Lawmakers Again Looking To Fund Vikings Stadium With Gambling

The NFL and gambling appear to be linked closer in Minnesota than the NFL would like. Another bill has surfaced that would have additional gambling approved to help fund a new stadium for the Vikings. more

Senate Is Last Step For Hotel Room Gambling Bill In Nevada

Casinos in the state of Nevada moved one step closer on Friday to increasing their gambling offerings. A full Senate vote is the only thing standing between gamblers and betting in Nevada hotel rooms. more

Preakness Stakes Betting Odds Preview: Animal Kingdom Favored

The Preakness Stakes is the second leg of horse racing's triple crown, and on Saturday, Animal Kingdom will look to capture the first two, having already won the Kentucky Derby. Animal Kingdom is the betting favorite at 2/1. more

NBA Betting Preview: Western Conference Finals Shift To Oklahoma

The NBA's Western Conference Finals shift today to Oklahoma City, where the Thunder have a chance to take a commanding series lead if they can win two games at home. Oklahoma City is the betting favorite in game three. more

First Quarter Figures Show Continued Decline At AC Casinos

Casino gambling profits in the second largest gaming market in the US continued to slide in the first quarter of 2011. Atlantic City casinos experienced another double-digit decline in revenue, this time in the first quarter of the new year. more

Chuck E. Cheese Escapes Gambling Lawsuit Unscathed

Chuck E. Cheese, one of the most recognizable names in child entertainment, had a gambling lawsuit dropped against them on Thursday after the public blasted the woman who brought on the lawsuit. more

Emanuel Promotes Casino Gambling Expansion In Chicago

It has not taken long for new Mayor Rahm Emanuel to take a position on a new proposed casino for Chicago. Emanuel endorsed a new casino in the Windy City, as long as certain conditions are met. more

Big Surprise; Internet Gambling Fueling Problem Gambling Increase

A new study reveals what many people already knew, online gambling in Canada could lead to increased problem gambling cases. As with any activity, the it is accessible, the more potential for addiction. more

Nevada Moves Forward With Online Poker Regulation Bill

The state of Nevada moved one step closer on Thursday to becoming the first in the nation to regulate online poker. A bill passed the Assembly that calls for the development of a licensing process. more

With Mardi Gras Over, Louisiana Casinos Continue Revenue Increase

The gaming industry in the US is not out of hot water yet, but it is slowly rounding back into form. In Louisiana, Mardi Gras has ended, but casinos continued to see increased revenue in April. more

Gilbert Wins NBA Lottery, Looking To End Casino Work Stoppage

The owner of the Cleveland Cavaliers, Dan Gilbert, hit the NBA lottery last week when he won the top pick in the draft. Now, Gilbert is hoping to have similar success in ending the casino tax battle with Ohio Governor John Kasich. more

Nevada Waiting On Congress For Online Gambling Regulations

Top legislative and gaming leaders in Nevada are moving quickly towards online gambling regulations, but they may wait to implement the laws until the US Congress approved Internet gaming. That may leave Nevada behind several other states in the long run. more

NBA Western Conference Betting Preview: Mavericks Favored

The Dallas Mavericks have dismissed of the three-time defending Western Conference champions in the last round, and now Dallas has their eyes on a world title. The Mavericks are the betting favorites to defeat Oklahoma City. more

Florida Gambling Expansion Must Wait Until Next Year

They came with their guns blazing to try and reshape the casino gambling industry in Florida, but Las Vegas gaming executives were turned away again by Florida legislators this session. more

CityCenter Focus Now On Oakley Accusations Instead Of Gambling

CityCenter, the new project by MGM Mirage and Dubai World, was supposed to help Las Vegas gain back their strong reputation among gamblers. Instead, the resort is facing a lawsuit from former basketball star Charles Oakley. more

Trump Out Of Presidential Race And Off Atlantic City Casino

On the same day that Donald Trump announced he would not be running for president next year, the Donald's name was being pulled down from the famous Trump Marina Hotel Casino in Atlantic City. more

Construction Workers Losing Jobs While Ohio Gambling Issue Stalls

Governor John Kasich is catching the wrath of many construction workers who have had their jobs placed on hold because of Kasich's plan to raise taxes on the four casinos approved in Ohio back in 2009. more

Casino Funds Helping Fight Crime In Maryland

Most anti-gambling people will rely on the theory that casinos are a gateway to increased crime. In Maryland, casinos are actually helping fight crime with a portion of the gaming revenue going towards paying for police officers in surrounding areas. more

SJM Holdings Almost Doubling Casino Revenue In First Quarter

As if there was a need for further evidence that the Macau casino industry is thriving, SJM Holdings posted a first quarter increase of over eighty percent from the same period in 2010. more

Mobile Gaming Coming Whether Nevada Approves It Or Not

Mobile gambling is the next generation in wagering, and the world is starting to see that gamblers are looking for accessibility. While Nevada lawmakers discuss the issue, they should know that mobile gaming is coming regardless of the law. more