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Advocate to adversary
And sports gambling’s “mental health crisis.”
Post AI analysis of sports on TV detected an excess of gambling ads
Has the marketing gone too far?
Here’s how we used AI to find gambling ads in televised sports
The Post used AI to analyze 50 televised sports games for references to betting.
U.S. Senate to examine sports gambling’s ‘mental health crisis’
Americans wagered a record $165 billion on sports in 2025, while nearly 20 million people reported "problematic gambling behavior."
Lawmakers zero in on sports gambling regulation as scandals boom
Congress appears poised to intensify its scrutiny of major sports leagues and their gambling partners in response to a growing number of scandals involving illicit&nbs…
What is modern-day sports betting doing to sports?
Gambling, frequently operating under the euphemism “fan engagement," has become so fundamental to professional sports the two can hardly be disentangled.
High school sports results, playoff schedule for Friday, May 15, 2026
FRIDAY’S RESULTS Boys Tennis PIAA CLASS 3A TEAM PLAYOFFS At Hershey Racquet Club Quarterfinals Conestoga 3, Hershey 0 North Allegheny 3, Central...
Louisiana casino revenue growing faster than national average, thanks to expansions
Thanks to a series of upgrades that moved some aging riverboat casinos onto land, a $435 million transformation of Caesars New Orleans and a glitzy new casino in Bossier City, Louisiana’s state regulated gambling halls saw their revenues in 2025 grow well above the national average.
7.io Expands Its Vision for the Future of Web3 Entertainment and Crypto Gambling
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, May 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 7.io today announced its continued expansion into the next generation of Web3-powered e...
UNF poll shows Floridians like to wager on sports, but have concerns about integrity of games
Floridians are also hesitant to expand gambling further.
When the Supreme Court Said Sports Betting Could Be Legalized, It Left the Issue to the States, Not the CFTC
Introduction Eight years ago today, the Supreme Court invalidated a federal ban on states legalizing sports gambling. This decision led some states to legalize betting on sports, which precipitated a nationwide epidemic of sports gambling addiction. Now, the rise of sports betting on prediction market platforms is poised to cause sports betting addiction in the
All sides of politics backed ambitious gambling reforms. The government’s response is half-hearted at best
Australia’s gambling epidemic will likely continue because the government has only half-heartedly agreed to do more to protect Australians.
Gambling Addiction: Growing Mental Health Concern Fueled by Online Betting, Prediction Markets
As May’s National Mental Health Awareness Month shines a spotlight on emotional well-being, one issue is quietly gaining urgency: gambling addiction.
Doubling Down
Online sports gambling has been normalized at a breakneck pace. Is there any way to push back against a predatory culture of promo codes and prop bets?
As Colorado debates sports betting reform, Kalshi operates outside state rules
One of the largest prediction market platforms operates in Colorado essentially as a sportsbook outside the regulated system.
‘Try to find that edge’: Nebraska college students are betting on sports
Go to WarHorse Casino on any night, and it’s not uncommon to find college students. In 2020, Nebraska voters legalized casino gambling at horse racing tracks, and WarHorse’s Lincoln operation was the first to open in 2022.
As Colorado debates sports betting reform, Kalshi operates outside state rules
Prediction markets are able to operate largely free of the state laws governing sports gambling in Colorado
Texas leaders want lawmakers to close loophole for prediction markets
“For ordinary Texans, you know, it walks, it talks like gambling,” said Jonathan Covey, the director of policy for Texas Values.
Pennsylvania seeks stricter oversight on prediction markets, youth sports betting
These days, you can literally place a bet on anything. But that is drawing closer scrutiny from gambling regulators.Casinos, like the new Happy Valley Casino in
2 Akron businesses served warrants in illegal gambling investigation
The Ohio Casino Control Commission and Akron Police Department worked together to serve search warrants to two businesses for illegal gambling.
Sacred Heart forum raises concerns about impact of sports gambling on young adults
Sacred Heart University released findings from a nationwide poll examining gambling behaviors among young adults.
Iowa attorney general joins coalition to advocate for state control over sports gambling
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird has joined 41 attorneys general in urging federal regulators to affirm state jurisdiction over sports-related event contracts, citing concerns over unregulated prediction markets.
