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Proposed Illinois Casino Tax Hike
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Illinois Gov. Proposes Another Gaming Tax Hike, This Time for Casinos

The proposals were included in his $57 billion budget proposal for FY2027 that aims to raise nearly $600 million through a series of tax hikes across the state.
Industry
Floyd Mayweather Jr. during the official weigh-in for his May 2, 2015 fight against Manny Pacquiao at MGM Grand Las Vegas
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Netflix Announced Mayweather-Pacquiao Rematch at Sphere Las Vegas

The upcoming Mayweather-Pacquiao rematch marks the first professional boxing event at Sphere Las Vegas, promising an exciting showdown for fans.
Las Vegas
Naked Murderer Arrested at Casino
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Naked West Virginia Man Arrested at Casino for First-Degree Murder of Father

Officers located Lawson Sr.’s deceased body with “at least” six gunshot wounds in the back of the head near Lawson Jr.’s house.
Industry
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Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

FIFA Considers Moving World Cup Matches Out of Guadalajara

FIFA is discussing the possibility of moving 2026 World Cup matches out of Guadalajara after a horrific attack on its international airport by a local cartel. The news is sparking growing fear among fans hoping to attend matches there.
World Cup 2026
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Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

Wisconsin Assembly Finally Signs Off on Mobile Betting

The Wisconsin Assembly passed AB 601, which proposes to create a tribal-run online sports betting market. It ends years of debate and stalling from lawmakers, who abandoned hopes for a commercial market. The bill will now head to the Senate.
Sports Betting
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Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

Kalshi Wins Big in Tennessee, but New Threats Emerge

Kalshi has scored a major legal win in Tennessee, keeping its prediction platform live in the state. However, talks of a ban on predictions in Connecticut and a trademark fight with the NCAA are making the win harder to celebrate.
Sports Betting
Arkansas Reviewing Casino Sports Betting Partnerships
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Arkansas Officials Meeting to Review Casino, Sports Betting Partnerships

DraftKings is hoping to partner with Southland Casino Hotel in West Memphis, and FanDuel is aiming to team up with Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort in Hot Springs.
Industry
Baggage claim area in Terminal 1 of Harry Reid International Airport in Paradise, Nevada with travelers waiting for luggage
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Abandoned Goldendoodle Rescued by Las Vegas Police, Finds New Home

A goldendoodle abandoned at an airport captured hearts across Vegas, receiving hundreds of adoption requests before being adopted by a police officer.
Las Vegas
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Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

Spain’s 2026 World Cup Hopes Dimmed After Cucurella Injury

Spain’s World Cup hopes were dimmed after defender Marc Cucurella picked up a hamstring injury. While he hopes to return to the pitch next month, questions remain about the timeline and the form he’ll be in this summer.
World Cup 2026
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Michael SavioBy: Michael Savio

Are States Without Sports Betting Fueling Problem Gambling

Some states continue to reject sports betting, but there is reason to believe their residents are still dealing with problem gambling. Between residents visiting legal markets and the spread of prediction markets, are sports betting bans fueling the crisis?