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Push Continues For Gambling Expansion As Texas Bills Include Casinos, Sports Betting

The House and Senate saw bills filed to legalize casinos and sports betting in Texas. However, such legislation still faces uphill battles.

Posted on: March 12, 2021 | | Martin F. Harris

Rush Street Gains Access To Texas, But Fruits Of Online Gambling Labor Are Far Off

As part of a deal with Penn National, Rush Street Interactive could offer online gambling in Texas. But don't count on that happening soon.

Posted on: February 24, 2021 | | Martin F. Harris

Mattress Mack, Gallery Furniture Customers Win Big On Super Bowl Bet

Jim "Mattress Mack" McIngvale placed a monstrous wager on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to win Super Bowl LV. Now he and his customers can celebrate.

Posted on: February 10, 2021 | | Martin F. Harris

Legalizing Casino Gambling Heavily Supported By Texans, According To Survey

A survey conducted by the University of Houston shows Texas residents favor several revenue-boosting suggestions, including legalizing casino gambling.

Posted on: January 29, 2021 | | Martin F. Harris

Texas Rep. Harold Dutton Proposes Online-Only Sports Betting Bill

Rep. Harold Dutton has proposed Texas legalize an online-only sports betting industry as professional sports owners back state-regulated wagering.

Posted on: January 19, 2021 | | Martin F. Harris

Ready or Not: Baylor Basketball Faces Early Tests Against Two High-Ranking Teams

While still early in the season, two top-five showdowns this week could put No. 2 Baylor in the driver's season of the 2020-21 college basketball season.

Posted on: December 1, 2020 | | Martin F. Harris