High school sports results, playoff schedule for Monday, May 4, 2026
MONDAY’S RESULTS Baseball CITY LEAGUE Brashear 16, Perry 1 (3) WPIAL CLASS 5A Section 1 Kiski Area 12, Penn Hills 2 Penn-Trafford 6, Franklin Regional...
DOJ: Eight indicted for illegal gambling business at Fort Wayne charity casino
Last month, a federal grand jury approved an indictment charging eight people in connection with an illegal gambling business in Fort Wayne.
NCAA may not be only one investigating Brendan Sorsby gambling. When FBI gets involved
NCAA and power conferences have mechanisms in place in attempt to stop gambling by student-athletes. A look inside protocol and when FBI gets involved
Is it gambling? Massachusetts, Kalshi clash heads to Supreme Judicial Court
Is it gambling? Massachusetts’ highest court will hear arguments Monday in a fight over whether Kalshi can offer sports-related prediction contracts without a state sports wagering license.
How Entertainment and Gambling Have Changed in Rockaway Beach and NYC in Recent Years
Rockaway has always known how to keep people busy. The boardwalk drew crowds long before most of the city looked the way it does now, and a day out here meant noise, movement, and something happening just down the stretch. That same pull now runs through New York’s gaming scene, from casino floors in Queens
Facing permanent ban, Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby hires Jeffrey Kessler to fight NCAA gambling investigation
Kessler was the lead attorney in the House v. NCAA case last summer that led to revenue-sharing with players.
Inside the life of a 'degenerate' sports gambler
More than half of men under 50 in the U.S. have an open online sports book. Public health experts warn it's easier than ever to get addicted to gambling. Atlantic staff writer McKay Coppins spent a year exploring the world of sports betting, and why the pastime is particularly bad for young men.
How Prediction Markets are Colliding With California and National Politics
Prediction markets have exploded in recent years, with platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi allowing people to put real money on everything from sports outcomes to election results to armed conflicts overseas. Marisa, Scott and Guy discuss how these markets are influencing state and national politics. Then, they’re joined by Kate Knibbs, senior writer at WIRED, to understand who’s governing these platforms and how they’ve managed to flourish even in states where gambling is illegal. Check out
Why prediction markets might be skipping the Kentucky Derby
Prediction markets pose a threat to the horse racing industry, which depends heavily on gambling tax revenue.
Is it legal to bet on the Kentucky Derby in Tennessee? Why it's not a 'sporting event'
There are limitations about sports gambling in Tennessee. Know the law ahead of Derby Sunday!
Opinion: Betting on politics hinders legitimate civic engagement
Platform Kalshi allows users to bet on politics, pop culture and global events. Our columnist warns this normalizes gambling habits that raise serious ethical risks for society and civic behavior.
Tulane students are betting big as sports wagering becomes campus norm
With one parlay bet, you can turn the $20 your mom gave you for food into $200. Enticing, right? This mindset is common on college campuses across the country. 67% of students living on campus participate in sports betting, and Tulane University is no exception. “There’s no barrier to entry for these gambling sites. It’s...
FBI raids Northwest Indiana homes, restaurants in connection to alleged illegal sports gambling operation
College football post-spring top 25: Texas on top, Texas Tech tumbles amid Brendan Sorsby absence
A shocking gambling scandal forces a manual override of our analytics model, dropping Texas Tech out of the top 10 as the Longhorns claim the No. 1 spot
Colorado sports gambling bill aimed at preventing bets from leading to bankruptcies
Research Notes: How Sports-Related Gambling Advertisements Impact Gambling Behavior
The online gambling industry is rapidly expanding, including in Arkansas, and spurring a flood of marketing. This post looks at the findings of a study on the impacts of sports-related gambling ads on gambling behaviors and considers policy insights for Arkansas.
Ex-NBA player Damon Jones 1st to plead guilty in gambling case
Former NBA player and assistant coach Damon Jones has become the first person to plead guilty in a gambling sweep that led to the arrests of more than 30 people, including reputed mobsters and other basketball figures.
