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Tropicana Las Vegas hotel closes its doors for MLB ballpark

The Tropicana hotel and casino in Las Vegas closed up shop on Tuesday, as developers plan to turn the storied resort into an MLB ballpark. Employees and managers shut the doors around 1 p.m. local time as the final guests checked out, local Fox affiliate KVVU reported. The casino floor closed at 3 a.m. Tuesday. Californian Will Ross was the last…
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Where are Crypto Casinos Legal? Gambling Laws Explained

According to a MarketsandMarkets report, the crypto casino industry will be worth $65.7 billion by 2027. But that begs the question - where are crypto casinos legal? This guide explores the regulatory landscape surrounding crypto gambling in 2024. We also look at crypto casino licensing and how Bitcoin gambling winnings are taxed. There are two…
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New gambling getaway for North Texans opening next month

NORTH TEXAS - North Texans will soon have a new gambling getaway, as final touches are placed on a new casino and resort nearby. The $238 million Choctaw Landing Casino and Resort is expected to open next month in the scenic southeast corner of Oklahoma in Hochatown, which is about a three-hour drive from Dallas. The resort ran an ad in the Super…
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Lottery player in Illinois wins over $700,000 in Fast Play game

CHICAGO (CBS) - An Illinois lottery player won over $700000 after purchasing an online Fast Play game on Wednesday. The winner played the "Fast Play Twenty 20s" and won the jackpot of $711984. Twenty 20s is a progressive jackpot game that starts at $50000 and grows with each ticket sold until there's a winner. Over 37000 winning tickets have been…
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Lottery player in Illinois wins over $700,000 in Fast Play game
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Agoura Hills man stung by scorpion in Las Vegas hotel

An Agoura Hills man had a scary encounter in a luxury Las Vegas hotel room when he was reportedly bitten by a scorpion. Michael Farchi said he was staying at the Venetian's Palazzo Tower on the Las Vegas strip when he was stung by a scorpion on his private parts while sleeping. Farchi said he woke up in excruciating pain on December 26, adding he…
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Wisconsin Lottery announces 2 new Fast Play games

MADISON, Wis. (CBS 58) -- Wisconsin lottery players will soon experience more variety with the introduction of two new Fast Play games. The Wisconsin Lottery issued a Tuesday, Feb. 27 press release to announce that Progressive Bingo and Lucky Clover will join its Fast Play game lineup on Sunday, March 3 with a Progressive Jackpot at stake in each…
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Aristocrat Technologies' New Star Trek: The Next Generation™ Slot Game Launches at M Resort Spa Casino

LAS VEGAS, Sept. 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Aristocrat Technologies' new Star Trek: The Next Generation slot game is an out-of-this-world experience, and the game is making its Earthly premiere September 24 at M Resort Spa Casino in Las Vegas. On September 24 and 25, VIP guests can board the Captain's Bridge direct from the set of Star Trek: The Next…
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Man sues Powerball after being told his $340M jackpot win was an error

A man is suing the organizers of Powerball after being told what he thought was a $340 million jackpot win was an error. John Cheeks, from Washington, D.C., had a ticket that matched all six winning numbers on Powerball's website from a Jan. 7 drawing. He had seen the numbers the following morning online, and went "numb" with the realization that…
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America's Gambling Crisis Escalates: 'No Guardrails'

Online gambling, an emerging public health emergency, is threatening young Americans. "I have patients who gamble in the shower. I have patients who gamble before they get out of bed in the morning. I have patients who gamble while they are driving. There are no guardrails," said Harry Levant, an addiction therapist. Movieguide®…
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Super Bowl 2024: Chiefs and 49ers players will have to abide by this strict NFL gambling policy in Las Vegas

During the regular season, NFL players are allowed to gamble on almost anything that doesn't involve the NFL, but that won't be the case for the the Chiefs and 49ers when they arrive in Las Vegas for Super Bowl LVIII. With the NFL's biggest game being played in Sin City this year, the league has decided to get tough on gambling: The NFL will be…
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Super Bowl 2024: Chiefs and 49ers players will have to abide by this strict NFL gambling policy in Las Vegas
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Canton woman wins $3 million Michigan lottery prize from online ticket

CANTON, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) - A Metro Detroit woman couldn't believe her eyes when she discovered she had won a $3 million Mega Millions prize. Reagan Blanton, 52, of Canton, matched the five white balls: 12-24-46-57-66 in the Oct. 6 drawing to win $1 million. The lucky player's prize was multiplied to $3 million due to the Megaplier, which can be…
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Canton woman wins $3 million Michigan lottery prize from online ticket
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Online Illinois Lottery player wins over $600K with Fast Play game

