Jill Dorson, Author at GGB News

Author: Jill Dorson

Jill Dorson has covered everything from steeplechase to the NFL and then some during a more than 30-year career in sports journalism. The highlight of her career was covering Oakland Raiders during the Charles Woodson/Jon Gruden era, including the infamous “Snow Bowl” and the Raiders’ 2003 trip to Super Bowl XXXVII. Her specialty these days is covering sports betting legislation across the country. You can reach Jill at jill@sportsmediaexchange.com

TRIBAL GAMING IN FOCUS

Michigan casino project reaches end of the line, Seneca Niagara workers mull unionization, Mohegan posts FY24 losses and more.

Published January 09, 2025

SPORTS BETTING IN FOCUS

Minnesota hearing lacks industry rep, Flutter succumbs to unfavorable NFL results, Penn continues ESPN Bet sportsbook rebranding and more.

Published January 09, 2025

The Latest on California Tribes’ Lawsuit Against Card Rooms

California’s gaming tribes fought long and hard for their day in court against state card rooms. Now that they’ve gotten it, expect the fight between both sides to be...

Published January 09, 2025

TRIBAL GAMING IN FOCUS

Maverick loses Washington sports betting appeal, Ho-Chunk announces new Nebraska casino, Michigan tribe asks for SCOTUS help and more.

Published December 20, 2024

SPORTS BETTING IN FOCUS

Lawmakers take aim at election betting, ESPN Bet doubles down on ESPN connection, Bally Bet expands to Ontario and more.

Published December 20, 2024

Congressional Committee Bullies Baker, Goes Off the Rails

The much-anticipated federal hearing on sports betting was not very kind to NCAA President Charlie Baker (l.). In fact, it wasn’t very kind to anyone, or productive.

Published December 20, 2024

Bally’s Debuts Integrated Gambling App in NJ and Launches Monopoly Casino

Bally's has launched its integrated sports betting and iGaming Bally Bet platform in New Jersey. The company also rebranded its Virgin Casino app to Monopoly Casino.

Published November 15, 2024

Georgia Lawmakers Fail to Legalize Sports Betting

Sports bettors and industry analysts have had Georgia on their mind for quite some time, but alas, the latest legalization efforts have fallen through once again.

Published April 1, 2024