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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

Proposal To Legalize Daily Fantasy Sports Provides Hope For Texas Gaming Expansion

While Texas has remained against gaming expansion within its borders, a recent bill to legalize daily fantasy sports could provide hope for the future.

Posted on: December 29, 2020 | | Derek Helling

If Sheldon Adelson Has Any Say In The Matter, Texas Will Expand Gambling In 2021

Texas gambling expansion could be on the docket in the state legislature in 2021 if Las Vegas casino mogul Sheldon Adelson's money talks the right way.

Posted on: December 11, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Livestreamed Texas Poker Games Can Put Player Safety In Jeopardy

Thieves can gain access to poker players through livestreams, so safeguards should be put in place to protect players.

Posted on: January 17, 2023 | | Hill Kerby

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Finally Addresses Legal Texas Gambling

Lt. Gov. Patrick makes first comments on legal gaming expansion in advance of the 2023 legislative session. We analyze what his comments mean for legal gaming legislation.

Posted on: January 5, 2023 | | Tyler Andrews

Police: Texas Woman Scams Indiana Man To Fuel Gambling Trips

Texas woman swindles Indiana man to fuel gambling habit by telling him on Twitter she needed money for health problems.

Posted on: December 21, 2022 | | TJ McBride

Texas Securities Board Investigating Brady, Curry Ties To FTX

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

Texas Well Represented At World Cup

Texas represents at 2022 World Cup, with three players on the US men's national team playing in the Qatar World Cup.

Posted on: November 29, 2022 | | Mark Fadden

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