CHICAGO (CBS) - An online Illinois Lottery player got their week off to a good start with a big win. The player won $607328 with the "Illinois Super Jackpot" Fast Play game on Monday just after midnight, according to lottery officials. The $20 progressive Fast Play game starts at $50000 and increases with each ticket sold statewide until the…
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Online Illinois Lottery player wins over $600K with Fast Play game
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Husband arrested at Las Vegas casino after wife found dead on New Year’s Day

A 55-year-old Pennsylvania husband was arrested during his cigarette break outside a Las Vegas casino with $100000 cash the day after his second wife was found dead in their home on New Year's Day. In a bizarre twist, Arthur Guty Jr.'s Tuesday arrest came four years after his former wife was accused of targeting him in a murder-for-hire plot for a…
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Wife 'killer' Arthur Guty arrested at Vegas casino with $100k cash after 'telling neighbor he'd kill' murdered partner

A SUSPECT reportedly made a chilling statement about killing his wife before he was arrested for her murder. Arthur Guty, 55, was arrested at a Las Vegas, Nevada casino days after police discovered his wife Nicole Zambrano's body in their Pennsylvania home. Zambrano, 26, disappeared last week, and a search was launched for her after she failed to…
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Wife 'killer' Arthur Guty arrested at Vegas casino with $100k cash after 'telling neighbor he'd kill' murdered partner
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NBA approves sale of Dallas Mavericks to Miriam Adelson, casino company Las Vegas Sands

DALLAS - The NBA on Wednesday approved the sale of controlling interest of the Dallas Mavericks from Mark Cuban to the families that run the Las Vegas Sands casino company. The deal was approved just shy of a month since the families of Miriam Adelson and Sivan and Patrick Dumont announced their intention to buy the club. The purchase is in the…
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Illinois lottery player wins jackpot worth over $880k online

CHICAGO (CBS) - Another lottery player from Illinois is taking home a big win. The person won the jackpot worth $880164 after playing the Fast Play Twenty 20s online on Wednesday. It's the sixth-largest jackpot for the game won so far this year. Back in July, another lucky online player took home the largest jackpot nearing $1.25 million. Twenty…
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Illinois lottery player wins jackpot worth over $880k online
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The Best Christmas Gambling Games To Enjoy For The Holidays

Christmas gambling games are a great way to spice up your holiday parties or family gatherings. Whether it's you, or that crazy uncle who knows every word to Dean Martin's Baby It's Cold Outside, every family has someone that loves to gamble. Additionally, most families love healthy competition especially if money can be earned. We're not saying to…
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Maryland Voters Show Strong Support for Online Casino Legalization

In a significant development for Maryland's gambling landscape, a recent poll conducted by MD Betting reveals a strong inclination among Maryland voters towards legalizing online casino gambling. This sentiment comes in the wake of the successful launch of online sports betting in the state in 2022. MD Betting's online casino poll, carried out…
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Pennsylvania man wins over $350,000 at Rivers Casino when four aces were beat by royal flush, triggering the 'Bad Beat Jackpot'

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- A poker player at the Rivers Casino suffered a bad beat on Tuesday night when his four aces lost to a royal flush -- making everyone at the table a winner when the'Bad Beat Jackpot' was triggered. The'Bad Beat Jackpot' was triggered when Scott Thompson of Washington, Pa. had four aces that were beat by Brent Enos of Jefferson…
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Pennsylvania man wins over $350,000 at Rivers Casino when four aces were beat by royal flush, triggering the 'Bad Beat Jackpot'
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Bad Gambling Advice: Week 12

Last week: 3-6 ATS, 2-6-1 totals; Season to date: 44-53-2 ATS, 41-54-4 totals Yep, a bad week last week. The column's title is once again accurate. This week is SoCon Saturday, which means... a bunch of games with no posted line and that I won't pick because really, why bother picking Alabama vs. UT-Chatt? More to the point, there are some SEC…
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Super Bowl and casinos: how the football event affects the gambling industry

Every year, as winter draws to a close, America prepares to watch the Super Bowl, the final battle of the National Football League. This exciting event not only attracts over a hundred million viewers, but also significantly affects the revenues of many industries, especially gambling. The intriguing connection between the Super Bowl and the world…
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Online Illinois Lottery player wins $500k in Lucky Day Lotto drawing

CHICAGO (CBS) - You may want to check your tickets. One lucky person won big over the weekend in the midday Lucky Day Lotto drawing. The player purchased the ticket online and matched all five numbers on Sunday. That prize was worth $500000. Those winning numbers again were: 10-36-37-40-45. Winners have one year from the drawing date to claim their…
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Why is Richmond voting (again) on whether to allow a casino in the city

