Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - July 17 2019

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Wednesday July 17, 2019.

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Is It Wise to Start a Bookie Business in the State of Illinois Now That There is Regulation?

Is It Wise to Start a Bookie Business in the State of Illinois Now That There is Regulation?

Local bookmakers in the state of Illinois will survive in the wake of a law passing that permits sports betting even at venues such as Wrigley Field.  It's easy to get started with proprietary Pay Per Head software.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on,

What Are The Payout Odds for the 2019 British Open

What Are The Payout Odds for the 2019 British Open

Payout odds for this year's British Open range from $80 on a $10 bet on Rory McIlroy all the way up to $100,000 on a $10 bet on Yosuke Asaji.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on,

District Attorney Drops Charges Against Poker Room Owners

District Attorney Drops Charges Against Poker Room Owners

Nine people charged with running an illegal poker room have had all charges against them dropped.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on,

Can I Bet on Bovada From North Carolina?

You can bet on Bovada from the state of North Carolina, but there are plenty of better options out there when it comes to wagering options, lines, bonuses and even payouts.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on,

Odds Say Shaq Will Kiss Kerr and NBA Team Totals Before and After Free Agency

Odds Say Shaq Will Kiss Kerr and NBA Team Totals Before and After Free Agency

The bookies believe Shaq will make good on his bet to kiss the feet of Steve Kerr.

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Top Consensus Plays for July 16

The Boston Red Sox are the top consensus play Tuesday with 79% of the action but it's going to cost you as a bettor.  They are coming in as a -188 favorite versus the Toronto Blue Jays.  That line hasn't moved much at some books.

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What Would a Bet on Tiger Woods to Win the 2019 British Open Pay Out?

What Would a Bet on Tiger Woods to Win the 2019 British Open Pay Out?

A win by Tiger Woods in this week's British Open would pay out $1800 for every $100 bet or $180 for every $10 bet.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on,

PGA Tour Picks – Odds to Win The Open Championship 2019

PGA Tour Picks – Odds to Win The Open Championship 2019

Call it the British Open or just The Open, but don’t call it another tournament. The world’s best golfers gather in Northern Ireland this week for the 148th Open Championship, which will take place at Royal Portrush for the first time since 1951.

Submitted by Phil Simon on,

Sports Betting May be Coming to North Carolina, But Would be Limited

Sports betting is coming to North Carolina but will only be available in the state's western tribal casinos operated by the Eastern Band of Cherokee casinos in Cherokee and Murphy.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on,

Casino Reports Opening Week Profits As Suit Alleges Cheating

Casino Reports Opening Week Profits As Suit Alleges Cheating

A class action lawsuit is accusing Encore Boston Harbor of cheating gamblers out of their winnings as state regulators disclose the new casino's first week earnings.

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Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - July 16, 2019

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Tuesday July 16, 2019.

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Can I Bet Online With the Draftkings Sportsbook From California

Can I Bet Online With the Draftkings Sportsbook From California

Because Draftkings prohibits those from the state of California from placing bets, a few dozen offshore sportsbooks have the market all to themselves.  One can open an online betting account at a site like BetOnline, for example.

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Are There Any Online Sportsbooks Available to Bet on From California?

Are There Any Online Sportsbooks Available to Bet on From California?

Many folks don't realize that there are dozens of online sportsbooks that are accessible from the state of California.

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Can I Bet the NFL on Draftkings From Illinois?

Can I the NFL on Draftkings From Illinois?

Draftkings does not accept customers from the state of Illinois, however, a host of offshore sportsbooks do and are happy to take all your NFL bets online.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on,

Where Can I Bet the Number of Wins Arkansas State Red Wolves Have in 2019?

The Arkansas State Red Wolves are heavily favored to win OVER 7.5 regular season games in 2019.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on,

Calls for Jack Effel to Step Down While Others Offer Their Support

WSOP Vice President Jack Effel is coming under increasing pressure to step down following a weekend blunder that has everyone in the poker world talking.

