Articles by James Foglio (541)
BetMGM, a leading iGaming and sports betting operator, was recognized as Sports Betting Operator of the Year and Employer of the Year at the EGR North America Awards 2024. BetMGM won Sports Betting Operator, Employer of the Year for the first time at the EGR North America Awards 2024 The EGR North America Awards were […]
Vermont mental health officials are launching VTGamblingHelp.org, a new website for individuals and families affected by problem gambling, according to WCAX News. Over 11,600 Vermont residents are estimated to be currently suffering from problem gambling Online sports betting first launched in the Green Mountain State on Jan 11, 2024. Industry experts are projecting state operators […]
The Golden State Warriors have signed free agent forward Kyle Anderson to a three-year, $27 million contract, as part of a sign-and-trade agreement with the Minnesota Timberwolves. The deal includes a nonguaranteed third year, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. Golden State Warriors sending future second-round pick swap, cash to Minnesota Timberwolves for Kyle Anderson The […]
Five-time All-Star guard Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers have agreed to a three-year, $150.3 million maximum contract extension that includes a player option for the 2027-28 season, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell could pursue a five-year extension worth more than $380 million in 2027 The deal allows the Cavaliers […]
The New England Patriots and linebacker Jahlani Tavai agreed to a three-year, $15 million contract extension Tuesday, according to ESPN’s Mike Reiss. The extension has a maximum value of $21 million. Jahlani Tavai finished second on the New England Patriots in tackles last season behind Ja’Whaun Bentley Tavai, who turns 28 on Sept. 28, was […]
At Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City in New Jersey, a lucky out-of-state, first-time visitor won a progressive jackpot of $1,593,457 from a $10 bet on a Wheel of Fortune Big Money slot machine with a $1 denomination. Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City patron’s prize is among the top-five slot machine jackpots […]
At Choctaw Casino & Resort in Durant, Oklahoma, a North Texas woman became the first gambler this year to win $1 million as part of the casino’s 3 Months, 3 Millionaires promotion. Choctaw Casino & Resort is giving away $5.8 million this summer in the 3 Months, 3 Millionaires promotion The 30-year-old woman, who chose […]
Scarlet Pearl Casino in D’Iberville, Mississippi, had three jackpot winners last Friday night. This was highly unusual for the brick-and-mortar casino, but the three big hits extended this year’s string of slot machine wins. Scarlet Pearl Casino jackpot wins consisted of $49,141.30, $86,038.09, and $99,800 “It was just like pop, pop, pop all day long,” […]
Veterans Services Corporation (VSC) launched its Maryland sports betting app Monday, LetsBetMD, becoming the 12th active sports betting app in the Old Line State. VSC’s LetsBetMD mobile betting app is powered by Bee-Fee Limited in Maryland In addition to LetsBetMD, the 11 other active online sportsbooks in the state are: Betfred, BetMGM, betPARX, BetRivers, Caesars, […]
Linn County Gaming Association and Peninsula Pacific Entertainment will apply for the Cedar Crossing casino in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, after the state’s two-year moratorium on new gaming licenses expires June 30. Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission rejected proposals for a casino in Linn County in 2014 and 2017 “We were prepared to apply for a […]