Colorado State

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

California State

Reuters

(Reuters) - California's Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has digitized 42 million car titles using blockchain technology in a bid to detect fraud and smoothen the title transfer process, the agency's technology partners exclusively told Reuters on Tuesday.

California DMV puts 42 million car titles on blockchain to fight fraud

Camden, NJ

Cornelius, NC

Morristown Minute

CAMDEN, N.J. – Lisa Smith, 61, of Cornelius, North Carolina, has admitted to her role in a fraudulent scheme involving over $3.5 million in Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans. U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced today that Smith pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge Karen M. Williams in Camden federal court on July 17, 2024, to a charge of bank fraud conspiracy.

Woman Pleads Guilty to $3.5M COVID Relief Scam

Fanatics, the fast-growing betting operator with a solid presence across the United States, rejected recent media gossip, suggesting its boss may consider selling his share in the company or that its revenue is expected to dip by more than 10% this year. Two media outlets published investigative stories regarding the...

Revenue Decline Reports Denied by Fanatics, Sell-off Rumors Dismissed

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Rent-a-Center affiliate charged with deception, illegal lending. A consumer finance company affiliated with Rent-A-Center is facing charges that it misled or deceived as many as 5 million of its customers and that it engaged in illegal lending practices.

5 Million Consumers Deceived in Rent-to-Own Lending Scheme

Savannah, GA

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Daily Coffee Press

Newly returned indictments in the Southern District of Georgia include felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution, while additional defendants have been sentenced to federal prison or await further proceedings after pleading guilty to federal gun charges.

Federal Charges in Southern GA: Indictments and Sentences for Firearms and Drug Offenses

Nearly a dozen illegal gambling establishments across Volusia County, Florida, were recently shut down after a large-scale operation led by law enforcement in collaboration with the gambling regulator in the state, the Florida Gaming Control Commission. Volusia Sheriff’s Office confirmed in a statement that on Thursday, law enforcement and representatives...

Police Raids Shut down 11 Illegal Casinos in Volusia County, Florida

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Royal Caribbean’s Utopia of the Seas, a $1.35 billion behemoth of the sea, has recently been introduced to the world since its maiden voyage on July 19th. The ship, boasting nearly 5,700 passengers and a crew of over 2,200, offers an array of amenities designed to cater to multi-generational families on shorter 3- and 4-day itineraries.

Cruise Passengers Not Happy About Feature on World's Newest Mega Ship

The HD Post

CALIFORNIA – Proposition 33, Justice for Renters Act, will be on the California ballot, November 5, for voters to decide on removing a rent control ban. According to Ballotpedia, a "yes" vote repeals the Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act (1995), which will allow cities and counties to limit rent on any housing.

Prop. 33 will allow California voters to decide on removing rent control ban

Texas State

The efforts to get gaming legalized in Texas continued as Las Vegas Sands representatives met with North Texas leaders. The casino and hospitality powerhouse hopes to secure enough support to get resort-style casinos legalized in the state finally. While experts predict that gambling could create as many as 70,000 new...

LVS Remains Bullish on Texas, Meets with Local Leaders

Newark, NJ

Paterson, NJ

NEWARK, N.J. – Jasmine McGregor, 32, and Jhenelle Lewis, 35, both of Paterson, New Jersey, have pleaded guilty to conspiring with a physician to distribute oxycodone, a powerful opioid, without legitimate medical justification. The announcement was made today by U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Paterson Residents Conspired with Physician to Illegally Distribute Opioids

Tupelo, MS

Mississippi News Group

Traci D. Franklin, a 52-year-old resident of Tupelo, was arrested by the Tupelo Police Department on June 28, 2024, following the issuance of a Lee County Circuit Court Capias Warrant.

Tupelo police make arrest on woman for not returning rental property to Best Way

Massachusetts State

Massachusetts lawmakers first pondered the concept of an Internet lottery platform in 2012, but it faced significant resistance. Legislators have consistently opposed online gambling for the past 12 years. However, a recent legislative compromise has finally addressed these lingering concerns, leading to the long-expected legalization of iLottery in Massachusetts. iLottery...

Massachusetts Online Lottery Eyes Q4 2025 Launch

The investment arm of Binance has put new capital into aPriori, a startup that aims to create liquid staking solutions for the Monad blockchain. In a recent announcement, Binance Labs says the investment will assist aPriori in expanding its team and research to optimize the high-performance network for widespread adoption.

Binance Labs Announces New Investment in Liquid Staking Platform on Layer-1 Chain Monad

UnitedHealth Group has abandoned its proposed acquisitions of Stewardship Health Inc. and a related company, following intense scrutiny from the Justice Department’s Antitrust Division. This decision comes amidst growing concerns about the potential impact of these transactions on healthcare quality, costs, and working conditions for medical professionals. Assistant Attorney...

UnitedHealth Group Abandons Two Acquisitions Following Antitrust Division Scrutiny

Las Vegas, NV

Soo Kim, Bally’s chairman and co-founder of Standard General L.P., the company behind the recently announced acquisition, discussed the operator’s post-merger strategy. He noted that the future of casino gaming remains bright despite current market uncertainties. Kim remained adamant that the multibillion-dollar investment was a testament to Standard General’s confidence in the sector’s continued growth.

Bally’s Reaffirms Commitment to Las Vegas amid Ambitious Expansion Plans

Florida State

Uncovering Florida

Most people are guilty of doing it at least once in their lives, many people do it by accident, some do it because they find it fun, and others do it for reasons like honoring loved ones. Regardless of the situation, just about everyone has released a balloon. The difference is that intentionally releasing balloons is now illegal by House Bill 321’s standards.

Law Signed By DeSantis Makes It Illegal To Release Balloons In Florida

During the 10th anniversary year of Love's Financial, the acquisition aligns with the convenience store retailer and travel center operator's plans to grow its financial services business and offerings, the company said. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed. "During a challenging freight market, this acquisition underscores Love's commitment to...

Love's Expands Financial Services Business

Illinois State

Chicago, IL

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Every year, new laws that were passed the prior year go into effect on July 1. In 2024, a number of new laws will begin this Monday. Among them include higher wages for tipped employees, a gas tax increase, and driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.

New Laws July 1: Driver's Licenses for Undocumented Migrants, Raises for Tipped Workers, and More

On Sept. 1, Anita Salvatore will step into the role of North America CEO of Corporate Travel Management (CTM). Her ascension means five of the 10 largest travel agencies in the country will have women in the role of either CEO or president. "We're breaking through the glass ceiling," Salvatore...

Anita Salvatore, new CEO of CTM North America, notches win for women in travel

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Holland Casino Criticized for Money-Laundering Compliance Failures

Tasked with the regulation of gambling, the Dutch Gaming Authority, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), constantly monitors the sector. The regulator often takes action against licensed operators who breach...

Holland Casino Criticized for Money-Laundering Compliance Failures

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