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Close-up of a basketball going through the net during a game with blurred crowd in the background
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

NBA Board Set to Vote on Las Vegas and Seattle Expansion Teams

The NBA is considering expansion into Las Vegas and Seattle, targeting new teams by 2028–29 as owners weigh financial gains and league changes.
Las Vegas
MGM Grand hotel and casino illuminated in green on the Las Vegas Strip at night
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Las Vegas Court Advances Dwight Manley Case Against MGM Resorts to Trial

A Las Vegas judge has ruled that Dwight Manley's claim that he was drugged at MGM Resorts will proceed to trial, despite the casino denying any wrongdoing.
Las Vegas
Massachusetts Halts iGaming Momentum
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Massachusetts Legislature Effective Kills iGaming Bill, Which Will Be Resubmitted

While the bill was effectively rendered useless for the remainder of the legislative session, it can be refiled in its current form when the next one begins.
Industry
Tysons Casino Bill Sent to VA Gov.
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Virginia Gov. Spanberger Has One Week to Decide on Fairfax Casino Bill

As Virginians await her decision, the Board of Supervisors is encouraging the Governor to strike down a bill it never wanted.
Industry
Trump Administration to Collect $10 Billion Fee From TikTok U.S. Sale
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

U.S. Government Set to Receive $10 Billion Fee From TikTok Deal

The US government is set to receive about $10 billion from investors as part of a deal restructuring TikTok’s U.S. operations.
Industry
NFL, CBS Reportedly Negotiating Major Rights Fee Increase for Sunday Games
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

NFL, CBS Reportedly Negotiating Major Rights Fee Increase for Sunday Games

The NFL and CBS are reportedly discussing a new deal that could raise the network’s rights fee by roughly $1 billion.
Industry
Traffic on the Las Vegas Strip at sunset with the Paris Las Vegas Eiffel Tower and casino resorts illuminated
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Las Vegas Visitor Numbers Decline in 2025 as Gambling Budgets Increase

Las Vegas saw a 7.5% drop in visitors in 2025, as gambling budgets increased, stays shortened, and spending on dining and shopping declined.
Las Vegas
Qatari-Backed Irth Capital Submits $1.5B Bid to Take Papa John’s Private
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Qatari-Backed Irth Capital Submits $1.5B Bid to Take Papa John’s Private

Irth Capital has reportedly offered $47 per share to acquire Papa John’s and take the pizza chain private.
Industry
Tilman Fertitta Reportedly in Talks to Buy Caesars Entertainment in $7B Deal
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Tilman Fertitta Reportedly in Talks to Buy Caesars Entertainment in $7B Deal

Tilman Fertitta is reportedly negotiating a $7 billion takeover of Caesars Entertainment after topping a competing bid from Carl Icahn.
Industry
Sesame Street Nonprofit Sues SeaWorld Parent Company Over Unpaid Royalties
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Sesame Street Nonprofit Sues SeaWorld Parent Company Over Unpaid Royalties

Sesame Workshop has sued United Parks & Resorts, alleging unpaid royalties and disputes tied to Sesame Street–themed park operations.
Industry