Gambling
Wife and Manager of Kidnapped 5Dimes Owner Met to Make Payment
A Diario report reveals that the wife of kidnapped 5Dimes owner communicated with a manager of the betting firm to send more than $700K in bitcoin ransom to Cuba hours after Sean "Tony" Creighton allegedly disappeared.
New Study Shows More Americans Support Legalized Sports Betting
A new report using data from the Life, Liberty, and Happiness survey conducted by East Carolina University’s Center for Survey Research confirms that many Americans support legalized gambling on professional sports.
Family in States Heartbroken Over 5Dimes Owner Kidnapping, Office Under Heavy Security
The 5Dimes office in the Edificio Equus, or simply Equus Building, of San Pedro, Costa Rica was under heavy guard Thursday. Sources close to Gambling911.com say it is like "something out of Black Ops".
5Dimes Issues Statement Regarding Kidnapping of Owner
Costa Rica sportsbook 5Dimes issued a statement to at least one media outlet in regard to the alleged kidnapping of its colorful owner, Sean "Tony" Creighton, 43 of Morgantown, West Virginia.
Philly Crime Boss Gets Two Years Prison
A notorious Philadelphia mob boss sentenced to two years in prison for illegal betting quipped outside court Wednesday that President Donald Trump was right to suggest cooperators or flippers should be outlawed.
Sugarhouse Sportsbook Shifts From Golden Nugget to Monmouth Park in NJ
The newly opened Sugarhouse Sportsbook has found a brand new home after only a few weeks in business according to Legal Sports Report.
Kidnapped 5Dimes Owner Vehicle Found Intentionally Crashed by Perps
Diaro Extra has what it says is a photo of the vehicle driven by 5Dimes owner Sean "Tony" Creighton intentionally crashed into a gate. Creighton was reported kidnapped on September 25.
Status of 5Dimes Uncertain in Wake of Owner's Disappearance
Following word that the owner of San Jose, Costa Rica-based 5Dimes Sportsbook was reportedly kidnapped three weeks ago, those with money at the book have been scrambling to find out more details.
5Dimes Owner Kidnapped
A source close to Gambling911.com advised that the family paid a $750K ransom via Bitcoin and have yet to hear back.
Sports Betting Officially Begins in New Mexico
Sports betting in New Mexico officially kicked off Tuesday October 16 at the Santa Ana Star Casino outside of Albuquerque and business was brisk.
Springfield Casino Rolls In $27M In Its First Month
MGM has reported nearly $27 million in revenue during the first full month of operation at its Massachusetts casino.
All Eyes on Albuquerque, Santa Fe New Mexico as Sports Betting Makes its Debut Today
New Mexico was set to become the first state west of the Mississippi to legalize sports betting Tuesday October 16 following a landmark decision by the US Supreme Court to abolish decades long prohibition of such gambling.
‘Duffel Bag Bettor’ Takes William Hill for $240K
A Vegas man won big on Army this past weekend. Army is among those teams performing well Against The Spread this season.
Sports Betting Coming to Virginia?
Following last week's shock news that New Mexico would start offering sports betting starting Tuesday October 16, now comes word that Virginia may be next on the list.
Doyle Brunson Not Dead Yet: Catch Him in Poker After Dark
For years Gambling911.com has received countless number of search inquiries for Doyle Brunson's untimely death. ...We are happy to report Doyle is alive and kicking.
The Truth of Sports Betting
A Sports Bet deals with people betting on the result of a game of sport. While most forms of gambling are controlled and monitored - Sports Bets are held at most races or games.
The Top Three Free Sports Bets
Online sports betting, similar to other online gambling type transactions, has become more and more popular over the years.
Online Sport Betting - Not Only is it Easier Than Traditional Betting - It's Also Safer
Online sports betting, similar to other online gambling type transactions, has become more and more popular over the years.
Man Stole $630K in Stamps to Support Gambling Habit
A post office manager in Louisiana is accused of stealing more than $630,000 in stamps and selling them online to support a gambling addiction.
Wynn Resorts to Offer Sports Betting in Massachusetts ....When it is Legalized
Wynn Resorts has announced a sports betting partnership with European-based wagering firm BetBull.
Arkansas' High Court Rejects Bids to Disqualify Casino Amendment
Arkansas' Supreme Court has rejected efforts to disqualify a proposed casino legalization initiative, dismissing two lawsuits which claimed the ballot's wording was misleading and ambiguous on several issues.
Weekend Cross-Sport Parlay Ideas For Your Sportsbook
College football, the NFL, MLB Playoffs, and the NHL run sporting events this weekend. Check out bookie insights on a few cross-sports parlay ideas that could make bettors huge profits.
New Mexico Santa Ana Star Casino to Have Sportsbook
New Mexico could become the first state west of the Mississippi to offer sports betting following a landmark ruling by the US Supreme Court in May abolishing decades long prohibition. Nevada was the only state to offer full service sports gambling previous to the decision.
MLB Says it Wants Cut From Sports Betting
Major League Baseball is insisting to casino executives that the league should get a cut from wagers placed on the sport following the repeal of a federal ban on sports betting.
PokerStars to Shut Down Costa Rica Office
The world's largest online poker site, PokerStars, is due to shut down its Costa Rica office by March 2019 as it focuses more on the legal poker and sports betting landscape in the US.
Scientific Games Acquires Don Best Sports
Scientific Games has announced the acquisition of Don Best Sports, a real time line service and sports data collection company encompassing quite the colorful history.
Kentucky Sports Betting Legislation Introduced Via Pre-Filing
A bill to legalize sports betting in the state of Kentucky has been prefiled by two lawmakers.
DraftKings New Jersey Sports Betting App Review - Now Live!
The initial review of this app are mixed with many long time sports bettors offering comparisons to the popular long established internationally-licensed online sports books, but there are some unique features.
Despite Record Shattering Season Thus Far TopBet Continues to Struggle With Making Payouts
Payout complaints continue to mount, this despite reports that internationally-licensed online sportsbooks catering to the North American market have reported record shattering numbers during the month of September.
Play Sugarhouse NJ Revenue Doubles Thanks to Sports Betting
New Jersey online gambling app Play Sugarhouse has seen its revenues more than double during the month of September thanks to legalized sports betting in the state.
