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How Upcoming Georgia Primaries Will Impact Expansion of Legal Sports Betting

Results from the Georgia primaries will shed some light on whether lawmakers will be able to expand gambling in the state next year.

Posted on: May 14, 2024 | | Mike Breen

Photo of Alabama/Georgia map with gambling icons on it on a story about Alabama legislators discussing legalizing gaming in 2024.

Alabama Dems Want Gaming. What Impact Would That Have On Georgia?

Georgia lawmakers should be keeping a watch on Alabama as its lawmakers contemplate expanding gaming options in the state.

Posted on: October 26, 2023 | | T.J. McBride

Photo of a new COAM developed by Aristocrat and Skill Master Pro on a story about the new device coming to Georgia.

Aristocrat Gaming Partners With Skill Master Pro To Bring COAMs To Georgia

In Georgia, where no legal gambling exists outside of the Georgia Lottery, there is a lot of activity in the coin operated amusement machine (COAM) industry. With so few ways to scratch the gambling itch, these machines have become incredibly popular at bars, rest stops and other establishments. These machines have become so commonplace that […]

Posted on: October 19, 2023 | | T.J. McBride

Photo of map showing direction Atlanta residents have to travel for casinos.

Looking To Play Slots Or Tables? Check Out These 5 Casinos Closest To Atlanta

While there are no casinos in Georgia, there are several casinos just a few hours away from Atlanta. Here are five of them.

Posted on: October 4, 2023 | | T.J. McBride

A photo of money, handcuffs and a slot machine on story about raid of Georgia illegal gambling.

6 Arrested During Raid In Tift County Suspected Of Illegal Gambling

Georgia law enforcement made six arrests during a raid of a business in Tifton that was allegedly giving out cash payouts from COAMs.

Posted on: September 27, 2023 | | Dan Holmes

Falcons QB Desmond Ridder, for a story on if Georgia could launch sports betting by 2024 NFL season

Could Sports Betting Launch In Georgia By The 2024 NFL Season?

With the kickoff of the regular NFL season, many Georgians are wondering if sports betting will be legal by next year's NFL kickoff.

Posted on: September 19, 2023 | | T.J. McBride

Konami gaming is bringing new COAMs to Georgia.

Konami Partners With Bravery To Bring Gambling-starved Georgia Games

Leading game manufacturer Konami has partnered with Georgia-based game distributor Bravery to bring new games to Georgia.

Posted on: September 7, 2023 | | T.J. McBride

Georgians should not bet on Trump's weight or anything else at offshore sites.

No, Don’t Bet On Trump’s Weight (Or Other Things) At Offshore Sites

Offshore betting sites are offering over/unders on Donald Trump's weight when he's detained in Georgia. Don't take the bait.

Posted on: August 24, 2023 | | Adam Hensley

Charitable gaming in Georgia is low-cost to operators and prizes are limited.

Charitable Gaming In Georgia Is Low-Cost With Strict Limits On Prizes

Besides the Georgia Lottery, charitable gaming is the only legal type of George gambling. Its cost is low and the prizes are limited.

Posted on: August 16, 2023 | | Jarrett Huff

Several obstacles remain before legal gambling can come to Georgia.

Legalizing Georgia Casinos Is Popular With Voters. So What’s The Holdup?

Despite polls showing that most Georgians want legal casinos, multiple hurdles must be cleared in order to put that into law.

Posted on: July 18, 2023 | | Jarrett Huff