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October 26, 2026
Casino City Times Weekly Newsletter
October 26, 2026 Latest From Our Strategy Experts | | Think you know the right strategy for Bonus Poker? Stickman examines the same hand under two different pay tables to show how a small change in payouts can change the correct play.
read more | | Featured StoryLocated in the Southern California, the project will add a 406-room hotel, 900 slot machines, new restaurants, convention space and other resort amenities, with the expansion scheduled to open in summer 2028. (Photo by Hard Rock International)
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 | The agreements with Kalshi and Polymarket put in place significant integrity protections for NBA-related markets, including limitations on permissible markets.
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 | The approximately 13,657-square-foot space features 48 table games and three private gaming salons offering high-limit baccarat, roulette and blackjack.
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Michigan's three commercial casinos reported $14 million in wagering taxes and municipal fees in September, as statewide online sports betting handle surged 64.9% from August, with adjusted gross receipts up 88.2% year over year.
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In September, Plainridge Park Casino, MGM Springfield, and Encore Boston Harbor generated approximately $82.69 million in gross gaming revenue.
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New regulations require gambling operators to identify at-risk patrons and provide phased interventions, while the state also announced free access to a gambling support app.
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Under the terms of a new regulatory settlement, PointsBet Canada will suspend its Ontario gaming operations for two days and undergo an independent compliance audit.
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 | The digital collectibles product brings the excitement of trading card pack openings directly to fans nationwide.
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The Arizona Department of Gaming suspended Turf Paradise's teletrack permit effective 16 October, citing a lack of property access and personnel needed to support wagering operations.
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The Coeur d’Alene Casino-owned golf course in Idaho improved seven places in Golfweek’s annual ranking of the nation’s best casino courses.
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 | On 15 October, a guest from New York was playing a Dragon Link slot at the Connecticut casino when the seven-figure jackpot hit.
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The guest, who wished to remain anonymous, was playing an Ultimate Fire Link Triple Nova slot at the California casino on 13 October when the $104,230 jackpot landed.
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A guest at the California casino hit the Grand Jackpot with a $5 wager during the Dragon Link Prosperous Hold & Spin bonus feature.
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The Connecticut casino reported a slot revenue of $30.2 million for September 2026, a decrease from the $34.1 million reported in August.
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 | Last week, a Grand Rapids guest playing Xtreme Heads-Up Hold'em at Four Winds New Buffalo triggered the Triple Diamond progressive bonus feature.
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 | The Las Vegas resort's Race Club returns from 19-21 November with luxury car displays, team merchandise, pre-race celebrations and a new Shoey Bar.
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 | The magic production featuring four international illusionists premiered at MGM Grand Theater last weekend, with performances scheduled through 5 January 2027.
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Seven-time GRAMMY Award-winning artist Alanis Morissette will kick off the celebration on 1 January, followed by multi-GRAMMY Award-winning, diamond-selling band Train on 2 January.
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The comedian, podcast host and television personality will be at The Cabaret Theater in Connecticut for two consecutive nights on 26 and 27 March 2027.
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Did You Know?
Utah officials have taken Kalshi to court over its event-based contracts, seeking up to $61.2 million in penalties and restrictions on the platform’s operations in the state.
Featured Game Birds in the City is a 6x5 slot that features a pay-anywhere system, meaning winning combinations are not restricted to traditional paylines. To learn more and to check out the sights and sounds of this slot, watch our video review. > More Birds in the City DetailsCasino City fans wantedFollow @casinocity on Twitter to keep up with the latest news from the gambling world. > Follow us Top 10 casino openings and expansions for October - Hard Rock Tejon expansion
- The International Room
- The Cove in AC
- Live! Casino Virginia
- Hollywood at Kansas Speedway
- Cabana sportsbook at the Bay
- Dragon Lair at The Rio
- Four Sixes Ranch Steakhouse
- Miss Loretta’s
- The Corner Store
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