Derek Helling, Author at Play CA

Shuffle Up And Deal: California Cardrooms Reopening Amid Eased COVID-19 Restrictions

As California Gov. Gavin Newsom relaxes COVID-19 restrictions, cardrooms in Los Angeles County, and around the state, are ready to reopen.

Posted on: February 3, 2021 | | Derek Helling

San Jose City Council Strengthens Support For Cardrooms At Precarious Juncture

San Jose cardrooms already had the support of the city, but that has gone up to another level with the city council voting to join a lobbying group.

Posted on: January 21, 2021 | | Derek Helling

Graton Resort Cancels 4,000-Guest New Year’s Eve Party, Temporarily Closes

A New Year's Eve party at Graton Resort & Casino planned for 4,000 guests. It's no longer on the calendar. And the casino has closed temporarily.

Posted on: December 30, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Court Sides With Card Rooms, Dismisses Tribal Suit Over Banked Games

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the dismissal of a tribal casino lawsuit that sought to restrict California card rooms.

Posted on: December 4, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Betting Pac-12 Hoops This Season? Look At Teams’ Full Rosters, Not Just Starters

The Pac-12 Conference basketball season is about to start, and which team comes out on top will depend on a deep bench. Especially for California programs.

Posted on: December 1, 2020 | | Derek Helling

No Dodger Dogs: Los Angeles Favored To Claim 2020 World Series Title

The thrill of 2020 World Series betting is especially high for Dodgers fans this year, as sportsbooks expect the franchise to win it all

Posted on: October 19, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Bay101 Casino, City Of San Jose Settlement Could Lead To Gambling Expansion

Because of a Bay101 lawsuit settlement with the city of San Jose, California, the cardroom might expand its operations in the near future.

Posted on: October 1, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Title Drought Quenched? Legal Sportsbooks Favor Lakers In 2020 NBA Finals

NBA Finals odds at legal sportsbooks in states surrounding California favor the Los Angeles Lakers to win their first championship in a decade.

Posted on: September 29, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Ex-Harrah’s GM Allegedly Loses Job Over COVID-19 Concerns, Now Suing

A new lawsuit against the operator of Harrah's Southern California alleges that the company illegally forced the casino's former general manager to resign.

Posted on: September 23, 2020 | | Derek Helling