News Archives - PlayTexas

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

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

Leading pro sports teams make one last bid through written letter to Patrick and Phelan to endorse Texas sports betting legislation.

Posted on: April 20, 2023 | | Rashid Mohamed

A Texas House Committee heard two bills hoping to bring legal clarity to Texas poker rooms. However, it did not take a vote on either.

Posted on: April 11, 2023 | | Rashid Mohamed

Lone Star Park cancels plans to export its signal after court rules agains the park's request for a temporary restraining order.

Posted on: April 17, 2023 | | Rashid Mohamed

WinStar Oklahoma casino signed a deal with Lucas Oil last month to add a new live concert space for more than 6,500 audience members.

Posted on: March 30, 2023 | | Rashid Mohamed

Polk County has been reaping economic benefits from Naskila Casino since the Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas opened the casino in 2001.

Posted on: March 27, 2023 | | Rashid Mohamed

How do Texans report gambling wins and losses to IRS? Everything you need to know about making sure Uncle Sam gets a cut.

Posted on: February 20, 2023 | | Rashid Mohamed

Texas securities board's probe of FTX Includes Brady and Curry, along with other celebrities involved with failed company.

Posted on: December 12, 2022 | | Rashid Mohamed

Lotto.com incorporated three more states into its fold last month. One of them was Texas, while the other two were New York and Colorado.

Posted on: August 10, 2022 | | Rashid Mohamed