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Voters in Virginia's capital city are deciding Tuesday whether developers can move forward with a proposed $562 million resort casino along Interstate 95. A ballot measure on whether to allow the gambling and entertainment complex is before Richmond voters for a second time, after the city narrowly rejected the proposal two…
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Detroit casino workers launch strike for better pay and benefits

Thousands of casino workers in Detroit walked off the job Tuesday, calling their first strike since the MGM Grand, MotorCity Casino Hotel and Hollywood Casino at Greektown opened their doors in the city about a quarter of a century ago. The push for better wages by dealers, valets, housekeepers, and food and beverage workers came after negotiators…
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Historic $1.55 billion Powerball jackpot: Drawing on 10/9/23

The historic $1.55 billion Powerball jackpot will be up for grabs on Monday night, in what is the third-biggest prize in the game's history. Not only is this the third-largest jackpot in Powerball history, but it's just the fourth billion-dollar-plus prize ever. If you would like a chance at winning the $1.55 billion jackpot, you must purchase your…
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Historic $1.55 billion Powerball jackpot: Drawing on 10/9/23
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Get tickets here for Wednesday night’s historic $1.2 billion Powerball jackpot

The current $1.2 billion Powerball jackpot is a historic figure-and it will be able to be won in Wednesday night's drawing. It's rare that a Powerball jackpot elevates to over the $1 billion mark. In fact, the current figure is the third biggest in Powerball history. Drawings occur each week on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday nights at…
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Get your tickets for $1.04 billion Powerball jackpot now

The current $1.04 billion Powerball jackpot is one of the biggest jackpots in history, and you must buy your ticket(s) before the historic drawing on Monday night. If you want to participate in Monday night's Powerball drawing, you must purchase your ticket(s) ahead of the deadline at exactly 9:59 p.m. ET. This past Saturday's drawing saw white…
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10 best casinos in the US that aren't in Las Vegas

The United States is home to more than 1000 casinos - more than any other country in the world. From coast to coast, gamblers have a huge range of options for where to place their bets, and not just in Las Vegas. These 10 casinos outside of Sin City, voted as the best in the U.S. by our readers, stand out for their expansive gaming options and…
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Woman wins $1,000 from slot machine on her 106th birthday and casino doubles the prize

Despite her unexpected windfall, she remained humble and undecided about how to use her winnings, stating her intention to make a thoughtful choice. Cover Image Source: Facebook | Potawatomi Hotel & Casino A woman who marks her birthday every year at a Milwaukee casino had quite the stroke of luck this time around. On her whopping 106th birthday,…
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Woman wins $1,000 from slot machine on her 106th birthday and casino doubles the prize
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Rep. Jason Saine Wants North Carolina To Consider iCasino

Rep. Jason Saine, who spearheaded mobile sports betting legalization efforts in North Carolina earlier this year, in the Charlotte Observer supporting potential iGaming legalization in the Tar Heel State. "My fellow lawmakers continue to debate what gaming expansion looks like, but limiting this discussion to just brick-and-mortar casinos is a lot…
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106-year-old woman hits the $1,000 JACKPOT while celebrating her birthday in her favorite local casino

A centenarian hit the jackpot while celebrating her 106th birthday at her favorite local casino - with the business in turn doubling her $1000 winnings in honor of the occasion. Serafina'Sarah' Papia Petersonk, a lifelong Milwaukee resident who currently lives in a retirement community in the surrounding suburbs, made her annual visit to the city's…
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106-year-old woman hits the $1,000 JACKPOT while celebrating her birthday in her favorite local casino
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Legalizing online gambling doubled Dutch State's gambling income to nearly €1 billion

The legalization of online gambling was very profitable for the treasury last year. Partly thanks to this measure, the income from gambling taxes more than doubled to almost 1 billion euros, Statistics Netherlands (CBS) wrote in a new report on government finances. Since the autumn of 2021, Netherlands residents have been allowed to gamble on…
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Richmond casino project could be back on ballot after judge sides with city

RICHMOND, Va. -- A Richmond Circuit Court judge has a rejected a legal challenge seeking to block the city from holding a second referendum this November for a casino project on the city's south side. "I am pleased to see Judge Marchant rule in favor of the City of Richmond," said Richmond Mayor Levar Stoney in reaction to the ruling. "If approved…
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Richmond casino project could be back on ballot after judge sides with city
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North Carolina iCasino Legalization Debates Begin