Cincinnati alerted of Brendan Sorsby gambling issue before 2025 season
Cincinnati athletic department was alerted of Brendan Sorsby’s gambling prior to 2025 season, two people close to the situation told USA TODAY Sports.
What are the NCAA’s rules and penalties when it comes to sports gambling?
The NCAA has lessened some penalties for sports gambling, but college athletes are still not allowed to bet on college or pro sports.
What Brendan Sorsby's potential absence could mean for Big 12 race: BYU, Utah rise up to challenge Texas Tech
Texas Tech's starting quarterback is taking a leave of absence due to a gambling addition
Brendan Sorsby and college football's first major modern gambling scandal
Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby's decision to get treatment for gambling addiction feels like an inevitable result of a sports betting boom. The NCAA has to hope it doesn't get worse.
Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby to enter gambling addiction program, away from team indefinitely
The Red Raiders' transfer QB is reportedly under NCAA investigation for wagering on college football
Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby to enter gambling addiction program, sources say
Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby is checking into a residential treatment program for a gambling addiction, sources told ESPN.
DOJ indicts 8 people on illegal gambling business
The charges are tied to an ongoing investigation into the Elks Lodge 155 charity casino on St. Joe Center Road, which has faced scrutiny for years.
Health Dept. to present workshop with resources for problem gambling
JACKSON, Wyo. — Join the Teton County Health Department (TCHD) for a workshop about the “hidden addiction” of problem gambling. The workshop is designed to help the community recognize the signs of and find support for gambling addictions. It is often referred to as a “hidden addiction” because there are no physical signs like those […]
Public health advocates take on sports gambling in first-of-its-kind summit in Boston
A lot happens in Boston every day. To help you keep up, WBUR, Boston's NPR News station, pulled these stories together just for you.
Public health advocates take on sports gambling in first-of-its-kind summit in Boston
A lot happens in Boston every day. To help you keep up, WBUR, Boston's NPR News station, pulled these stories together just for you.
Opinion: Let's take closer look at sports gambling addictions in CT
'We should take an honest data-driven look at how sports and online betting affects Connecticut residents, particularly young people,' Sen. Tony Hwang writes.
Proposed ban on sports prop bets dies amid state budget woes
State lawmakers voted Tuesday morning to remove a proposed ban on prop bets from Senate Bill 131, a larger sports gambling reform measure.
New York sues Coinbase and Gemini, seeking to halt unlicensed prediction market businesses
New York is suing Coinbase and Gemini over unregulated and unlicensed prediction market platforms that the state contends are illegal gambling operations.
Proposed ban on sports prop bets dies amid state budget woes
But a ban on using credit cards to sports gamble remains in the bill. A proposed ban on "prop bets" was removed from a proposed gambling bill.
Don’t expand Colorado Lottery into online gaming
By Peggy Brown As someone who works every day with Coloradans struggling to recover from gambling addiction, I have seen firsthand how quickly a moment of chance can spiral into a life-altering crisis. That is why I am deeply concerned about efforts to expand lottery operations into online platforms that include casino-style games like roulette […]
Kalshi’s fight over sports betting is hurtling towards the Supreme Court—and the future of gambling is at stake
Kalshi is in a make-or-break fight to preserve a lucrative new prediction-markets industry expected to grow to over $200 billion this year.
FanDuel wants to carve a sports niche in the controversial prediction market business
FanDuel has built a large and growing business with its sports betting app, becoming the largest online sportsbook in the United States. But online sports gambling remains illegal in many states, which is why it’s getting into the booming — and controversial — prediction market business.
FanDuel wants to carve a sports niche in the controversial prediction market business
FanDuel has built a large and growing business with its sports betting app, becoming the largest online sportsbook in the United States. But online sports gambling remains illegal in many states, which is why it’s getting into the booming — and controversial — prediction market business.
Two arrested after 29 illegal gambling machines seized at Tallahassee business
Two people are behind bars, and a gambling house is shut down after law enforcement seized over two dozen illegal gambling machines from a Tallahassee business.
Two arrested after 29 illegal gambling machines seized at Tallahassee business
Two people are behind bars, and a gambling house is shut down after law enforcement seized over two dozen illegal gambling machines from a Tallahassee business.
