Lottery
January 20, 2026
Florida Man Wins $15M from Scratcher, Takes $9M Lump-Sum Payment
The Florida Lottery announced a lucky local as the recipient of an eight-figure prize from one of its scratch-off games. The money the winner actually took, however, was much less since he made the somewhat divisive, if usual, decision to go with the lump-sum option. The Man Chose the Lump-Sum Payment A few days ago, […]
Casino
January 19, 2026
Dragon Link Player Scoops $157K Jackpot in Florida
Aristocrat and the Seminole Classic Casino in Hollywood, Florida, celebrated yet another big-time winner for the supplier’s acclaimed and player-favorite Dragon Link series slots. A player was able to turn a mere $2.20 on a $0.05 denomination to scoop up a $157,744.52 jackpot last Thursday, playing Aristocrat’s Dragon Link Golden Century slot machine, an excellent […]
Legal
January 14, 2026
Trying to Cash in Stolen Ticket Lands Florida Man in Jail
A Florida man has been arrested after allegedly trying to claim a six-figure lottery prize with a stolen ticket. Since the Sunshine State treats lottery tickets as a personal possession worth the prize it wins, the man now risks up to several decades in prison. Electronic Data Determined the Ticket Had Been Stolen A few […]
Industry
January 13, 2026
Seminole Hard Rock Introduces BOMBERMAN Slots in Florida
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood becomes the first casino in Florida to launch Konami Gaming’s all-new BOMBERMAN™ slots, introducing one of the world’s oldest and most legendary video game franchises to the casino floors in the state. BOMBERMAN Slots Launch in Florida The debut includes two new titles, BOMBERMAN BLAST™ and BOMBERMAN BOOM™, […]
Casino
January 13, 2026
Florida Removes 230 Illegal Slot Machines During Ex-Sheriff-Linked Raid
Authorities in Florida have shut down three illegal gambling operations in Lake County, including one casino allegedly tied to former Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez. Over 200 Slot Machines Seized The raids followed Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier’s description of June 4 as “a solemn day for Florida,” following Lopez’s arrest over his alleged role […]
Casino
January 9, 2026
Florida Senator Pushes Broad Gambling Overhaul and Strips DEI Rules
A Florida lawmaker wants to change how the state oversees gaming, crack down on illegal gambling, and get rid of diversity rules in state law. Sen. Clay Yarborough brought this big plan to the 2026 legislative session. His proposal aims to make major changes to laws about illegal slot machines, online betting sites, and more. […]
Industry
January 6, 2026
Florida Doubled Down on Stopping Illegal Gaming in 2025
The Florida Gaming Control Commission (FGCC) has continued its war on illegal gambling, resulting in the crackdowns of multiple unauthorized gaming dens in 2025. The Crackdowns Yielded Impressive Results In a report published on December 30, the FGCC outlined the results of its continued gambling enforcement efforts, saying that they have yielded “impressive results.” The […]
Lottery
January 2, 2026
Florida Man Won $5M Lottery Prize in Time for the Holidays
For many people, the New Year’s celebrations represent a time to reflect and make new resolutions. While not everyone sticks to their New Year’s resolutions, one man from Florida will certainly experience many new opportunities in 2026 thanks to a $5 million lottery prize. The Man Grabbed the Game’s Top Prize According to the Florida […]
Sports
December 24, 2025
Florida Bill Rekindles Fight Over Live Horse Racing
Florida legislators filed House Bill 881 as a new attempt to rekindle the long-running fight regarding the future of live horse racing in the Sunshine State, as well as the industry that heavily depends on it. The Liberating “Decoupling” Measure The bill, introduced Tuesday by Rep. Adam Anderson, a Republican from Pinellas County, would enable […]
Casino
December 23, 2025
Florida Man Arrested for Allegedly Defrauding Elderly Hurricane Victims
Police in Florida have arrested a man who allegedly organized a fraud scheme that preyed on elderly residents during the chaotic aftermath of Hurricane Milton. His actions reportedly left dozens of victims without savings and without promised repairs, leaving them especially vulnerable. A police investigation revealed that a significant portion of the funds fueled the […]
