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Alabama Supreme Court Again Aids Gambling Task Force
The Alabama Supreme Court has been aiding Governor Robert Riley throughout his attempt to shut down the gambling establishments in the state. On Friday, the Supreme Court issued yet another positive ruling for the gambling Task Force.

Online Gambling Website Shut Down By Washington Supreme Court
The online gambling website Betcha.com has been shut down by the Washington Supreme Court. The justices ruled that the site was offering illegal gambling because of the fees they charge.

The Well Receives More Bad Publicity With Gambling Bust
The same bar where the driver that killed Los Angeles Angels pitcher Nick Adenhart last year had been drinking, has now been raided for illegal gambling activity.

Consequences May Heighten For Gambling Parents Leaving Kids In Car
Pennsylvania is having a big problem with parents leaving their children in the car while the adult goes in a casino and gambles. Two lawmakers are seeking stronger penalties for those who commit this crime.

Gamblers Take To The Streets In Alabama In Support Of Bingo Halls
While Governor Robert Riley has done everything in his power to stop bingo gambling in Alabama, residents took to the streets on Saturday to rally. The hope is that the next governor will be more bingo-friendly.

With Casino Coming, Cleveland Police Raid Illegal Gambling Club
Cleveland police went to work early Saturday morning trying to rid the city of illegal gambling. A raid took place that netted thirty arrests on various charges, including gambling.

Democratic Leaders Push Ahead With Atlantic City Gambling Reform
Democratic leaders in New Jersey are pushing ahead with Atlantic City casino gambling reform. The next gambling summit is now scheduled for September 10th at the Meadowlands.

Georgia Republican Deal Gives In To Pressure On Gambling Issue
Georgia Republican gubernatorial candidate Nathan Deal voiced his openness to possible casino gambling in the state earlier this month. Now, Deal is backpedaling because of political pressure from a Christian conservative group.

Playtech Executive Believes Locals Will Rule US Online Gambling
One of Playtech's executives believes that when the US online gambling market opens up after the laws are changed in the country, it will be the local companies that will rule the industry.

Pro-Gambling Groups Happy With Gubernatorial Choices In Minnesota
Residents in Minnesota that would like to see gambling expanded to help with the state budget are pleased with the three candidates left running for Governor in the state. Two of the three are strong supporters of gambling expansion.

Couple Sentenced To Jail For Leaving Baby In Car While Gambling
A California couple is headed to jail after they pleaded no contest to a felony charge of child abuse. The couple left their baby in the car while they gambled in a California casino in April.

South Africa high Court Rules Clearly Against Online Gambling
The North Gauteng High Court issued a ruling this week that criminalizes online gambling in the country. The ban is being looked at as similar to the ban the US has attempted to implement.

Florida Election Results Could Shape Frank's Online Gambling Bill
The Florida election results are in and the Republican and Democrats that won primaries on Tuesday could shape the future of gambling in the Sunshine State and online gambling in the US.

Online Gambling Companies May Move From Costa Rica Due To Taxes
Costa Rica has long been considered the place to set up shop for online gambling operators, but on Monday, the country announced plans to tax the casino industry. That may prompt online gaming company's to switch locations.

Expanded Gambling Coming To Arkansas In Form Of Lottery Machines
Selling lottery tickets out of a vending machine has become a hot way to increase gambling sales around the US, and Arkansas lawmakers have now agreed to bring 100 of the vending machines to their state.

Police Raids Continue On Illegal Gambling, This Time In Arkansas
It has been a busy weekend for gambling raids across the US with the latest coming late Saturday evening in Arkansas. The Arcade was raided in Saline County, and six people were arrested.

Preying On Elderly And Disabled Gamblers Leads To Texas Arrests
Businesses were raided on Thursday afternoon in Montgomery County, Texas for running illegal gambling operations. The majority of the people found inside the locations were elderly or disabled.

Massachusetts Gambling Issues Boil Over As Wonderland Track Closes
The contentious gambling issue in Massachusetts boiled over to the public on Thursday when the famed Wonderland Greyhound Park closed its doors and left many residents without jobs.

US Government Nets Another $13.3 Million From Online Gambling
The US government may soon re-think changing their laws regarding online gambling. Two payment processors have forfeited $13.3 million to settle a case stemming from transmitting online gambling funds, and other processors may be next.

Chesapeake Examining Internet Cafes Offering Online Gambling
Internet cafes have become places where online gambling can flourish around the US. In Chesapeake, Virginia, the cafes are under increased scrutiny from the city.