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Direct Democracy Remains Florida’s Best Chance at Gambling Expansion

Though the outlook isn't favorable, gambling expansion in Florida could see progress behind a citizen-drive ballot initiative

Posted on: February 3, 2025 | | Hill Kerby

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Hard Rock Tampa’s $65 Million Renovations Include Expanded Buffet, More Slots, and Smoke-Free Hotel Rooms

The Seminole Tribe of Florida has poured $65 million into renovations for Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa, and it shows. Earlier this month, a ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the conclusion of the renovation project, which began last year. Many of the sections of the property under renovation remained open to the public throughout. However, […]

Posted on: January 27, 2025 | | Dan Holmes

Miami Heat Makes Hard Rock Bet Its Official Sportsbook Partner

The Miami Heat has named Hard Rock Bet, Florida's only legal real-money sportsbook, as its official sports betting partner.

Posted on: January 21, 2025 | | Dan Holmes

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Gulfstream Park Could Offer Slots With or Without Live Races Under New Legislation

A new bill would decouple Gulfstream Park's pari-mutuel and slots licenses, allowing the track to continue offering slots without racing.

Posted on: January 15, 2025 | | JR Duren

Florida Regulators Shut Down Five Illegal Gambling Operations in Brevard County

Five establishments offering illegal casino games were shuttered by law enforcement in conjunction with an investigation by the Florida Gaming Control Commission (FGCC) earlier this month. More than $845,000 was seized in the communities of Melbourne, Merritt Island, and Palm Bay in Brevard County during those raids. The FGCC also coordinated the seizure of two illegal […]

Posted on: December 13, 2024 | | Dan Holmes

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Hillsborough Police Arrest Suspect in Hard Rock Casino ‘Toilet Bomb’ Case

A man suspected of having placed remote-controlled explosive devices in the washroom at Seminole Hard Rock Casino in Hollywood, Florida, has been arrested and is awaiting trial. Forty-six-year old Bryan Robert Eckley was arrested by Hillsborough County law enforcement on Oct. 30, following an investigation by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. According to officials, […]

Posted on: November 7, 2024 | | Dan Holmes