Will Online Gambling Become Legal in the U.S.?
Politicians in the U.S. are making noise about legalizing and taxing online gambling in order to take some pressure off of depleted government coffers, but the idea is facing strong opposition from Republicans, conservative groups and pro sports leagues.
Apr. 27 gambling news online

New Jersey Legislature approves online gambling bill
The New Jersey Assembly voted 63-11 to allow Atlantic City casino operators to offer online gambling to New Jersey residents. The bill, passed the New Jersey Senate 29-5 in November, and is headed to the Gov. Chris Christie's desk for his signature. If the Republican governor signs the bill into law, New Jersey would become the first state to license and regulate online gambling the U.S.
Jan. 14 gambling news online

Donald Trump in Vegas
"Our leaders are stupid, they are stupid people," the billionaire told an audience of approximately 1000 people at the Treasure Island hotel and casino on the Las Vegas strip hosted by several Republican women's groups.
Apr. 30 gambling news online

Canadian pleads guilty in online gambling case
A Canadian citizen, caught up in the U.S. government’s attempt to crack down on online gambling, pleaded guilty to illegally moving gambling funds and will be sentenced by a New York judge in September.
May. 14 gambling news online

INTERNET GAMING: Baca, local tribes oppose legalization
A plan to legalize online gambling moved forward this week in the U.S. House of Representatives, raising concerns from an Inland lawmaker and area tribes, who say the legislation would cut into California's casino business and imperil thousands of jobs around the state.
Aug. 1 gambling news online

Visitors are spending less in Las Vegas
The study found hotel spending per night was down 25% in 2009, to about $76; the average cost of a tour package was down 14%, to about $640; and the total spent on restaurants was down 8%, to about $250.
Mar. 23 gambling news online