Latest News and Updates from the Michigan Gaming Control Board
AI-GENERATEDMassachusetts Gaming Commission Launches Portal to Combat Athlete Harassment
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission has introduced 'Bet on Respect' to protect athletes. Individuals harassing players online or in person face exclusion under regulation 205 CMR 152.
AI-GENERATEDBill Simmons Under Investigation: Regulatory Probe into Proxy Betting Claims
Massachusetts gambling regulators are investigating media mogul Bill Simmons after he admitted to using a proxy to place bets on his FanDuel account.
AI-GENERATEDPTSD and Gambling: New Study Alerts US First Responders for Responsible Gaming Month
A study by the Kindbridge Research Institute reveals startling figures: 44% of surveyed US first responders meet the criteria for problem gambling.
AI-GENERATEDYoung Adults Downplay Sports Betting Risks in Massachusetts Study
A study conducted from 2023 to 2026 reveals that 71 percent of young adults in Massachusetts have bet on sports, often viewing it as a casual activity similar to buying coffee.
AI-GENERATEDEx-Cardinals Executive Ryan Gold Faces New Gambling Investigation
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission is investigating former scout Ryan Gold over allegations of sharing 2026 draft secrets and placing illegal NFL bets.
AI-GENERATEDMichigan Raid: Illegal Gambling Operation Uncovered in Muskegon Bar
Authorities seized three slot-style machines and nearly $3,900 in cash during a raid in Michigan. The investigation had been ongoing since January 2026.
AI-GENERATEDNevada Council Severs Ties with NCPG Over Controversial Kalshi Partnership
The Nevada Council on Problem Gambling has split from the national NCPG. The dispute centers on a $2 million partnership with prediction market Kalshi.
AI-GENERATEDData Dispute Settled: Massachusetts Gaming Commission Reaches Agreement with Health Institute
The PHAI dropped its lawsuit against the MGC after the commission launched a data portal. Researchers gained access to anonymized player data as of July 2026.
AI-GENERATEDJim Townsend Named New Chair of Michigan Gaming Control Board
Starting August 1, 2026, former legislator Jim Townsend will lead the MGCB, succeeding Jim Ananich for a term lasting through 2028.
AI-GENERATEDUS Regulator Acts Against Six Unlicensed Online Casinos
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has issued cease-and-desist letters to six unlicensed online casinos, part of a broader crackdown on illegal gambling operators in the state.
AI-GENERATEDDraftKings Expands: Multi-State Online Poker Now in Michigan, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey
DraftKings launched online poker in Michigan, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey on July 8, 2026. This allows players in these three US states to play together at virtual poker tables for the first time.
AI-GENERATEDMichigan Stops Kalshi: Court Order Against Unlicensed Gambling
A Michigan court has issued a temporary restraining order against KalshiEX, LLC, prohibiting it from offering sports betting to Michigan residents. Non-compliance carries a daily fine of $120,000.