Reginald Lively gets life without parole for murdering neighbor. Victim John Hall III stabbed 88 times after casino win. Convicted killer previously served time for two similar murders. A Baltimore man who bludgeoned and stabbed a casino-goer 88 times was described…
Jacks or Better video poker has become legendary for giving gamblers a fighting chance against the casino. Since it was approved by the the Nevada Gaming Commission (1979-1980) mathematicians and gamblers united to “beat the system.” They came close. Playing with a perfect strategy the … Read more
The NBA’s Gambling Scandal Discovered By FBI Investigating the Jontay Porter By The Mystic Gambler | October 25, 2025 In the high-stakes world of professional basketball, where every bounce of the ball can swing fortunes, the line between game and gamble has always been perilously … Read more
If you’ve ever sat down at a video keno machine, you know the thrill of watching those numbers light up, hoping for that magical moment when your picks align perfectly. But with so many options—4-spots, 5-spots, 7-spots, and beyond—how do you choose the right one? … Read more
Missed Hands in Jacks or Better Video Poker Can Hurt Let’s say you’ve mastered the basics. You know that video poker is the real deal and you’ve studied the 9/6 Jacks or Better strategy. You know it cold. Your strategy chart is dog-eared from use. … Read more
Outfit-connected burglary suspects include Casey Szaflarski and Paul Koroluk Kane County charges follow 2012 federal conviction for illegal gambling Prosecutors say burglary crew stole cash and jewelry from restaurateur A man once pegged as the Chicago Outfit’s video gambling “kingpin” has…
Pritzker reveals blackjack as his Las Vegas game of choice Governor donates $1.425 million in casino winnings to charity Tax returns show tripled income for the billionaire Democrat Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker won $1.425 million gambling last year, according to his…