Industry Headlines

By Sadonna Price

Hollywood Casino Joliet Hits Stride as Riverboats Slip

October 16, 2025

Summary: Hollywood Casino Joliet posts $11.2M in September revenue, up 48% year-over-year in its first full month at the new location. Nearby riverboat casinos, including Harrah’s Joliet and Hollywood Aurora, see notable revenue declines. Illinois sees a dip overall in casino activity Hollywood Casino Joliet is off to a strong start at its new land-based […]

By Sadonna Price

MGM Pulls Out of Yonkers Casino Plan, Leaving City Stunned

October 15, 2025

Summary: MGM abruptly withdrew its $2.3 billion plan to expand Empire City Casino in Yonkers. The company cited new state rules and increased competition for the withdrawal. Bally’s, Resorts World, and Metropolitan Park are still in the race A surprising twist has shaken up New York’s casino race. MGM, once seen as a frontrunner to […]

By Sadonna Price

Norfolk Casino Project Finally Moves Forward

October 8, 2025

Summary: Norfolk City Council approved a lease with Boyd Gaming, allowing construction work on the new casino to begin. An interim casino with 130 slot machines is set to open by November 15, bringing 75 jobs. The full casino, expected by 2027, will create about 850 jobs and boost the local economy. Norfolk’s long-discussed and […]

By Sadonna Price

Golden Mesa Casino Unveils New Digital Display

October 2, 2025

Summary: JCM Global has installed a 12×7.5 ft CLEAR Digital Signage display at Golden Mesa Casino. The display, part of a major expansion plan, separates the high-limit room from the main floor. Golden Mesa management says the new display boosts the premium experience. Oklahoma panhandle’s first casino, Golden Mesa Casino, is going through important transformations, […]

By Sadonna Price

Alabama-Coushatta Tribe to Build New Naskila Casino Resort in Leggett

September 24, 2025

Summary: The National Indian Gaming Commission allows the Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas to build the Naskila Casino Resort on land in Leggett. The project will attract 1,000 jobs, generate additional tax revenue, and stimulate economic growth in Polk County. Resort plans feature an expanded gaming space, hotel, dining, and entertainment options. The Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of […]

By Sadonna Price

Manhattan Casino Bids From SL Green, Silverstein Rejected

September 18, 2025

Summary: Community advisory committees voted against SL Green’s Times Square casino and Silverstein’s Javits-area project. The decision officially put an end to the two bids, drawing heavy criticism from supporters. Soloviev Group’s $11 billion Freedom Plaza near the UN remains the only Manhattan contender. The dreams of two of Manhattan’s most ambitious casino projects took […]

By Jayson Peter

Times Square Casino Plan Faces Key Vote Amid Broadway Backlash

September 17, 2025

Summary: Caesars and SL Green are pushing a $5.4 billion Times Square casino project backed by Jay-Z and supported by Rev. Al Sharpton The Broadway League and neighborhood groups warn about theater ticket sale changes A community advisory panel will have a say on Wednesday The attempt to push casino gambling into the heart of […]

By Sadonna Price

Dealer School Ready to Train Future Live! Casino Employees in Petersburg

September 4, 2025

Summary: Live! Casino & Hotel Virginia has partnered with Richard Bland College on a 12-week dealer training program. Classes start September 8, teaching blackjack first before moving on to other games. The temporary casino in Petersburg is set to open later this year, with the permanent resort expected in 2027. Construction on the long-awaited $1.4 […]

By Sadonna Price

July, the Second Weakest Month of the Year in Casino Visits

August 13, 2025

Summary: Nationwide casino foot traffic in July fell 9.9% from 2024, marking the second weakest month of the year. The temporary setback could soon disappear as spending per visitor is going up and new properties are opening. Colorado posted strong gains while Detroit, Atlantic City, and Massachusetts lagged. US Casino foot traffic stumbled in July, […]

By Sadonna Price

Accel Sets Revenue Record, Stays Cautious on Expansion

August 6, 2025

Summary: Accel Entertainment’s second quarter revenue reached a record of $335.9 million, marking an 8.6% YoY increase. CEO Andy Rubenstein says acquisitions will remain selective and strategic. Fairmount Park racetrack shows early promise, with strong 2026 expectations. Popular U.S. gaming company that specializes in gaming and entertainment services, Accel Entertainment, has published its strongest quarter […]