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Nevada Internet gambling bill may alter federal government's position. Following legislative approval of a bill allowing Nevada to become the first state in the nation to offer Internet gambling, Nevada state officials say court challenges could change the federal government's opposing position on online gaming. Also, the linked article discusses New Jersey's attempt to beat Nevada to the punch.Vegas gambles on cyberspace. A US federal government ban on internet gambling has been costing the American gambling industry a huge amount of business.
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News Alert: Nevada lawmakers OK Net betting. The Nevada Legislature approved a bill Monday to allow licensed operators to offer Internet gambling as soon as state regulators can offer "reasonable assurance" that minors and players in jurisdictions where such games are illegal can be excluded. Gov. Kenny Guinn is widely expected to sign the measure, which would make Nevada the first state to authorize online betting.More: Online Gaming Bill Goes to Nevada Governor. A bill that would help bring online gaming to Nevada passed an important hurdle on Monday when the state legislature passed the measure -- once thought to be dead -- and sent it to the governor for consideration.Continuing coverage... We'll continue to follow this important story as events unfold...$46M question: 'Where's the winner?' Lottery jackpot sits unclaimed in N.J.. It's a dubious long shot: A lottery player beats odds of 76,275,360-to-1 to win a $46 million jackpot and then fails to claim it.State looks at MotorCity records. In Detroit, MotorCity Casino is being criticized for lax oversight that might have let more than 20 employees embezzle at least $100,000, Michigan's casino regulator said. It's the first state challenge of a Detroit casino's business practices.Tribe said to want land for casino. Nipmuc Indian leaders intent on opening a world-class gambling casino in Connecticut are negotiating to purchase property along a stretch of Interstate 84 in Sturbridge and Union, Connecticut, according to a tribal leader.
Monday, June 4, 2001
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Michigan Man Wins $150,000 Big Game Prize. Richard Chase of Romulus, Michigan was shocked when he discovered he had matched the first five numbers in the May 22 Big Game drawing to win a $150,000 prize.Michigan Resident Reels in $150,000 Big Game Prize. Harijs Markevics of Bath, Michigan made the catch of the day after matching the first five numbers in the May 25 Big Game drawing to win a $150,000 prize.
The Big Game has made it into the Top 5 jackpots in the United States for the first time since the $90 million jackpot was hit on May 4th. Only 1 day left to play for the $14 million jackpot at PlayBigGame.com! The top 5 jackpots in order are: 1. $37 million, Michigan Millions (drawing Wednesday, June 06, 2001) 2. $25 million, California SuperLotto Plus (drawing Wednesday, June 06, 2001) 3. $18 million, New York Lotto (drawing Wednesday, June 06, 2001) 4. $16 million, Texas Lotto (drawing Wednesday, June 06, 2001) 5. $14 million, The Big Game (drawing Tuesday, June 05, 2001)Andrew N.S. Glazer: Tourneys offer shot at big payoff. This article discusses how casino tournaments work. Then on Friday look for the next article to see how the World Series -- held April 19 through May 18 this year -- came to occupy the summit.Tribes Deal a Tough Hand to California's Card Clubs. Just a decade ago, there were 454 so-called card clubs in California. Today, there are believed to be fewer than 100--partly because the clubs' regular crowd is getting old, partly because government regulations have become too unwieldy for mom-and-pop three-table clubs, and, more recently, because of the widening impact of Native American gambling.
Saturday, June 2, 2001
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Congratulations to John Davis of Jacksonville, Illinois, who won $100 playing The Big Game online at PlayBigGame.com! The winner used a Quick Pick, and matched 3 of the first 5 numbers plus the Big Money Ball for the prize.
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There was no jackpot winner in the Friday drawing, but 1 lucky player from New Jersey matched the first 5 numbers for a $150,000 prize. For the complete rundown of winners by prize category, see the Winning Combinations page.
Friday, June 1, 2001
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Cabbies to invest jackpot until lottery ruling issued. Airport cabbies arguing over how to divide a $49.4 million lottery ticket can agree on one thing: the money should sit in the bank earning interest while the lawsuits drag on. And at 5 percent interest, the winnings would generate about $50,000 per week.
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Time Running Out to Claim $46M. A tiny slip of flimsy paper is still worth $46 million, but it's not worth a cent come midnight June 9.
Don't forget to check back with us tonight at 11:00 PM Eastern Time for the live $11 million Big Game drawing results!
