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Exterior view of the Sphere entertainment venue in Las Vegas against a clear blue sky
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Sphere Entertainment Beats Q2 2026 Revenue Forecasts

Sphere Entertainment's Q2 2026 revenue climbed 11% to $313.6 million, beating forecasts as shares jumped nearly 6% on strong Las Vegas demand.
Las Vegas
Photo by Yinan Chen, Public Domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

Lawsuit Filed Challenging Wisconsin’s New Online Betting Law

A conservative Wisconsin group has filed a lawsuit challenging Wisconsin’s proposed online sports betting market. It alleges that the state violated several laws by expanding gambling without a public vote and handing sole licensing rights over to the tribes.
Sports Betting
Wynn Delays UAE Casino Opening
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Setbacks Delay Wynn’s UAE Casino, Which Now Costs $5.7Bn

Although regional guests will have to wait another half-of-a-year, Wynn CEO Craig Billings said that work was continuing at a “rapid pace.”
Industry
Suge Knight poses with Nick Leisure at a nightclub event
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Suge Knight Named Witness in Tupac Shakur Trial

Suge Knight is listed as an expected witness in Duane Davis' Tupac Shakur murder trial, despite once vowing never to testify.
Las Vegas
Exterior view of Red Rock Casino Resort in Las Vegas with curved glass facade at sunset
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Red Rock Resorts Posts Strong Q2 2026 Amid Renovation

Red Rock Resorts reported its second-best Q2 ever, with revenue of $510.3 million topping Wall Street forecasts despite construction.
Las Vegas
Trump Headed to Las Vegas
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

President Trump in Las Vegas, Will Speak at Casino About Tip Taxes on Wednesday

His visit to Red Rock is expected to highlight his “No Tax on Tips” policy, which was enacted under the One Big Beautiful Bill.
Industry
Bally's illuminated red sign and glowing archway entrance at night in Las Vegas
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Bally's Completes $30M Acquisition of Sam's Town Shreveport

Bally's Corporation finalized its $30 million acquisition of Sam's Town Shreveport from Boyd Gaming, expanding its Louisiana presence.
Industry
Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion walking toward the Emerald City in a scene from The Wizard of Oz
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Sphere Unveils Wizard of Oz 2.0 for September Debut

Sphere Entertainment will debut an upgraded Wizard of Oz experience in September, featuring new witch scenes and flying monkeys.
Las Vegas
Allegiant Air Airbus A319 aircraft in flight, ahead of the airline's new free drinks and Allegiant First seating launch
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Allegiant Air Adds Free Drinks and New First Class Seats

Allegiant Air is rolling out free inflight beverages and launching Allegiant First, a new premium seating option debuting in 2027.
Las Vegas
Florida Weatherman in Court Over Gambling Records
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Celebrity Florida Weatherman Wants Court to Keep Gambling Records Secret

WINK argued that Devitt’s gambling records would show if he was enjoying time at the casino during the hours that he was supposed to be working.
Financial News