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Washington Jurisdiction News
Kindred Group continues its North American retail expansion
20 Apr 2023
Kindred launches a sportsbook at the Swinomish Casino & Lodge in Anacortes, Washington.
Maverick Gaming loses its Washington tribal sports wagering lawsuit
22 Feb 2023
The operator was challenging the state law that allows sports betting, but limits bets to those placed at casinos owned by tribal nations.
Commerical gaming in Washington will not be part of initial reopening phase
1 May 2020
Washington Governor Jay Inslee announced Phase 1 of his re-opening plan and it won't include commercial casinos, card rooms, bingo halls and off-track betting facilities.
Washington considering a pair of sports betting bills
18 Jan 2020
The two bills filed earlier this week have received support from the largest licensed card room operator in Washington and include tribal sports betting.
Yakama Nation Legends Casino celebrates 20th anniversary
10 May 2018
At the Toppenish, WA casino, gaming guests will enjoy the opportunity to earn entries to win a Subaru WRX STI, and luggage will be given away every Tuesday for players club members who earn 20 points on the day of the giveaway.
PPA advocates for iGaming regulation before Washington State Senate
18 Jan 2017
Executive Director of the Poker Players Alliance says state regulation would put Washington in control of internet gaming by corralling the unregulated market and turning it into a state-based industry that is safe and accountable.
Ten states that should have online gaming
6 May 2013
With Ultimate Poker -- licensed and regulated by Nevada -- now open for real-money business, Casino City's Aaron Todd surveys the landscape and identifies 10 states that should have online gaming.
Perspectives Weekly: Nevada regulates interstate poker
27 Feb 2013
The state of Nevada beats New Jersey to the punch and regulated full interstate online gambling! What are the implications of this for the rest of the United States? Also, updates from New Jersey and Washington State.
Virtual casino on Facebook is just for fun
16 May 2011
DoubleDown Interactive's Facebook casino offering just surpassed 1.2 million monthly users on Facebook. It's all legal, and more important, it's profitable.
Washington Supreme Court rules against Betcha.com
3 Sep 2010
The Washingon Supreme Court ruled in a unanimous decision that Betcha.com and its founder Nick Jenkins operated as an illegal bookmaker.
Appeals court says no to online poker
24 Mar 2009
News brief: A lawyer's campaign to legalize online poker in the state of Washington took a hit on Monday after a state appeals court rejected his arguments.
Poker club plays last hand
27 May 2008
News Brief: After 46 years, The 'Puget Sound Probability and Chowder Society', a monthly poker club has seen its last hand played.
WTO internet gambling ruling could require U.S. to pay $100 billion in trade compensation penalties
26 Sep 2007
International trade policy and Internet gambling experts spoke today about the need for the U.S. to quickly resolve the trade dispute around Internet gambling, as it could result in penalties in excess of $100 billion.
Online gambling activists fighting back in Washington
1 Aug 2007
The state of Washington has become a focal point in the fight against criminalizing online gambling. One online player is suing the state for making Internet gambling a felony. Another is arguing that his betting exchange is legal.
Tribes oppose bingo machine changes
14 Dec 2006
ews Brief: American Indian tribes are awaiting a decision on possible changes to video bingo machines that may lead to million-dollar losses in casino revenues.
Washington ticket wins Mega Million jackpot
18 Oct 2006
One ticket matched all six Mega
Millions numbers and now players are checking their tickets to see who won the estimated $55 million jackpot.
Washington Lottery Winner Still Missing
20 Jun 2006
News Brief: Somewhere in a wallet, in a purse, or maybe in a Dumpster, lies a Washington lottery ticket worth $6.3 million.
Internet Wagering Becomes A Felony in Washington State
7 Jun 2006
Effective today, June 7, 2006, placing a bet over the Internet on an on-line casino is a felony in Washington State, with penalties potentially…
Dealer Puts New Twist on Games
18 Aug 2005
News Brief: Warren Montney has put a Texas Hold'em twist on blackjack, and he's hoping it's a winning hand for casinos and customers.
GTECH, Washington Lottery Receives Award
17 Dec 2004
GTECH Holdings Corporation was recognized for its work with Washington's Lottery and Safeway at the Governor's Awards for Quality and Performance on November 29 at St. Martin's Worthington Center in Lacey, Washington.
Do Choices Matter on the Slots in the State of Washington?
25 Apr 2004
Slot Expert John Robison answers your slot and video poker questions.
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