Submitted by Ace King on,

Bet the 2019-2020 NBA Western Conference Projected Win Totals

Bet the 2019-2020 NBA Western Conference Projected Win Totals

BetOnline Monday released win totals for the 2019-2020 NBA season with the LA Clippers expected to have the most in the Western Conference followed by the Utah Jazz and LA Lakers.

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Is the IDSCA Sportsbook Software Available in California?

Is the IDSCA Sportsbook Software Available in California?

The IDSCA Pay Per Head software is available from the state of California.  Is it endorsed by Gambling911.com though?  Find out below.

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Where Can I Bet Sports, Start an Online Sportsbook From Phoenix, Mesa, Chandler?

You can start your own online sportsbook from the Tuscon Arizona area using any of a few dozen Pay Per Head software platforms on the market today.  Gamblers in this region will be betting heavily on the Wildcats in College Football.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on,

Where Can I Bet Sports, Start an Online Sportsbook From Phoenix, Mesa, Chandler?

Where Can I Bet Sports, Start an Online Sportsbook From Phoenix, Mesa, Chandler?

You can start your own online sportsbook from the Phoenix, Arizona area using any of a few dozen Pay Per Head software platforms on the market today.  Gamblers in this region will be betting heavily on the Cardinals in the NFL.

Submitted by C Costigan on,

Where Can I Bet the Number of Wins Arizona State Sun Devils Have in 2019?

Where Can I Bet the Number of Wins Arizona State Sun Devils Have in 2019?

The Arizona State Sun Devils are heavily favored to win UNDER 7.5 regular season games in 2019.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on,

Top Consensus Plays July 15

Today's top consensus plays are the Indians (81%), White Sox (79%), Red Sox and Dodgers (each at 77%), Rockies 2nd game of double header (71%) and the Braves (70%).

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on,

Records Shattered at $5 Million Venom Online Poker Tournament

Records Shattered at $5 Million Venom Online Poker Tournament

A recap of Day1A of the monumentous Venom tournament finds that all records have been shattered at the world's fastest growing online poker room, Americas Cardroom.   The great news is, there is still time to enter for your chance at a guaranteed $1 million first place prize.

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MLB Betting Picks July 15 – Los Angeles Dodgers at Philadelphia Phillies

MLB Betting Picks July 15  – Los Angeles Dodgers at Philadelphia Phillies

The Los Angeles Dodgers exacted a small bit of revenge by taking two of three from Boston over the weekend, lessening the sting of the World Series loss. LA had dropped four in a row after getting trounced in the opener of that series, but they got back on track taking the final two.

Submitted by Phil Simon on,

Where Can I Bet the British Open Online? (2019)

Where Can I Bet the British Open Online? (2019)

You can bet this year's British Open online at any number of top online sportsbooks worldwide.

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Where Can I Bet the Number of Wins Arizona Wildcats Have in 2019?

Where Can I Bet the Number of Wins Arizona Wildcats Have in 2019?

The Arizona Wildcats are heavily favored to win UNDER 7 regular season games in 2019.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on,

Can't Bet the Hawkeyes From Iowa

There is good news and bad news for those betting sports from Iowa.  The good news is you will soon be able to place bets with in-state apps.  The bad news is that only licensed offshore sportsbooks will be taking wagers on your beloved Hawkeyes.  In-state operators are prohibited from doing so.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on,

Proprietary Software Pay Per Head

Proprietary Software Pay Per Head

WagerHome.com claims it has the competitive edge coming into the 2019 football season thanks to its proprietary Pay Per Head software.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on,

Poker Player at Fault Following WSOP Dealer Chip Counting Error?

Poker Player at Fault Following WSOP Dealer Chip Counting Error?

While much of the focus in the poker world was on the final table determination for the 2019 World Series of Poker Main Event this past weekend, there was another big story that had everyone talking.

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