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McDonald’s Value Push Boosts Sales but Sparks Franchisee Backlash Over Pricing Control
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

McDonald’s Value Push Boosts Sales but Sparks Franchisee Backlash Over Pricing Control

McDonald's has new value guidelines that must be followed, and some franchisees are pushing back.
Industry
Close-up of Maxx Crosby wearing a Las Vegas Raiders jersey number 98 with eye black, sitting on the sideline during a game
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Raiders Embrace New Direction Under Kubiak as Crosby’s Future Remains Uncertain

Raiders seek to capitalize on Klint Kubiak’s successful tenure with the Seattle Seahawks, highlighted by Sam Darnold’s Pro Bowl performance.
Las Vegas
Tysons Location Stripped from VA Casino Bill
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Virginia Senate Strips Tysons Location Requirement from Casino Bill

Previously, the bill contained specific language that effectively restricted the build site to Tysons, although that is now gone.
Industry
Esports Org Team Vitality Expanding Into PUBG and CrossFire
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Team Vitality Adds PUBG and CrossFire Teams Ahead of Esports World Cup

Team Vitality continues its expansion, signing rosters for PUBG and CrossFire.
Esports
California Restricts Blackjack at Cardrooms
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Tribes Celebrate as California Restricts “Blackjack-Style” Games at Cardrooms

Attorney General Rob Bonta said that the regulations were submitted on Dec. 23, 2025, and were finally approved last week.
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Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

Giannis Investment in Kalshi Raises Integrity Questions

The Mississippi House has passed HB 1581, which would expand the state’s retail sports betting market to include mobile wagering. It is the second consecutive term a bill has passed the House, but hurdles remain in the Senate.
Sports Betting Bill Passes Mississippi House to Start 2026
Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

Sports Betting Bill Passes Mississippi House to Start 2026

The Mississippi House has passed HB 1581, which would expand the state’s retail sports betting market to include mobile wagering. It is the second consecutive term a bill has passed the House, but hurdles remain in the Senate.
Sports Betting
Workers in safety helmets stand beside a large tunnel boring machine during an underground transit tunnel construction project
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Vegas Loop Safety Concerns Raise Scrutiny from Nevada Lawmakers

The Boring Co. has faced nearly $600,000 in fines for environmental violations and workplace safety violations, raising concerns about regulatory oversight.
Las Vegas
Hard rock Atlantic City $50m Investment
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Hard Rock Invests $50 Million Into Atlantic City Casino Upgrades

When all is said and done, guests will enjoy new hotel rooms, suites and penthouses, updated corridors and decorations, restaurant upgrades, and more.
Industry
Kroger Appoints Greg Foran as CEO Following Leadership Shakeup
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Kroger Appoints Greg Foran as CEO Following Leadership Shakeup

Kroger has named a new CEO following the departure of its former and longtime one in 2024.
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