There may be some glimmer of hope for Primm Valley Resorts, the last full-time casino still operating in Primm, Nevada, the tiny gambling outpost formerly known as State Line along Interstate 15. Members of the Primm family said in a statement shared with The California Post that they’ll be working to keep the neon glow that … Read more
The neon glow that once welcomed millions of Californians speeding toward Las Vegas is about to go dark forever. Primm Valley Resorts — the last full-time casino still operating in Primm, Nevada, the tiny gambling outpost formerly known as State Line along Interstate 15 — is permanently shutting down, marking the end of an era for the … Read more
Talk about a pit stop payoff. A Michigan man turned a modest $20 win into a seven-figure score after a late-night gas station run spiraled into a full-blown jackpot frenzy. The 31-year-old — who’s opting to stay anonymous — stopped by a Wesco station in Kent County to cash in a small winning ticket, never … Read more
If you’ve been clutching your lucky numbers tighter as the Powerball jackpot balloons to a brain-melting $1.1 billion, you’re not alone — but don’t kid yourself into thinking the math is suddenly on your side. At 11 p.m. EST tonight, America will be watching in anticipation as five white balls and one red Powerball are … Read more
One tourist has a lot to be grateful for this holiday season after scoring big while playing the slots on the Las Vegas Strip. On Thursday, Nov. 27, a visitor was playing the Dragon Link slot machine at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas resort and casino. The guest placed a $25 bet on the high-limit game … Read more
Pat McAfee didn’t hesitate to bring up the biggest story in sports during “College GameDay” on Saturday. When discussing College Football Playoff odds for undefeated and one-loss teams — everyone with at least a 2 percent chance, according to the graphic — with the rest of the ESPN panel, McAfee, who hosts his eponymous show … Read more
Stephen A. Smith isn’t backing down from FBI Director Kash Patel, even if he has no interest in escalating their verbal spat. The ESPN star stated during “First Take” on Thursday that President Trump is “coming” after the FBI announced a sweeping probe into two separate illegal sports gambling-related cases that included the arrest of … Read more
Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas had jokes after the FBI arrests of Trailblazers head coach Chauncey Billups and Heat guard Terry Rozier on Thursday morning as part of a years-long probe into illegal sports gambling and illegal poker games. And those jokes led to a spat with “foul” ex-ESPNer Rachel Nichols. During Thursday’s installment of … Read more
Kenny Smith and Charles Barkley didn’t see eye to eye while discussing the gambling scandal that rocked the NBA on Thursday. During “Inside the NBA” before Thursday night’s games, host Ernie Johnson asked the crew to weigh in on the matter after the FBI arrested Heat guard Terry Rozier, Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups and former NBA … Read more
You knew this was coming. The entire sporting world was rocked Thursday morning when it was announced that the FBI arrested Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups and Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier as part of a sweeping federal probe into sports betting and an illegal poker ring with ties to organized crime. The news … Read more
Craig Carton is well aware of the NBA’s gambling worries. The WFAN radio host revealed Thursday that the league recently brought him in to speak to players about the “dangers of gambling,” such as the alleged gambling and poker schemes purportedly involving Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier and Damon Jones that shook the NBA and betting … Read more
movie review BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER Running time: 101 minutes. Rated R (language and suicide). In select theaters. On Netflix Oct. 29. The first half of “Ballad of a Small Player,” a mysterious psychodrama starring Colin Farrell, is a sexy, hyperactive, high-roller’s “Catch Me If You Can.” As for the much worse second half, … Read more
Lucy Burdge has declared war. The gambling influencer and Red Sox superfan declared Cam Schlittler her enemy after the Yankees rookie dissed her following his Game 3 gem that ended Boston’s season. “Now, I am going to be eagle-eyed watching [Schlittler],” Burdge said on the “Baseball isn’t Boring” podcast. “Because do I have some tweets … Read more
It’s not all fun and games. Experts have long warned that spending a lot of time playing video games can increase anxiety, depression, eye strain, the risk of developing obesity and other health woes. Research has also shown a link between excessive gaming and another serious issue you might not expect — with one expert … Read more
The latest statistics confirm the social chatter that Las Vegas tourism has hit a dramatic low, with some even calling Vegas an experience of the past. Only 3.1 million people visited Sin City in June, down 11.3% compared to last year, according to the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA). Social media users have called out … Read more
He’s got jokes. Bruno Mars poked fun at the debunked rumors that he owed MGM Resorts $50 million in gambling debt following his surprise cameo at BLACKPINK’s concert in Los Angeles on Sunday. The “Treasure” singer, 39, shared an Instagram clip from his onstage appearance the day after and wrote, “Almost out of debt BehhhhhBehhhhh!!! Preciate … Read more
Nobody will mistake two nights in Atlantic City for a week in Las Vegas. But if you live in New York, have a gambling jones to satisfy, want to party on the beach, take in a show or two and would rather drive for a couple hours than fly for just under six, AC is … Read more
DEAR ABBY: The woman I’ve been married to for the last 10 years is spending her time away from home. She isn’t seeing another man or hanging out in bars. She leaves at any time of the day and goes to the casino. She also plays online throughout the day or evening. She stays out … Read more
He has yet to come up triple hearts in life. Hitting the jackpot would seemingly raise one’s value on the romantic marketplace. However, a Colorado gambling influencer who won a million dollars playing the Las Vegas slots claims that’s not the case — because most of his female prospects just want a “sugar daddy.” “It’s … Read more
Bill Maher piled on the insults at Jay Leno’s expense following theories that the legendary late-night host’s recent injuries were the results of his gambling debts. Sitting down for Maher’s “Club Random” podcast, Maher brought up the brutal facial wound that Leno suffered when he fell down a hill while at a hotel in Pennsylvania … Read more