Mobile sports betting is coming to North Carolina in 2024, and state lawmakers are in the process of discussing legal casino expansion. Could iCasino be next? "It's a natural fit and should be included in the conversation," Scott Ward, vice president of the Sports Betting Alliance, told WRAL. The alliance is a collaborative group advocating for…
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Sheriff says Nash County not ready for casino

ROCKY MOUNT, N.C. (WNCN) - Old Carriage Road in Rocky Mount is mostly filled with trees. However, soon the area could be the site of slot machines, table games, and sports betting. "You know, you got 90 million vehicles that travel that corridor of I-95 and U.S. 64. So, obviously, from a business standpoint, if I was looking for a place to put it,…
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Delaware Lottery Selects Rush Street As Online Gaming Vendor

Rush Street Interactive has been selected as the Delaware State Lottery's vendor for the state's online gaming business, according to a joint press release issued on Thursday. Under the deal, RSI will provide the Delaware Lottery with online gaming services for an initial period of five years. From there, the agreement will be renewable for a…
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3 Stocks to Buy to Benefit from the Growing Online Gambling Trend

Americans love to gamble. A record 50 million people placed a wager on this year's Super Bowl, spending $16 billion to gamble on the outcome of the big game, according to the American Gaming Association. The betting on the Super Bowl in 2023 represented a 61% increase from the previous year as online gambling platforms grow and proliferate, making…
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B2B information for the global online gambling and gaming industry

CBS Global has launched a new crypto-focused sportsbook and online casino named Crypto Bet Sports. The Curaçao-licensed firm will use SoftGamings platform to power its operations and will provide slots, live casino table games, sports betting and esports betting to its customers. The operator has also partnered with BetRadar to provide its…
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Rockingham County NC land eyed by developer with casino ties

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) - As North Carolina lawmakers consider whether to legalize more casinos in the state, a developer appears to already have their eyes set on a site in Rockingham County. A company called "NC Development Holdings" has asked to rezone almost 200 acres of land in Rockingham County on U.S. 220 from residential/agricultural to…
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What are the winning Powerball numbers for Monday, July 10?

Update, 11 p.m.: The Powerball jackpot for the Monday, July 10, drawing grew to $675 million with a cash value of $340.9 million. Tonight's winning number were 2, 24, 34, 53 and 58. The red Powerball was 13 and the Power Play was 2X. There was no grand prize winner from Saturday night's Powerball drawing, so the jackpot continues to climb. It is…
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St. Clair County man wins $886K Fast Cash jackpot from Michigan Lottery

CAPAC. Mich. (CBS DETROIT) - A St. Clair County man won an $886062 prize from the Michigan Lottery after a last-minute decision to purchase a Jackpot Slots Fast Cash ticket. The lucky 52-year-old player, who remained anonymous, purchased his winning ticket at Good Time Charlie's, at 15036 Downey Road in Capac. "Me and my brother went to Good Time…
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St. Clair County man wins $886K Fast Cash jackpot from Michigan Lottery
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IGT Introduces First Omnichannel Wide Area Progressive Link in the US with Wheel of Fortune® Slots in New Jersey

IGT Introduces First Omnichannel Wide Area Progressive Link in the US with Wheel of Fortune® Slots in New Jersey PR Newswire Company pairs most successful slot theme of all time with industry-first technology to create pioneering omnichannel jackpot link in the US LONDON,May 31, 2023/PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT")…
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Wayne County man wins nearly $600K after purchasing lottery ticket at Melvindale bar

MELVINDALE, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) - A man won $589042 playing the Michigan Lottery's Jumbo Jackpot Slots Fast Cash game. The player, who decided to remain anonymous, purchased his winning ticket at Parts & Labor Bar, located at 17993 Allen Road in Melvindale. "I was at Parts & Labor Bar and played a few Fast Cash tickets throughout the night," said…
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Wayne County man wins nearly $600K after purchasing lottery ticket at Melvindale bar
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March Madness reminds us of gambling problems

The amount of money wagered on college basketball during March Madness is insane. According to statistics compiled for this year's Problem Gambling Awareness Month, one in five of us is expected to gamble either on an online site, casino sportsbook location or in an office pool. In total, we'll be spending more than $10 billion before the college…
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BetMGM Announces Launch of Wheel of Fortune Online Casino

BetMGM Announces Launch of Wheel of Fortune Online Casino PR Newswire New Wheel of Fortune Casino Mobile App now available inNew Jersey JERSEY CITY, N.J.,March 8, 2023/PRNewswire/ -- BetMGM, a leading iGaming and sports betting operator, announced today the launch of Wheel of Fortune Online Casino. In collaboration with IGT (NYSE: IGT), Wheel of…
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Clinton County man, 49, wins $125K lottery jackpot