Two arrested after 29 illegal gambling machines seized at Tallahassee business
Two people are behind bars, and a gambling house is shut down after law enforcement seized over two dozen illegal gambling machines from a Tallahassee business.
Two arrested after 29 illegal gambling machines seized at Tallahassee business
Two people are behind bars, and a gambling house is shut down after law enforcement seized over two dozen illegal gambling machines from a Tallahassee business.
Two arrested after 29 illegal gambling machines seized at Tallahassee business
Two people are behind bars after law enforcement seized over two dozen illegal gambling machines from a Tallahassee business.
Dollars & Sense: Young adults turn to sports gambling to catch up financially
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Damon Jones, former NBA player and Cavs assistant, reportedly set to plead guilty to sports gambling charges
Damon Jones, former NBA player and Cavs assistant, reportedly plans to plead guilty to sports gambling charges
Jones was accused of selling insider information to bettors about the health and availability of NBA players, including LeBron James.
Damon Jones plans to plead guilty to selling sports gambling insider information
Jones was accused of selling insider information to sports gamblers while he worked with the Lakers.
Ohio readies $5M fine against Kalshi for unlicensed sports betting: Capitol Letter
The prediction market operator is waging a multistate battle over whether its sports offerings should be treated as state-regulated gambling or federally regulated financial swaps.
Kalshi faces Ohio fine amid sports betting legal battle
The fine comes on the heels of a court loss Kalshi suffered in March, when a federal judge said its offerings should be considered gambling.
Kalshi faces Ohio fine amid sports betting legal battle
The fine comes on the heels of a court loss Kalshi suffered in March, when a federal judge said its offerings should be considered gambling.
Inspired Entertainment Expands Global Reach Through SaaS Distribution Agreement for Virtual Sports with Playtech
NEW YORK, April 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Inspired Entertainment, Inc. (“Inspired” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: INSE), a leading provider of B2B gaming content and systems, today announced a new SaaS distribution agreement with Playtech (LSE: PTEC), one of the world’s leading gambling technology companies. Under the agreement, Inspired’s Virtual Sports portfolio, including its market-leading licensed content and U.S. sports offerings, will be distributed via Playtech’s Sportsbook platform to op
Ohio regulators seek to fine Kalshi $5M for unlicensed sports gambling
COLUMBUS — Online prediction market platform Kalshi is facing a $5 million fine for operating an unlicensed sports gambling business in Ohio. The Ohio ...
Gambling legislation proposed puts fee on sports wagers
A bill has been proposed by Republican State Senator Bill Blessing, based in the Cincinnati area, that would put a two percent fee on sports wagers.The bill is
Gambling legislation proposed puts fee on sports wagers
A bill has been proposed by Republican State Senator Bill Blessing, based in the Cincinnati area, that would put a two percent fee on sports wagers.The bill is
Gambling companies funnel money into ballot measures to legalize online sports betting – and to individual candidates
As popular online gambling platforms funnel millions into the campaign to legalize online sports betting in Nebraska, some companies are also making significant contributions to individual campaigns.
What are the odds? CMU sports betting class explores statistical, cognitive sides of gambling
In 2018, Ron Yurko was researching sports analytics as a Ph.D. student at Carnegie Mellon University when the Supreme Court legalized sports betting. Suddenly,...
Ohio lawmakers introduce new bills to severely restrict sports gambling across the state
Three Ohio state representatives introduced a pair of new bills this week that aim to severely restrict the availability of sports betting in the state. This comes after Gov. Mike DeWine has repeatedly said in recent months that he regrets allowing sports betting to become legalized in Ohio.
Senator contacts leagues over 'gambling's ugly takeover'
As prediction markets expand partnerships with major U.S. sports leagues, a U.S. senator sent letters to six league commissioners Thursday raising concerns about "gambling's ugly takeover of sports."
GSK says goodbye to leucovorin (again)
A revised ACIP charter, sports betting and gambling addiction, and other health news from Morning Rounds
Exclusive: DraftKings, FanDuel, Fanatics, Bet365 fund sports gambling super PAC
Several major sportsbooks have contributed tens of millions of dollars to a super PAC to support sports betting throughout the country, Axios has learned.
