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Greenbrier Casino Receives Last-Second Extension
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

West Virginia’s Greenbrier Casino Gets Last-Second License Extension

The Greenbrier’s last-second move allowed it to become compliant with state regulations, thereby leading to a renewal of its gaming license.
Financial News
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Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

CFTC Announces Investigation Into Polymarket Ad Campaign

The CFTC has opened an investigation over social media ad campaign from Polymarket. The move comes after the Wall Street Journal released a report showing the operator was asking social media influencers to promote fake wins on its sports markets.
Sports Betting
Close-up of a classic slot machine with spinning reels and a 25-cent play sign
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Traveler Wins $3.3 Million Jackpot at Harry Reid Airport

A lucky traveler named Anthony hit a $3.3 million jackpot on a $10 slot spin during a layover at Harry Reid International Airport.
Las Vegas
Police line do not cross tape at night with red and blue lights in background
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Woman Arrested in Casino Garage Over Mass Shooting Plot

Henderson police arrested Allison Howlett after seizing 52 firearms, including an automatic MP5, foiling an alleged mass shooting plot.
Las Vegas
Men "Out-Mathed" Bally's RI of $1.4 Million
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Men Connected to Italian Mafia “Out-Mathed” $1.4 Million from Bally’s Casino

Giuseppe “Little Joe” Manzi, the supposed head honcho of the ring, was single-handedly responsible for $1.2 million of the winnings.
Industry
Crowds of visitors walking along Fremont Street Experience in Las Vegas at night under the LED canopy
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Las Vegas Visitation Rebounds After Months of Slow Tourism

Las Vegas visitor arrivals climbed 2% in May 2026 to 3.48 million, marking a rare upturn after months of sluggish tourism metrics.
Las Vegas
BetMGM Alberta Opens Pre-Registration Ahead of July 13 Launch
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

BetMGM Alberta Opens Pre-Registration Ahead of July 13 Launch

Alberta's regulated online gambling market officially launches on July 13.
Industry
Las Vegas Strip at sunset with traffic and lit-up casino resorts along the road
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Las Vegas Strip Gaming Revenue Climbs 13.2% in May 2026

Las Vegas Strip gaming revenue climbed 13.2% in May 2026 to $807.9 million, marking the eighth-best month in state history.
Las Vegas
Bills Name Seneca Resorts & Casinos as Stadium Partner
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Seneca Resorts & Casinos Named Founding Partner of Bills’ New Stadium

As all parties celebrated the announcement of the partnership, the Bills acknowledged they were on historic land that belonged to the Seneca Nation.
Industry
CFTC Sues Kentucky Over Prediction Market Dispute
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

CFTC Sues Kentucky Over Prediction Market Dispute

The dispute centers on whether states or the CFTC have authority over sports event contracts.
Legal