News Archives - Play Iowa

A winning Mega Millions ticket will expire on Sept. 6. The $1 million winning ticket was purchased in Ames.

Posted on: September 1, 2023 | | Cole Rush

Some worry that responsible gambling would be jeopardized with online casinos in Iowa. Actually, the two can co-exist.

Posted on: August 31, 2023 | | Darren Cooper

As the Iowa sports betting scandal grips college sports, the Big 10 has hired U.S. Integrity to provide more betting education at schools.

Posted on: August 29, 2023 | | Darren Cooper

Iowa casinos will be celebrating the American worker during the Labor Day weekend with special offers, events and promotions.

Posted on: August 25, 2023 | | Dan Holmes

To combat lost gaming revenue to Nebraska and amid a moratorium on new casinos, Iowa casinos are expanding operations and adding games.

Posted on: August 23, 2023 | | Darren Cooper

The IA gambling sting at two of the state's largest universities points to the need for solutions including education among student-athletes.

Posted on: August 21, 2023 | | Cole Rush

July was another dismal month for casino and sports betting revenue in Iowa, with casino adjusted gross revenue down 4.5% from a year ago.

Posted on: August 18, 2023 | | Hill Kerby

The sports betting scandal at two IA universities offers lessons to athletes and all entities involved in the industry across the US.

Posted on: August 16, 2023 | | Hill Kerby

Online casinos in Iowa are not yet legal, but the industry in Michigan shows the benefits Iowa could reap from legalizing them.

Posted on: August 14, 2023 | | Dan Holmes

What the recent deal between Penn and ESPN means for Iowa, as Barstool Sportsbook will soon become ESPN Bet.

Posted on: August 11, 2023 | | Dan Holmes