Location: Texas
Texas: Thousands sign petition opposing planned Irving casino ahead of town hall
Thousands of people have signed a petition in opposition to an Irving rezoning proposal that would allow casino gaming — if legalized — in... more
Las Vegas Sands suggests killing massive Dallas-area arena, entertainment development if casino not approved
Las Vegas Sands’ vision for a destination resort in Irving is facing growing public resistance, with concerns over the proposed casino... more
Casinos and sports betting won’t win approval in Texas House, group of freshman GOP members say
A dozen Texas House Republicans who replaced pro-gambling lawmakers said this week they would oppose “any attempt to expand gambling” this... more
Texas: Irving could build a resort with room for casino gaming — but many residents are not happy
A mixed-use entertainment district that includes room for casino gaming — if legalized by the state of Texas — could be in the works in... more
New York cities face financial difficulties after loss of casino revenue
Some New York cities that benefited from casino funding are now facing difficulties in a number of key areas. A gaming compact between the... more
Texas: Debate continues over casino zoning
One of the city council members in Irving believes that the debate over casinos cannot continue in its current form. The subject has been a... more
EDITORIAL: Despite growing support, legislature isn’t likely to allow casinos in Texas
Every legislative session, more Texans join the effort to convince state lawmakers to allow casino gambling, or at least call for a... more
Controversy surrounding Texas Lottery isn’t helping supporters of casinos, sports betting
The recent controversies surrounding the lottery have dampened the prospects of Texas casino gambling and sports betting. If Texas can’t... more
Texas lottery drawings that paid out big jackpots are the focus of widening investigations
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Two major lottery drawings in Texas that put nearly $180 million in the pockets of winning ticket holders have... more
Texas: Irving City Council considering rezoning land owned by Adelson family for possible destination resort
The Adelson family, majority owners of the Dallas Mavericks, purchased a large plot of land near the former site of Texas Stadium in Irving... more
