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What are some of the hottest headlines in the world of poker? Here you will find all the latest juicy stories along with other important news and tournament results. A must read for the poker enthusiast with articles published throughout the day.

Warrant Details $1.35M in "Suspicious" Deposits at Austin Texas Area Card Room

PokerNews obtained the search and seizure warrant leading to the raid of The Lodge Poker Club in Texas, which is co-owned by poker pro and podcaster Doug Polk.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Tue, 03/17/2026 - 20:59

Doug Polk Insists He Was Not Involved in Any Money Laundering at Austin Area Poker Club: Begs for Community to Help Out Staff

Community tells Polk to pay them all yourself. "Why don’t you make the unpaid players whole with your own funds and take on the liability if you did nothing wrong?", one person asks.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Tue, 03/17/2026 - 10:40

Lightning Link Pokies Online or Real Money Play 2026 Analysis

The digital migration of the Aristocrat Lightning Link Pokies franchise from physical cabinets to global cloud-based environments represents a significant shift in iGaming infrastructure.

Submitted by Payton on, Mon, 03/16/2026 - 11:46

Lodge Card Club in Round Rock Austin Texas Finally Issues Official Statement Regarding Raid: No Idea How Long This Process Will Last

The Lodge Card Club, an Austin, Texas area poker club located in Round Rock, has finally issued a statement regarding last week's shocking raid.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sun, 03/15/2026 - 20:07

Poker Pro Wade Townsend Claims Doug Polk's Involvement in Austin Texas Area Card Room Was its Downfall as Money Laundering Probe Underway

In Twitter video, Townsend says that Polk "proceeds to destroy" The Lodge Card Room.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Fri, 03/13/2026 - 18:12

WSOP Launches New Blackjack Game Mode

The introduction of free to play Blackjack now broadens the WSOP experience, giving players more choice, more variety, and new ways to play alongside established poker formats.

Submitted by Press Release on, Fri, 03/13/2026 - 11:44

Top Trending: Texas Poker Room Raid, Doug Kezirian, More

The raid on the Doug Polk co-owned Lodge Card Club and Gambling911.com's Thomas Somach's interview with former ESPN betting expert Doug Kezirian have been seeing significant readership over the last 24 hours.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Thu, 03/12/2026 - 16:38

Doug Polk Co-Owned Poker Room in Round Rock Texas Under Investigation for Alleged Money Laundering

Lodge Card Club was raided early Tuesday.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Thu, 03/12/2026 - 14:37

Lodge Card Club in Round Rock Texas Issues Statement Following Shock Raid

The venue is co-owned by poker pro and podcaster Doug Polk.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Thu, 03/12/2026 - 10:58

Authorities Raid Texas Poker Club in Round Rock Co-Owned By Doug Polk

Polk guarantees customers who were at the establishment during the raid and ordered to leave with their chips will be fully refunded.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Wed, 03/11/2026 - 23:32

CoinPoker Debuts New App with Rake Free Poker, Signs Abby Merk and Papo MC

Online poker site CoinPoker launched a new software client and mobile app in March 2026 alongside rake-free poker games and the signing of new sponsored players.

Submitted by Press Release on, Tue, 03/10/2026 - 09:21

5 Mistakes Every New Poker Player Makes (How to Avoid Them)

Man learning how to play poker with book and assistant

When I first got into poker, I had these visions of making a final table and winning millions of dollars. Given I was still in my twenties it felt like I could possibly make it to top tier if I put in enough work.

Submitted by Ace King on, Mon, 03/09/2026 - 10:51

Shock Video: Dan Bilzeriean Says 'The Only Battle I See Worth Fighting is Exterminating Israel'

Mike "The Mouth" Matusow calls for blacklisting of the one time "King of Instagram".

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Thu, 03/05/2026 - 19:44

Casualty of War: Mixed Game Poker Festival in Las Vegas Canceled

Cardplayer Lifestyle Mixed Game Festival typically features daily.mixed cash games with stakes of $4/$8 and $8/$16 and higher stakes upon request. Its organizer is stuck in Israel due to the conflict.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Tue, 03/03/2026 - 17:42

Chumba Casino Founder Hit With Fresh Set of Drug-Related Allegations

Australian billionaire and founder of some of the biggest names in sweepstakes casinos is now facing a fresh set of drug-related charges following his arrest for domestic abuse last month.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Mon, 03/02/2026 - 09:59

These Casino Games Are Widely Considered Among the Most Popular in Ireland as We Kick Off 2026

