Lottery
January 5, 2024
Utah Lawmaker Proposes State Lottery to Tackle Senior Property Tax Woes
In a move to address the escalating property tax concerns of older constituents, Utah Representative Kera Birkeland is championing a proposed constitutional amendment that would legalize the state’s first-ever lottery. Rep. Birkeland’s Lottery Proposal Could Boost Utah’s Finances by $200M Rep. Birkeland contends that legalizing the lottery could inject up to $200 million into Utah’s […]
Industry
January 5, 2024
MGC to Hold Responsible Gambling Conference in May
According to information from Boston’s WBZ NewsRadio 1030 quoting the State House News Service, the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) is busy setting up the details for an upcoming spring conference aimed at hitting the refresh button on responsible gambling policies in the state. Improving “Knowledge Mobilization” Over the last decade, the MGC has been busy […]
Industry
January 5, 2024
EKG Report Signals Rapid Evolution as New Players Disrupt iGaming Market
The online gaming landscape is evolving rapidly, and new players are poised to disrupt the industry, according to a recent report from Eilers & Krejeck Gaming (EKG). EKG Probes Fanatics and Jackpocket’s iGaming Entry, Posing Challenges for Industry Titans EKG’s analysis focuses on the recent forays of Fanatics and Jackpocket into select iGaming markets, examining […]
Legal
January 4, 2024
Judge Hurt, Marshal Hospitalized after Vegas Defendant’s Violent Attack
Unfortunately, not all convicts take their sentences lightly. Deobra Delone Redden, 30, certainly didn’t, instead opting to assault the judge who denied him bail. Redden was being sentenced for an earlier assault attempt where he assaulted another person with a baseball bat. He pled guilty to having caused substantial injuries in that case in November. […]
Casino
January 4, 2024
Prairie Flower Casino Expansion Continues Despite Minor Delays
Prairie Flower Casino is a popular gaming and entertainment destination located on tribal land in Carter Lake, Iowa. The venue is owned and operated by the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska and it first opened its doors in 2018. Since then, the Tribe has been continuously reinvesting in the property, introducing new amenities and improving its […]
Sports
January 4, 2024
SIS Quietly Gives Up US-Based Greyhound Simulcast Operations
The leading provider of nonstop betting services to global retail and online operators, Sports Information Services (SIS), finished off last year by subtly stepping back from its greyhound simulcast operations on the US market. “A Simple Economic Decision” The company, which supplies betting operators with “desirable and profitable content” featuring end-to-end solutions and versatile markets […]
Sports
January 4, 2024
Dallas Cowboys vs. Washington Commanders Week 18 Odds, Time, and Prediction
With a win over the Washington Commanders in Week 18, the Dallas Cowboys would win the NFC East Division, as well as capture the No. 2 seed. They won’t be lacking any motivation on January 7, but what about their opponents? The Commanders are 4-12, meaning that they stand no chance of making the playoffs […]
Casino
January 4, 2024
Lucky Mohegan Sun Visitor Takes Home $500K Jackpot
Undoubtedly, winning a jackpot at a casino is an unforgettable and exciting experience. One such lucky visitor played at Mohegan Sun, one of the largest gaming and entertainment destinations in the United States, and went home with a staggering jackpot of more than $500,000. Details regarding the lucky visitor emerged earlier this week with Mohegan […]
Sports
January 4, 2024
Seattle Seahawks vs. Arizona Cardinals Week 18 Odds, Time, and Prediction
Even with a win over the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, the Seattle Seahawks might not book a ticket to the playoffs. Their playoff future depends on other teams as well. On the bright side for them is that the Cards don’t have much to fight for in the Week 18 game. No matter what happens, […]
Industry
January 4, 2024
Former Gun Lake Casino Worker Sentenced after Stealing $100K
Crimes related to casinos are rarely difficult to solve. Extensive monitoring of the casino floors and financial audits help prevent attempts for thefts or embezzlement. Despite the efforts of gambling operators, some perpetrators still try to steal from venues, only to get caught sooner or later. In one such case, a former casino employee was […]
