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Casino Crime Roundup: Trooper Punched in Rivers Casino Pittsburgh Melee
Four suspects were arrested Monday after a violent brawl at Rivers Casino Pittsburgh. State and local police, as well as casino security guards, broke up the early morning fight. A Pennsylvania state trooper was struck in the face during the struggle, according...
NBA Most Improved Player: Lauri Markkanen, Jalen Brunson in Close Race
Forward Lauri Markkanen from the Utah Jazz is the consensus favorite to win the 2023 NBA Most Improved Player at -285 odds. As an NBA all-star, Markkanen emerged as a solid betting favorite over New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson (+320)...
Jackpot: Slots Player Wins $3.3M at California’s Graton Casino
A lucky guest won $3.3M on a slot machine at Graton Resort & Casino in California on Sunday. The unidentified player wagered $3. The jackpot was won on a megabucks progressive Gold Forge machine at the Rohnert Park, Calif. gaming property. The...
Spain’s Rash of Violent Gambling Hall Robberies May Be Nearing an End
A wave of robberies that Murcia, Spain, has been suffering for months entered a new chapter on Tuesday. Thieves hit three gambling halls in different parts of the region, but it wasn’t long before the police were able to throw a net...
European Gaming and Betting Association Lays Out New AML Protocols
Preventing money laundering remains a priority in the global gaming ecosystem. Gaming and financial regulators constantly develop protocols to counter the threat, but gaming industry insiders do their part as well. The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) is among them, publishing...
Culinary Union Slams Casino Group for Opposing Nevada Lottery to Fund Youth Mental Health Services
The labor union representing thousands of Nevada hospitality workers criticized the industry group representing the state’s casino resorts on Tuesday for its continued opposition to legalizing a state lottery. The statement issued by Culinary Union Secretary/Treasurer Ted Pappageorge came after The Nevada...
Spokane Tribe Casino Construction Accident Leads to Worker’s Death, Cause Under Investigation
A 27-year-old woman died Tuesday morning following a construction accident at the Spokane Tribe Casino in Washington State. The worker, identified as Ana Vetter, was described as a journeyman carpenter who worked for a subcontractor on the project. She apparently died at...
Kentucky GOP Gubernatorial Candidates Talk Gaming; Sports Betting Bill Gets Hearing Wednesday
Three of the top candidates running for the Republican gubernatorial nomination in Kentucky said they would support legalizing sports betting, at least to some extent, during a debate held Tuesday night in Louisville. Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron, Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles,...
NFL Trade Rumors: Tennessee Titans Taking Calls for Derrick Henry
There are conflicting reports coming out of Nashville that the Tennessee Titans are looking to trade running back Derrick Henry. The Titans shopped Henry during the recent NFL Combine, according to a report from Bally Sports. Yet the Titans’ front office officials...
Jackpot: Kansas’ Prairie Band Casino Pays Out $1M to Lucky Player
A man won more than $1M last week after getting a royal flush at the Prairie Band Casino & Resort. On February 27, the player, identified as “Steven L.,” was at the Kansas gaming property trying his luck with Texas Hold’em. He...
