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South Carolina lawmakers advance casino bill for eligible I-95 counties

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South Carolina lawmakers advanced a bill proposing retail casinos in qualifying rural counties along the I-95 corridor. The House Ways and Means Committee reported the measure favourably, but it still requires further legislative approval and the governor opposes it. Santee Development Corporation owner Wallace Cheves said the proposed Santee casino would be privately funded and cost $1 billion.

The bill could establish a new casino market, but operators would need to await legislative approval and licensing details.

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Washington gambler sues Kalshi over alleged $308,781.62 losses

Scott Bright filed a lawsuit against Kalshi in King County Superior Court, alleging the platform violated Washington's online gambling ban. His complaint says he lost $308,781.62 between 17 June and 14 August 2026; Kalshi has sought dismissal and argues its event contracts are regulated under federal law and that counterparties, not the company, received his losses.

Scott Bright has sued Kalshi in Washington, alleging that its prediction market violated the state's online gambling ban. Kalshi has sought to dismiss the case.

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