Lottery
July 4, 2023
Woman Loses House in Tornado, Wins $2M Lottery 22 Years Later
The now 56-year-old Tammy Gordy and her husband Steve Gordy from Iowa have had it rough for the past 22 years, following a tornado that wiped out their home in 2001. Ever since that accident, the couple has had to rent their living quarters rather than live in a place they finally owned. Fortune Smiles […]
Casino
July 4, 2023
Ohio’s Casino Revenue Contracts to $196M in May
The 11 casinos and racinos that are licensed to operate under a permit from the Ohio Casino Control and Lottery Commission managed to bring in $196 million in May 2023, down from $202 million in May 2022. These figures exclude tax but factor in winnings paid out to gamblers. Casinos and Racinos in Ohio Contract […]
Casino
July 4, 2023
Controversy Surrounds Casino Negotiations Involving Gov. Hochul’s Office
Gov. Kathy Hochul of New York has stressed yet again her detachment from the ongoing negotiations between her office and the Seneca Nation concerning a potential casino in the Rochester area. However, she emphasized that she is not directly participating in the negotiations, the timing decisions, or engaging in discussions with external individuals regarding this […]
Industry
July 3, 2023
MGM National Harbor Employees Vote in Favor of Unionization
With affected workers already discussing the terms of their first contract with the union, their decision may have widespread consequences for the region’s hospitality industry. Rising discontent among casino workers in North America prompts more employees to consider unionization, ensuring their concerns receive proper attention. Parking Ambassadors Presented a United Front Parking ambassadors at Maryland’s […]
Casino
July 3, 2023
New Jersey Governor Considers Five-Year Extension of Internet Gambling
However, the approved legislation has left both industry insiders and Atlantic City casinos puzzled due to unexpected changes made earlier in the week. New Jersey’s Internet Gambling Extension Cut Short, Causing Concern Among Stakeholders The original plan was to grant a ten-year extension to Internet gambling, which has been in operation for a decade now. […]
Sports
July 3, 2023
Bo Nickal vs. Tresean Gore UFC 290 Odds, Time, and Prediction
Bo Nickal is widely considered to be the next big thing in the UFC Middleweight division, while Tresean Gore is thought of as a “tomato can.” Gore is believed to be easy prey for such a great finisher as Nickal whose odds for the UFC 290 main card opener are as short as -1600 at […]
Sports
July 3, 2023
Robert Whittaker vs. Dricus du Plessis UFC 290 Odds, Time, and Prediction
Whoever wins the Robert Whittaker vs. Dricus du Plessis fight on July 8 will get a shot at the UFC Middleweight title. Will it be Whittaker who gets to fight for the championship belt again? Or will du Plessis continue his UFC rise? Those are the questions we’ll try to answer in this fight preview. […]
Sports
July 3, 2023
Puerto Rico Approves More Online Sports Betting Operators
The US territory is now moving forward with more licenses issued by the Puerto Rico Gaming Commission. The news was confirmed by the regulator’s executive director, Jaime Rivera-Emmanuelli who welcomed the opportunity to add yet more licensed operators to the fledgling regional betting industry. More Sportsbooks Join Puerto Rico’s Sports Betting Landscape As noted, BetMGM […]
Sports
July 3, 2023
US Court Reinstates Seminole Tribe’s Sports Betting Monopoly in Florida
In a major victory for the Seminole Tribe of Florida, a federal appeals court has ordered the Department of Interior to restore the tribe’s agreement with the state that granted them exclusive rights to sports betting in Florida. Court Ruling Paves the Way for Seminole Tribe’s Hard Rock Sportsbook Relaunch The legal battle began when […]
Sports
July 3, 2023
DraftKings Reveals Odds for Best Picture for 2024 Oscars
As such, DraftKings, one of the leading sportsbook operators in the United States, has decided to go right ahead and post its fixtures for the upcoming event, focusing on Best Picture at first. Oscar betting is available in several states that DraftKings has access to and a permit to operate in, including New Jersey and […]
