Author: Scott
Q&A: A look at $1.9B Powerball jackpot, how it grew so large
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) – Millions of lottery players around the country will try their luck again Monday night as they vie for an... more
In the 5 states without lotteries, a case of Powerball envy
WEST POINT, Ga. (AP) – Loretta Williams lives in Alabama but drove to Georgia to buy a lottery ticket for a chance at winning the... more
North Dakota: Governor rejects tribes’ plea for online gambling rights
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – Gov. Doug Burgum rejected a plea Wednesday by North Dakota’s American Indian tribes to give them... more
Could Powerball jackpot top $1.58 billion record?
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) – The fourth-largest lottery jackpot in U.S. history could soar to the largest ever if no one wins the top... more
Outgoing senators backing U.S. recognition for 2 state tribes
MOUNT VERNON, Ala. (AP) – Testifying before Congress, Chief Framon Weaver said his Alabama-based tribe, with roots dating back to the... more
Oklahoma: Feud with tribes threatens governor’s reelection
ADA, Okla. (AP) — Many of the 39 Native American tribes based in Oklahoma have played roles in state politics for decades, often behind the... more
Philippines shuts 214 illegal online gambling operations
MANILA, Philippines (AP) – Philippine officials say they have shut down at least 214 illegal Chinese offshore gambling operations and... more
Esports video games hold vast betting potential, experts say
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) – Competitive video games hold vast economic potential in the U.S. and worldwide, particularly once gambling... more
Amid rising seas, Atlantic City has no plans for retreat
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) – Some cities around the world are pulling back from shorelines, as rising seas from climate change increase... more
