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House Rules Committee Halts FAIR BET Act from Advancing A renewed initiative in Washington aiming to restore full deductions for gambling losses has encountered another obstacle. This development leaves bettors and industry stakeholders preparing for significant tax changes set to take effect in 2026. Recently, the House Rules Committee decided against forwarding the FAIR BET […]

Family’s Stay at Atlantic City Casino Ends with Lost Teddy Bear A family visiting the Hard Rock Casino & Hotel in Atlantic City to celebrate New Year’s Eve faced an unexpected heartache after their trip. Upon returning home, Margie Lynn, the mother of 9-year-old Callen, realized that her son’s cherished teddy bear, named Tim, was […]

Massive Jackpot Win at Beau Rivage Casino A fortunate visitor to a Mississippi casino recently landed a huge jackpot, marking one of the largest payouts at the venue in recent years. The win occurred at the Beau Rivage Casino in Biloxi, delighting both the player and casino staff alike. Turning a Small Bet into a […]

Tribal Resistance Against Prediction Market Expansion Several Native American tribes have come together to oppose the rise of prediction market platforms, emphasizing that these services infringe upon areas traditionally regulated by tribal gaming laws. This challenge adds a new layer to the ongoing conflicts over the regulation and control of betting activities across the United […]

Maine Joins States Legalizing Online Casinos Maine is set to become the eighth state in the United States to officially authorize online casino gaming. This milestone follows Governor Janet Mills’ decision to sign a bill enabling the state’s tribal nations to operate online casino platforms. The new legislation opens the door for Maine’s indigenous communities […]

Suspect Enters Not Guilty Plea Amid Competency Questions Keryan Rashad Jones, 34, the individual accused in the tragic shooting at the Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino that resulted in two fatalities last September, has formally pleaded not guilty to the charges against him. Concerns about his mental state have prompted his defense attorney to request a […]

New Legislative Push for Online Casinos in Virginia Virginia legislators are once again working to legalize online casino gaming within the state. Although previous attempts to introduce internet gambling failed to make progress, this latest proposal shows promise for moving forward. Alongside the iGaming initiative, lawmakers are also considering establishing a dedicated gambling regulatory body […]

Accel Entertainment Eyes Chicago’s VGT Market Accel Entertainment is considering expanding its presence into Chicago through Video Gaming Terminals (VGTs), following recent discussions about allowing these machines in licensed venues across the city. Officials in Chicago have suggested that the introduction of VGTs could bring significant new tax revenues, while Accel sees a promising business […]

Renewed Push to End Casino Smoking Exemptions As the new year begins, the organization CEASE is reigniting its campaign aimed at raising public awareness and gathering support to eliminate exemptions that allow smoking on casino gaming floors. Their focus is on protecting casino workers from the well-documented dangers of second-hand smoke, which current laws unfortunately […]

Polymarket Teams Up with Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. Polymarket, a leader in the prediction markets space, has established an official partnership with Madison Square Garden Sports Corp., the owner of the NHL’s New York Rangers. This collaboration positions Polymarket as the official prediction market partner of the Rangers, highlighting the growing influence and acceptance […]