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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.

By: Michael SavioNew Report Warns World Cup Hotel Bookings Will Fall Short
A new report shows that 80% of hotels in World Cup host cities are reporting bookings that are well below projections. The industry blames FIFA’s overestimations, high prices, and a shifting view of the US for the disappointing numbers.

By: Lucas DunnPWHL Adds Las Vegas and Hamilton as New Teams
The PWHL is set to announce Las Vegas and Hamilton as its newest expansion franchises, joining Detroit as the league's latest additions for 2026-27.

By: Michael SavioWill Sportsbooks Look to Enter Wisconsin’s Mobile Market
Wisconsin has officially paved the way for tribal-run mobile sports betting, but fears remain that commercial operators won’t join. Find out the latest here!

By: Michael SavioNew Jersey Lawmakers Consider New Problem Gambling Bill
The New Jersey Assembly is considering a bill to ban sportsbooks from advertising to customers using responsible gambling tools. The goal is to remove extra temptation for those customers to place wagers, helping them to develop better habits.