2 ex-Eastern Michigan basketball players including 1 current, indicted in gambling scheme
Three Eastern Michigan basketball players - one current and two former, are ensnared in a massive betting scheme to rig college basketball games, according to federal investigators.
Three Eastern Michigan basketball players - one current and two former, are ensnared in a massive betting scheme to rig college basketball games, according to federal investigators.
Michigan orders 8 unlicensed online casinos to cease operations in state
Eight online casinos were recently ordered to stop operating in Michigan because the websites are unlicensed, according to the state Gaming Control Board (MGCB).
Eight online casinos were recently ordered to stop operating in Michigan because the websites are unlicensed, according to the state Gaming Control Board (MGCB).
Michigan ranked #2 in online casino and sports betting traffic in the US
Michigan gamblers are still going to their nearby casinos, but some days it is just easier to sit on the couch and place your winning bets over the Internet.
Michigan gamblers are still going to their nearby casinos, but some days it is just easier to sit on the couch and place your winning bets over the Internet.
Michigan the second most popular state with online sports betting
Michigan is ranked #2 in the nation for the most revenue from this online gaming option. Detroit as a city is #8. New Jersey is #1.
Michigan is ranked #2 in the nation for the most revenue from this online gaming option. Detroit as a city is #8. New Jersey is #1.
Michigan orders more unlicensed online casinos to cease operations in state
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) continues to target offshore online gambling websites illegally in the state.
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) continues to target offshore online gambling websites illegally in the state.
More unregulated online casinos ordered to cease operations in Michigan
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) recently ordered 10 online casinos to cease operations in the state, citing violations of gambling laws.
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) recently ordered 10 online casinos to cease operations in the state, citing violations of gambling laws.
9 online gambling websites ordered to cease operations in Michigan
After ordering an online gambling website to stop operating in Michigan last month, the state has sent cease-and-desist letters to nine additional unlicensed gambling sites.
After ordering an online gambling website to stop operating in Michigan last month, the state has sent cease-and-desist letters to nine additional unlicensed gambling sites.
MGM Grand Detroit player wins casino's largest prize ever on slot machine
A player at MGM Grand Detroit recently won the casino's biggest prize ever while playing a slot machine.
A player at MGM Grand Detroit recently won the casino's biggest prize ever while playing a slot machine.
Detroit Lions Super Bowl favorites? Sportsbooks say so
After another 60-minute romp through Ford Field against the Jacksonville Jaguars, as well as a loss for the previously undefeated Kansas City Chiefs, it is the Lions with the best odds to win the last game of the season.
After another 60-minute romp through Ford Field against the Jacksonville Jaguars, as well as a loss for the previously undefeated Kansas City Chiefs, it is the Lions with the best odds to win the last game of the season.
Detroit casino workers reach strike deadline without new deal with gaming centers
The strike will hurt the city, which brings in almost half a million dollars in tax revenue a day from the three casinos.
The strike will hurt the city, which brings in almost half a million dollars in tax revenue a day from the three casinos.
The NFL suspended four Detroit Lions players for sports betting. Was it being hypocritical or hypervigilant?
Gambling is no longer a pariah in sports. But was it two-faced for the league to suspend its players for betting on games?
Gambling is no longer a pariah in sports. But was it two-faced for the league to suspend its players for betting on games?
Sports betting wins come with strings attached for tax season, says financial expert
Sports betting has become so popular ever since Michigan legalized it, as well as online sports betting. But do you realize the tax implications of it if you win?
Sports betting has become so popular ever since Michigan legalized it, as well as online sports betting. But do you realize the tax implications of it if you win?
MGM Grand Detroit bringing back indoor smoking
The casino said the rule change went into effect this week, allowing for two sections where people can smoke.
The casino said the rule change went into effect this week, allowing for two sections where people can smoke.
Michigan, New Jersey to offer joint online poker play in 2023
PokerStars will combine player pools in the two states.
PokerStars will combine player pools in the two states.
Whitmer rejects $180M off-reservation casino near Muskegon
The Little River Band of Ottawa Indians had hoped to build a casino on an 87-acre lot the tribe purchased in 2008. It required both state and federal approval since it wasn't on a reservation.
The Little River Band of Ottawa Indians had hoped to build a casino on an 87-acre lot the tribe purchased in 2008. It required both state and federal approval since it wasn't on a reservation.
Hollywood Casino in Detroit unveils cashless way to play slots
Hollywood Casino at Greektown has gone through a number of new changes this year: New renovations, new health guidelines, and even a new name.
Hollywood Casino at Greektown has gone through a number of new changes this year: New renovations, new health guidelines, and even a new name.
Greektown Casino rebrands with new name Hollywood Casino, adds new amenities
Assuming the changes are approved, the official name change will arrive May 1.
Assuming the changes are approved, the official name change will arrive May 1.
Michigan to begin allowing people to claim state income tax deduction for gambling losses
It is expected to reduce state tax revenue by $12 million to $17 million a year.
It is expected to reduce state tax revenue by $12 million to $17 million a year.
Experts say online sports betting has spiked calls to the Michigan gambling hotline
According to experts, isolation and depression can lead to gambling. Due to the pandemic start of online sports betting, calls to the Michigan gambling hotline have increased.
According to experts, isolation and depression can lead to gambling. Due to the pandemic start of online sports betting, calls to the Michigan gambling hotline have increased.
New online sports betting raises concerns of developing addictions, experts say
According to addiction and drug counselor George Goike, online sports betting could increase gambling addictions in some people.
According to addiction and drug counselor George Goike, online sports betting could increase gambling addictions in some people.