Posts by Giovanni Shorter
Florida Passes Sports Betting Bill, Could Launch By October
The sports betting bill in Florida was passed by both the Senate and the House. The deal is awaiting approval by the federal government before the final regulations can be put in place. Sports betting could launch by October 15. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Sports betting fans in Florida will soon see their own regulated market…
Read MoreAlabama Gambling Bill In Jeopardy, Stalls On House Floor
Alabama gambling bill SB 319 failed to be voted on during the May 7 session date. The bill has one more day to be voted on otherwise it dies until 2022. Alabama House Speaker Mac McCutcheon believes the bill is doubtful to pass or be voted on. MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The gambling bill in Alabama…
Read MoreIndiana Gambling Expansion Incoming With New Compact Signing
Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb has signed a new compact with Pokagon the Band of Potawatomi Indians to expand gambling in Indiana. The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians will be able to add new games to their Four Winds Casino operation in South Bend. The compact is awaiting federal approval. SOUTH BEND, Ind. – Indiana gambling…
Read MoreChicago Now Accepting Bids For A New Downtown Casino Resort
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is accepting bids for a new casino resort in the city. The hope is to have the resort open by 2025. This will be the first casino resort in the city of Chicago. CHICAGO – Chicago gambling fans will soon see a major casino resort in the heart of the city…
Read MoreGov. Desantis, Seminole Tribe Officially Sign New Gaming Compact
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed a new gambling compact with the Seminole Tribe, allowing for sports betting. The compact also includes offering racetracks and roulettes to the local tribes. The Florida Legislature will come back for a special session in May to pass a bill authorizing the compact. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida is now…
Read MorePennsylvania Sees Major Growth In Gambling Market In March
Pennsylvania saw over $403 million in gambling activity for March 2021. A total of $98 million came from online gambling. Total gambling activity is up 162% year over year. HARRISBURG, Pa. – Online gambling in Pennsylvania saw significant growth in the market as local gambling fans played for all-time highs in handle. The big story…
Read MoreNorth Carolina Lawmakers File Sports Betting Expansion Bill
Senators Jim Perry and Paul Lowe have filed a new North Carolina sports betting bill. The bill would allow for 10 to 12 interactive sports wagering operators in the state. The North Carolina State Lottery Commission would run the operations. RALEIGH, N.C. – While sports betting recently launched in North Carolina, lawmakers are already looking…
Read MoreRiverboat Casinos Sue Scientific Games Over ‘Illegal’ Shuffler Monopoly
DraftKings at Casino Queen in East St Louis Illinois and Casino Queen Marquette are suing Scientific Games (SG) over an alleged illegal monopoly. The lawsuit claims that SG is currently able to set ridiculously high prices on card shufflers without the fear of being undercut. The suit claims that operators are being damaged financially as…
Read MoreNew Casino Gambling Bill Could Bring Trump Casino To Miami
A new gambling bill is being presented in the Florida legislature to expand gambling outside of the local tribes. The Seminole tribe currently runs the gambling in Florida and is backed by Walt Disney who also opposed the expansion of gambling in Florida. Former President Donald Trump is looking to open a casino at the…
Read MoreHorse Racing Betting Handle Sees Steady Growth In 2021
Meadowlands Racetrack in New Jersey sees 11 straight $3 million Saturday handle in 2021. Racetracks were shut down in 2020 due to COVID-19. The upcoming Triple Crown events are expected to see a lot of action this year with new markets. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. – Horse racing betting fans have been active so far in…
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