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Like these gamblers in the South Point hotel and casino in Las Vegas, bettors in New Jersey will be able to wager on sporting events beginning this week. (John Locher/AP Photo, file)
Money

With sports betting now legal in New Jersey, here’s what you need to know

Monmouth Park racetrack in Oceanport has announced it will open for sports betting on Thursday at 10:30 a.m., and the governor is expected too place the first wager.

8 years ago

Soccer fans cheer on the U.S. Men's National Team during an international friendly soccer match against Bolivia, Monday, May 28, 2018, at Talen Energy Stadium in Chester, Pa. (Courtesy of American Outlaws)
Community

Being shut out of World Cup stings, but U.S. fans have goal of hosting in 2026

For U.S. soccer fans, not being a part of the world’s most watched sporting event — which occurs only once every four years — is like Santa Claus not showing up on Christmas.

8 years ago

A view of Monmouth Park Racetrack in Oceanport, N.J., Monday, May 14, 2018. The Supreme Court on Monday gave its go-ahead for states to allow gambling on sports across the nation, striking down a federal law that barred betting on football, basketball, baseball and other sports in most states. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Politics & Policy

New Jersey governor signs bill allowing sports betting

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy signed legislation allowing the state's casinos and racetracks to begin taking sports bets.

8 years ago

Bettors wager in the sports book at the South Point hotel and casino in Las Vegas. Now that the U.S. Supreme Court has cleared the way for states to legalize sports betting, Pennsylvania is reviewing applications from facilities that want to offer wagering on sports events. (John Locher/AP Photo)
NewsWorks Tonight
Money

After years in limbo, New Jersey prepares to take its first sports bet

The atmosphere has public officials and gambling houses alike feeling like they just hit the jackpot.

8 years ago

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Philadelphia 76ers President of Basketball Operations Bryan Colangelo speaks with members of the media during a news conference at the NBA basketball team's practice facility in Camden, N.J., Friday, May 11, 2018. (Matt Rourke/AP Photo)
NewsWorks Tonight
Community

76ers say team president Bryan Colangelo has resigned

The team said it had "become clear Bryan's relationship with our team and his ability to lead the 76ers moving forward has been compromised."

8 years ago

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With Center City skyline seen as backdrop the Philadelphia Eagles practice at the NovaCare Complex in South Philadelphia a day after the canceled invite to the Super Bowl Championship celebration at the White House. (Bastiaan Slabbers for WHYY)
Community

‘You aren’t listening:’ Eagles safety Malcolm Jenkins reacts to Trump snub with handwritten signs

For the first time since President Donald Trump disinvited the team from celebrating its Super Bowl win at the White House, the Philadelphia Eagles are opening their practice

8 years ago

Mary Velez, center, her daughter Elen, right, and other Eagles fans sing the team's fight song at a rally for the team at City Hall Tuesday evening a day after President Trump canceled an event at the White House to honor the Super Bowl Champions. (Brad Larrison for WHYY)
Community

A few Eagles faithful flock to show support for team President dissed

A few dozen dedicated Eagles fans rallied outside City Hall Tuesday following President Donald Trump’s decision to cancel the Super Bowl champions’ White House visit.

8 years ago

Gov. John Carney, D-Delaware, places a $10 bet on the Phillies. (Zoe Read/WHYY)
NewsWorks Tonight
Money

Delaware residents, visitors cheer opening day of sports full betting

State officials expect the launch to make a significant contribution to tourism in Delaware — where 17 percent of visitors participate in gaming.

8 years ago

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NewsWorks Tonight
Community

NewsWorks Tonight, June 5, 2018

We hear reactions as the President cancels the Eagles’ Superbowl White House visit. A memorial park is dedicated to commemorate th ...

Air Date: June 5, 2018

Listen 21:52
Eagles center Jason Kelce speaks from a podium while decked out in a Mummers outfit
Community

Eagles fans to White House: ‘No one likes us, we don’t care’

It’s been whirlwind couple of days for Eagles fans — but in true Philly spirit, the city has answered with a resounding “No ...

8 years ago

Philadelphia Eagles' Malcolm Jenkins (27) raises his fist during the playing of the national anthem ahead of an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers, Sunday, Oct. 29, 2017, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)
Radio Times
Politics & Policy

Marcus Hayes on the Trump/Eagles feud

President Trump disinvited the Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles from the customary visit to the White House. Trump issued a statem ...

Air Date: June 5, 2018 10:00 am

Listen 13:44
A sports jersey for Morris Bailey, left, the owner of the Resorts Casino Hotel in Atlantic City, N.J., and another for Jason Robins, CEO and co-founder of DraftKings, adorn a table at the offices of DraftKings, in New York, Friday, June 1, 2018. DraftKings and Resorts Casino tell The Associated Press they signed a deal Friday to offer sports betting in New Jersey. (Richard Drew/AP Photo)
Money

DraftKings, Resorts Casino join on sports bets

DraftKings and Resorts Casino told The Associated Press they signed a deal Friday to offer sports betting in New Jersey.

8 years ago

A sports betting room in Delaware. (Steve Ruark/AP, file)
Money

The wide world of sports betting comes to Delaware Tuesday

Delaware will begin its full-scale sports betting operation Tuesday afternoon at the state’s three casinos.

8 years ago

The expansion includes five new mini-casinos, online betting, gambling at truck stops and airports, and more. (AP)
Money

Pa. takes first steps toward regulating legal sports betting

Lawmakers already legalized sports betting in Pennsylvania last year in anticipation of the court’s decision.

8 years ago

Philadelphia 76ers President of Basketball Operations Bryan Colangelo speaks with members of the media during a news conference at the NBA basketball team's practice facility in Camden, N.J., Friday, May 11, 2018. (Matt Rourke/AP Photo)
Community

76ers investigate critical tweets linked to team president Bryan Colangelo

The Philadelphia 76ers are investigating whether team president Bryan Colangelo used Twitter accounts to anonymously trash some of his own players and fellow executives.

8 years ago

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