Gambling News - 'North america'
Poker
January 2, 2026
Supreme Court Lawyer Says He Lost Up to $15m from Poker
A whitecollar professional, and a Supreme Court lawyer of all things, should have a theoretical edge at the green felt, but that is not what always happened in the case of Tom Goldstein. The former Supreme Court lawyer has paid dearly for his poker proclivity after, last January, he was indicted on charges of tax […]
Casino
January 2, 2026
Shooter Involved in Street Takeover Facing Open Murder Charges
A 19-year-old murder suspect was arrested after police spent 1 month looking for him. Joredyn Hubbard was taken in by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department after allegedly shooting and killing a man in November. The shooting occurred during what is believed to have been a street takeover. A press release has revealed that Hubbard […]
Casino
December 31, 2025
Save Fort Wayne Launches Website to Protest Opening a New Casino In the City
A newly formed group called Save Fort Wayne has joined the discussion surrounding a proposed casino in Fort Wayne or elsewhere in Allen County. The group is comprised of local professionals in the business and finance sphere and launched a website to bolster its fight against Senate Bill 70 and House Bill 1038, both of […]
Casino
December 31, 2025
Three Arrested After Alleged Knifepoint Robbery Scheme at Bally’s Rhode Island Casino
Rhode Island authorities have apprehended three individuals from Massachusetts accused of carrying out a coordinated robbery scheme inside Bally’s Hotel Casino. This incident has renewed concerns about criminal activity targeting casino patrons during late-night hours. Authorities urge patrons to remain cautious, particularly when approached by strangers offering private meetings in secluded areas. The Suspects Allegedly […]
Industry
December 31, 2025
Bristol Police Officer Sues Casino Guest over Viral Videos
A new legal showdown tied to an incident at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Bristol, Virginia, has drawn attention to the clash between viral social media claims and law enforcement reputations. A Bristol police officer has filed a defamation lawsuit seeking $200,000 in damages after a casino guest posted a series of TikTok […]
Sports
December 31, 2025
New York Bill Aims to Ban Live Sports Betting
A new bill in New York might change how people bet on sports. Lawmakers are now talking about whether betting during games should stay legal in the state. Responsible Gaming Efforts Fuel Call to Restrict Live Sports Bets Linda Rosenthal, a member of the Assembly, has put forward a law that would get rid of […]
Casino
December 31, 2025
Mount Airy Casino Workers Secure $2.3M Settlement in Unpaid Wages Lawsuit
Workers at Mount Airy Casino Resort have won a significant legal battle after the establishment agreed to a $2.3 million settlement resolving a class-action lawsuit over unpaid wages and overtime. This development marks the end of a dispute that has lingered for more than two years and mirrors other successful worker actions at venues such […]
Casino
December 31, 2025
Massachusetts iGaming Push Hits Resistance Due to Lottery Revenue Concerns
Efforts to legalize online casino gaming in Massachusetts are facing renewed resistance, highlighting several unresolved concerns that are leaving many lawmakers hesitant. While iGaming supporters argue that legalizing online casinos would unlock a new tax revenue stream and curb offshore gambling, recent developments suggest lawmakers are in no rush to move forward. The Current Proposal […]
Casino
December 30, 2025
40 Social Casinos Sniped by Tennessee’s AG in New Cease-and-Desist Order
Tennessee has become a new frontier for the battle between state regulators and attorneys general and social casinos. The state’s AG, Jonathan Skrmetti, has sent a cease-and-desist letter to 40 online sweepstakes casinos in the Volunteer State, arguing that they have been operating without the proper license to conduct gaming activities. The state so far […]
Sports
December 30, 2025
Coinbase Predicts Big Change Coming for US Prediction Markets
Coinbase thinks the US prediction markets are about to hit a turning point. This change could reshape how people trade and view event-based contracts. In its latest 2026 Crypto Market Outlook, the crypto exchange says prediction markets are growing. They are moving away from their image as niche betting products and becoming real financial tools. […]