Iowa Online Gambling News and Sportsbook Launch Updates

6 Super Bowl Bets For Those Who Just Watch For The Commercials

You don't have to be a football fanatic to place a fun wager before the Super Bowl. Here's some easy-to-follow bets for the casual fan.

Posted on: February 7, 2021 | | Russ Mitchell

Weekend NCAAB Wagers: Plenty Of Tipoffs Before The Kickoff

The Super Bowl will keep sportsbooks busy, but Iowa's Division I mens basketball programs offer bettors six games to wager on this weekend.

Posted on: February 6, 2021 | | Russ Mitchell

Iowa Governor Eases Public Health Mandates Ahead of Super Bowl

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds eases mask and gathering requirements for Iowa businesses, including the state's 19 casinos.

Posted on: February 6, 2021 | | Russ Mitchell

Surprising Nobody, Iowa Sports Betting Handle Smashes Record In First Month Of Online Registration

If the total Iowa sports betting handle for the first month of online registration isn’t enough to give IA lawmakers a sense of “buyer’s remorse” on in-person registration (IPR), nothing will. The nearly $150 million wagered in January 2021 not only smashed the previous record for handle in a month but was a massive spike […]

Posted on: February 5, 2021 | | Derek Helling

Iowa Favored In Top 10 Showdown Vs. Buckeyes

Iowa is a 5.5-point favorite tonight in a top 10 showdown that could have Big Ten and NCAA Tournament implications. No. 7 Ohio State (14-4, 8-4) faces the No. 8 Hawkeyes at 6 tonight. The game will be carried on ESPN. Iowa (13-4, 7-3) has a nine-game home winning streak against AP top 25 teams. […]

Posted on: February 4, 2021 | | Russ Mitchell

Could Legal Sports Betting Be On Nebraska’s Horizon?

NE Legislature's General Affairs Committee discussed details of legalized casino gambling, including Nebraska sports betting.

Posted on: February 3, 2021 | | Russ Mitchell

Michigan State Vs. Iowa Odds: Hawkeyes Favored As Busy Stretch Of Games Continues

No. 8 Iowa is favored tonight as the Hawkeyes try to end a two-game losing streak and stay in the Big 10 Conference championship hunt. Michigan State (8-6, 2-6) comes to Carver-Hawkeye Arena tonight for a 6 p.m. tip. Iowa has won 22 of its last 24 games at home dating back to last season. […]

Posted on: February 2, 2021 | | Russ Mitchell

Drake Cracks Top 25, Favored Monday Vs. Illinois St.

Drake made its top 25 debut and are favorites tonight facing Illinois State. The Bulldogs are one of three undefeated teams in the US. Here are the odds.

Posted on: February 1, 2021 | | Russ Mitchell

Underdogs No More: Favored Drake Hopes To Continue Undefeated Run

Drake is a prohibitive favorite Sunday when they host Illinois State. Here are the live odds from several legal online sportsbooks in Iowa.

Posted on: January 31, 2021 | | Russ Mitchell

Barstool Sportsbook Looks To Take A Seat At Iowa Sports Betting Table

The menu of online sportsbooks in Iowa could be on the verge of expanding further. Barstool Sportsbook is looking to expand its partnership with Ameristar Casino Council Bluffs for its first online foothold in the state. Iowa Racing & Gaming Commission (IRGC) Administrator Brian Ohorilko said he first became aware of Ameristar’s interest in a […]

Posted on: January 30, 2021 | | Russ Mitchell