Writer: Associated Press
Illinois: Head of gambling ring involving Casey Urlacher pleads guilty
CHICAGO (AP) – A northern Illinois man pleaded guilty Tuesday to federal charges that he led a sport betting operation that allegedly... more
Hard Rock CEO announces worker bonuses, mum on Las Vegas expansion
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) – Hard Rock International is handing out cash bonuses to its workers in several states, including New Jersey... more
Arizona to embrace sports betting in deal with tribes
PHOENIX (AP) – Arizonans would be allowed to bet on professional and college sports at tribal casinos and at sites owned by pro... more
Nebraska lawmakers dig into details of legalized casinos
Now that voters have legalized casino gambling in Nebraska, state lawmakers are trying to figure out how to regulate the industry and use... more
Tax battles expected to dominate Nevada Legislature in 2021
Nevada lawmakers are scheduled to reconvene on Monday for a four-month legislative session, in which they hope to tackle issues sparked by... more
Alabama: Lottery, virus liability, prisons before lawmakers in 2021
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) – Alabama lawmakers return to Montgomery on Tuesday for the 2021 regular session that will be conducted... more
Kentucky: Bill coming to preserve historical racing games
Legislation is being prepared to preserve historical racing operations that serve as a crucial revenue source for Kentucky’s horse tracks,... more
Tennessee OKs two more operators for online-only sportsbooks
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) – A Tennessee panel approved licenses Friday for two more sportsbook operators under the state’s... more
Oklahoma Supreme Court rejects Stitt’s gambling compacts
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) – The Oklahoma Supreme Court has rejected gambling compacts that Republican Gov. Kevin Stitt negotiated with two... more
Different types of gambling, media converging for growth
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) – The many different types of gambling are quickly coming together with each other and with media outlets... more