CLINTON COUNTY, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) - A 49-year-old man from Clinton County says winning over $125000 from the Michigan Lottery couldn't have happened at a better time. The lucky player who chose to stay anonymous won $125514 after being randomly selected in a drawing on Jan. 11. According to Michigan Lottery officials, he earned entries to the…
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Clinton County man, 49, wins $125K lottery jackpot
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Britain's youngest EuroMillions winner regrets her jackpot

Britain's youngest EuroMillions winner has opened up about how her win didn't bring her happiness, saying she wouldn't'wish it on anyone'. Appearing on an episode of the US TV show Dr Phil, Jane Park, 27, discussed the downsides of her £1million EuroMillions windfall in 2013 when she was 17 years old. In the episode, titled'The Curse of the…
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Aurora City Council OKs Hollywood Casino relocation

AURORA, Ill. (CBS) -- Aurora's Hollywood casino is moving - the vote came down Tuesday night in the Aurora City Council. The City of Aurora will be kicking in $50 million to help build out the region's first casino resort. As CBS 2's Chris Tye reported, Aurora city leaders wanted a guarantee that taxpayers would not be on the line for the money -…
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Tiny Nick’s Gambling Picks: 01/01

NFL (0.75 Unit) Chicago Bears/Detroit Lions Over 52 (-110; Odds via BetMGM): 12:00 PM CT on FOX This might be the highest total on the board for Week 17, but there are still plenty of points written all over this game. Maybe the biggest key is getting Jared Goff and the Lions back into the friendly confines of Ford Field. That's where Lions games…
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Las Vegas’ top 10 real estate deals of 2022

Las Vegas' wheeler-dealer real estate market didn't disappoint in 2022. Here are the top 10 deals of the year, ranked by yours truly. Some blockbusters that closed in 2022, including the $5.65 billion sale of The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, are not listed because they were announced in 2021 and were in that year's top 10. 1. Tilman Fertitta Houston…
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Grand Sierra Resort Will Host Wheel of Fortune Slots Spin & Win Tournament

Home // Grand Sierra Resort Will Host Wheel of Fortune Slots Spin & Win Tournament RENO, Nev. - Experience a tournament like no other during the Grand Sierra Resort (GSR) Wheel of Fortune Slots Spin & Win Tournament each Sunday beginning Sept. 11. Guests can play one of IGT's most famous slots brands for a chance to win the grand prize - a brand…
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Head: Casino cage at Las Vegas resort is robbed

Thursday, Nov. 10, 2022 | 5:53 p.m. A Las Vegas Strip property's casino cage was robbed early Wednesday morning, the resort confirmed to the Sun. In a statement, officials with Resorts World said a lone individual approached the cage about 2 a.m. and demanded money. Metro Police was contacted and arrived in minutes, they said. No other details were…
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Three moms roll the dice, open new casino school in Tempe

TEMPE, AZ (3TV/CBS 5) - They are three moms who love their families and love their jobs, working as dealers at Phoenix-area casinos. But they wanted more out of life than flipping cards and collecting chips, so the dynamic dealers started their own business. The motivated moms just opened the Real Deal Casino College in Tempe, a place where anyone…
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3 lucky lottery players win over $50K each for Arizona Lottery games

PHOENIX (3TV/CBS 5) - There were three lucky lottery winners Wednesday - two bought the Powerball and one bought a Fast Play. All three bought tickets in Arizona. The two Powerball winners won $50000 each for the Oct. 26 drawing. One ticket was sold at Depot 89 in Paulden, and the other ticket was sold at Cross Eyed Cricket in Peoria. The tickets…
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Aurora City Council Finance Commitee advances plan for relocation of Hollywood Casino

AURORA, Ill. (CBS) - The Aurora City Council Finance Committee voted unanimously Thursday to advance a relocation plan for the Hollywood Casino. All five members of the committee voted to go ahead with the relocation plan. The next step is a presentation to all 12 members at a City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 18. A final…
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Netflix series “Money, Explained” gives precious casino insights

Over the years, Netflix has been renowned for streaming, aside from famous releases, movies or series made with their contribution. "Money, Explained" is a 2021 docuseries made as a continuation of the series "Explained." Both were created by Vox Media and released on Netflix. This article intends to explore points made in the "Gambling" episode of…
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Netflix series “Money, Explained” gives precious casino insights
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Online Gambling Software Market Worth USD 158.20 Billion in 2028

