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North Carolina Sports Betting Bill Advances, Not Likely To This Year

The North Carolina House revved up sports betting legislation Thursday but is not ready to take it to the finish line.

Posted on: November 4, 2021 | Matthew Kredell

North Carolina Sports Betting Bill Loaded For Action But Might Take A While

The North Carolina House laid out the path for legislation legalizing mobile sports betting to reach the finish line. But that doesn't mean the House is ready to start moving the bill.

Posted on: September 17, 2021 | Matthew Kredell

North Carolina Senate es Sports Betting Bill, But House Could Be Difficult

Sports betting legislation defied the odds to get through the North Carolina Senate, but its next test may be more difficult.

Posted on: August 19, 2021 | Matthew Kredell

Religious Group Claims NC Sports Betting Will Lead To Domestic Violence & Divorce

The North Carolina mobile sports betting bill is on the move, but it’s racking up some enemies along the way.

Posted on: August 10, 2021 | Matthew Kredell

Tennessee Casino Effort Tabled to 2022, But Not Necessarily Delayed

Tennessee will wait until next year to consider a constitutional amendment to legalize casinos in the state. But, in this case, waiting isn't an actual delay.

Posted on: April 5, 2021 | Matthew Kredell

Kentucky Sports Betting Bill Dies Another Death

Kentucky Rep. Adam Koenig tells PlayTenn that his bill to legalize sports betting and online poker in the Bluegrass State will not this session.

Posted on: March 11, 2021 | Matthew Kredell

Kentucky Sports Betting Faces Uphill Battle Against Religious And Anti-Gambling Rhetoric

While lawmakers debated historical horse racing last week, their comments revealed the difficult road ahead for Kentucky sports betting.

Posted on: February 18, 2021 | Matthew Kredell

Georgia Wants To Replicate Tennessee’s Sports Betting Success

A Georgia sports betting bill imitating Tennessee's online-only model run through the lottery advanced through committee Tuesday.

Posted on: February 3, 2021 | Matthew Kredell

NC Sports Betting Takes Big Step Forward With Compact Signature

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper signed a gaming compact with the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians that will soon bring sportsbooks to the state.

Posted on: December 16, 2020 | Matthew Kredell

Governor ‘Dragging His Feet’ On North Carolina Sports Betting At Tribal Casinos

More than a year after a law legalizing sports betting, North Carolina tribal casinos aren't allowed to open sportsbooks. A lawmaker explains the delays.

Posted on: September 30, 2020 | Matthew Kredell