Illinois Casinos May Soon Allow Ex-Cons to Apply for Jobs
The Illinois gaming industry continues to expand. To help fill the hiring void, the state may soon allow ex-cons to apply for these jobs. Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker (D) signs…
FanDuel Leads Horse Racing Betting Apps, DraftKings ‘Places’
One of the oldest forms of wagering, horse racing is getting a needed jolt thanks to technology and FanDuel is leading the way in terms of apps for betting on…
Damian Lillard Trade Rumors Won’t Go Away
All-Star guard Damian Lillard stated multiple times that he hasn’t requested a trade from the Portland Trail Blazers, but that hasn’t stopped the Miami Heat from relentlessly pursuing him, which…
Cirque Performer Reportedly Injured During ‘O’ Show in Las Vegas
An acrobat in Cirque du Soleil’s “O” show at Bellagio was injured during the 9:30 p.m. performance on Wednesday, June 28, according to multiple reports. The “O” show by Cirque…
Nevada Gaming Revenue Remains Strong Despite Difficult Comparisons
Nevada gaming revenue held steady in May 2023, as the state’s casinos reported gross gaming revenue (GGR) of $1.298 billion — the 27th consecutive month where Silver State casinos combined…
New York Yankees’ Domingo German Pitches Perfect Game in Rout
New York Yankees pitcher Domingo German achieved perfection when he threw only the 24th perfect game in MLB history in a 11-0 victory against the Oakland A’s. Member of the…
NCAA Modernizes Penalties for Sports Betting Violations, Eases Suspensions
The NCAA has updated its punishment grading for student-athletes who are found to violate the collegiate athletic association’s rules on sports betting. The NCAA has modified its penalty structure for…
Imperial Pacific International Can Lose Saipan Casino Exclusivity, Says Court
The final blow the Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) needed to remove Imperial Pacific International (IPI) may have just arrived. The US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit…
Spain’s Online Gaming Market Shows 50% Year-On-Year Growth
Spain’s gambling ecosystem is strong on two fronts – it enjoys significant growth while keeping the gambling harm rate low. The latest results from the country’s gaming regulator shows that…
Virginia Responsible Gaming Committee to Craft Resources as Industry Rapidly Expands
The newly formed Virginia Problem Gambling Treatment and Support Advisory Committee will begin meeting next month with the goal of developing resources to help people who can’t control their gambling….