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Charred Body Of Poker Pro Susie Zhao Found In Remote Michigan Parking Lot

Susie Zhao, a professional poker player and regular at the Commerce Casino in Los Angeles, was found dead in Michigan on July 13 with her body badly burned. Read More

Posted on: July 24, 2020 | | Joe Boozell

After Long COVID-19 Closures, LA Cardrooms Reopen

Four Los Angeles cardrooms reopened on June 19 after more than two months of closures related to the coronavirus. A fifth, Hollywood Park, reopens Monday. Read More

Posted on: June 20, 2020 | | Kate Rowland

Phil Hellmuth And Mike Matusow Battle Heads-Up At Commerce Casino

The LA Poker Classic saw Phil Hellmuth and Mike Matusow battle heads-up in a prelim. Next is WPT LAPC Main Event and a dinner honoring Linda Johnson. Read More

Posted on: February 25, 2017 | | Jessica Welman

Comparing California’s Online Poker Bills AB 9 and AB 167

Two new bills, AB 9 and AB 167, have been introduced in Congress. Both bills hope to legalize online gambling in California and are good starting points. Read More

Posted on: February 6, 2015 | | Steve Ruddock

Iipay Facing UIGEA Violations While PokerStars Coalition Blasts AB 9

The Department of Justice wants a restraining order against the Iipay Nation with regards to Desert Rose Bingo, stating it violates the UIGEA. Read More

Posted on: December 9, 2014 | | James Guill

LA Poker Open, Santa Ysabel, and Pala in New Jersey

CA Weekly Gambling Report: Santa Ysabel fights back, Pala goes live, L.A. Poker Open concludes

This week's California Weekly Gambling Report has a little something for all gamblers – online bingo, online casino and live poker. Lots to talk about! Read More

Posted on: November 26, 2014 | | Robert DellaFave

PokerStars Could Force Major Changes to California Live Tournament Scene

When CA passes regulation for iGaming, PokerStars could re-enter the state. While players will rejoice, this could significantly alter live tournaments. Read More

Posted on: October 19, 2014 | | James Guill

The California legislature is running out of time on the yearly session and must act now if they want to pass an online poker bill.

Clock is Ticking on California Legislature

If the California legislature wants to pass an online poker bill in 2014, they will need to act fast as the clock is ticking down on the yearly session. Read More

Posted on: August 7, 2014 | | Steve Ruddock

With the yearly deadline looming, the online poker talks have intensified in CA and other excitement has ensued

California iGaming Week in Review: GiGse Excites, More Voices Ensure Fights

CA Online Poker talks have increased with the GiGse Conference, the Iipay Nation going rogue, GCC speaking, and more rooms wanting a piece of online poker. Read More

Posted on: July 21, 2014 | | Jennifer Newell

California is in danger of not passing an online poker bill for yet another year.

California Is Running Out of Time to Pass Online Poker

As this years session comes to a close, the two opposing parties in California are still in a stalemate over the online poker bill, neither budging at all. Read More

Posted on: July 10, 2014 | | Steve Ruddock

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Charred Body Of Poker Pro Susie Zhao Found In Remote Michigan Parking Lot

After Long COVID-19 Closures, LA Cardrooms Reopen

Phil Hellmuth And Mike Matusow Battle Heads-Up At Commerce Casino

Comparing California’s Online Poker Bills AB 9 and AB 167

Iipay Facing UIGEA Violations While PokerStars Coalition Blasts AB 9

CA Weekly Gambling Report: Santa Ysabel fights back, Pala goes live, L.A. Poker Open concludes

PokerStars Could Force Major Changes to California Live Tournament Scene

Clock is Ticking on California Legislature

California iGaming Week in Review: GiGse Excites, More Voices Ensure Fights

California Is Running Out of Time to Pass Online Poker

The Slaphouse Doesn’t Always Win: Anaheim Police Break Up Illegal Gambling Ring

Casino M8trix Lawsuit Is Epitome Of Clashing Interests In CA Gambling Industry

Dr DisRespect Teams Up With FanDuel For DFS And Sportsbook Promos

Arizona Sports Betting Legislation Making Fast Progress In Phoenix

Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey, Other Lawmakers Seek Expanded Gambling In New Tribal Deal

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

Larry Flynt Gains New Life In Fight Against California Gambling Restriction Law

San Jose City Council Strengthens Support For Cardrooms At Precarious Juncture

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

Despite Dismissal Of Lawsuit, Tribes Not Done Fighting Against California Cardrooms