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Florida commission green-lights Magic City Casino sale to Alabama tribe

West Flagler Gets Approval To Sell Magic City Casino To Alabama Tribe For $600 Million

The Florida gaming control commission green-lit the sale of Magic City Casino to an Alabama tribe for reportedly $600 million in cash.

Posted on: February 14, 2023 | Aleeyah Jadavji

Florida Lawmaker Files Legislation To Revive Harness Racing

Florida harness racing could return under legislation, as state Rep. Dan Daley tries to revive the racing with HB 275.

Posted on: February 10, 2023 | Sam Hollingsworth

Native Florida tribes could gain state recognition under proposed bill

Legislation Would Create Pathway To State Recognition For Florida Native Tribes

The Seminole and Miccosukee Tribes are the only two native tribes recognized by the state. That could change with new legislation.

Posted on: February 9, 2023 | TJ McBride

The Florida Fan’s Guide To The 2023 Super Bowl

A comprehensive guide for Super Bowl LVII, including some of the best watch parties and players to watch for who went to college in Florida.

Posted on: February 8, 2023 | Aleeyah Jadavji

Magic City Casino Battle Court Jai-alai season III

Battle Court Jai-Alai Season III Kicks Off At Florida Casino Friday

Magic City Casino in Miami is set to kick off the third season of its professional jai-alai league, Battle Court, on Feb. 3.

Posted on: February 2, 2023 | Steve Schult

Lottery Scam Costs Florida Woman $11,000

A scammer posing as a Powerball winner from Arizona convinced her to send "transfer fees" and "taxes" in return for a piece of his "winnings."

Posted on: February 1, 2023 | Marian Rosin

Seminole Hard Rock Lucky Hearts Poker Open

First Major Florida Poker Series Of 2023 Generates Millions In Prize Pools

The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood hosted the largest Lucky Hearts Poker Open in the history of the series, culminating with Marius Gierse's $605,000 victory in the no-limit hold'em main event.

Posted on: January 30, 2023 | Steve Schult

Players Have Second Chance To Win With Florida Lottery’s New Scratch Games

Florida Lottery's new scratch games offer second chance at winning, as losing tickets can become winners until Feb. 23.

Posted on: January 27, 2023 | Aleeyah Jadavji

Big bucks will be bet in Florida on 2023 Pegasus World Cup

Pegasus World Cup Gallops Into Sunshine State For The Seventh Year

Following a record-setting 2022 card where $43.8 million was wagered, Florida bettors are expected to bet big in Hallandale again this year.

Posted on: January 24, 2023 | Aleeyah Jadavji

Florida woman commits fraud during 2022 casino ballot initiative

Authorities Charge Woman For Fraudulent Signatures In Florida Casino Initiative

Florida levied misdemeanor and felony charges against a woman for submitting false information on the 2022 Florida casino ballot initiative.

Posted on: January 19, 2023 | John Holden