A former Light & Wonder (NASDAQ: LNW) executive alleges being ordered to falsify financial reports in a recent whistleblower lawsuit, potentially indicating violations of federal securities laws.

A Cedar Rapids casino opposition group has voiced concerns about increased gambling in the area, while Wind Creek Chicago Southland advances its opening plans pending state approval.

Bally's faces an $800M financing challenge for its Chicago casino project, as Detroit casinos continue operating with limited services due to ongoing worker strikes.

Full House Resorts (NASDAQ: FLL) experienced a stock decline despite general stability in gaming stocks. Meanwhile, Missouri's approval of legalized sports betting triggered a rally in related stocks.

Recent Midwest casino developments include:

• WarHorse Casino Lincoln's expansion with new table games
• Century's new Missouri casino opening on November 1
• Marriott Hotel renovation near Rivers Casino Des Plaines
• Bally's Ozarks casino project renderings release
• Cedar Rapids casino proposal featuring Zach Johnson restaurant and STEM lab

In notable news, a Kansas City Chiefs superfan received a 17.5-year sentence for 11 bank robberies across multiple states. Iowa gaming regulators have commissioned market studies for the Cedar Rapids casino project.

Other significant developments:

• Hard Rock Rockford Casino opening with new bus stop
• Nebraska casinos providing property tax relief
• Bally's Chicago casino demolition commencement
• Nebraska online sports betting delay until 2027
• DraftKings' $3.5M contribution to Missouri sports betting PAC
• WarHorse Omaha's reopening after HVAC issues
• Missouri sports betting referendum approval
• Michigan Lottery player's $800K win
• Ameristar Casino Resort's convention center expansion

All developments reflect continuing growth and evolution in the Midwest gaming market, with multiple projects advancing despite various challenges and regulatory requirements.

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