Ohio Gambling News

Not If But When: Gov. Mike DeWine Says Legal Sports Betting ‘Inevitable’ In Ohio

During a Monday press conference, Gov. Mike DeWine made it clear that legal sports betting is "inevitable" in Ohio.

Posted on: March 3, 2021 | | Martin Harris

Paper, Plastic or Parlay? Ohio Grocery Stores Ask For Sports Betting

The Ohio Grocers Association asked an Ohio committee to consider allowing sports betting at more than 600 grocery store lottery retailers.

Posted on: February 25, 2021 | | Matthew Kredell

Penn National Deal Could Allow Rush Street Interactive To Offer Ohio Online Gambling

If Ohio legalizes online sports betting and casinos, Rush Street Interactive could have a path to launching BetRivers in the Buckeye State.

Posted on: February 23, 2021 | | Martin Harris

No More Curfew: Ohio Casinos Now ‘A Step Closer To Normalcy’

A sustained statewide drop in COVID-19 cases led to Gov. Mike DeWine lifting the curfew on Ohio Casinos.

Posted on: February 19, 2021 | | George Myers

Ohio Senate Committee On Sports Betting Off To Slow Start

Ohio's Senate Select Committee on Gaming has only heard two witnesses in two weeks, but the obstacles to legalizing sports betting are clear.

Posted on: February 12, 2021 | | Matthew Kredell

Cleveland Cavaliers Debut Prediction Game With Interesting Sports Betting Potential

Cavs Pick 'Em, a new free-to-play prediction game housed in the team's mobile app, has interesting possibilities in a future where Ohio sports betting is legal.

Posted on: January 29, 2021 | | Derek Helling

Shuffle Up And Wait: Poker Rooms Remain Closed in Ohio Casinos

Ohio casinos have been able to reopen after brief closures as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. But their poker rooms remain closed.

Posted on: January 27, 2021 | | Martin Harris

Let’s Take It Back: Ohio Ready To Take Another Crack At Sports Betting In 2021

Ohio lawmakers are getting ready to take another stab at legalizing sports betting. The last remaining sponsor from last year's effort gives a 2021 outlook.

Posted on: January 25, 2021 | | Matthew Kredell

Dan Gilbert Sells Controlling Interest in JACK Entertainment, Two Ohio Casinos

An influential figure in the Ohio gaming landscape, Dan Gilbert recently sold controlling interest in JACK Entertainment and two Ohio casinos.

Posted on: January 21, 2021 | | Martin Harris

COVID-19 Took Its Toll On 2020 Ohio Gaming Revenue, But Optimism Remains For 2021

It comes as no surprise that the COVID-19 pandemic took its toll on Ohio casino and racino revenue. But there's reason to be optimistic for 2021.

Posted on: January 13, 2021 | | Martin Harris

Not If But When: Gov. Mike DeWine Says Legal Sports Betting ‘Inevitable’ In Ohio

Paper, Plastic or Parlay? Ohio Grocery Stores Ask For Sports Betting

Penn National Deal Could Allow Rush Street Interactive To Offer Ohio Online Gambling

No More Curfew: Ohio Casinos Now ‘A Step Closer To Normalcy’

Ohio Senate Committee On Sports Betting Off To Slow Start

Cleveland Cavaliers Debut Prediction Game With Interesting Sports Betting Potential

Shuffle Up And Wait: Poker Rooms Remain Closed in Ohio Casinos

Let’s Take It Back: Ohio Ready To Take Another Crack At Sports Betting In 2021

Dan Gilbert Sells Controlling Interest in JACK Entertainment, Two Ohio Casinos

COVID-19 Took Its Toll On 2020 Ohio Gaming Revenue, But Optimism Remains For 2021

DraftKings, JACK Entertainment Apply For Sports Betting Licenses In Ohio

Ohio Casinos May Be Allowed To Choose Between Local, National Helpline

Ohio Senate Passes iLottery Bill But Lawmaker Expects It To Stall In House

Caesars Racebook App Now Live In Ohio

Cincinnati Misses Out On Hosting 2026 World Cup Matches