Ohio Republican lawmakers proposed major new sports betting restrictions
Three Ohio Republican lawmakers are introducing legislation to place “guardrails” on the state’s sports betting system, including stopping online/phone gambling, limits on wagers, banning the use of credit for betting, and limiting advertisement.
Wellness Resource Center Tackles Sports Betting and Gambling
March Madness is well underway. As bets get placed and brackets get broken, it’s hard to ignore one aspect of the sports world: gambling. Sports betting and gambling are prevalent in college and…
The Alarming Consequences of Legal Sports Gambling
In his first book, "Everybody Loses," journalist Danny Funt ’15JRN explores the astronomical rise of a high-risk vice.
Amid Trump support, prediction markets face political headwinds
Concerns about illegal gambling have prompted lawmakers to introduce proposals in Congress and the California Legislature to crack down on prediction markets, which are growing in popularity.
As sports betting grows, more Washingtonians are calling for help
Sports betting in Washington continues to grow at an aggressive pace. With a rise in gambling comes the risk of increased gambling addiction.
As sports betting grows, more Washingtonians are calling for help
Sports betting in Washington continues to grow at an aggressive pace. With a rise in gambling comes the risk of increased gambling addiction.
Kavita Fischer: I lost $400,000 betting on sports
I lost more than $400,000 gambling. I’m also a psychiatrist who works with individuals struggling with substance use and behavioral That combination...
Federal government sues three states for trying to regulate prediction markets
All three states have sent cease and desist orders to such companies accusing them of engaging in illegal online gambling under state law.
Prediction Markets Make a Bet Against Public Health
Opinion | Online prediction markets evade safeguards against gambling and risk normalizing addictive behaviors.
Roberto De Zerbi to Tottenham: Are Spurs gambling with their Premier League future in a relegation battle?
A manager with a history of combativeness, who fans are protesting against getting the job is now the man tasked with saving Tottenham
How polling failures, gambling legalization and political gridlock paved the way for the explosive rise of prediction markets
While media outlets are signing deals with Polymarket and Kalshi for their insights into the wisdom of crowds, gamblers are pouncing on opportunities to wager on geopolitics and celebrity weddings.
Sarasota County business raided, 2 arrested after 66 slot machines seized in illegal gambling operation: SCSO
The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office and Florida Gaming Control Commission cracked down on an illegal gambling operation last week, arresting two people and seizing 66 slot machines from a local business, according to SCSO.
New York looking to impose new gambling safeguards
Gov. Kathy Hochul has previewed sweeping new measures that would block minors from accessing betting apps and limit how companies target users.
Chris Christie pushes back on calls to rein in sports gambling
Chirs Christie chuckled recalling how quickly signing New Jersey’s first legalized sports gambling law in 2012 sparked a lawsuit from the NCAA and …
How Palantir's Artificial Intelligence (AI) is Becoming a Sports-Betting Watchdog
Palantir is using artificial intelligence (AI) to help prevent manipulation on prediction markets platforms.
Chicago woman has $600K after selling a $1.2M business, but husband is gambling it away. How Ramsey says to double it
With retirement on the horizon, now is not the time for risky bets.
Should Louisiana ban prop bets? After a few sports betting scandals, some propose it.
Several recent high-profile NBA, MLB and NCAA sports gambling scandals came to light in which players intentionally underperformed to influence betting odds.
Gambling is entertainment — taxpayers shouldn’t foot the bill for losses.
The tax code should make clear that activities fused with fun, excitement and personal enjoyment are never an occasion for a tax deduction.
Athletes train for almost every scenario. But there’s a stressor sports hasn’t caught up to
Social-evaluative threat has always been part of sports. What's changed is the dosage.
'In On The Action': Fresno State student loses thousands due to sports betting addiction
What once required a trip to a casino is now available with a few taps on a smartphone, as Americans increasingly place sports bets anytime and anywhere.
Teen sports betting is rising fast — and addiction risks are growing
As online sports betting surges in Massachusetts, experts warn adolescent boys are especially vulnerable to gambling addiction.