Location: Virginia
Churchill Downs lays out casino development slate in Kentucky, Virginia
Kentucky will open its seventh Churchill Downs-branded casino in early 2025. The 700-gaming-machine Owensboro Racing & Gaming will... more
Virginia’s three casinos top $50 million in January gaming revenue
A trio of casinos in the Virginia generated revenues of $52.9 million in January, according to a report from their governing body, the... more
$1.2M donated by developer, allies as Virginia legislature considered Fairfax casino
Comstock Holding Companies, its associates and employees donated a total of $1,247,993 in contributions to political candidates and... more
Virginia: Ruling in Waterside developer’s $100 million casino lawsuit delayed after appellate judge’s recusal
It’s taking longer than expected for a ruling in a $100 million lawsuit brought by Waterside District owners against the city of Norfolk... more
Virginia: Bristol’s permanent Hard Rock Hotel and Casino on target for summer opening
As guests placed their bets on the Super Bowl at the Bristol Casino’s sportsbook, crews are building up Bristol’s next big attraction. The... more
Third time the charm: Virginia Senate approves Petersburg casino referendum
After two years of snake-eyes in the state Senate, Petersburg finally hit the jackpot for getting its long-desired casino. On Friday, that... more
Desire for safeguards causes Virginia skill game legalization holdup
In late 2023, a court ruling led to increased enforcement of a skill game ban across Virginia. After small business outcry following the... more
After referendum fails twice, Virginia lawmakers take Richmond casino off the table
Three months after Richmond voters rejected a plan to bring a casino to the city for a second time, Virginia lawmakers voted unanimously to... more
Senators reject bill to allow gambling on Virginia college teams
A Senate committee has rejected a bill that would allow Virginia residents to bet on the state’s college sports teams. Some worry... more
Virginia: City officials, Pamunkey Tribe mum on what’s happening with Norfolk casino
The Pamunkey Indian Tribe was supposed to be well on its way to city approval and construction of its proposed HeadWaters Resort and... more


