Football fans are getting ready for the upcoming season, and those hoping to bet on games are consulting their favorite Super Bowl betting websites to learn about their wagering options. There are several ways one can bet on football games. Here are four of the most common types of football bets. Betting straight-up remains popular. In this type of bet, only one question counts: Did your team win the game? For example, if you bet […]
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4 Reasons Why Online Betting is Growing in Popularity
As an amusement, and as a potential source of state government revenue, online betting is becoming more popular with Americans. The gaming industry that once focused on places like Las Vegas, Atlantic City, and selected Native American tribal homes is now becoming more mainstream and accessible. But online betting does not focus solely on casino games such as blackjack, craps, roulette, and slots. It also focuses on sports gambling. Many websites provide helpful overviews of […]
Police Raid Katy Star Convenience Store, Seize Gambling Devices and Cash
By George Slaughter Officers with the Katy Police Department and the Harris County Precinct 5 Constable’s Office seized five eight-liner gambling devices, and over $100,000 in cash, following a raid of the Katy Star convenience store Wednesday night. Police said the devices and cash were part of an illegal gambling operation that took place at the store, 5710 Highway Blvd. Police said the eight-liner gambling devices were hidden behind beverage coolers in a back corner […]