Michigan To Allow Tax Write-Offs For Gambling Losses

Motor City Casino

Gamblers in Michigan can write off gambling losses on their state taxes now. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed a bill allowing this for the 2021 tax year. The bill is estimated to cost the state around $12 to $17 million per year. LANSING, Mich. – Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed into law a bill that would…

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Deadwood Casinos See 20% Increase In October Gaming Revenue

Deadwood SD

Deadwood Casinos increased their October revenue by 20.54% year-over-year from the previous year’s October. 20% of this revenue increase is from the addition of sports betting to the casino’s offerings. LAS VEGAS – The Deadwood casinos in South Dakota saw huge growth in their October gaming revenue, much of which is due to the recent…

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Illinois Sees Sports Betting Handle And Revenue Dip In May

Illinois Sportsbook

Sportsbooks in Illinois saw $507.3 million wagered on sports in May. This is a 5.6% decline month over month. Sports betting revenue is also down a whopping 17%. SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Sportsbooks in Illinois saw a slight decline in sports betting activity in May compared to April’s strong numbers. Sports betting revenue is also down…

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