Logan Fairchild 
Florida legislators have intensified their campaign against unregulated gambling with the introduction of HB 591, a sweeping enforcement package that follows closely on the heels of HB 189. Together, the two bills mark the state’s most aggressive attempt in years to reshape its gambling landscape, targeting everything from online wagering to slot machine trafficking. HB189 … Read more
A Leon County circuit judge has dismissed a lawsuit contesting Florida’s gaming compact with the Seminole Tribe, which authorized statewide online sports wagering. The suit, filed by Protect the Constitution LLC, argued that the 2021 agreement violated a 2018 constitutional amendment requiring voter approval for casino gambling expansion. Judge Jonathan Sjostrom ruled that the plaintiff … Read more
In a thrilling turn of events at Seminole Casino Hotel in Immokalee, Florida, two visitors recently experienced life-changing wins on slot machines. According to a Facebook post shared by the casino on October 13, one guest decided to take a chance on the popular Dragon Link slot machine. With just a $5 wager, the player … Read more
Last Thursday, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO) shared the outcome of a covert investigation dubbed “Operation Bad Odds”, which led to the arrest of 28 individuals and the seizure of 48 unauthorized gambling devices. The investigation was sparked by a tip about illicit gaming machines at two Auburndale businesses, A-1 Discount Beverage and Discount … Read more
The Florida Gaming Control Commission (FGCC), in collaboration with the Port Richey and New Port Richey Police Departments, recently executed search warrants at five gaming establishments. The operation took place on Monday and resulted in numerous citations and the dismantling of five local businesses. FGCC law enforcement agents confiscated a total of 249 illegal slot … Read more
Recent reports indicate that the Seminole Tribe of Florida may seek approval for online casino gaming, also known as iGaming, in Florida as soon as next year. The Seminole Tribe has played a significant role in Florida’s gambling industry, including the recent launch of sports betting in 2023. The Hard Rock Bet app is owned … Read more
Angela Suggs, the current athletic director at Florida A&M University, has submitted to authorities in Tallahassee, Florida, after being charged with multiple felonies related to her previous job. The charges come after a months-long investigation by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, during which it was discovered that she misused her business-issued credit card and … Read more
The Florida legislative session is over, and multiple gambling bills have died in committee before seeing the Senate floor. HB1467 (Rep. John Snyder), S1404 (Sen. Corey Simon), S1836 (Sen. Johnathan Martin), H1017 (Rep. Vicki Lopez), and H953 (Rep. Webster Barnaby) were all left in committee without enough support to be discussed in 2025. Florida lawmakers … Read more
Senator Cory Simon has presented a bill that, if passed, would stiffen the punishment for anyone offering online gambling outside of the Seminole Tribe. Senate Bill 1404 was unanimously approved 8-0 by the Senate Regulated Industries Committee earlier this week. The bill seeks to explicitly ban internet gambling and online sports betting unless offered by … Read more
The state of Florida has launched numerous raids on arcade gaming centers since the start of 2025. Many gaming centers that have been the focus of law enforcement offer casino-style games that are legal in the state. However, when the payouts are paid in real money, the law changes, deeming the game illegal. In January … Read more