Casino
February 20, 2026
Local Prosecutor in Missouri Readies to Enforce New Gambling Machine Mandates
Missouri prosecutors are preparing to get tougher on gambling machines, which were recently deemed to be illegal, although the referring judge stopped short of calling them “slots” or “gambling,” noting that it was not down for him to decide this. Missouri’s Counties Ready to Act Against Gambling Machines In the meantime, Charles County Prosecutor Joseph […]
Industry
February 19, 2026
Missouri Bill to Regulate Gray-Market Slot Machines Narrowly Passes House
On Wednesday, the Missouri House narrowly passed a bill by just one vote that would establish a state-operated video lottery system and phase out unregulated “gray market” slot machines. Missouri House Passes Bill by One Vote Under the proposal, the Missouri Lottery would be authorized to license and oversee video lottery terminals (VLTs) placed in […]
Casino
February 18, 2026
Missouri Federal Judge Rules Gambling Machines Illegal
US District Judge John A. Ross may have finally brought some relief in a high-profile case that has had business owners, gambling machine manufacturers, and lawmakers on edge for years now. Judge Ross has ruled that gambling machines such as the ones distributed by Torch Electronics are indeed “gambling devices,” and not “games of skill,” […]
Legal
February 11, 2026
Missouri AG Goes After Stores Operating “Illegal” Gambling Machines
Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway is delivering on her threats to go after small venues, such as gas stations and retail stores, that host gambling machines that her office contends are not regulated and breach consumer protection and gambling laws in the state. Missouri’s AG Doubles Down on Opposition to Gambling Machines Five such properties […]
Industry
February 6, 2026
Missouri VLTs Under Fire as AG Launches Investigation
Catherine Hanaway, Missouri’s Attorney General, confirmed the launch of sweeping investigations into the controversial video lottery terminals (VLGs) in the state. While Hanaway said that she doesn’t mind if the machines get legalized, she vowed to take appropriate action until they are. Missouri Launches Investigation into VLTs VLTs are a controversial gray area form of […]
Casino
February 4, 2026
Missouri Residents Unsure if VLTs Should Be Banned
The city of Springfield has seen a heightened law enforcement activity in recent weeks, with police officers seizing video lottery terminals at bars and gas stations. The reason? Attorney General Catherine Hanaway has ruled that these machines breach local gambling laws and ought to be removed willingly or forcibly if businesses refuse. Springfield Residents Displeased […]
Industry
February 3, 2026
Missouri Bill to Legalize Store Slot Machines Moves Forward
A bill moving forward in a Missouri House committee on Monday would give companies two years to remove unregulated convenience store slot machines. The bill, spearheaded by Rep. Bill Hardwick, a Dixon Republican, would legalize video lottery terminals, require operators to be licensed, and place the Missouri Lottery in charge of regulating the games. Lawmakers […]
Casino
February 2, 2026
Osage Nation Casino Near Lake Ozark Moves Closer to Reality
The Osage Nation Casino, which is expected to land on a 28-acre site near Lake Ozark in Miller County, Missouri, has taken a new step in what has so far proven to be a particularly lengthy process. The latter included a series of local agreements aimed at infrastructure, services, and revenue sharing. “Legally Sound and […]
Sports
January 27, 2026
Circa Sports Becomes the Kansas City Royals’ New Partner
Circa Sports, a Las Vegas-based sports betting company, has penned a new partnership with the Kansas City Royals, a Major League Baseball (MLB) franchise. The agreement will see the two parties join forces to unleash a plethora of engaging experiences for fans of the MLB team. A Royal Partnership According to the announcement, the partnership […]
Industry
January 26, 2026
Woman Sentenced for Scam That Defrauded Missouri Lottery
Amy Young, 42, has been sentenced by US District Judge Douglas Harpool to 23 months in prison. Young was brought on charges of a wire fraud conspiracy and a wire fraud scheme. Fraudulent Credit Card Transactions Used to Funnel Funds Off Lottery, Private Business As part of these illicit operations, Young targeted the Missouri Lottery […]
