Texas Gambling News & Online Gambling Launch Updates

A bill in the Texas Legislature by state Sen. Bob Hall looks to prohibit the sale of lottery games by phone or online.

Posted on: May 24, 2023 | | TJ McBride

Although sports betting in Texas is not a reality, the state is home to several famous people championing the industry's cause.

Posted on: May 22, 2023 | | Rashid Mohamed

Texas-born poker legend Doyle Brunson touched the lives of many and will go down as one of the most iconic poker players in history.

Posted on: May 18, 2023 | | Aleeyah Jadavji

Seven Zapata residents were recently convicted of conspiring to conduct illegal gambling activities in Webb and Zapata counties.

Posted on: May 17, 2023 | | Rashid Mohamed

In the span of about 24 hours, gambling expansion in Texas, including sports betting, went from having little hope to having no hope.

Posted on: May 15, 2023 | | Jason Schaumburg

The Texas House passed a resolution Thursday to legalize online sports betting in Texas through a constitutional amendment.

Posted on: May 11, 2023 | | Jason Schaumburg

Online sports betting and casino legislation both received affirmative votes during their second readings on the Texas House floor.

Posted on: May 11, 2023 | | Tyler Andrews

Two gambling bills, including an online sports betting bill, are slated to be heard Wednesday, May, 10, in the Texas House of Representatives.

Posted on: May 9, 2023 | | Jason Schaumburg

A style guide for all Kentucky Derby parties. No matter how formal or casual, we have you covered from head to toe.

Posted on: May 3, 2023 | | TJ McBride

Charges against the players involved in the Watauga Social Lounge Poker Club raid have been dropped. Employees are still awaiting their fate.

Posted on: May 1, 2023 | | Aleeyah Jadavji