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Gaming News Archives - Page 4441Louisiana Casinos Report Mixed Results15 June 2004
News Brief: Harrah's New Orleans Casino set a revenue record in May, according to numbers released Monday by Louisiana State Police auditors, while a new promotion at Bally's Casino New Orleans does not appear to be making significant changes in the ailing riverboat's fortunes.
Hilton Buyer Gets License Approval from Gaming Board15 June 2004
The Nevada Gaming Control Board, paving the way for the $280 million sale of the Las Vegas Hilton, on Monday gave its approval to granting gaming licenses for buyer Colony Capital.
Harrah's Louisiana Purchase Approved15 June 2004
News Brief: The nine-member Louisiana Gaming Control Board voted unanimously Monday to approve the sale of Horseshoe Casino in Bossier City to Harrah's Entertainment, Inc.
Light Show: Bright Night on Fremont Street15 June 2004
They say the neon lights are bright on Broadway, but with apologies to singer George Benson, New York's most-bedazzling thoroughfare had nothing on Fremont Street on Monday evening.
Casino Companies Win with Tribes15 June 2004
News Brief: Casino companies that manage tribal casinos have become one of the hottest plays on Wall Street.
Strength Seen for Local Economy, Economist Forecasts 8.8 Percent Jump in '04 Gaming Revenue15 June 2004
Larger-than-expected growth in Southern Nevada's gaming revenue and visitor volume suggests the economic expansion will continue through the next 18 months, a local economist said Monday.
Hoosier Park at Anderson Concludes 2004 Standardbred Meet15 June 2004
Total wagering reached $43.3 million for the 60-day meet compared to $31.6 million during the 50-day meet in 2003.
Jai Alai Flouders, Fan Base Shrinks14 June 2004
News Brief: Until the early 1990's, there were 14 frontons, buildings that house jai alai courts, operating in four states. Now, only two frontons hold jai alai competitions year-round.
Pennsylvania Senator Proposes Slot Plan14 June 2004
News Brief: A proposal by Pennsylvania state Senator Vince Fumo currently circulating at the state Capitol in Harrisburg would prevent companies, including Penn National Gaming, from having financial control of more than one slots facility.
Powerball Jackpot Reaches $38 Million14 June 2004
Since no one correctly matched all six numbers in Saturday's drawing the
jackpot will grow to an estimated $38 million.
Mega Millions Jackpot Reaches $100 Million14 June 2004
Since no ticket matched the June 11 numbers, the June 15th Mega Millions jackpot is to reach an estimated $100 Million.
Wynn Bets on Cheap Loan Deal14 June 2004
International News Brief: Underwriters for a $397 million loan facility to be used for the construction of Wynn Resorts Macau's first hotel and casino project in the enclave are offering lower pricing than similar deals in recent history.
Wynn Bets on Cheap Loan Deal14 June 2004
International News Brief: Underwriters for a $397 million loan facility to be used for the construction of Wynn Resorts Macau's first hotel and casino project in the enclave are offering lower pricing than similar deals in recent history.
Wynn Bets on Cheap Loan Deal14 June 2004
International News Brief: Underwriters for a $397 million loan facility to be used for the construction of Wynn Resorts Macau's first hotel and casino project in the enclave are offering lower pricing than similar deals in recent history.
Tribal Donation Aimed at Reviving Treatment Program14 June 2004
The Muckleshoot Indian Tribe says it is donating $350,000 toward problem gambling treatment.
Connecticut Tribes Wait for Federal Ruling14 June 2004
News Brief: Connecticut, with a pair of flourishing Indian casinos in hand and possibly two more on the way, will learn this week whether additional tribes will earn the chance to try to join the gambling boom.
Video Game Giant Drops 'Net Gambling Ads14 June 2004
Electronic Arts Inc., whose "Madden NFL" games sell more copies than any other sports video game, said it will stop posting online casino advertisements in its Web site, the New York Times reported.
Canadian City Wins with Casinos14 June 2004
News Brief: A grassroots drive to land casino gaming in Niagara Falls, a movement that became a political mantra, began an almost unprecedented era of growth in the region's hospitality industry.
Mandalay is Weighing Sweetened Merger Deal14 June 2004
The biggest merger in casino industry history may be back on.
Gaming Hall of Fame Induction Held14 June 2004
Phil Satre, chairman of the American Gaming Association and Harrah's Entertainment chairman, spoke during the Gaming Hall of Fame dinner in Henderson on Friday.
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