More than $72 million already spent in midterm elections by sports betting industry
Online sports betting companies are starting to become a major player in the 2026 midterm elections. Recent estimates have bettors pouring in more than $72 million into races across the country as the emerging trend from prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket are bringing in fresh competition and scrutiny to online betting.
Online sports betting companies are starting to become a major player in the 2026 midterm elections. Recent estimates have bettors pouring in more than $72 million into races across the country as the emerging trend from prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket are bringing in fresh competition and scrutiny to online betting.
1 in 5 Arizonans face gambling issues as state sports wagering rises, new data shows
One in five Arizonans are experiencing gambling-related problems in fiscal year 2025-26, a rate similar to fiscal year 2022-23 according to data from the Arizona Division of Problem Gambling.
One in five Arizonans are experiencing gambling-related problems in fiscal year 2025-26, a rate similar to fiscal year 2022-23 according to data from the Arizona Division of Problem Gambling.
Arizona gambling problems, sports betting rise
New data shows 20% of Arizonans face gambling-related issues, as more Americans reportedly put more money into sports gambling than industries like music, movies, and books combined. FOX 10's Andrew Christiansen reports.
New data shows 20% of Arizonans face gambling-related issues, as more Americans reportedly put more money into sports gambling than industries like music, movies, and books combined. FOX 10's Andrew Christiansen reports.
Inside look at Goodyear gambling recovery home
The Algamus Recovery Centers residential program in Goodyear addresses the rise of sports gambling addiction. FOX 10's Nicole Krasean learns more about the facility using specialized therapies to help high-profile athletes and online players.
The Algamus Recovery Centers residential program in Goodyear addresses the rise of sports gambling addiction. FOX 10's Nicole Krasean learns more about the facility using specialized therapies to help high-profile athletes and online players.
Arizona gambling rehab facility highlights treatment trends amid Brendan Sorsby scandal
FOX 10 visited Algamus Recovery Centers in Goodyear, reportedly tied to former Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby's treatment, which provides specialized residential programs targeting online sports betting addictions among young adults.
FOX 10 visited Algamus Recovery Centers in Goodyear, reportedly tied to former Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby's treatment, which provides specialized residential programs targeting online sports betting addictions among young adults.
Senate quietly bans lawmakers from betting on prediction markets
Senators can no longer use insider information to profit on emerging prediction market platforms.
Senators can no longer use insider information to profit on emerging prediction market platforms.
Former NBA player Damon Jones pleads guilty in NBA gambling case
Damon Jones on Tuesday was the first person to plead guilty in a gambling probe that resulted in the arrests of over 30 individuals, including mobsters and basketball figures.
Damon Jones on Tuesday was the first person to plead guilty in a gambling probe that resulted in the arrests of over 30 individuals, including mobsters and basketball figures.
Terry Rozier facing more federal charges in NBA gambling scheme
Terry Rozier is facing additional charges connected to an NBA gambling investigation. Last year, Rozier was arrested after he was accused in a scheme of exploiting sensitive information about players to win bets on NBA games.
Terry Rozier is facing additional charges connected to an NBA gambling investigation. Last year, Rozier was arrested after he was accused in a scheme of exploiting sensitive information about players to win bets on NBA games.
Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby seeks treatment for gambling addiction
Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby is taking an indefinite leave of absence to enter a treatment program for a gambling addiction.
Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby is taking an indefinite leave of absence to enter a treatment program for a gambling addiction.
Prediction market Kalshi reveals new insider trading rules
Prediction market Kalshi revealed new steps aimed at curbing insider trading and market manipulation on its platform.
Prediction market Kalshi revealed new steps aimed at curbing insider trading and market manipulation on its platform.
Arizona sports betting hits record $967M in October 2025
Sports betting in Arizona reached record-breaking heights in October, with bettors placing nearly $1 billion in wagers.
Sports betting in Arizona reached record-breaking heights in October, with bettors placing nearly $1 billion in wagers.
Sports betting is delivering major cash for states — see what states are cashing in
Several states have seen huge tax revenues from sports betting, according to a recent analysis.
Several states have seen huge tax revenues from sports betting, according to a recent analysis.
Royal Caribbean passenger accused of jumping overboard to dodge vacation gambling debt
A man accused of owing a cruise line nearly $17,000 in gambling debt allegedly jumped off a ship to avoid paying.
A man accused of owing a cruise line nearly $17,000 in gambling debt allegedly jumped off a ship to avoid paying.
Arizona State Poker Championship underway in Scottsdale
The 19th Annual Arizona State Poker Championship is underway at Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale. The winner will walk away with $500,000.
The 19th Annual Arizona State Poker Championship is underway at Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale. The winner will walk away with $500,000.
Chandler man wins $1 million jackpot on Wheel of Fortune slot machine at Gila River Casino Santan Mountain
A man from Chandler won a $1 million jackpot on a slot machine at Gila River Casino - Santan Mountain.
A man from Chandler won a $1 million jackpot on a slot machine at Gila River Casino - Santan Mountain.
You can bet on the next pope; here's who's currently favored
As the world awaits an official announcement of who will be the next pontiff, here's who the oddsmakers favor to replace Pope Francis.
As the world awaits an official announcement of who will be the next pontiff, here's who the oddsmakers favor to replace Pope Francis.
Advocacy group wants responsible approach to betting
The American Gaming Association published it's "Five Pillars" of responsible gaming while the popular activity has seen a rise with legalized sports betting available in more and more states.
The American Gaming Association published it's "Five Pillars" of responsible gaming while the popular activity has seen a rise with legalized sports betting available in more and more states.
'Fighting demons': Sports betting surge in AZ breaks records, demand for addiction services increases
Sports betting in Arizona has generated $112 million in tax revenue while bettors have placed $22 billion in wagers as calls to the state's gambling helpline are on the rise.
Sports betting in Arizona has generated $112 million in tax revenue while bettors have placed $22 billion in wagers as calls to the state's gambling helpline are on the rise.
Sports betting boom fuels need for addiction services
Arizona's record breaking sports betting take is fueling demand for addiction services as more individuals seek help to combat gambling-related issues and regain control. FOX 10's Justin Lum has the story.
Arizona's record breaking sports betting take is fueling demand for addiction services as more individuals seek help to combat gambling-related issues and regain control. FOX 10's Justin Lum has the story.
Mega Millions jackpot grows past $600 million
Phoenicians share what they would do if they win the $619 million Mega Millions lottery jackpot.
Phoenicians share what they would do if they win the $619 million Mega Millions lottery jackpot.