Daniel Kwon was arrested in Toronto and faces numerous sexual assault charges A regular face from streamed high-stakes poker has been charged in a serious criminal case in Canada. Daniel Kwon, a poker player known to viewers of Hustler Casino Live, was arrested in Toronto and now faces multiple charges tied to an alleged sexual
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MSPT Prepares for First Series at Arizona’s Talking Stick Resort
The upcoming series will be the first time the MSPT has visited the casino The Major Series of Poker: The Tour is set to break new ground with its first-ever stop at Arizona’s Talking Stick Resort. Season 17 continues later this month with a full slate of events scheduled from January 24 through February 1.
South Carolina Casino Bill Gets Update To Support the SC Conservation Bank
Even with the changes, passage is far from certain, and a veto from the governor is a real possibility South Carolina’s long-running casino debate took a new turn this week with an amendment aimed at boosting land conservation funding. State Rep. Bruce Bannister plans to update a casino bill to direct a large share of
New Bill Could Give Bally’s More Time To Open Illinois Casino
the bill would grant Bally’s six more months to build its casino, with two optional three-month extensions Illinois lawmakers are considering a new bill that could give Bally’s more time to open its long-awaited Chicago casino. The proposal would extend the company’s ability to operate its temporary casino at Medinah Temple while construction continues on
Brandon Sheils Ships Grosvenor UK Poker Tour Event for $66,000
The Birmingham-based poker pro is starting 2026 strong after a solid 2025 Brandon Sheils picked up an early title on the 2026 Grosvenor UK Poker Tour after winning the £2,500 (US$2,900) No-Limit Hold’em High Roller in London. The event drew 72 entries and produced a £157,310 (US$183,000) prize pool, and Sheils closed it out with
Potomac Winter Poker Open Coming to MGM National Harbor Next Month
The series will run from February 11 through February 23 MGM National Harbor is set to welcome poker players next month with the return of the Potomac Winter Poker Open. The series will run from February 11 through February 23 inside the casino’s poker room, bringing nearly two weeks of tournament action to the Maryland
Legalizing Casinos in South Carolina Faces Struggles Amid Growing Opposition
With resistance now organized at the State House, the path toward legal casinos appears increasingly uncertain Efforts to legalize casinos in South Carolina are facing renewed resistance as opposition from faith-based groups grows louder. A coalition of religious organizations and church leaders gathered at the State House this week to push back against proposals that
Missouri Lawmakers Move to Make Casinos Smoke-Free
If the legislation gains momentum, Missouri could join a growing list of states moving toward smoke-free casinos Missouri lawmakers are considering new legislation that could bring major changes to indoor smoking rules across the state’s casinos. Two bills introduced in the state House would expand smoke-free protections and remove long-standing exemptions that currently allow smoking
Attempt To Bring New Casino to Indiana Could Be Thwarted by Anonymous Group
The dispute signals a busy period ahead for Indiana gaming policies with an unclear future Efforts to bring a new casino to Fort Wayne, IN, are facing growing resistance from an organized but anonymous opposition group. The proposed project has sparked debate across northeastern Indiana, with supporters pointing to economic development and critics warning of
New Jersey Considering New Casino Options as New York Prepares Market
Any expansion would require voter approval through a constitutional amendment New Jersey lawmakers are rethinking the state’s casino map as New York moves forward with three new downstate casino licenses. With competition set to increase just across the Hudson River, some officials worry New Jersey could lose gambling dollars unless it expands beyond Atlantic City.
New IRS Rule Could Benefit a Lot of Casino Gamblers
The update should simplify things for players who enjoy the casino without chasing massive jackpots A quiet change from the Internal Revenue Service could bring some relief to casino players, especially those who frequent slot machines. Beginning in 2026, the IRS will raise the minimum jackpot that triggers mandatory pay and tax withholding from $1,200
Brazil Senate Rejects Motion to Act on Casino Bill
The future of legalized casinos in Brazil remains uncertain, with the bill still awaiting its turn on the plenary agenda Brazil’s long-running debate over legalizing casinos and bingo halls hit another pause this week after the Senate rejected a request to fast-track the proposal. Lawmakers voted 36 to 28 against granting urgency to Bill 2.234/2022,