Thursday, May 31, 2001
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How Lotteries Work. Ever wonder why the lump sum payout amount is about half of the actual jackpot amount, or how to calculate the odds of winning the Lotto? This interesting article from HowStuffWorks provides answers to these questions, as well as how the ball-drawing machines work and how much money you could expect to take home if you win.
Wednesday, May 30, 2001
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A Big Game lottery windfall runs out in 10 days. A winning Big Game lottery ticket worth $46 million that was purchased at a Bergen County, New Jersey convenience store a year ago has remained unclaimed for 355 days and won't be worth the paper it's printed on unless the owner comes forward within the next 10 days.
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There was no jackpot winner in the Tuesday drawing, but 3 lucky players matched the first 5 numbers for a $150,000 prize: 1 in New Jersey and 2 in Michigan. For the complete rundown of winners by prize category, see the Winning Combinations page.
Tuesday, May 29, 2001
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New! Check out the new Big Game Gift Shop, where you can get high-quality Big Game gifts for yourself or others. All merchandise is backed by an unconditional 30-day money back guarantee from the manufacturer, but I can tell you you're not going to want to send it back! These unique gifts can't be found anywhere else. When you click over to the Shop, click on an item to see pictures of all sides -- many items (such as shirts and mugs) have pictures on both sides.
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Big Game Drawing Tonight. For those returning from a long weekend, welcome back! Don't forget to get your tickets for the $9 million Big Game drawing tonight. If you want to play online, your order needs to be in by 2:00 PM Eastern Time today at PlayBigGame.com.Cabbies play waiting game for lottery prize. Cabdriver Oheneba Boakye has dipped into savings to pay this month's rent on his Austell apartment -- not what you'd expect from a lottery winner.Jackpot winnings often hit turbulence. The metro Atlanta cab drivers arguing over how to split a $90 million lottery jackpot are following a long tradition of friends and relatives feuding over their winnings.COMPLAINT FOR SHARE OF MAY 4 2001 BIG GAME LOTTERY WINNINGS. The full text of the complaint filed against the winning cab drivers.
Don't forget to check back with us tonight at 11:00 PM Eastern Time for the live $9 million Big Game drawing results!
Saturday, May 26, 2001
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N.C. Senate presents no-lottery budget. In what seems like bad news for North Carolina lottery fans, the N.C. Senate released its proposed state budget Thursday, adding a long-distance telephone tax, cutting the popular "Smart Start" program and leaving out both a state lottery and the statewide pre-kindergarten program it would fund.
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There was no jackpot winner in the Friday drawing, but 4 lucky players matched the first 5 numbers for a $150,000 prize: 1 in New Jersey, 2 in Georgia, and 1 in Michigan. For the complete rundown of winners by prize category, see the Winning Combinations page.
Friday, May 25, 2001
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Riches on hold
for Big Game lottery winners. Says one cab driver: "I don't have a penny in my pocket."Michigan Resident Collects $150,000 Prize in May 1 Big Game Drawing. Joan Grant of Lansing, Michigan was in disbelief when she learned she had matched the first five numbers in the May 1 Big Game drawing to win a $150,000 prize.Shocking $150,000 Big Game Prize. Charles Phillips of Allen Park, Michigan was shocked when he learned he had matched the first five numbers in the May 1 Big Game drawing to win a $150,000 prize.Andrew N.S. Glazer: Emotions high at world series. The 32nd annual World Series of Poker at Binion's Horseshoe in downtown Las Vegas comprises 30 events drawing more than 6,000 entrants, who competed for more than $18,000,000 in prize money.
Don't forget to check back with us tonight at 11:00 PM Eastern Time for the live $7 million Big Game drawing results!
Thursday, May 24, 2001
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Cabbie's Big Game Lottery Lawsuit Diminishes. Nine of 14 Atlanta taxi drivers who sued for a portion of a $90 million Big Game jackpot apparently have settled their dispute with the winners and dropped out of the lawsuit.
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Online Gaming Bill Headed for Vote in Nevada Senate. A bill that would put Nevada on a fast track to become the first state with legalized Internet gambling has passed through one of the state's two legislative chambers and will come up for a vote in the other later this week.Internet Co. Reaches Track Deal. An Internet wagering company reached an agreement with 26 race tracks to offer online gambling to subscribers.
