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Police in Astoria Bust Sports Betting Biz Using Wire Room Out of Costa Rica

Probe started in January 2016
Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - June 6 2019
Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Thursday June 6, 2019.
Legalized Sports Betting in Illinois Will Mean Higher Taxes, Gas Price Hikes

On the surface, Illinois looked like the hippest state in the union this week, legalizing everything from sports wagering at Wrigley Field, to slot machines placement at O'Hare to recreational use of marijuana. What could possibly go wrong?
Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - June 5 2019
Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Wednesday June 5, 2019.
Sports Betting Language Could Kill Louisiana Fantasy Bill

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana voters agreed in November to legalize online fantasy sports contests for cash prizes in 47 parishes. But it's unclear if lawmakers will approve the tax and regulatory provisions required to start the betting, before the legislative session ends Thursday.
Insiders Talk Sports Betting in Illinois

Joe Ostrowski of 670 The Score has been a busy man these past 24 plus hours. He's been speaking to everyone who's anyone in the world of sports betting as Illinois prepares to legalize the activity.
Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - June 4, 2019
Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Tuesday June 4, 2019.
What Online Sports Betting in Indiana Could Look Like

Legal in-state sports betting is slated to begin September 1, though some have suggested this date might be a bit aggressive.
Louisiana Sports Betting Effort Hail Mary

Just a few days ago, a sports betting bill in Illinois was left for dead. Lawmakers had hardly broached the subject as of Thursday. A last minute extension into the weekend helped got the job done and the sports betting measure now sits on the Governor's desk ready to be signed. With Governor J. B. Pritzker’s pen, sports betting at Wrigley Field, slot machines at Chicago’s two airports, and recreational marijuana will all become legalized.
Judge: Law Regarding Online Bets Across State Lines Only Applies to Sports Betting

A federal judge has ruled that a law prohibiting interstate wagering applies only to sports gambling and not to state lotteries as some had feared.
Draftkings CEO: 'Excluding Draftkings, FanDuel From Illinois Market Like Excluding Uber, Lyft From Ride Sharing Bill'

Illinois lawmakers, as part of a final hour effort this past weekend, past legislation that makes recreational marijuana legal in the state along with slots at O'Hare International Airport, a casino in Chicago and sports betting at Wrigley Field. A little something to make everybody happy, except for two behemoth companies.
More Than Just Sports Betting in Illinois: O'Hare to Have Slot Machines

The state of Illinois has gone all-in with gambling expansion as a means to help boost the state economy.
Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - June 3, 2019
Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Monday June 3, 2019.
Can I Use Bovada to Bet Sports if I'm in California

The popular online sportsbook, racebook, casino and poker site Bovada (formerly known as Bodog) is accessible to those living in the state of California.
Illinois Expected to Legalized Sports Betting Shortly

It is now heading to Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker's desk where he is widely expected to sign it.
Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - June 2, 2019
Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Sunday June 2, 2019.
Is Queen Elizabeth to Blame for Your Gambling Addiction?

Who knew? It's all Queen Elizabeth's fault that Gambling911.com readers are all gambling addicts (or some of you at least).
New Sportsbook Circa Sports Opens in Downtown Vegas - No Juice, $1 Million NFL Contest

Circa Sports, a new sportsbook in Downtown Las Vegas, had its grand opening on Saturday at 8 am.
Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - June 1, 2019
Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Saturday June 1, 2019.
Illinois Sports Betting Bill All But Dead

The Illinois Legislature has one day to churn out a state budget.
Lucky Roulette Makes US National Debut at Seminole Hard Rock

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Fla. is the first casino in the country to offer Aruze Gaming’s Lucky Roulette.
Monkey Knife Fight PGA Games - Tiger Wood Refunds

Gambling911.com has previously highlighted How to Play on Monkey Knife Fight, the exciting new hybrid fantasy sports product that inches ever so close to sports betting now that the US Supreme Court has ruled to allow this form of gambling.
Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - May 31, 2019
Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Friday May 31, 2019.
WagerTalk Announces Intent to Purchase The Gold Sheet

WagerTalk, the largest sports betting content provider in the world, has announced its intent to acquire The Gold Sheet.
Procure an Advanced Sportsbook Solution

The modern sportsbook looks much different than it did say fifteen years ago, for that matter, it looks a lot different than it did just five years ago. In ever changing times, sportsbooks are “keeping up with the Jones” so to speak.
Man Threatened to Kill Athletes Over Gambling Losses

A former college soccer player in Massachusetts has agreed to plead guilty to sending death threats to dozens of professional and collegiate athletes whom he blamed for his gambling losses.
Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - May 30, 2019
Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Thursday May 30, 2019.
Intersection of Blockchain and i-Gaming Stronger Than Ever

Carla Maree Vella of Consultxd opined that iGaming is among the "leading sectors in the space in terms of monatization and exemplication of blockchain".
Nevada Gaming Revenues Drop as Sports Betting Up, Colorado Governor Signs Off on Sports Betting Bill

Sportsbooks generated $21.6m for April on a $328m handle.
Public Weighs in on Massachusetts Sports Betting Bill

Day 3 of a hearing to determine whether sports betting should be legalized in Massachusetts residents joined municipal officials to provide their feedback.