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BetMGM’s 2-Up Promo Pulling Off the Ultimate World Cup Win-Win

The 2026 World Cup continues generating major betting action, with BetMGM reporting massive Team USA support and memorable promo payouts.

Aqueduct Racetrack Closes: NYC’s 132-Year Horse Racing Era Ends

Aqueduct Racetrack ran its final race June 28, ending 132 years of New York City horse racing. See fan reactions and what comes next at Belmont Park.

NJ Mega Jackpot Tops $1 Million Again After Two Massive 2026 Wins

The Hard Rock Bet NJ Mega Jackpot has surpassed $1 million again after awarding two nearly $2 million jackpots in 2026.

Hollywood Casino Aurora Opens New $360 Million Resort Complex

Hollywood Casino Aurora officially opened its new $360 million resort featuring a hotel, sportsbook, spa, event center and celebrity chef restaurants.

MGM Resorts and BetMGM Renew Long-Term MLB Partnership Through 2026 and Beyond

MGM Resorts and BetMGM have renewed their long-term MLB partnership, extending a relationship that began in 2018.

Inside House of GOAL: How Kalshi Is Turning World Cup Fans Into Traders

Kalshi becomes the official prediction market sponsor of House of GOAL, bringing real-time World Cup trading to Brooklyn's 16-day soccer festival, July 3-19.

Illinois Horse Racing Faces Uncertain Future After Rescue Bill Stalls

Hawthorne Race Course’s bankruptcy and stalled legislation have intensified concerns about the future of horse racing in Illinois.

Bet365 Launches World Cup Prediction Contest With $250,000 Prize Pool

Bet365 launches a World Cup Tournament Challenge offering up to $250,000 in prizes, with prediction-based gameplay across licensed US states.

Hard Rock Bet Launches MONOPOLY Live in New Jersey and Michigan

Hard Rock Bet has launched MONOPOLY Live in New Jersey and Michigan. Learn how the live dealer game show works, its bonus rounds and top multipliers.

Atlanta Visitor Turns $5 Bet Into $10.3 Million Las Vegas Casino Jackpot

An Atlanta visitor turned a $5 bet into a $10.3 million Megabucks jackpot at Westgate Las Vegas — the resort's second-largest win ever.