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By: Lucas DunnPWHL Las Vegas Appoints Its First General Manager
The PWHL has named Dominique DiDia the first-ever GM of PWHL Las Vegas, bringing NHL front-office experience and a proven record in women's hockey advocacy.

By: Grant MitchellOklahoma Congress Overrides Gov.’s Anti-Sweepstakes Casino Veto
Anyone who is found guilty of conducting or facilitating online sweepstakes casino business may be punished with Class 2 felony charges.

By: Richard JanvrinDana White Urges Donald Trump To Reverse Gambling Tax Provision
Dana White is urging President Donald Trump to reverse a controversial gambling tax deduction cap.

By: Lucas DunnAllegiant Air Completes Sun Country Takeover
Allegiant Air finalized its $1.5B acquisition of Sun Country Airlines, uniting two ULCCs to serve 22 million customers across 650-plus routes annually.

By: Richard JanvrinStarbucks to Lay Off 300 More Corporate Employees Amid Ongoing Turnaround
Starbucks is continuing its corporate restructuring with another 300 job cuts and regional office closures.

By: Lucas DunnThe Venetian Resort and F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix
The Venetian Resort extends its Las Vegas Grand Prix partnership through 2030, offering fan hubs, VIP trackside access, and exclusive race-week packages.

By: Michael SavioWisconsin Tribes Set to Pick Up a Big Win Against Kalshi
A US District Judge has ruled that Wisconsin tribes have the right to sue Kalshi over sports prediction markets. While he rejected a request to force Kalshi out while their lawsuit is settled, he found the operator is likely violating IGRA.

By: Grant MitchellOklahoma Gov. Surprisingly Vetoes Proposed Sweepstakes Casino Ban
Anyone found guilty of conducting or facilitating operations would have been punishable with Class 2 felony offense charges, including fines and up to 30 days in jail.

By: Grant MitchellWoman Found Unresponsive in PA Casino Parking Lot is Dead, Confirmed Natural Causes
An anonymous 78-year-old is said to have died of natural causes after she was found in a vehicle at Happy Valley Casino early Thursday morning.

By: Michael SavioColorado Sports Betting Reform Heads to Governor’s Desk
A bill to add new protections for sports bettors has passed the Colorado Senate, heading to the Governor’s desk. The bill would make several changes, including setting deposit limits and banning push notifications, to combat the continued growth of problem gambling.