The global online gambling software market size is expected to gain momentum by reaching USD 158.20 billion by 2028 while exhibiting a stellar CAGR of 11.4% between 2022 to 2028. In its report titled "Online Gambling Software Market Forecast [2022 - 2028]" Fortune Business Insights mentions that the market size stood at USD 66.72 billion in…
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Online Gambling Software Market Worth USD 158.20 Billion in 2028
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56 alleged gambling machines siezed during raids by state investigators

DETROIT (CBS DETROIT) - Raids by state investigators netted 56 gaming machines and more than $12700 in alleged illegal gambling profits from gas stations in Wayne county and a storefront in the Flint-area. State investigators raided gas stations in Redford Township, Taylor and Allen Park gas stations and a Flint-area store on September 28 and 29.…
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56 alleged gambling machines siezed during raids by state investigators
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With 11.4% CAGR, Online Gambling Software Market Size worth USD 158.20 Billion in 2028

The global online gambling software market size is expected to gain momentum by reaching USD 158.20 billion by 2028 while exhibiting a stellar CAGR of 11.4% between 2021 to 2028. In its report titled "Online Gambling Software Market," Fortune Business Insights mentions that the market size stood at USD 66.72 billion in 2020. The increasing demand…
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With 11.4% CAGR, Online Gambling Software Market Size worth USD 158.20 Billion in 2028
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Here’s how to own parts of the old Desert Diamond casino near Glendale

GLENDALE, AZ (3TV/CBS 5) - A part of gambling history in the Valley is up for auction, and anyone can grab a piece. Desert Diamond has more than 200 items from Desert Diamond Casino West Valley, its interim casino near Glendale, on the auction block. The online auction started earlier this month and ends on Monday at 7 p.m. Arizona time. Desert…
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Bad Gambling Advice: Week 3

Season to date: 6-10 ATS, 7-9 totals Yeah, the first week of the season was a very Bad Gambling Advice-y week, though I guess if you only faded the ATS picks you did fine. If, however, you followed the entirety of the picks, you lost. You always lose. That is the premise of this column. Anyway... Georgia at South Carolina (11:00 AM CT, ESPN): On…
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The Luxurious Casinos In The World

Gambling has been one of the most pleasing socialization and diversion where people place a bet on various events, races, and contact sports. In some countries, wagering was used in judging the fate of a person and raising money to build a fortress or charity. It is a form of entertainment enjoyed by many in the old days until the…
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Live Mega Millions results for 07/26/22; jackpot worth $830 million

LANSING, MI -- Only three other lottery jackpot in U.S. history have ever been larger than the one that could be yours tonight. The estimated Mega Millions jackpot for the drawing on Tuesday, July 26 is worth an incredible $830 million. The cash option for tonight's drawing is worth $487.9 million. MLive will be providing live results of tonight's…
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Live Mega Millions results for 07/26/22; jackpot worth $830 million
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Casino Barcelona Goes All-In on Large Tournament Events

The landscape for casino gaming is constantly changing. Today, fans of casino titles have more options than ever before. For example, casino bonuses from online providers offer the latest jackpot slots, live roulette, and blackjack tournaments for gamers around the world. The welcome deals are competitive, while the platforms include games from…
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Casino Barcelona Goes All-In on Large Tournament Events
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Iowa Gov. pushed not to sign casino moratorium bill as P2E's Cedar Rapids project developers unveil $250M plans

Despite Iowa lawmakers passing last week a two-year moratorium on new casino licenses, developers and backers of a $250 million casino proposal in Cedar Rapids, Linn County, have unveiled details and plans for their project, called "Cedar Crossing." The Linn County Gaming Association (LCGA), Cedar Rapids Development Group, and Peninsula Pacific…
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Iowa Gov. pushed not to sign casino moratorium bill as P2E's Cedar Rapids project developers unveil $250M plans
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Union Representing Atlantic City Casino Workers Warning Families Summer Plans Could Be Affected By Labor Dispute

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (CBS) - The union representing Atlantic City casino workers is warning families their summer plans may be affected by a labor dispute. Union contracts at seven major casinos, including the Borgata, Caesars, Golden Nugget, Harrah's, Hard Rock, Resorts Casino and Tropicana, ended on Tuesday. UNITE HERE Local 54, which represents…
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Union Representing Atlantic City Casino Workers Warning Families Summer Plans Could Be Affected By Labor Dispute
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City Council approves Bally's plan for River West casino

