Legalized sports gambling’s impact in Connecticut
A new study indicates the ease of access to sports gambling is harming the financial health of some consumers, including here in Connecticut.
Gambling addiction in West Virginia increases as betting become more accessible
Sheila Moran, Director of Marketing and Communication with the WV Problem Gambling Network, says they helped 1200 people last year, which is double compared to the previous year.
Kansas study: Online sports betting costs Americans twice as much in retirement
A new study from the University of Kansas reveals that every dollar spent on online sports betting translates into two dollars not invested in retirement savings.
Ohio offers Voluntary Exclusion List for problem gamblers as calls to helpline rise
The legalization of casinos and sports betting is a financial boost for Ohio, but it also poses great temptation for those dealing with gambling addiction as calls to the state's helpline are on the rise.
Sports betting addiction leading to increase in bankruptcies in Kansas
A recent study by USC and UCLA researchers suggests a nearly 30% increase in bankruptcies in states where sports betting is legal. One sports betting addiction counselor says the impulse to bet on sports is devastating families across the state.
Sports betting in Tennessee set to surge with college football kickoff
College football season has officially kicked off, and the players [...]
Pennsylvania’s gambling habit costs more than just money
Continuing its usual trend, gambling revenues in Pennsylvania keep climbing year over year. Along with dozens of other states that have legalized more forms of betting, however, so has a financial problem for residents.
South Carolina lawmakers set for renewed push to legalize online sports betting
South Carolina lawmakers are gearing up for a renewed effort to legalize online sports betting when the General Assembly reconvenes in January, driven by the lucrative potential and the success of neighboring states.
Less Than 4% Of Pennsylvania Bettors Use Problem Gambling Controls
Although Pennsylvania offers self-exclusion programs for gamblers, not that many players are utilizing it. In fact, less than 4% of registered players used it back in June.
Rumblings begin anew for legal wagering in South Carolina
South Carolina lawmakers have barely seriously considered legalising sports betting but, in 2025, the discussion could get more serious.