Solid Earnings Thus Far in 2022

October 28, 2022

Summary Slots and table games have produced $191 million thus far. Revenues are higher so far this year than 2021. Each quarter brought in over $60 million. Gaming officials in Massachusetts have revealed the gaming totals for the MGM Springfield after the three quarter performance, showing the venue has earned $191 million thus far this […]

By Sadonna Price

Aurora Hollywood Casino Approved for Expansion and Relocation

October 27, 2022

Summary The casino will move to Farnsworth Avenue near the Chicago Premium Outlets. Officials will add a hotel and event space to the property. The $360 million deal is being protested by some don’t want to see millionaires profiting from gambling. During a recent Aurora City Council meeting, officials decided to vote on the expansion […]

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Temporary Casino Approved for Fonner Park in Nebraska

October 25, 2022

Summary The temporary structure will be located on the concourse of Fonner Park. The property will be home to 300 slot games and horse betting kiosks. Table games will be added to the space next year. It’s almost time to welcome a new casino facility in Nebraska. As Grand Island Casino is in the works, […]

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Connecticut iGaming Industry Brings High Revenue Numbers

October 24, 2022

Summary Since October 2021, Connecticut has earned over $45m in revenues. Online casino gaming averages $3 million in monthly earnings. Problem-gambling hotline calls are up 134%. Connecticut legalized online sports betting and casino gaming back in October 2021 and within a year’s time frame, has seen great success from the services. Over $45 million in […]

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Caesars Announces Plans for Times Square Casino

October 21, 2022

Summary The 54-story tower is located at the heart of Times Square. A casino would attract more visitors to Midtown and encourage spending. The property would include a Broadway theater for The Lion King and other amenities. Times Square would be a perfect location for a New York casino, according to Caesars Entertainment. The company […]

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Live! Casino Philadelphia Fined for Players in Restricted Areas

October 20, 2022

Summary The casino allowed individuals to walk around in restricted areas. $10,000 in fines and $2,500 in costs were handed down by regulators. The enforcement action was a first for the casino since it opened in January 2021. An incident that occurred in 2021 at a Pennsylvania Casino known as Live! Casino and Hotel Philadelphia […]

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Treasure Chest Casino Breaks Ground in Kenner

October 19, 2022

Summary The casino will cost over $100 million to build. The property will replace an old river boat casino. The tentative opening date is 2024. In the past, one of the only options for casino gaming in many US states was riverboat facilities. State laws prohibited casinos on land in some areas, which led to […]

By Sadonna Price

Bally’s Chicago to Move Forward After Multi-Project Labor Agreement Signed

October 17, 2022

Summary The agreement involves the Chicago & Cook County Building and Construction Trades Council. Bally’s is committed to providing good-paying jobs to the city in the construction process. The PLA is a commitment by Bally’s to embrace organized labor for its new casino. Bally’s Corporation is steadily moving forward with the creation of a Illinois […]

By Sadonna Price

Michigan’s Land Casinos See Revenue Drop in September

October 13, 2022

Summary Three casinos earned $103.4 million in September. The third quarter closed with a 7% revenue decrease. MGM Grand Detroit led the market share at 48%. In the state of Michigan, there are only three commercial casinos in operation, all of which are located in Detroit. The venues usually fare well each month, generating earnings […]

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PENN Entertainment Announces New Hotels and Land-Based Move for US Casinos

October 10, 2022

Summary Riverboat casinos in Aurora and Joliet will move to land. Hollywood Columbus in Ohio will add a new hotel. A second hotel tower is coming to M Resort in Nevada. PENN Entertainment recently announced big plans for its operations in the United States. The gaming company will be moving two riverboat casinos in Illinois […]