Industry
May 12, 2026
Michigan Launches Program to Educate Teens on the Risks of Gambling
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) announced the launch of Don’t Bet on Your Future, a statewide campaign designed to protect young people in Michigan from the increasing risks associated with underage and problem gambling. Michigan Gaming Control Board Launches Don’t Bet on Your Future With a straightforward message, the campaign aims to state that […]
Industry
May 8, 2026
Michigan Hits Pause on Betting Tax Hike
A proposal to raise sports betting taxes in Michigan has encountered a significant roadblock. Lawmakers in both chambers have advanced budget plans that exclude Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s proposal for a per-bet tax on sportsbooks. This omission shows that lawmakers are hesitant to make any drastic changes that could have long-term effects on Michigan’s growing gaming […]
Casino
April 27, 2026
Island Resort & Casino to Open New Golf Course
Island Resort & Casino, a casino and hospitality property in Michigan, is preparing to expand its entertainment offering with a new golf course. The new course will complement the resort’s two existing courses and cement it as a top place to enjoy gaming and golfing alike. The Property Already Has Two Courses As mentioned, Island […]
Lottery
April 23, 2026
Michigan Man Played Lottery After Watching TikTok & Won $500K
The Michigan Lottery announced two winners of $500K prizes from its instant games. These included a man from Detroit, as well as a resident of Saginaw County. TikTok Inspiration Turned Into a $500,000 Payday The first win was announced on April 22, with the Michigan Lottery confirming Grosjieon Moore as the recipient of a $500,000 […]
Lottery
April 23, 2026
Michigan Player Wins $1M Match 5 Prize from Powerball, Jackpot Reaches $118M
The Powerball jackpot has remained elusive, but that couldn’t be said about the game’s second-tier prizes, since yet another player scooped up a million-dollar payout from the game. In the meantime, the Saturday drawing will provide players with another shot at the nine-figure jackpot. Michigan Player Takes a Seven-Figure Prize Home The drawing that took […]
Business
April 20, 2026
Bet365 Enters Michigan as Its 17th US Market
Leading online betting and gaming operator bet365, announced that it has entered Michigan as its 17th US jurisdiction. The move aligns with the company’s North American strategy and its broader pursuit of an expanded global footprint. Players in the Great Lake State Will Get the Full Bet365 Experience According to the announcement, bet365 has made […]
Casino
April 16, 2026
Hard Rock Bet Casino Michigan Player Secures $224K Payout
The Hard Rock Bet Casino continues to produce big winners, with the casino awarding a $224,944 Mega Jackpot only recently. The win comes only a few weeks after a very similar Mega Jackpot jackpot – $225,216 – was paid to a local player again. Big Jackpot Won at Hard Rock Bet Casino Online Again This […]
Industry
April 8, 2026
Michigan Goes After 45 Illegal Gambling Websites
Gambling licenses in Michigan are issued by the Michigan Gambling Control Board (MGCB), and it is the Board that oversees the industry. Now, the regulator has issued 45 cease-and-desist letters to companies that it has found to be operating illegally in the state. MGCB Takes Aim at Dozens of “Illegal” Gambling Websites These “offshore gambling […]
Poker
April 7, 2026
Convicted Poker Pro Wants to Win Restitution Money by Playing
Last year, George Janssen, a poker professional from Michigan, was slammed with a conviction due to his involvement in a $4 million auto loan fraud. While Janssen pleaded guilty, he now hopes to secure a lighter sentence that would allow him to earn the restitution money via poker. Janssen Wants to Repay What He Owes […]
Lottery
April 3, 2026
Michigan Lottery Awards $1.1M Lotto 47 Jackpot to Bay County Woman
A lucky woman in Michigan has won the $1.1 million jackpot from the lottery’s Lotty 47 game. In an interview with lottery representatives, she said that she had been playing the game for decades and was excited to finally have her big moment. The Winner’s Loyalty Finally Paid Off In its official announcement, the Michigan […]
