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Evander Kane Betting NHL Investigation

NHL Unable To Find Evidence Of Evander Kane Betting On League Games

A firm that the NHL hired was unable to find any evidence of Evander Kane betting on league games. That doesn’t necessarily mean San Jose Sharks fans will see him attacking nets in the 2021-22 season. In fact, Kane might still not appear on any NHL team’s active roster soon. While the NHL considers the […]

Posted on: September 29, 2021 | | Derek Helling

Koi Nation Casino Plans Windsor Sonoma

Koi Nation Unveils Plans For Casino Near Windsor, Invokes Skepticism From Community

The immediate reaction to a set of Koi Nation casino plans suggests that the road to a California gaming compact might pose obstacles.

Posted on: September 29, 2021 | | Derek Helling

Survey: California Online Sports Betting Measure Has Public Support

Survey Says Support Is Strong For California Sports Betting

A survey shows strong support for a proposed initiative to fund homelessness and mental health programs via California online sports betting.

Posted on: September 20, 2021 | | Matthew Kredell

Illegal Gambling Operation Busted By Gardena Police

Gardena Police Department Uproots Underground Gambling Operation In Early Morning Raid

An illegal gambling operation in Gardena was raided by police, resulting in the arrest of over a dozen people. Charges remain unclear.

Posted on: September 17, 2021 | | Matt Boecker

Take a look at the breakdown of the $100 million contributed by sportsbook companies for the California mobile sports betting initiative.

Sportsbook Operators Fund California Sports Betting Initiative

Sports betting operators followed through on their pledge to contribute $100 million to back a California mobile wagering initiative. And there may be more where that came from.

Posted on: September 10, 2021 | | Matthew Kredell

Tribes React Sportsbook Initiative

Tribes Wait And See On Operator-Backed California Sports Betting Initiative

CA tribes didn't immediately reject an operator-backed mobile sports betting initiative, which seems like it will be a test of tribal unity.

Posted on: September 1, 2021 | | Matthew Kredell

CA Operator Sports Betting Initiative

Sportsbook Brands Willing To Pony Up Big Bucks As Part Of Third CA Betting Initiative

Seven sportsbooks, including DraftKings and BetMGM are putting up $100 million to back a mobile-only sports betting initiative in California.

Posted on: August 31, 2021 | | Matthew Kredell

Card Room Sports Betting

Cities Take Lead In Sports Betting Initiative But How Much Can They Really Do?

California cities are put front and center in a recent sports betting initiative. But how much support can cities give a ballot measure?

Posted on: August 30, 2021 | | Matthew Kredell

Lucky Lady Settlement License Revoked

Lucky Lady Card Room Owner Settles Illegal Bookmaking Charges With State

A Lucky Lady Casino and Card Room settlement with California over illegal sports betting charges has left the card room permanently closed.

Posted on: August 24, 2021 | | Derek Helling

Bay 101 Ballot Initiative

What To Make Of This Second CA Sports Betting Ballot Initiative

A new California sports betting initiative begins assembling proponents for mobile sports betting led by cardrooms and cities.

Posted on: August 19, 2021 | | Matthew Kredell