Kentucky News
Casino City’s Friday Five: Tax hike, jackpots and upgrades edition
6 June 2025
After a controversial new budget was approved, online sports betting in Illinois is going to look a little different with a new tax placed on each bet.
The Mint Gaming Hall at Kentucky Downs opening sportsbook5 June 2025
Opening this summer, the largest sportsbook in Kentucky will feature an 80-foot-wide LED screen, a 31-foot-wide odds board and over 5,100 square feet of action-packed space.
Sovereignty wins the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby3 May 2025
Sovereignty, owned and bred by Godolphin, LLC, trained by William Mott, and ridden by Junior Alvarado, thundered to the finish to win by a length and a half at 7-1 odds.
Pari-mutuel horse racing added to Caesars Sportsbook app in Kentucky and Colorado29 April 2025
The company announced it successfully integrated pari-mutuel horse race wagering into the Caesars Sportsbook app in two U.S. jurisdictions ahead of this year’s Kentucky Derby.
Churchill Downs announces 2025 Kentucky Derby style guide24 April 2025
The Kentucky racetrack announced a slate of partners and on-site brand experiences for the 151st Kentucky Derby, taking place on 3 May.
Updates on capital projects announced for Churchill Downs Racetrack23 April 2025
Churchill Downs Incorporated announced today renovations of the existing Finish Line Suites and The Mansion at Churchill Downs Racetrack with expected completion in April 2026.
FanDuel gears up for the 151st Kentucky Derby23 April 2025
As an official partner of Churchill Downs, FanDuel is off to the races for the 151st “Run for the Roses” with the sportsbook app where fans can bet on the Kentucky Derby.
Top 10 sports-betting events for 202524 February 2025
Here, we take a look at 10 events taking place in 2025 that could receive the same kind of betting action and attention at U.S. sportsbooks as the Super Bowl and record-setting 4 Nations Face-Off.
Churchill Downs announces major upgrades to racetrack21 February 2025
The series of transformational projects will enhance and expand the Kentucky Derby experience across three key areas of Churchill Downs Racetrack, marking the largest expansion and renovation undertaken by the company in its 150-year history.
Circa Sports to host college football watch party in Kentucky1 October 2024
Circa Sports Kentucky is calling all Western Kentucky fans to Hilligans Sports Bar & Grill on Wednesday, 16 October to cheer on the Hilltoppers as they take on Sam Houston.
DraftKings Sportsbook opens at The Mint Gaming Hall Bowling Green12 September 2024
The sportsbook in Kentucky features six kiosks, two over-the-counter windows, ample lounge seating, and provides guests with a viewing experiences with more than 30 televisions.
Top 10 casino openings and expansions for August 202412 August 2024
Tropicana Las Vegas closed its doors earlier this summer to make way for a Major League Baseball park. But luckily, for that one door closing, we have numerous others that are opening and changing for the better.
Circa Sports to debut temporary sportsbook at Kentucky Downs9 August 2024
New sports betting destination to offer the industry's highest betting limits beginning 12 August with the permanent book anticipated to open in the Summer of 2025.
Casino City’s Friday Five: A new look Las Vegas edition2 August 2024
The Tropicana Las Vegas is set to be imploded soon after shutting its doors earlier this year, plus another Las Vegas resort has joined a new loyalty program.
Churchill Downs reveals Grandstand Club and Pavilion renovation plan26 July 2024
Construction on the Grandstand Club and Pavilion is scheduled to begin in August with completion planned in time for the 151st Kentucky Derby in May 2025.
Governor says Kentucky sports betting exceeding expectations11 July 2024
Gov. Andy Beshear reports over $37 million in revenue and emphasizes responsible gambling efforts and economic benefits for the state.
Circa Sports launches mobile app in Kentucky14 May 2024
Marking the fifth state for Circa Sports, the app is now available for download through partnership with the Cumberland Run harness track in Corbin, Kentucky.
Casino City’s Friday Five: Jackpots, openings, and the Kentucky Derby edition10 May 2024
Last weekend, the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby took place. While Mystik Dan took home the win, record betting amounts came flying in.
Mystik Dan wins 150th running of the Kentucky Derby5 May 2024
A crowd of nearly 157,000 Derby fans gathered at Churchill Downs to witness Mystik Dan claim the Garland of Roses at the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve at 18-1 odds.
Kentucky native Wyonna Judd to perform National Anthem at Kentucky Derby12 April 2024
The five-time GRAMMY award-winner will help kick off the historic 150th Run for the Roses at Churchill Downs as part of a star-studded weekend that will also include Martha Stewart, Sonny Choi and Lana Scott.
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