1979 stories by Steve Bittenbender
Rich Strike Heads to the Belmont Stakes Looking to Earn More Respect
Eric Reed says he feels the pressure. Not for himself, but the trainer feels it for his Kentucky Derby champion, Rich Strike. Three weeks after their monumental upset to win the Run for the Roses, they’re getting ready now for the June...
World Series of Poker Bracelet Winner Charged in $25M Sports Betting Scam
A former World Series of Poker event winner faces federal charges, as prosecutors allege he led a group that defrauded people out of millions by claiming it had inside information that could be used to bet on sporting events. Authorities arrested Cory...
Norfolk Temporary Casino at Ballpark Gets Planning Commission’s Support
A casino in Norfolk, Va., is another step closer to opening. That's after that city’s Planning Commission supported a plan to use space at a local minor league baseball stadium for a temporary gaming venue. With a 5-1 vote at its meeting...
California Teachers Union Opposes Online Sports Betting Measure
The California Teachers Association (CTA), one of the largest public-sector unions in California, has come out against the proposed referendum to legalize online sports betting in the state. The labor organization announced earlier this week it would oppose the measure offered by...
Fanatics Files for Gaming Trademark, Latest Move Toward Sports Betting
Fanatics has yet to launch a sports betting application. But the online sports apparel retailer moved closer to that goal recently by applying to trademark the term “BETFANATICS.” According to a search of the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) database, the...
Chicago City Council Vote on Bally’s Casino Project Expected This Week
A special committee of the Chicago City Council is set to take a vote this week – perhaps as early as Monday – on whether to approve the agreement city leaders have in place with Bally’s Corp. for a $1.7 billion casino...
Preakness Win Could Put Epicenter on Track to be 3-Year-Old Champion
In some ways, Saturday’s Preakness is as many expected. Epicenter comes to Baltimore’s Pimlico Race Course off a strong showing in the Kentucky Derby and is the heavy morning-line favorite. The main difference is that Epicenter finished second two weeks ago thanks...
California Sports Betting Update: More City, Civic Leaders Take Their Stand
UPDATE 5/21 2:30 pm ET - This story has been updated to include a response from a spokeswoman for "Coalition for Safe, Responsible Gaming" regarding concerns from cardrooms over the tribal sports betting measure's language allowing lawsuits against illegal gaming operations. A...
Chicago Casino Update: Votes Coming Soon on Bally’s $1.7 Billion Project
A vote could take place as early as Friday on Bally’s Corp.’s $1.7 billion casino proposal for Chicago. The Chicago City Council’s special committee on the project will hold a 10 am CT meeting. The agenda includes consideration of an ordinance amending...
Epicenter Owner Frets About Kentucky Horse Racing After Koenig’s Primary Loss
A prominent Kentucky horseman said Thursday he’s worried about the impact state Rep. Adam Koenig’s loss in a primary election earlier this week may have on horse racing in the Bluegrass State. Ron Winchell spoke to reporters Thursday in advance of Saturday’s...
