Mary Beth Thomas of the Secretary of State's Office will head agency overseeing sports betting
Jill Dorson
Jill has covered everything from steeplechase to the NFL and then some during a more than 30-year career in sports journalism. The highlight of her career was covering Oakland Raiders during the Charles Woodson/Jon Gruden era, including the infamous “Snow Bowl” and the Raiders’ 2003 trip to Super Bowl XXXVII. Her specialty these days is covering sports betting legislation across the country.
Jill Dorson
Jill has covered everything from steeplechase to the NFL and then some during a more than 30-year career in sports journalism. The highlight of her career was covering Oakland Raiders during the Charles Woodson/Jon Gruden era, including the infamous “Snow Bowl” and the Raiders’ 2003 trip to Super Bowl XXXVII. Her specialty these days is covering sports betting legislation across the country.
- Oct 13, 2021 /
- Legislation, Sports
A constitutional amendment would be needed to legalize, which seems a likely topic of debate in 2022
- Oct 4, 2021 /
- Sports
Company plans to add 500 slots-style historical horse racing machines in downtown Louisville
- Sep 17, 2021 /
- Sports
SpaceX Commander Jared Isaacman made the first bet from space via proxy at Vegas' MGM Grand
- May 12, 2021 /
- Industry
Citing a heavy workload, TELC Chair Susan Lanigan announced her resignation Wednesday. The TELC also said it's reviewing five sports betting operator applications.
- Apr 14, 2021 /
- Legislation
Legislation that failed earlier in the session gets second life. Nine casino and sportsbook sites would be allowed throughout state.
- Mar 23, 2021 /
- Legislation
Lawmakers hear from problem gambling expert, who offered 'grave concerns' about putting flex loans and sports betting in same building.
- Nov 30, 2020 /
- Legal
BetMGM claims Tennessee Action 24/7 has infringed on its 'mark' but using the phrase 'The Real King of Sportsbooks' in advertising.
- Oct 28, 2020 /
- Lottery
Three operators have filed applications, and should be the next group considered after TEL launches four operators on Sunday.
- Oct 6, 2020 /
- Industry
Tennessee-based platform promises to set itself apart with standout customer service and local and regional parlay options.
