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1 month ago | 
legitgambling.com | Landon Wheeler |Ella McDonald |Ella Mcdonald |Cameron Bishop |Natalie Whitehead
Summary:A proposed amendment would allow Nebraska voters to decide on legalizing online sports betting. If accepted, the legislation would generate $32 million in tax revenue annually. Senator Bostar rated the chances of advancing the bill out of committee as “6-out-of-10.”Lawmakers are considering a proposal that could majorly impact gambling in Nebraska by allowing mobile sports wagering. The proposed measure, Legislative Resolution 20CA, introduced by State Sen.
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1 month ago | 
legitgambling.com | Ella McDonald |Ella Mcdonald |Cameron Bishop |Natalie Whitehead
Summary:House Bill 1308, which would legalize online sportsbooks in Hawaii, passed the House with a 35-15 vote. Despite marking historic progress, the bill is facing opposition in the Senate, where a similar measure has already failed. If passed, the bill would allow at least four sportsbooks in Hawaii. Hawaii is edging closer to joining the ranks of states with legalized online sports betting.
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1 month ago | 
legitgambling.com | Landon Wheeler |Ryan Knuppel |Natalie Whitehead
Summary:Philadelphia suffered a brutal 142-110 loss to Chicago on Monday, taking their long losing streak to eight, their longest since 2017. Paul George criticized the team’s lack of competitiveness. Chicago missed key players but dominated behind Josh Giddey’s 25 points. If Monday night’s performance was any indication, the Philadelphia 76ers are in serious trouble.
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2 months ago | 
legitgambling.com | Ella McDonald |Ella Mcdonald |Kate Leaman |Cameron Bishop |Natalie Whitehead
Summary:Virginia lawmakers postponed a decision on a proposed casino in Tysons Corner, despite Senate approval. The decision has currently stalled in a House subcommittee. Reports that linked the developer to a paid study by George Mason University prompted scrutiny over academic objectivity. Lawmakers in Virginia have delayed a decision on a contentious proposal to establish a casino and entertainment complex in Tysons Corner.
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Dec 9, 2024 | 
legitgambling.com | Landon Wheeler |Ella McDonald |Ella Mcdonald |Natalie Whitehead
Summary:Juan Soto and the New York Mets have reportedly agreed to a historic contract. This is the largest contract in team sports history, including a 2029 opt-out unless the Mets raise annual pay by $4 million. At 26, Soto is a four-time All-Star with a .285 average, 201 home runs, and a key role in the Yankees’ 2023 postseason success.
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Nov 27, 2024 | 
legitgambling.com | Cameron Bishop |Natalie Whitehead |Ella McDonald |Ella Mcdonald
Summary:Starting February 1, 2025, Kick will restrict gambling streams to ID-verified platforms. The change is aimed at protecting younger audiences while curbing harmful content. Streamers will be allowed to limit chat participation to registered accounts for better viewer interaction. Kick, the live-streaming platform launched at the end of 2022, has announced it was working on refinding its gambling policy.
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Nov 12, 2024 | 
legitgambling.com | Landon Wheeler |Natalie Whitehead |Cameron Bishop
Summary:Iconic head coach John Robinson, known for his tenure with USC and the Los Angeles Rams, passed away at age 89. Robinson died in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, due to complications from pneumonia. His passing was confirmed by both USC and the Los Angeles Rams organizations. John Robinson, the legendary head coach for both USC and the Los Angeles Rams, passed away on Monday at 89, as confirmed by USC and the Rams organization.
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Nov 7, 2024 | 
legitgambling.com | Ella McDonald |Ella Mcdonald |Natalie Whitehead
Summary:The Nevada Gaming Control Board dismissed claims from two casino patrons who were seeking more than $900,000 in disputed winnings. The Board determined the two players were not entitled to the payouts. The cases involved separate incidents at Resorts World Las Vegas and the Grand Sierra Resort & Casino in Reno. The Nevada Gaming Control Board recently dismissed claims from two casino players seeking over $900,000 in disputed winnings, determining that they were not entitled to the payouts.
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Oct 7, 2024 | 
legitgambling.com | Landon Wheeler |Natalie Whitehead |Ella McDonald |Ella Mcdonald |Ryan Knuppel
Summary:LeBron James and son Bronny made history by playing the first father-son NBA game together against the Phoenix Suns. Bronny, who was also celebrating his 20th birthday, spent little over four minutes on the court next to his iconic dad. The Lakers lost the preseason game at Arcisure Arena, 114 to 118. LeBron James and his son, Bronny James, shared a very special moment on Sunday night in the NBA preseason game the Los Angeles Lakers played against the Phoenix Suns.
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Oct 3, 2024 | 
legitgambling.com | Natalie Whitehead |Ella McDonald |Ella Mcdonald
Summary:Long Phi Pham pleaded guilty to his involvement in the sports betting scandal involving NBA player Jontay Porter. Pham admitted in a federal court to conspiring to commit wire fraud aimed at sports betting companies. The sentencing was set for April 25 in a federal court in Brooklyn; the man could get no jail time to up to two decades in prison.
