Blackjack Legalization Bill Proposed In Montana

Montana has become the latest state to take part in a gambling expansion debate after House Bill 423 was proposed this session. The legislation would legalize blackjack in the state.
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B.B. King Blues Club Files Bankruptcy After Accruing $3.7 Million Debt

BB King Blues Club, the hot spot on the Vegas Strip welcoming blues artists from around the country has filed for bankruptcy in an effort to revitalize the club and work through their $3.7 million debt.The club, named after legendary blues singer B.B. King, is owned by the Beale Street Blues Company Las Vegas and [...]
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Mark R. From CA Wins a Big Load Playing Craps

A craps table may look like the inner workings of a computer chip but that doesnâ??t mean that itâ??s not fun to play, just ask Mark R. from CA, who scored a massive $59,606 trying his luck at the craps tables. Yeah, such an awesome way to start off the weekend!Marcia H. from IL [...]
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North Carolina Lawmakers Scrap Plans For Video Gambling

North Carolina lawmakers talked a good game when it came to regulating video gambling, but in the end, the session will pass without any new gaming legislation.
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Scoring Will Be Plentiful

The NBA All-Star weekend concludes this evening when the Eastern Conference all-stars face off against the top players from the West. The game has evolved into nothing more than an exhibition for gamblers.
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Minimum Wage battle In Nevada Could Have Consequences On Casinos

Nevada lawmakers are debating an amendment to a law approved by voters in 2004 and 2006 that raised the minimum wage for employees who did not receive health care coverage. Casinos in the area may be hurt if the amendment passes.
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Problem Gamblers May get Left Out In The Cold In Nevada

The state that derives the most money from gamblers is considering turning their back on gamblers who develop addictions. Nevada lawmakers are considering cutting funding for problem gambling treatment centers.
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Michael G. Scores $39K Battling Caesarâ??s Empire Online Slots

Michael G. from MO is doing a happy dance right about now after scoring $39K playing Caesarâ??s Empire online slots at Bodog Casino. What a great way to start off the weekend Michael!Coming in a close second was Scott R. from CA who while searching for treasure managed to win $16,945 playing Aztecâ??s Treasure [...]
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Illegal Gambling Raids Continued Friday In Georgia

Authorities in Georgia are sending a clear message to bar owners that illegal gambling will not be tolerated. The latest raid came Friday when authorities raided the Southern Comfort Lounge.
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Land Fight Will Continue In New York With Catskills Casino Rejected

Former Governor David Patterson struck a deal with an Indian tribe based in Wisconsin in the last days of his administration that would bring a casino to the Catskills. That deal, however, has been rejected on a federal level.
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Conservatives In Texas Split On Possible Gambling Expansion

Conservatives in the state of Texas would normally be the least likely group of lawmakers to pass gambling legislation, but with a $15 billion budget gap, lawmakers are at least talking about possible gambling expansion.
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Millions Waiting For Online Gambling Decision In New Jersey

Millions of online poker players are awaiting word on whether or not Governor Chris Christie is going to sign or veto online gambling legislation in the state.
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Bieber Delights Bettors, Wins 2011 Celebrity All-Star Game MVP

Justin Bieber has been many things in his young life, but on Friday he became something he had never been before, a basketball most valuable player. Bieber delighted bettors when he won the celebrity all-star game MVP award.
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Attorney General Negotiates Removal Of Alabama Gambling Machines

Attorney General Luther Strange has negotiated a deal with three leading video gambling machine manufacturers that will call for the manufacturers to remove the gaming machines from Alabama.
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Carmelo Anthony Trade May Change Nets Betting Odds This Season

The Carmelo Anthony saga is close to coming to an end with reports that the Nuggets star forward will be traded to New Jersey. If traded, Anthony could shift the betting odds for the Nets.
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Celine Dion Returns to Caesarâ??s Palace With Twins in Tow

Youâ??d think this was one woman who could afford to enjoy an extended maternity leave but pop singer Celine Dion is rushing to Vegas after having signed a 3-year contract to put on one of her crowd pleasing productions at the Colosseum at Caesarâ??s Palace. The pop diva arrived yesterday with her newborn [...]
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Online Gambling Is Fun And Exciting Entertainment

The thrill of online gambling has been explained by one publication.
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Annie Duke Poker League Announces Tournament Schedule

Federated Sports and Gaming has announced the schedule for its first season. The league, which features former UB...
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Top Hands For Doubling Down In Blackjack

An important part of basic blackjack strategy is knowing when to Double Down and if youâ??re new to the game of blackjack then you should definitely learn the ins and outs of this important strategy. Apart from reading the dealer, youâ??ll need to know exactly when to make your move and recognize the strength [...]
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Poker Prop Betting May Be Coming to Nevada Casinos

If the Nevada Gaming Control Board and Las Vegas bookmakers have their way, betting on non-sporting events will soon be coming to casinos around the state. An article on the website Covers...
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Is Prop Betting Good for Poker

Ashton Griffin ran 70 miles in 24 hours and won $300,000 this past week, but are prop bets good for the game? PokerNews own Donnie Peters and Rich Ryan debate the issue.
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Around the World with Lynn Gilmartin: Copenhagen

In preparation for the PokerNews Team to jet set off to Copenhagen, Denmark once again for the PokerStars...
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FTOPS XIX: Chris MrDoggy Klodnicki Among Latest Group of FTOPS Winners

FTOPS XIX is nearing its end. Here are the results for Event #s 25-33.
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Sam Barnhart Records Famous Poker Tournament Win

Sam Barnhart is the latest WSOP Main Event champion.
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A Look Back at the WSOP-C Harrah s Tunica Ring Events

The recently completed Harrahs Tunica marked the halfway point of the 2010/2011 WSOP-C schedule. PokerNews takes a look back at all the highlights from the stop including the nine rings events in addition to the Main Event.
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PKR Poker Selling Discounted Martial Arts Tickets

February 17 - The tickets will enable players to attend the Manchester stop of the BAMMA 5 tour.
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Spurs Success Makes Redknapp England Favourite

Harry Redknapp led Spurs to a 1-0 win over AC Milan last night.
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Natalia Nikitina Wins WPT National Series EFOP Paris, Team PokerStars Challengers, and More

In tonights Nightly Turbo, weve got the results of the World Poker Tour National Series in Paris, the details of the Team PokerStars Challengers, and more.
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Las Vegas Sands Eyeing Major Casino Expansion In Spain, Asia

Las Vegas Sands was one of the first Vegas-based gaming companies to take a chance on Macau, and now that the Macau investment has paid off, Sands is considering further expansion in Asia, and also a casino in Spain.
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Developers Scaling Back Plans For Ohio Casinos

Developers of Ohios four new casino gambling facilities have scaled back plans from their original projections and it is concerning local government leaders who were counting on gaming revenue.
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