CHICAGO (CBS) -- Aldermen on Wednesday overwhelmingly approved Mayor Lori Lightfoot's push for Bally's to build the city's first casino in the River West neighborhood, despite complaints from some critics that the project was rushed through City Council, and that the projected $200 million in annual tax revenue the project is estimated to bring to…
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City Council approves Bally's plan for River West casino
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Bally's proposal for River West casino wins first key vote, with final City Council approval on tap for Wednesday

CHICAGO (CBS) -- Mayor Lori Lightfoot's push for Bally's to build the city's first casino in the River West neighborhood cleared its first major hurdle on Monday, as a key city panel approved the plan, setting up a final City Council vote on Wednesday. The City Council's Special Committee on the Chicago Casino voted 27-3 to approve an ordinance…
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Bally's proposal for River West casino wins first key vote, with final City Council approval on tap for Wednesday
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Bet There'll Be Fewer Online Casinos Next Year?

Pimlico Race Course. The name conjures greats of horse racing that have thundered down its track over the decades - Man o' War, Seabiscuit, Secretariat - and, as the 2022 Preakness is run this weekend at Baltimore's iconic course, sports wagering is on the table as never before. As step two in the tripartite title known as the Triple Crown, awarded…
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Bet There'll Be Fewer Online Casinos Next Year?
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First vote on Bally's plan for River West casino delayed, amid ongoing questions, complaints from aldermen

CHICAGO (CBS) -- The first expected vote on Mayor Lori Lightfoot's push for Bally's to build a $1.74 billion casino in River West was called off on Friday, as aldermen continued to raise questions about the project, but the mayor is still hoping to get it approved by next week. The City Council's Special Casino Committee had been expected to vote…
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First vote on Bally's plan for River West casino delayed, amid ongoing questions, complaints from aldermen
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Potawatomi Hotel & Casino announces $100M renovation project

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- The Potawatomi Hotel & Casino announced Monday, May 9, a $100 million renovation project that will revolutionize the casino's third floor and usher in the next era of entertainment to Milwaukee. The project impacts more than 120000 square feet of space and provides guests with new gaming, food and entertainment…
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Potawatomi Hotel & Casino announces $100M renovation project
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IGT Powerbucks Slot: $1.7M Won at Casino Nanaimo in BC last March

IGT announced last March its Powerbucks slots had paid out the third-largest jackpot in the product's history at Casino Nanaimo in British Columbia, Canada. On February 24, a slots player won CA$2129070 ($1676834) at Casino Nanaimo, a British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC)-a licensed casino operated by Great Canadian Gaming Corporation. The…
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IGT Powerbucks Slot: $1.7M Won at Casino Nanaimo in BC last March
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Century Casinos successfully reopened its two casinos in Missouri as well as restaurant and off-track betting operations in Alberta, Canada

Century Casinos, Inc. announced today that operations at its two Missouri properties Century Casino Cape Girardeau and Century Casino Caruthersville resumed on June 1, 2020. In Alberta, Canada, while the casinos remain closed at this time, the Company's popular restaurants at Century Casino St. Albert and Century Downs Racetrack and Casino reopened…
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Century Casinos successfully reopened its two casinos in Missouri as well as restaurant and off-track betting operations in Alberta, Canada
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IGT Wheel of Fortune® Slots Award Two Massive Jackpots in January

IGT Wheel of Fortune® Slots Award Two Massive Jackpots in January LONDON - Feb. 10, 2022 - International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) announced today that two massive jackpots were awarded on its Wheel of Fortune ® slots games in January. Lucky slots players won the following million dollar-plus jackpots last month: On Jan. 10, a Wheel…
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IGT Wheel of Fortune® Slots Award Two Massive Jackpots in January
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Tiny Nick’s Gambling Picks: 1/15

NFL (0.75 Units) Las Vegas Raiders+6 @ Cincinnati Bengals (-110): 3:30 PM CT on CBS I actually think the Las Vegas Raiders might actually win this game. They've been through a lot this year and somehow here they are. The Bengals have played well as of late highlighted by their marquee win against the Chiefs but six points is a lot, especially…
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Tiny Nick’s Gambling Picks: 1/15
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The Casino File: A Tic-Tac-Toe-playing chicken? Tropicana Atlantic City celebrates 40 years; Sting tix on sale

Tuesday, Tropicana Atlantic City marks its 40 anniversary. In honor of the occasion, we take a look back at the casino's rather checkered history. In the beginning When it opened on Nov. 23, 1981, the adult playground popularly known as the Trop was the eighth legal gambling den in Atlantic City. Built by the Ramada hotel chain on the site of…
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The Casino File: A Tic-Tac-Toe-playing chicken? Tropicana Atlantic City celebrates 40 years; Sting tix on sale
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IGT Wheel of Fortune® Slots Award Three Massive Jackpots in December

