Gambling News - 'North america'
Industry
May 8, 2025
Montana Now Sliver Away from Prohibiting Sweepstakes Casinos
If you are a sweepstakes social casino operator in Montana, things are not looking up for you. The sector has come under a lot of pressure in the United States as a whole, but Montana is leading the charge, with the state legislature agreeing that sweepstakes social casinos are just a veiled form of gambling, […]
Industry
May 8, 2025
Dog Sitter Cancels, Couple Wins $1M as a Result
Michael H and Betty, his wife, had it all planned out. Leave the dog with a professional dog sitter and head over to Mexico’s Sea of Cortez – i.e. Rocky Point and have a romantic getaway. With everything booked on the calendar, one minor last-minute change upset their entire plan – their dog sitter had […]
Casino
May 8, 2025
Bill in Pennsylvania Seeks to Reduce Minimum Slot Requirement
A bill in Pennsylvania would make it easier for physical casinos to open doors or make changes to their existing layouts. The proposed legislation, Senate Bill 666, backed by Senator Dan Laughlin, would remove the requirement that Category 1 and Category 2 casinos have at least 1,500 slot machines on their gaming floors to enter […]
Legal
May 7, 2025
Woman Stole $60K from Fred Meyer to Fuel Gambling Habit
A former Fred Meyer employee from Oregon City has admitted to embezzling $60,000 over 2022 and 2023 from the company to support her gambling addiction. Oregonian Woman Found Guilty of Stealing Money to Fuel Gambling Habit Rainbow Melodi Stammet, 43, was found guilty on two counts of theft in Clackamas County on Tuesday. According to officials, […]
Legal
May 7, 2025
HG Vora Sues PENN for Reducing Board Election Seats
HG Vora Capital Management, one of PENN Entertainment’s activist investors, has accused the latter company of violating the law by reducing the board seats for election at its upcoming shareholder meeting. HG Vora now seeks an injunction that would make PENN’s recent Board Reduction Scheme invalid. HG Vora Says PENN Violated PA Business Laws PENN […]
Sports
May 7, 2025
2025 AdventHealth 400 NASCAR Odds, Time, and Prediction
Kyle Larson is coming to Kansas bearing the badge of the No. 1 favorite with 2025 AdventHealth 400 odds of +375. He did well in last weekend’s race as well, leading most laps and finishing in fourth place. Will he do better on May 11? Keep reading to find out! 2025 AdventHealth 400 Odds Driver […]
Casino
May 7, 2025
Ex-Attorney Sentenced for $8.7M Las Vegas Investor Scam
A court has given a 21-month federal prison sentence to a former Newport Beach attorney. This lawyer now disbarred, took almost $9 million from investors and spent it on a lavish way of life in Las Vegas. Disgraced Lawyer Sentenced After Scam Funds Luxury Life and Las Vegas Binge Gambling Sara Jacqueline King, 41, confessed […]
Industry
May 7, 2025
Smokey Robinson Faces $50M Lawsuit Over Sexual Assault Allegations
Four former housekeepers have filed a $50 million civil lawsuit against Motown legend and Las Vegas star Smokey Robinson. Lawsuit Alleges 20 Years of Abuse by Famed Singer and His Wife The 85-year-old singer stands accused of repeated sexual abuse spanning almost 20 years. The lawsuit claims Robinson committed rape, sexual battery, and false imprisonment. […]
Casino
May 7, 2025
Wynn Resorts Sees Drop in Q1 Results While Expanding Globally
Wynn Resorts saw a fall in many important financial measures in the first quarter of 2025. The company fell short of what the market expected, showing it faced difficulties in both the US and overseas markets. Revenue Drops to $1.7B as Wynn Falls Short of Forecasts The company brought in $1.7 billion in revenue, missing […]
Casino
May 7, 2025
Ohio Considers Expanding into Online Casino and Poker
House Bill 96 may change things in Ohio, as the state is now actively debating whether it should shed the vestiges of old and embrace innovation such as iGaming and online poker. The idea is simple – since the Buckeye State already has sports betting, add online casino and poker to round off the experience […]