Gambling News - 'Usa'
Casino
March 16, 2026
Drunken Bally’s Twin River Casino Romp Ends Badly for Police Detective
An off-duty detective ended up embroiled in a career-damaging scandal at the Bally’s Twin River Casino, leading to personal and professional repercussions for the law enforcement veteran. According to local media Target 12, which operates under WPRI, detective Gary Slater visited the property last October, when he got heavily inebriated and began exhibiting signs of […]
Sports
March 16, 2026
DraftKings Insider Explains How Company Sets Oscar Odds, Rise of Prediction Markets
The 98th Academy Awards are now down in history, with the ceremony having to navigate choppy industry seas, from fewer people turning up to watch premieres to emerging entertainment verticals, down to the fact that people are now increasingly flocking to prediction markets to make trades about the outcomes of the Oscars. Avello, A Sworn […]
Business
March 16, 2026
Analyst Urges Higher Bid in Potential Caesars Takeover
Speculation around a potential acquisition of Caesars Entertainment is growing stronger, with analysts suggesting the casino giant should demand a much higher price if takeover discussions move forward. Caesars Urged to Seek Premium Bid Above $35 Per Share Recent market rumors indicate that billionaire businessman Tilman Fertitta and investor Carl Icahn could have an interest […]
Industry
March 13, 2026
Penn to Soon Open New Hollywood Casino Columbus with Over 200 Rooms
Revealed in 2023, Hollywood Casino Columbus is set to debut a new “state-of-the-art hotel tower” in Ohio on June 12, 2026, with 203 rooms, 20 of which would be luxury suites. Penn Entertainment to Soon Open New Casino The project stemmed from Penn Entertainment (the parent company of Hollywood Casino Columbus) and GLPI negotiating a […]
Industry
March 13, 2026
Nevada Regulators Rebuke Stockman’s Casino Owner over Delayed Licensing Disclosures
A routine licensing review caused strained tensions when Michael Gaughan III appeared before the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB), facing criticism from regulators over delays in answering inquiries about his casino licensing requirements. Gaughan III is a longtime Nevada gaming figure and the son of veteran casino operator Michael Gaughan. He sought approval related to […]
Industry
March 13, 2026
Chicago’s Video Gambling Push Sparks Renewed Concerns
Chicago’s attempts to expand its gambling activities inside city limits are facing new challenges. City Council members have split into opposing factions regarding a plan to introduce video gambling machines into bars, restaurants, and neighborhood venues. Opponents have raised concerns about revenue, public safety, and the long-term future of the city’s casino industry. Video Lottery […]
Lottery
March 13, 2026
Georgia Lottery Player Wins $2M from Scratch-off Ticket
A lucky player in Georgia has won a life-changing $2 million prize from a scratch-off ticket. This win came shortly after two other players won seven-figure prizes from different games. Jackpots Galore Indeed According to the Georgia Lottery’s official announcement, a player won $2 million from the lottery’s Jackpots Galore scratch-off game. This mouth-watering prize […]
Lottery
March 13, 2026
Mega Millions Jackpot at $50M for Tonight’s Drawing
The Mega Millions grand prize for tonight’s drawing is $50 million. The drawing follows a highly successful Tuesday drawing where several players won big prizes, including the game’s jackpot. The Jackpot Was Reset After the Recent Win While Friday the 13th is usually associated with bad luck for everyone, Mega Millions players count on being […]
Industry
March 13, 2026
Sen. Blumenthal Introduces Measure to Regulate Prediction Markets
US Sen. Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut has spearheaded a new measure seeking to toughen the prediction markets regulations amid growing concerns about the emerging vertical. The Senator emphasized that prediction markets have become a haven for fraud and must be reined in. Blumenthal Introduces the Prediction Markets Security and Integrity Act Blumenthal’s Prediction Markets Security […]
Casino
March 13, 2026
Ex-Beauty Queen Dupes Investors of $10M to Fund Gambling Lifestyle
The drawback? None of the people involved was aware that they were spending their money on helping the woman maintain her gambling lifestyle. Ms Woman Nevada 2020 was able to leverage her profile, looks, and supposed flair for business by convincing unsuspecting investors that they were backing a real venture. The perpetrator was able to […]