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Nevada Problem Gambling Group Cuts Ties With NCPG Over Kalshi Partnership
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Nevada Problem Gambling Group Cuts Ties With NCPG Over Kalshi Partnership

The Nevada Council on Problem Gambling is severing ties with the national organization over its relationship with prediction market Kalshi.
Industry
Judge Supports Rivers Casino Philadelphia Lawsuit
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Judge Allows Data Breach Lawsuit Against Rivers Casino Philadelphia to Proceed

The breach was discovered in November 2024. Rivers Casino did not notify individuals whose information was released until near the end of the year.
Industry
Virginia Sweepstakes Review
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Virginia Studying Sweepstakes Casinos As “Local” Operator Comes Under Fire

Instead of banning these dual-currency platforms, the Virginia Lottery Board is now responsible for forming a group to review and analyze the sweepstakes casino industry.
Industry
Wooden judge's gavel resting on sound block, symbolizing the Tupac Shakur murder trial
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Tupac Shakur Murder Trial: Jury Selection Underway

Jury selection began in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, the man charged in Tupac Shakur's 1996 killing in Las Vegas.
Las Vegas
Palms Casino Resort towers lit up at night in Las Vegas, Nevada
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Palms Casino Resort Debuts 55 Stories of Fame Tall Wall

Palms Casino Resort now projects guest photos onto its 55-story Tall Wall, debuting the display during a private Scotch 80 Prime dinner.
Las Vegas
Sphere Las Vegas lit up at night with a large emoji face on its exterior, surrounded by the city skyline
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Backstreet Boys to Return to Sphere for New Year's 2027

The Backstreet Boys will return to Sphere Las Vegas for three new shows over New Year's weekend 2027, extending their residency.
Las Vegas
Bally's Pauses Chicago Casino Over VGTs
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Bally’s Chicago Casino Pauses Construction Over VGT Debate

The decision was reached as Chicago lawmakers prepare to legalize video gaming terminals (VGTs) in bars, restaurants, and truck stops throughout the city.
Industry
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Elderly Woman Passes After Car Flew Through Air into Pond Near Pennsylvania Casino

Jeanette Radzikowski, an 89-year-old woman, was pronounced dead at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg on Friday morning.
Industry
Kalshi Enforcement Head Says Platform Isn't a Sportsbook or Casino, Criticizes New York Lawsuit
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Kalshi Enforcement Head Says Platform Isn't a Sportsbook or Casino, Criticizes New York Lawsuit

Kalshi's Head of Enforcement, Robert DeNault, defended the platform's business model as it faces an ongoing legal battle in New York.
Legal
Federal Judge Rules Utah Gambling Laws Apply to Kalshi
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Federal Judge Rules Utah Gambling Laws Apply to Kalshi

A federal judge has sided with Utah in its legal battle with Kalshi, ruling that federal law doesn't prevent the state from enforcing its gambling laws.
Legal