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By: Lucas DunnNBA 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.

By: Lucas DunnLas 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.

By: Grant MitchellMassachusetts 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.

By: Grant MitchellVirginia 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.

By: Richard JanvrinU.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.

By: Richard JanvrinNFL, 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.

By: Lucas DunnLas 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.

By: Richard JanvrinQatari-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.

By: Richard JanvrinTilman 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.

By: Richard JanvrinSesame 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.