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Market Is Declinng For Midwest Gaming And Its Continuing In June

Slow Sports Summer Creates Gaming Revenue Decline In Midwest US Casinos

The US casino markets of Illinois, Indiana, and Iowa continue to see a decline in revenue and sports betting handle during the summer months.

Posted on: July 20, 2022 | | Nicholaus Garcia

Iowa Gaming Bill Could Pause New Cedar Rapids Casino Until 2024

Iowa Gaming Bill Could Push New Cedar Rapids Casino To 2024

If Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds signs a gaming bill passed by state lawmakers, it will push back a new Cedar Rapids casino for two years.

Posted on: June 1, 2022 | | Nicholaus Garcia

Part 3 Midwest 2022 Governors Elections For Gambling

2022 Gubernatorial Races & Gambling: 3 Midwestern States With Expansion In Play

The 2022 gubernatorial elections that could have an impact on gambling include races in multiple Midwestern states.

Posted on: May 25, 2022 | | Derek Helling

Esports Will Be Added In New Bill For Iowa Gambling

eSports Wagering Included In New Iowa Gambling Bill

Iowa lawmakers are hopeful a new gaming bill can pass through the State Senate. The bill includes wagering on eSports and cashless payments.

Posted on: March 9, 2022 | | Nicholaus Garcia

Online Casino Bill Fails In Iowa This Year And Pushed Back Till 2023

Online Casino Bill In Iowa Already Pushed To 2023

A state bill to legalize Iowa online casinos does not have the votes to pass this year, but lawmakers are optimistic for 2023.

Posted on: February 8, 2022 | | Nicholaus Garcia

Iowa Sports Betting Passes $2 Billion, Adds To Already Strong Midwest Market

Iowa sports betting becomes 10th state to record over $2 billion in sports betting revenue, while Illinois continues to be top 3 in US market.

Posted on: January 12, 2022 | | Nicholaus Garcia

The Midwest Breaking Records In Sports Betting

Midwest States Setting Big Sports Betting Records

Illinois, Indiana, and Iowa each set new sports betting records for November, solidifying the Midwest as a true gaming destination.

Posted on: December 20, 2021 | | Nicholaus Garcia

PlayUSA Rewind: Remote Registration Works Magic For Iowa Sports Betting

In the latest US gambling news, Iowa sports betting numbers tick up, bills emerge in Arizona, and Super Bow betting traffic explodes.

Posted on: February 10, 2021 | | Nicholaus Garcia

PlayUSA Rewind: WynnBET Gains Market Access To A Bevy Of New States

In the latest gambling news, WynnBET plans to launch in 7 states, Iowa betting handle reaches $104 million in December, and Louisiana gaming's rough 2020.

Posted on: January 20, 2021 | | Nicholaus Garcia

PlayUSA Rewind: Sports Betting Operator Rush Street Gets In On Wall Street

In the latest news, Rush Street Interactive becomes the newest betting operator to become a publically traded company, plus William Hill and Golden Nugget news.

Posted on: January 6, 2021 | | Nicholaus Garcia