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3832 stories by Philip Conneller
Florida’s Bestbet Sues Over Cardroom Approval for Controversial ‘Racetrack’
Bestbet sues regulators over Hamilton Downs cardroom expansion approval Dispute revives controversy from 2015 “flag-drop” horse races Case could reshape Florida’s parimutuel and cardroom gaming rules A north Florida card room operator that once ran controversial “flag drop” races has no business...
Suspected Serial Shooter Linked to Las Vegas Casino Gunfire
Suspect tied to casino and citywide shooting spree Police link recovered gun to multiple Las Vegas incidents North Las Vegas Police say they believe a suspected serial shooter arrested in September after injuring a child is responsible for firing at Las Vegas...
Union Leaders Accused of Misusing Members’ Money on Vegas Trip
Audit reveals lavish Las Vegas spending by union chiefs Merger trip went ahead after deal was already cancelled Forensic report finds poor oversight and missing documentation Bosses of a British railway trade union are facing accusations of financial mismanagement after blowing thousands...
BetMGM Moved Goalposts in Million-Dollar Slot Promo, Lawsuit Claims
Player alleges retroactive rule change favored a VIP competitor BetMGM cited terms allowing promo changes at discretion Lawsuit seeks damages under NJ Consumer Fraud Act A New Jersey resident is suing BetMGM and related casino interests, alleging that the company manipulated a...
Rubber Bullets and Zip-Tied Children: FBI, ICE Accused of ‘Excessive Force’ in Idaho Racetrack Raid
ICE’s role in gambling raid sparks civil rights concerns Hundreds detained, including children, during Idaho racetrack raid FBI cancels briefing after mass arrests raise public questions The American Civil Liberties Union of Idaho (ACLU) has accused federal agents of using “excessive force”...
Playtech Stock Crashes After Revelation it Orchestrated Evolution ‘Smear Campaign’
Playtech named as source of 'false' Evolution report £1.8M paid to Israeli intelligence firm Black Cube Shares plummet 34% as scandal shocks online gambling sector Evolution AB has named Playtech as the company behind an inflammatory 2021 report that accused the Swedish...
Chicago Outfit ‘Video Poker King’ Arrested for Burglarizing Wealthy Restaurateur
Outfit-connected burglary suspects include Casey Szaflarski and Paul Koroluk Kane County charges follow 2012 federal conviction for illegal gambling Prosecutors say burglary crew stole cash and jewelry from restaurateur A man once pegged as the Chicago Outfit’s video gambling “kingpin” has landed...
Betfred Threat to Close All UK Outlets as $3.2B Tax Hike Looms
Betfred threatens closures amid proposed UK gambling tax hike. Reeves considers raising betting levies to balance public finances. Industry warns of job losses and retail betting decline. UK betting operator Betfred claims it will close all 1,287 of its retail betting outlets...
Massive Federal Raid Targets Illegal Betting, Migrants at Private Idaho Racetrack
Federal, state, and local officers raided La Catedral Arena in Idaho Track owner Ivan Tellez was arrested over illegal betting PODER of Idaho condemned migrant detentions as ‘heartbreaking’ Federal agents conducted a massive raid Sunday on a private horse racetrack in Wilder,...
French Poker Pro Grégoire Auzoux Arrested, Accused of Running Offshore Casino
French poker star accused of major illegal gambling operation. Crésus Casino allegedly generated nearly €1B in revenues. Authorities seized assets amid money laundering investigation. Professional poker player Grégoire Auzoux has been arrested and charged in France with operating an offshore online casino...