Ireland has long played a special role ever since the advent of online gambling. Some of the most prominent brands in the sector called Ireland home since the early 2000's.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Thu, 02/26/2026 - 10:05

SCOTUSblog Co-Founder and High Stakes Poker Player Thomas Goldstein Convicted in Tax Evasion Case

A prominent Supreme Court litigator who also published a popular blog about the nation’s highest court was convicted Wednesday of tax evasion and related charges stemming from his secretive lifestyle as an ultra-high-stakes poker player.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Thu, 02/26/2026 - 08:38

PokerStars No More? FanDuel Poker Rebrand Coming

Plus FanDuel launches sportsbook in El San Juan Hotel in Puerto Rico.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Tue, 02/24/2026 - 20:17

Galveston Area Mayor Busted for Illegal Gambling Speaks Out

"I have been charged by the State with offenses as a private citizen and business owner. Neither my work as Mayor for the City of Hitchcock nor my work as an administrator for Hitchcock Independent School District has been implicated in these charges."

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Sat, 02/21/2026 - 09:21

Virginia Inches Closer to Allowing Online Casinos, Poker

This week, the Senate passed Senate Bill 118 that would regulate online casinos by a narrow 19-17 vote.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Thu, 02/19/2026 - 15:22

Mobile Poker Trends Fuel Rising Engagement in a Crypto World

Everyone seems glued to their phones these days, and it’s reshaping where and how people play. Since early 2024, card game lovers have flocked to mobile, a shift you can see in the surging numbers for online on smartphones and tablets. But it isn’t just about convenience now. Tech keeps evolving, and with crypto payment options jumping onboard, traditional lines are blurring fas

Submitted by Payton on, Fri, 02/13/2026 - 13:21

Global Poker, Chumba Casino Founder Recently Arrested on Assault and Drug Charges

Virtual Gaming Worlds billionaire founder Laurence Escalante appeared in a Perth, Australia court last week to face multiple criminal charges that include aggravated assault occasioning bodily harm, aggravated home burglary, theft, and criminal damage or destruction of property.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Wed, 02/11/2026 - 11:54

The Top Poker Tournaments Taking Over the Globe

Poker just doesn't ever really stop, but the past few years have been especially crazy. As we reminisce about last year and make plans to do it all again in 2026, people are already buzzing with excitement.

Submitted by Ace King on, Tue, 02/10/2026 - 17:07

Mobile Poker Trends Fuel Rising Engagement in a Crypto World

Since early 2024, card game lovers have flocked to mobile, a shift you can see in the surging numbers for online on smartphones and tablets. But it isn’t just about convenience now.

Submitted by B.E.Delmer on, Tue, 02/10/2026 - 10:29

Planet Hollywood Poker Room to Shutter After Just Six Months

The closure leaves just 18 poker rooms in Las Vegas, generating a combined revenue of nearly $240 a year.

Submitted by Ace King on, Thu, 01/29/2026 - 22:12

Matusow Followers Turn on Poker Player in Wake of Latest Minneapolis ICE Fatal Shooting

Mike Matusow with Make America Great red hat on

Matusow draws sharp criticism for post about incident with around 75% of his followers rebuking him.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Sun, 01/25/2026 - 11:13

Gambling Industry Working Hard to Remove Big Beautiful Bill Gambling Tax: Hearings Held

U.S. Rep. Dina Titus (D-Nev.) presented her FAIR BET Act for inclusion in the legislation, which would allow individuals to deduct 100% of their gambling losses.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Thu, 01/22/2026 - 10:19

Mini Online Super Series at ACR Poker Have Arrived for 2026: $2 Million Guaranteed

Small buy-ins, serious guarantees, and absolutely no reason not to fire.

Submitted by Ace King on, Wed, 01/21/2026 - 10:03

Unlock Your Seat for Dual Mystery Bounty Venoms

You will receive a free key to crack open the Vault and claim a prize. Inside, you could find satellite tickets, cash, or the ultimate reward: the Golden Key, unlocking a free seat to one of our upcoming Mystery Bounty Venom events.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Tue, 01/20/2026 - 10:21

ACR Poker Venom Fever Satellites Announced for January 12th – February 1st

Hundreds of seats were available for the Dual Mystery Bounty Venoms at ACR Poker. These are currently running and go through February 1, 2026.

Submitted by Ace King on, Mon, 01/19/2026 - 22:34

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Todd Bowles vs. Jim Harbaugh First Head Coach Fired 2026 Odds

Jim Harbaugh entered this week promising a payout of $650 for every $100 bet to be the first NFL head coach fired this season.

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