Casinos Archives - Play Louisiana

Revenue reports from Louisiana casinos show a high number of online sports bettors. Potentially Texans driving over the border to gamble.

Posted on: July 13, 2022 | | Darren Cooper

The sale of the Belle of Baton Rouge to CQ Holding Company was finalized in May. The company’s president spoke of plans for the future.

Posted on: June 23, 2022 | | Marian Rosin

A DiamondJacks Casino sale is pending and Louisiana Gaming Control Board Chair Ronnie Johns is optimistic of the casino's land-based future.

Posted on: May 27, 2022 | | Marian Rosin

Everything local is what you get at Evangeline Downs. This is Louisiana racing to a Cajun heartbeat, and you don't want to miss it.

Posted on: May 16, 2022 | | Darren Cooper

The Hollywood Casino in Baton Rouge now has a temporary sportsbook enclave on the third floor in a partnership with DraftKings.

Posted on: April 7, 2022 | | Darren Cooper

Lafayette video poker was introduced at a recent February Council meeting. Councilman Naquin proposed tax revenue could be put toward aid.

Posted on: March 28, 2022 | | Marian Rosin

DiamondJacks Casino in Bossier has 60 days to sell its license in an extension granted by the Louisiana Gaming Control Board.

Posted on: February 24, 2022 | | Marian Rosin

The historic Mardi Gras Futurity horse race is back in March under new owners with the biggest prize purse and most nominated horses yet.

Posted on: February 16, 2022 | | Marian Rosin

Sam's Town and Amelia Belle both opened FanDuel sportsbooks at their Louisiana casinos in January. Both are operated by Boyd Gaming.

Posted on: February 3, 2022 | | Marian Rosin

Louisiana sports bettors can legally place a bet on sports via cell phones and computers with the launch of four new online sportsbooks.

Posted on: February 2, 2022 | | Marian Rosin