7791 stories by Devin O'Connor
Human Trafficking Victims Working in Casino Scam Centers Caught in Thailand-Cambodia Conflict
The Thailand-Cambodia conflict reportedly has innocent civilians in its crossfire Thailand is targeting suspected scam centers where trafficked persons work Thousands of people suspected to be human trafficking victims who have been forced to work in slave-like conditions in Cambodia along the...
FBI Warns Consumers About Inherent Risks of Illegal Online Gambling
The FBI is warning the public to avoid unregulated online casinos and sportsbooks Such illegal online gaming businesses can be linked to terrorists and organized crime The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is warning the American public to only gamble with licensed,...
The Gambling Deduction Tax Change Could Benefit Prediction Markets and Trump
If the gambling deduction isn't restored to 100%, prediction markets would benefit Prediction markets are considered financial instruments, not gambling Prediction markets would become more attractive for some bettors under the new tax scheme Conspiracy theories are ripe regarding a controversial tax...
Nebraska Casino Gamblers Who Owe Child Support, Other Debts Have Winnings Seized
Nebraska's casinos are helping the state recoup outstanding debts More than $215K in overdue child support has been secured through gambling winnings Nebraska's newly liberalized casino market is helping reduce property taxes for homeowners across the Cornhusker State. The racetrack slot machines,...
Japan Teases Second IR Bidding Round; Will Any Casino Bigwigs Bite?
Japan is likely to conduct another bidding round for casino licenses Japan has two unissued integrated resort permits that it can grant Japan authorized as many as three casino developments in 2018. Seven years later, only one integrated resort (IR) has been...
President Donald Trump Reclassifies Marijuana, Order Has No Impact on Casinos
President Trump has ordered that marijuana be reclassified As a Schedule III drug, federal funds can support cannabis research On Thursday, President Donald Trump signed an executive order instructing Attorney General Pam Bondi and the US Drug Enforcement Administration to "take all...
Pennsylvania Lottery Tickets Help Police Track Down Man Wanted for Homicide
Stolen Pennsylvania Lottery tickets helped locate a suspect in a string of robberies The suspect has been charged with attempted homicide, too Pennsylvania Lottery tickets make great gifts this time of the year for those old enough to play. Exceptions, however, include...
Virginia Lobbying Firm Assisting Roanoke in Casino Pursuit
Roanoke has partnered with a Virginia lobbying firm The consulting deal is to promote Roanoke for a casino Ronaoke's state representatives are largely against a casino A Virginia lobbying firm is being paid $6,000 a month to spearhead an effort to bring...
Atlantic City Government Would Regain Certain Powers Under Republican Bill
New Jersey lawmakers will consider the state's takeover of Atlantic City in 2026 Most of the casino city's governance has been under the state's supervision since 2012 The Atlantic City government and embattled Mayor Marty Small Sr. (D) have limited power, as...
Did Anyone Win the Powerball $1.25 Billion Jackpot on Wednesday Night?
The Powerball jackpot bypassed players again on Wednesday night The Powerball jackpot has gone 44 drawings without a hit No. That's the short answer. No ticket matched Powerball's Wednesday night drawing that came with a $1.25 billion annuitized jackpot and one-time cash...
