Sports
October 23, 2025
NHL Partners with Polymarket and Kalshi on New Deals
It’s official: the National Hockey League (NHL) has branded Polymarket and Kalshi as its official prediction market partners. The move signals the league’s first official partnerships with these types of platforms in the United States. Branding and On-Screen Exposure The newly inked multiyear deals will enable the two companies to gain access to the NHL’s […]
Casino
October 23, 2025
Westmoreland Judge Criticizes Local Casino’s Role in Crime Trends
A Westmoreland County judge expressed concern about what he saw as an increasing number of crimes tied to the casino at Westmoreland Mall. He shared these thoughts while sentencing a Jeannette man caught with a loaded gun while playing blackjack at Live! Casino Pittsburgh. Man Sentenced to Probation After Being Caught with Gun at Hempfield […]
Industry
October 22, 2025
Pennsylvania Gaming Revenue Climbs Again as Online Play Drives Growth
Pennsylvania’s gambling industry retained its considerable momentum in September 2025. The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) reported total revenue of $535.8 million across all verticals, including casino gaming, sports betting, fantasy contests, and video gaming terminals. With a 5.9% increase from September 2024’s $505.9 million, Pennsylvania remains one of the US’s most robust gambling jurisdictions. […]
Industry
October 22, 2025
Chicago Mayor Seemingly Supports the Idea of Gambling Machines in O’Hare Airport
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s office is reportedly considering installing slot machines at O’Hare and Midway International Airports. This is an unexpected proposal coming as part of a broader effort to address a $1.15 billion budget deficit, with gambling reforms among the potential revenue-generating measures. Chicago Mayor’s Office Goes Out With New Stance Firstly, we should […]
Legal
October 22, 2025
Suspended NFL Player Tracy Walker Arrested in Las Vegas for Alleged DUI
The former Detroit Lions player Tracy Walker III, 30, was arrested early Monday, October 20, in Las Vegas, and is now facing a misdemeanor charge of driving under the influence (DUI). The player is currently serving a league suspension for 12 games. Walker Was Arrested for an Alleged DUI in Vegas According to the records, […]
Casino
October 22, 2025
Ohio’s Online Casino Push Loses Momentum Yet Again
Ohio is not going to see iGaming regulated any time soon, with the state having to settle for land-based casinos and online sports betting instead. Online casinos have proven to be too divisive a point. Ohio’s Gambling Efforts for Online Casinos Still Falter According to House Speaker Matt Huffman, the legislative session will wrap up […]
Sports
October 22, 2025
Wisconsin Readies Online Sports Betting with Tribal Operators
Wisconsin residents may soon have sports betting in their palms, courtesy of a new bipartisan legislation that is seeking to yank the state out of the pariah camp and into the welcoming family of sports betting-friendly jurisdictions across the United States. Wisconsin Trying to Join Family of Sports Gambling States To do away with any […]
Sports
October 22, 2025
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver Asks for Tighter Gambling Regulation
The National Basketball Association (NBA) and its commissioner, Adam Silver, were among the first professional sports leagues to drop the antagonizing language when sports betting was still in its innings. Yet, Silver has been critical of certain aspects of gambling, calling for more regulatory oversight, and has called on sports betting companies to eliminate player […]
Poker
October 22, 2025
Poker Pro Faces Sentencing for Threatening Judge and Tournament Executive
A big name in poker circles finds himself in hot water in Las Vegas. He stands accused of making online threats against a judge and a top official of the World Poker Tour. Poker Champion Jordan Cristos Jailed After Admitting to Cyberstalking Judge Jordan Cristos, a 38-year-old poker pro who has won over $3 million […]
Casino
October 22, 2025
Video Gambling Magnate Joins Republican Contest for Illinois Governor
Rick Heidner, a rich real estate investor and video gaming businessman from Barrington Hills, has now jumped into the Republican primary race to become Illinois governor. His campaign paperwork filed with the Illinois State Board of Elections adds another name to an already packed GOP lineup before the March 2026 primary. Video Gaming Tycoon Rick […]
