Poarch Band Still Pushing for Alabama Casino Table Games and Sports Betting, Despite Lack of Legislation in 2025
Alabama legislators haven’t introduced any gambling bills this year, but discussions are still being led by the Poarch Band of Creek Indians.
Illinois Internet Gaming Act Under Gaming Committee Consideration
The Illinois House Gaming Committee will discuss online casino legislation during its March 19 hearing, potentially shedding light on whether iGaming has a path to legalization now or in the future. While previous efforts to legalize online casinos in Illinois have stalled, the hearing could indicate whether shifting circumstances, such as budget gaps, have improved […]
DraftKings Renews Funding for State Problem Gambling Councils, Launches National RG Campaign
DraftKings has recommitted its support of state-level problem gambling councils with renewed funding for nationwide resources. The effort is part of several initiatives announced by the online casino and sports betting operator for Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM). In addition to the funding, DraftKings is launching a national responsible play campaign and celebrating the first […]
False Alarm Sparks Panic, Evacuation, at Circus Circus in Las Vegas
Circus Circus Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas had to be evacuated on Saturday, March 15 after reports of a shooter and ensuing panic. Those reports turned out to be mistaken, according to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD). LVMPD received reports of a possible shooting around 5:30 p.m. and confirmed them in a […]
Casino Workers More Susceptible To Problem Gambling, But See Greater Treatment Results
Casino workers are nearly four times as likely to suffer from problem gambling, but respond better to treatment, a study shows.
Tribal Sovereignty Prevails As Judge Dismisses Running Aces Casino Lawsuit Citing Immunity
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by a Minnesota horse racing track that claimed several tribal gaming properties were offering Class III card games in violation of state and federal laws. Columbus-based Running Aces launched the lawsuit in April 2024, targeting a lengthy list of casino executives responsible for operating three tribal casinos. […]
Betting Under the Influence May Create Recipe for Trouble According to New Joint Research Study
A new study has found mixing drinking and sports gambling may have “deleterious health consequences.” It’s no secret that drinking problems and gambling problems can compound one another, but it may be a particular issue when it comes to sports betting, because of the role alcohol plays in the culture of sports fandom. The study, […]
Rhode Island Lawmakers Want to End Sports Betting Monopoly Model, Allow at Least Five Operators
A group of Rhode Island state Senators have introduced a bill to end the state’s monopoly sports betting model and move toward a multi-license system with at least five mobile sportsbooks. The present proposal doesn’t address Rhode Island online casino gaming, which is also a monopoly held by Bally Casino. However, the state’s iGaming model built off […]
Rep. Tonko Reintroduces SAFE Bet Act, Now With Added Prohibitions on VIP Programs and Reload Bonuses
For a third straight year, New York Representative Paul Tonko is seeking federal oversight of online gambling, particularly sportsbooks. On March 11, Tonko and Connecticut Senator Richard Blumenthal announced plans to introduce the Supporting Affordability and Fairness with Every Bet (SAFE Bet) Act. The legislation, which bears the same name as Tonko’s last-year effort, carries […]
Apple, Google, and Meta Petition Court to Dismiss Remaining Social Casino Class Action Allegations
Apple, Google, and Meta have asked a judge to toss a class action accusing them of conspiring with social casinos for financial gain.
