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Posted on: November 21, 2024, 03:05h. Last updated on: November 21, 2024, 03:19h. Texas is one of 11 states that currently doesn’t permit any form of regulated sports betting, but should that change, the second-largest state by area could reap significant economic benefits. Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick (R). A new study says sports betting would be an economic boon for the state, but he may not change his stance on the issue. (Image: Governing Magazine) In its recently published “Legal Online Sports Betting In Texas: Revenue Forecast And Economic Impact Analysis,” Eilers & Krejcik Gaming (EKG) forecast that should…
J Resort, previously known as the Sands Regency, is setting the stage for a substantial enhancement of its downtown Reno, Nevada, property with an ambitious $130 million investment plan. This initiative is aimed at further developing the hotel-casino’s infrastructure and entertainment offerings. Strategic expansion and entertainment ventures: A significant portion of the investment, $5 million, is allocated towards the creation of the J Resort’s Festival Grounds. This new development aims to expand on the existing Glow Plaza concept by providing a venue for concerts and large-scale events. Jonathan Boulware, regional vice president for Jacobs Entertainment, highlighted the expansion plans. “The improvements will include our new front…
Belleville quarterback Bryce Underwood keeps the ball and runs against Saline during the second half of district final at Belleville High School in Belleville on Friday, Nov. 8, 2024. Five-star quarterback Bryce Underwood, the No. 1 overall prospect in the 2025 class, reneged on his commitment to LSU and announced Thursday he will attend Michigan. Underwood committed to LSU in early January but the Wolverines remained in contact with the Belleville, Mich. native. Less than two weeks before the start of the early signing period, he made it official that he’s headed to Ann Arbor during a social media video.…
Posted on: November 21, 2024, 07:33h. Last updated on: November 21, 2024, 07:33h. P&O Cruises is facing a soon-to-be-filed class-action lawsuit that accuses it of using “predatory” tactics to lure passengers to gamble at its casinos. The British cruise operator is also alleged to have illegally detained passengers on board when they couldn’t pay their debts, according to The Daily Mail. A P&O cruise liner, above. The company is accused of preventing passengers from disembarking until they settle debts from the casino, a practice that an impending class-action lawsuit says is illegal. (Image: P&O Cruises) In May, 45-year-old Australian father…
The Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI) proclaimed on Wednesday that they won’t be part of the fourth T20 Blind Cricket World Cup, causing a huge stir in the cricket realm. This event is kicking off in Pakistan on November 22. The Indian government’s denial to give the team travel clearance has led to this choice. Pulling out of the tournament marks a poignant part of India’s blind cricket team’s story— a team marked by tenacity and excellence. They’d won the cup in all three past games, so without them, something feels missing from a race where they’ve…
The eyes in the sky and a poker player’s attention to detail led to a poker dealer at JACK Cleveland Casino being fired and indicted for allegedly stealing chips out of cash game pots. Jason Saliba, a 51-year-old Ohio resident, was indicted on 14 casino gaming law violations, a fifth degree felony. He also faces a misdemeanor theft charge. Saliba was indicted Oct. 28 and paid a $2,500 bond. A pretrial status conference has been set for 9 a.m. on Dec. 3 in the Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court in Cleveland. Allegations Against Poker Dealer JACK Cleveland is one of…
The top stories and transfer rumours from Friday’s newspapers…DAILY MIRROR Premier League clubs are said to be growing in confidence that the division will win Friday’s vote on sponsorship rules following a landmark legal challenge from Manchester City. Image: Sporting Lisbon defender Ousmane Diomande is said to be leaning towards joining Manchester United rather than Manchester City Sporting Lisbon defender Ousmane Diomande is said to be leaning towards joining Manchester United rather than Manchester City as interest in him continues to grow. Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Smithy and Joe are joined by Nieve Petruzziello…
Posted on: November 21, 2024, 04:28h. Last updated on: November 21, 2024, 04:28h. “Protect the High Line,” the group opposing the plan by Related Cos. and Wynn Resorts to build casino hotel on the West Side of Manhattan, said its ranks have swelled to over 5,000. Part of the High Line area of New York City. “Protect the High Line,” a casino opposition group, says it has more than 5,000 members.(Image: NPR) The group, which named for the iconic park it’s seeking to protect, is about five months old, indicating it’s quickly cobbled together support for protection of the High…
In their latest disclosure, the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) announced an encouraging increase in total gaming revenues. October 2024 saw a combined revenue of $496,585,461 across all gaming platforms, marking a 2.81% growth compared to the same month in the previous year. This update underscores a vibrant gaming landscape in Pennsylvania, reflecting both challenges and triumphs across its diverse sectors. Sector-specific revenue insights: As Central Penn Business Journal (CPBK) reports, the slot machine sector demonstrated robust performance, with October’s earnings totaling $200,625,182—an increase of 4.21% over the $192,519,568 generated in October 2023. This growth occurred despite a minor reduction in the total number of operational slot machines, which decreased…
Earlier this week, the World Poker Tour (WPT) bestbet Scramble Championship hosted its $5,000 Main Event, a tournament that drew 361 entrants and awarded a $1,642,550 prize pool. Poker pro Nick Yunis emerged victorious to claim a $315,791 first-place prize and to etch his name on the Mike Sexton WPT Champions’ Cup, the first player from Chile to do so. The tournament proved to be an exciting affair as Eric Afriat made the final table as chip leader and was seeking a record-tying fourth WPT title (Darren Elias has held the record since 2018). However, you already know that’s not…