World Cup sports betting heats up at local sports books
With the FIFA World Cup down to its final teams, fans aren’t just watching the action, they’re putting money on who they think will be the…
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Sports betting spikes at local sportsbooks as major events drive surge in action
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- With the World Cup heating up and the NBA Finals all wrapped up, sportsbooks are seeing a surge in betting.…
Ole Miss announces college gambling center as concerns rise over addiction, athletes
By MICHAEL GOLDBERG/Mississippi Today The University of Mississippi on Monday announced the upcoming launch of its new Center on Collegiate Gambling, which researchers describe as the “first of its kind in the nation” amid rising national concern about betting on collegiate…
NCAA will allow college athletes to bet on professional sports starting Nov. 1
By DOUG FEINBERG The NCAA approved a rule change on Wednesday that will allow athletes and athletic department staff members to bet on professional sports. Two weeks after the Division I cabinet approved the change, Division II and III management councils signed off on…
NCAA investigates 13 former basketball players for sports betting violations
By CLIFF BRUNT The NCAA is investigating potential violations of sports betting rules involving 13 former men’s basketball players who competed for six schools. Cases include athletes formerly associated with Eastern Michigan, Temple, Arizona State, New Orleans, North Carolina A&T and…
Talking taxes and sports betting in Mississippi
GULFPORT, MISS. (WXXV)- State Senator Scott Delano joins us in studio to talk about the tax bill that was passed and an online sports betting bill that died.
Coast sportsbooks prepare for March Madness bets
Now that the Selection Sunday anticipation is over, March Madness is on the minds of many and lots of bets are set to be made at our Coast sportsbooks.…
Mississippi makes moves towards mobile sports betting as Super Bowl wagers soar
The Super Bowl is one of the most wagered-on sporting events globally, with bets expected to surpass $20 billion. While most bettors place their wagers on mobile devices, Mississippians are currently restricted…
Mississippi House passes online sports betting bill
Mississippi is one step closer to online sports betting after the State House passed a bill on Monday. The House voted 88 to 10 in favor of the bill. It now moves to the Senate for consideration. News 25 will…
Legalized online sports betting advances in Mississippi Legislature
A panel of Mississippi lawmakers approved a bill Wednesday that would permit mobile sports betting, a move proponents say would satisfy strong consumer demand and produce millions in new tax revenue. House Gaming Chairman Rep. Casey Eure, R-Saucier, is trying again to…
Bill to allow online sports betting dies in Legislature
A bill that would have allowed online sports betting in Mississippi has died in conference. House Bill 774, authored by Rep. Casey Eure, R-Harrison, would have made online race books and online sports pools legal in Mississippi. The measure passed…
Mississippi House passes bill to legalize online sports betting
BY MICHAEL GOLDBERG Updated 5:33 PM CST, February 1, 2024 JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — The Mississippi House passed a bill Thursday that would legalize online sports betting, bringing the state one step closer to joining 29 other states that already allow…
Mississippi lawmakers advance bill to legalize online sports betting
BY MICHAEL GOLDBERG Updated 6:06 PM CST, January 30, 2024 Share JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — A bill advancing in Mississippi’s Legislature would legalize online sports betting in the state, where analysts say consumer demand continues to fuel a thriving black…
Vote to legalize online sports gambling in the Mississippi House
A vote to legalize online sports gambling in Mississippi could come as early as this week. House Bill 774 requires a majority vote and would go into effect…
Golden Nugget Biloxi converts Sportsbook to DraftKings with plans to Open All New DraftKings Retail Sportsbook
BOSTON, MA and BILOXI, MS – (November, 28 2023) – Golden Nugget Casino Biloxi and DraftKings Inc. announced today that the DraftKings Sportsbook will become the featured retail sportsbook at Golden Nugget Casino Biloxi. The plans call for an all-new,…
Sports books see increase in bets due to March Madness
Your bracket may be busted, but it’s not too late to cash in some winners. Scarlet Pearl Casino is expecting another huge turnout as the Sweet 16…
Bet MGM Sportsbook is ready for March Madness
Hurry up and fill out those brackets because the madness is about to begin! The March Madness Tournament tips off tomorrow with the round of 64 and sportsbooks…
Super Bowl specials at the Beau Rivage
Beau Rivage Casino and Resort has a lot of activities for its guests Sunday before the Big Game! You can catch the Chiefs and Eagles in Super Bowl 57…
Sports betting taskforce added to Mississippi House bill
We are moving a step closer to mobile sports betting being legal in Mississippi. A change to House Bill 606 gained initial approval at the Mississippi capitol to…
Super Bowl betting starts Wednesday at the Scarlet Pearl
The division championships have been won and the Super Bowl match is set, but do you want to be a part of the winnings, too? The Super…
Mattress Mack places $500,000 sports bet at Beau Rivage
Mattress Mack, the winner of the largest sports gambling win of all time, is here on the Coast to place a half million dollar bet for the…
Palace Casino prepares for Kentucky Derby Race Day
The Kentucky Derby is set for tomorrow. Grab your mint juleps and head over to the Palace Casino where Kentucky Derby betting is heating up. This world-famous horse…
Sportsbooks prepare for March Madness
One of the most exciting times in the sports world is almost here: March Madness. With the tournament right around the corner, bets are starting to roll in at the casinos.…
Mississippi Sportsbooks see betting decrease for Super Bowl
Super Bowl betting numbers were recently released and Mississippi betting saw a significant decrease for the big game. The state went from $8.1 million in total bets last…