Four New Mexico tribes have asked a federal judge to force Kalshi to block its sports betting app on tribal lands, escalating a legal fight over whether federal or tribal law controls online prediction markets in the state
Arizona has built a robust sports betting market over five years with billions wagered while California voters have rejected legalization and face at least a two-year wait for any new ballot measure
The National Association of Games and Lotteries is taking Minas Gerais to Brazil’s Supreme Federal Court over a decree restricting fixed-odds betting ads in public spaces, raising questions about state versus federal authority in gambling regulation
Missouri’s first year of legal sports betting has fallen short of its $25 million tax target so far but state officials are banking on the NFL season to deliver a major revenue boost before year end
Justin Arnwine claimed the 2026 Maryland State Poker Championship Main Event title after a pivotal river card reversal and a final table deal that left the top prize below the advertised amount
Springfield has filed suit against MGM Resorts International alleging the casino operator failed to meet job and gaming commitments and is now seeking to sell its Massachusetts casino operations without resolving the dispute
The African Poker Championship is set to debut in Dar es Salaam with over $500000 in guaranteed prizes and a $1000 main event offering a $200000 guarantee making Tanzania a new destination for international poker competition
A federal appeals court has backed Nevada’s authority to ban Kalshi’s sports event contracts, intensifying the legal and regulatory fight over prediction markets and raising new concerns for tribal gaming revenue
Virginia’s historical horse racing slot parlors saw a sharp revenue drop in August as new competition in Petersburg and a calendar shift with fewer weekend days cut into Churchill Downs’ market share
William Hill has activated two sportsbook kiosks at Gold ‘N Silver in Reno, giving Nevada bettors new access to same game parlays and flex parlay features as the property reopens after major investment
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission is investigating Bill Simmons after he admitted to placing bets through his daughter’s boyfriend’s FanDuel account, raising questions about proxy betting enforcement and operator compliance
A Michigan judge has barred Kalshi from offering sports contracts in the state, imposing a $500,000 daily penalty for violations and escalating the legal standoff between the prediction market and state regulators
Champions Social Club in Texas shattered its own records with the Queens & Cards series, drawing unprecedented participation, unique tournament formats, and a headline-making $25,000 prize boost from Phil Hellmuth
A Michigan court has ordered Kalshi to halt all sports event contracts in the state and implement strict geofencing, with a $500,000 daily penalty for noncompliance. The ruling outlines seven regulatory violations and sets a new enforcement benchmark
Maryland’s $1,700 Main Event with a $500,000 guarantee opens as Joshua Mischel secures a $63,400 victory in a key preliminary, setting the stage for a high-stakes weekend at Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland
New Jersey has formally asked the U.S. Supreme Court to decide if Kalshi and similar prediction markets can legally offer sports betting contracts, escalating a federal dispute that could reshape state and federal gambling oversight
Florida authorities seized over 70 unauthorized gambling machines in Sarasota County, targeting two unlicensed venues. The crackdown highlights ongoing enforcement gaps and the persistent spread of illegal slots outside regulated areas
New Jersey has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to resolve whether prediction market sports contracts fall under federal or state regulation, following conflicting appellate rulings and mounting industry uncertainty
A player at Durango Casino in Las Vegas landed a $220,701 jackpot on Phoenix Cash's Queen Chiu with a $25 bet, highlighting the volatility of progressive slots and the unpredictable nature of high-limit room wins
Ho-Chunk Inc. has begun building a $100 million WarHorse casino in South Sioux City, Nebraska, aiming to create over 200 permanent jobs and deliver millions in local tax revenue, with a 2027 launch planned
betPARX Casino & Sportsbook has entered a season-long partnership with Chickie's & Pete's, bringing exclusive sportsbook and casino promotions to all 18 Philadelphia-area locations through the betPARX app
A federal appeals court has reinforced state power over sports prediction markets, but Arizona’s separate legal battle with Kalshi over election contracts remains unresolved, leaving the future of event wagering regulation in flux
A court-ordered deadline could outlaw skill games statewide unless Pennsylvania lawmakers pass new legislation. The proposed bill would regulate and tax these machines, with major implications for small businesses and property tax relief
Oklahoma tribal leaders are sounding the alarm as Congress considers expanding CFTC oversight of prediction markets, a move they say could erode tribal gaming authority and reshape the state’s gambling landscape
A $1 million Win Win Win scratch-off ticket was sold at a Philadelphia retailer, but the winner has not yet claimed the prize. The Pennsylvania Lottery confirms only two top prizes remain for this game
Polk County supervisors are reviewing a proposed 25-year lease for Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino, potentially enabling a $300 million renovation as Iowa’s gambling market faces new competition and record revenues
Colorado regulators fined Fanatics Sportsbook after it sent promotional offers to a self-excluded VIP, highlighting ongoing enforcement of responsible gambling rules and new player protection laws in the state
Casino Employees Against Smoking Effects is urging New Jersey lawmakers to end the indoor smoking exemption for Atlantic City casinos, arguing it could help attract more visitors, but operators warn of potential revenue and job losses if a ban is enacted
Caesars Entertainment has introduced Ball Rush Jackpots, a new proprietary ball-and-peg game, to its New Jersey online casino platforms, with plans for expansion pending regulatory approval in other states
Hard Rock International has placed seven venues across six states on Pollstar's 2026 Top 25 US Casino Venues list, with its Hollywood, Florida property holding the No. 1 position for a second year
A new Kindbridge Research Institute report funded by the Colorado Division of Gaming finds elevated rates of problem gambling and PTSD symptoms among firefighters, police, and other first responders, raising questions about workplace risk factors
The RunGood Poker Series returns to Mississippi with nine trophy events and over $100,000 in guaranteed prize pools, including a $400 Main Event at Horseshoe Casino Tunica. Live coverage begins September 18 with multiple entry options
A group of Queens Democrats is calling on New York Gov. Kathy Hochul to resolve a regulatory dispute that could raise Resorts World New York City's slot tax rate to 72 percent, putting the casino's expansion and local jobs at risk
Kentucky’s historical horse racing machines posted higher revenue in July, driven by an additional weekend day and strong results from leading casino venues, though per-machine averages varied across locations
A surge in online gambling is driving a sharp increase in problem gambling among women, with new data showing participation rates nearly equal to men and a growing number of women seeking help in states like Pennsylvania
Nicholas Elder secured the top payout in the debut $1,100 NorCal Poker Championship Main Event at Graton Casino Resort, following a seven-way deal that split the prize pool among the final table players
Las Vegas saw a 2.7% rise in visitor volume in July 2026, according to the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, even as Harry Reid International Airport reported a 7.6% decline in passenger traffic compared to last year
Ontario’s online gambling market has surged since Canada legalized single-game sports betting, but new data shows a sharp rise in gambling-related harm and calls for stronger national advertising rules
A federal appeals court has ruled that Nevada can enforce its gambling laws on Kalshi’s sports event contracts, rejecting the operator’s claim that federal CFTC oversight preempts state regulation and setting up a potential Supreme Court review
A Middletown resident has secured a $1 million payout from a New York Lottery scratch-off, highlighting the ongoing appeal of high-value instant games and the real odds players face when chasing top prizes in the state