IGT Wheel of Fortune® Slots Award Three Massive Jackpots in December LONDON - Jan. 10, 2022 - International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) announced today that its Wheel of Fortune ® slots awarded three life-changing jackpots in December. Lucky slots players won the following million dollar-plus jackpots last month: On Dec. 1, a Wheel of…
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IGT Wheel of Fortune® Slots Award Three Massive Jackpots in December
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BREAKING THE BANK! Player wins more than $1M on slot machine in downtown Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - Yet another lucky winner is going home $1 million richer after winning on the slots machine Thursday. The unidentified slots winner won nearly $1.2 million dollars on a Wheel of Fortune game at the Golden Nugget in downtown Las Vegas. The casino posted a photo of the jackpot winner on social media shortly before noon. No other…
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BREAKING THE BANK! Player wins more than $1M on slot machine in downtown Las Vegas
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NFL Playoff Schedule: Bills’ Wild Card weekend time slot set

Even though their opponent hasn't been finalized yet, the Buffalo Bills' time slot and game day for their Wild Card weekend is locked in. The Bills will play either the New England Patriots or the Los Angeles Chargers at 8:15 PM Eastern on Saturday, January 15th. The game is on CBS. Around the AFC, the Cincinnati Bengals kick off the weekend…
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NFL Playoff Schedule: Bills’ Wild Card weekend time slot set
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Million Dollar Lottery Ticket Sold In Ocean County

Once again I was not lucky enough to with the Powerball. I purchased a few dollars of Powerball lottery tickets and woke up without millions in my bank account. Still hoping to win it one day. There were a few people in the country that a lot luckier than I am and one of them is from New Jersey. According to CBS 3, the lucky winner that is taking…
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Million Dollar Lottery Ticket Sold In Ocean County
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Courts split on legality of gas station slot machines

WISCONSIN (CBS 58) -- Slot machines are illegal in Wisconsin, except at tribal casinos. Yet some gas stations are offering people the chance to play what look like slot machines, next to the chips and beer. The state says the machines are illegal, but the courts have split on whether these gas station casinos are actually breaking the law. Take a…
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Courts split on legality of gas station slot machines
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Bidders Show Off Five Casino Proposals For Chicago

CHICAGO (CBS) - We are one step closer to getting a casino in Chicago, and we now have an idea of what it could look like. The city has five proposals on the table from three companies. Each of the bidders on Thursday showed off what their casino would look like, and outlined the benefits they would bring to Chicago. Illinois COVID-19 Cases Hit…
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Bidders Show Off Five Casino Proposals For Chicago
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$11 Million SuperLotto Plus Jackpot Ticket Sold At San Jose 7-Eleven

SAN JOSE (CBS SF) - There was a new San Francisco Bay Area millionaire Thursday morning after a SuperLotto Plus ticket sold at a San Jose 7-Eleven matched all six numbers. California Lottery said the ticket was sold at the 7-Eleven at 4270 Senter Road and was worth $11 million. The winning numbers were 8-5-39-19-9 with a Mega Ball of 9. 'I See a…
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$11 Million SuperLotto Plus Jackpot Ticket Sold At San Jose 7-Eleven
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IGT Wheel of Fortune® Slots and Powerbucks™ Slots Mint Four Millionaires in November

IGT Wheel of Fortune® Slots and Powerbucks™ Slots Mint Four Millionaires in November 12/13/2021 LONDON - Dec. 13, 2021 - International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) announced today that its Wheel of Fortune® and Powerbucks™ slots awarded four life-changing jackpots in November. Lucky slots players won the following million dollar-plus…
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IGT Wheel of Fortune® Slots and Powerbucks™ Slots Mint Four Millionaires in November
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Slot machines and tearjerkers: Adele is heading to Las Vegas for a residency

Adele is chasing pavements no more: She will be taking up residency at Caesars Palace Las Vegas Hotel and Casino for three months starting next year. "Weekends With Adele" will see the 33-year-old singer playing Saturdays and Sundays at Caesars' Colosseum from Jan. 21 through April 16. The residency follows the release of the concert film "Adele…
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Tiny Nick’s Gambling Picks: 11/25

NFL (1 Unit) 3-Team 6 Point Teaser (+150) What's Thanksgiving without watching football, and what's watching football without some action on the game? This Tiny Turkey Teaser should get you through the day from hors d'oeuvres to warming up some leftovers. Chicago Bears/Detroit Lions Under 47.5: 11:30 AM CT on FOX This almost guarantees to be the…
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