Missouri Gambling News & Updates

A picture of a man signing a sheet of paper for a story about the Missouri sports betting ballot initiative getting 100,000 signatures already

Group Collects 100,000 Signatures For MO Sports Betting Ballot Initiative

A group backing the sports betting ballot initiative collected more than half of the necessary signatures to get the issue on this November's ballot.

Posted on: February 27, 2024 | | Dan Holmes

A picture of figures asking for "more" of Missouri sports betting

GeoComply Super Bowl Data Shows Missouri’s Demand For Sports Betting

GeoComply, a geolocation services company for legal sportsbooks, showed a ton of activity coming from Missouri during the big game.

Posted on: February 12, 2024 | | Cheryl Coward

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Poll Says 62% Of Missouri Voters Support Sports Betting

A poll conducted by Emerson College and a local media company showed that most Missourians are ready for a legal market.

Posted on: February 7, 2024 | | T.J. McBride

A picture of Missouri state senator Denny Hoskins.

VLTs Need To Be Included In MO Sports Betting Debate, Senator Says

Sen. Denny Hoskins believes Missouri shouldn't legalize sports betting without including video lottery terminals in the legislation.

Posted on: January 31, 2024 | | C.J. Pierre

Coalition of Missouri sports team restart push for sports betting.

Professional Teams Coalition Restart Push For Sports Betting In Missouri

Missouri's NFL, MLB, MLS, NHL and NWSL franchises back petitions to legalize mobile sports betting in the state.

Posted on: September 12, 2023 | | T.J. McBride

Smoking is allowed at two St. Louis County casinos.

St. Louis Casino Smoking Ordinance Compromise Reached

In a compromise between St. Louis County officials and Penn Entertainment, smoking will now be allowed at the two casinos in the county.

Posted on: August 18, 2023 | | T.J. McBride

Sides are drawn in Missouri Lake of the Ozarks casino battle

Lake Of The Ozarks Casino Battle: A Real-Life Dilemma

Similar to the casino battle on the hit Netflix show "Ozark," a real-life struggle has ensued in Missouri.

Posted on: April 12, 2023 | | Hill Kerby

Lawsuit In Missouri Targets Torch, Store Owners Over Illegal Gambling

Lawsuit in Missouri accuses Torch, others of illegal gambling. The suit also claims companies are working with Torch to skirt Missouri law.

Posted on: March 20, 2023 | | Aleeyah Jadavji

Missouri loses out on at least $25M in bets on Super Bowl

Chiefs Super Bowl Win Means $25 Million Loss For Missouri

New GeoComply data shows thousands of Missouriains tried to bet on the Super Bowl, leaving Missouri to lose out on over $25M in bets.

Posted on: February 15, 2023 | | Hill Kerby

Missouri AG says stopping illegal gambling is not his job

Missouri AG Andrew Bailey Stays Hands-off On Illegal Gambling

The new Missouri AG says stopping illegal gambling isn't his job, but one senator says making the machines legal would benefit the state.

Posted on: January 31, 2023 | | Aleeyah Jadavji

Missouri funds education programs with lottery money

Where Does Your Money Go When You Play the Missouri Lottery?

Missouri Lottery money is used to fund education programs, with more than $300 million going to such initiatives in 2022 alone.

Posted on: January 23, 2023 | | Aleeyah Jadavji

Ozark casino fight similar to Netflix show plot

Osage Nation Tribal Casino Wants To Stake Claim To The Ozarks

A recent Ozark casino fight brings a popular Netflix show plot to life, as entities push to construct casinos in the Lake of the Ozarks.

Posted on: December 14, 2022 | | T.J. McBride

Century Casino Caruthersville begins massive expansion.

Caruthersville, Missouri Welcomes Century Casino Expansion

Century Casino Caruthersville breaks ground on its massive expansion, which includes relocating inland from the Mississippi River, on Dec. 2.

Posted on: November 21, 2022 | | T.J. McBride

Missouri Lottery honored for security and responsible gaming efforts

Missouri Lottery’s Security, Responsible Gaming Efforts Recognized

The Missouri Lottery's recent award for responsible gaming and security suggests big things for legal sports betting in the state.

Posted on: September 8, 2022 | | Tyler Andrews

Going To A Kansas City Chiefs Game At Arrowhead Stadium

Here's everything you need to know about attending a Kansas City Chiefs game at Arrowhead Stadium this NFL football season.

Posted on: August 30, 2022 | | Hill Kerby

Group Collects 100,000 Signatures For MO Sports Betting Ballot Initiative

GeoComply Super Bowl Data Shows Missouri’s Demand For Sports Betting

Poll Says 62% Of Missouri Voters Support Sports Betting

VLTs Need To Be Included In MO Sports Betting Debate, Senator Says

Professional Teams Coalition Restart Push For Sports Betting In Missouri

St. Louis Casino Smoking Ordinance Compromise Reached

Lake Of The Ozarks Casino Battle: A Real-Life Dilemma

Lawsuit In Missouri Targets Torch, Store Owners Over Illegal Gambling

Chiefs Super Bowl Win Means $25 Million Loss For Missouri

Missouri AG Andrew Bailey Stays Hands-off On Illegal Gambling

Where Does Your Money Go When You Play the Missouri Lottery?

Osage Nation Tribal Casino Wants To Stake Claim To The Ozarks

Caruthersville, Missouri Welcomes Century Casino Expansion

Missouri Lottery’s Security, Responsible Gaming Efforts Recognized

Going To A Kansas City Chiefs Game At Arrowhead Stadium

Missouri Sportsbooks Enjoy Record Month in March

Missouri Sports Wagering Totals in Black for First Time in February

Mizzou President Issues Warning Ahead of March Madness

Bet365 Launches ‘Winning’ Campaign Along with Early March Madness Payouts

Missouri Reports Negative Sports Betting Revenue for Second Straight Month

Missouri Sports Betting Revenue Totals $543 Million In First Month

Missouri Gaming Chief To Retire As Industry Faces Possible Expansion

Missouri Ticket Splits $1.787 Billion Powerball Jackpot with Texas Winner

PAC Donations Suggest Another VLT Battle in Missouri General Assembly Looming