Gambling
Former Cop Gets 15 Months In Federal Prison
Harold James went from putting criminals behind bars to sitting in the cell next to them Tuesday when he was sentenced to 15 months in federal prison for protecting a sports-betting ring.
Adult Arcades Closing Around State Due To New Internet Cafe Law
The Florida Arcade Association estimates that 150 adult arcades across the state have voluntarily closed their doors since Gov. Rick Scott signed a law last week intended to close all strip-center gaming parlors.
Gov. Scott Signs Internet Cafe Bill
With little fanfare, Gov. Rick Scott has signed a bill that prohibits gaming centers also known as “internet cafes” which will shutdown the industry that critics have likened to “storefront casinos.”
Former Lieutenant Governor Speaks Out About Resignation
Former Florida Lt. Gov. Jennifer Carroll spoke out Thursday about her alleged involvement in an illegal gambling operation.
Fla. Legislature Nears Final Vote To Shut Down Internet Cafés
The state’s Internet cafés are one vote away from being shut down.
Malaysian Casino Operator In ‘Wait & See’ Mode On Gambling In Florida
Genting Americas, the Malaysian casino giant that was at the forefront of a failed push to expand gambling in Florida last year, is proceeding with plans to eventually demolish the historic Miami Herald building on the bank of Biscayne Bay.
Internet Cafe Ban Approved By Final Committee
Legislation that would shutter Internet cafes and possibly senior arcades passed the Senate Rules Committee unanimously Tuesday, and the sponsor said he would push for a vote by the full Senate as soon as Thursday.
Florida House OKs Ban On Internet Cafés
Internet cafes are just one vote away from being outlawed in Florida.
House Moves To Ban Internet Cafes
In the wake of a scandal which prompted the resignation ofthe state’s lieutenant governor, the House is moving full steam ahead on a measure which would ban internet cafes and adult arcades.
Odds Growing Against Internet Cafes As Senate Panel Backs Ban
Florida gambling establishments, commonly known as Internet cafes, took another hit in the Florida Legislature Monday.
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