Gambling News - 'Usa'
Casino
February 3, 2026
Louisiana Plans to Connect Sweepstakes Casinos with Racketeering Charges
Louisiana legislators are getting ready to make the state’s approach to online sweepstakes casinos much tougher by including certain gambling-related offenses in the list of racketeering crimes. A new proposal, House Bill 53, aims to add to the list of activities that can lead to prosecution under Louisiana’s racketeering law, which would greatly increase the […]
Lottery
February 2, 2026
Florida Player Wins $3M from Mega Millions
The Friday Mega Millions drawing went without a jackpot winner but that doesn’t mean that it went without a big winner, since a lucky player in Florida won a $3 million prize. The Sun Shone Upon the Lucky Florida Player While Mega Millions players usually strive for the big payout, last Friday’s drawing was yet […]
Legal
February 2, 2026
Polymarket Banned for Two Weeks in Nevada
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) secured a temporary victory in its lawsuit against Polymarket after a court ruled that the prediction-market platform may not offer event contracts in the state for at least two weeks. Nevada Court Temporarily Bans Polymarket Judge Jason D. Woodbury issued a temporary restraining order against the prediction markets giant […]
Legal
February 2, 2026
Las Vegas Police Uncover What They Believe Could Be a Bio Lab
The police in Las Vegas have raided a local neighborhood, discovering evidence of what they described as a “possible biological laboratory.” The discovery led to a single arrest, authorities confirmed. Analyzing the Bio Material Could Take Weeks Officials stated that the raid took place at around 6 am on Saturday and was conducted in partnership […]
Business
February 2, 2026
DraftKings Sportsbook Adopts Crypto-to-Cash in Four States
DraftKings announced that players in four select states will soon be able to use cryptocurrencies to fuel their sports betting accounts. This represents a significant step for DraftKings and a major development for crypto enthusiasts. DraftKings Adopts Crypto Deposit Option The addition of crypto payment options to DraftKings’ platform was confirmed at the recent Massachusetts […]
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 […]
Business
February 2, 2026
Hawthorne Race Course Faces Mounting Pressure as Racino Prospects Wear Thin
Hawthorne Race Course is once again struggling to maintain its credibility, facing rising pressure from regulators, horsemen, and lawmakers who are running out of patience. The Illinois Racing Board recently suspended the venue’s harness license, pushing the Stickney track into its deepest crisis in years. This development also raises doubts about whether its planned racino […]
Casino
February 2, 2026
From Dollar Deals to Gourmet Feasts: Las Vegas Buffets Reinvent Themselves
Las Vegas buffets used to represent cheap and quick eating, aiming to keep gamblers energized and in the casino. Years back, visitors could enjoy a full meal for just a buck, with simple spreads of cold meats, fried chicken, and basic sweets. These days, that time has passed, giving way to high-end buffet experiences that […]
Lottery
January 30, 2026
Lucky Powerball Player Comes Forward to Claim $209.3 Million Jackpot
A Powerball player in North Carolina has come forward to claim the $209.3 million jackpot from the latest drawing earlier this month, though the lucky winner has chosen to remain anonymous. Powerball Winner Claims Their Prize The winner went to the lottery office on Thursday to claim the prize. Under lottery rules, the individual elected […]
Lottery
January 30, 2026
Megabucks Leaves Wisconsin Player $1.5M Richer
A lucky player from Wisconsin has won a mouth-watering $1.5 million prize from the state lottery’s Megabucks. The prize landed on January 28 and, although a bit late for the holidays, came just in time for Super Bowl season. The Winner Has Yet to Come Forward According to the Wisconsin Lottery, the player won the […]