Category Archives: Sports
House passes bill to legalize sports betting in Kentucky
FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Supporters of legalizing sports betting in Kentucky notched a crucial victory Friday, when the state House passed a measure to regulate the wagering and reap tax revenue from the activity.
Lawmakers asked to update student-athlete compensation law
Connecticut lawmakers have been asked to update last year's state law that allows student-athletes to be compensated for their name and likeness in marketing deals and enable them to use their state college or university's logo, mascot or other institu...
US Olympian Alysa Liu, father targeted in Chinese spy case
U.S. Olympic figure skater Alysa Liu and her father Arthur Liu — a former political refugee — were among those targeted in a spying operation that the Justice Department alleges was ordered by the Chinese government, the elder Liu says.
Kentucky bill to legalize sports wagering clears House panel
FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Mounting a late-session push after years of setbacks, supporters of legalizing sports betting in Kentucky won initial backing Wednesday as their measure cleared a House committee.
Critics take aim at legalized sports betting in Minnesota
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Critics of a bill to legalize sports betting in Minnesota warned legislators Tuesday that it would worsen problem gambling and favor tribes over other gaming interests.
EU imposes sanctions on Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich
BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union imposed sanctions Tuesday on Chelsea soccer club owner Roman Abramovich as part of a new package of measures targeting Russia and President Vladimir Putin's close allies.
Russia invasion upends Olympic ‘neutrality’ – if it existed
The International Olympic Committee has always been political, from the sheikhs and royals in its membership to a seat at the United Nations to pushing for peace talks between the Koreas. But Russia's invasion of Ukraine three weeks ago exposed
Bills to allow horse racing bets introduced in S Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A group of lawmakers considering how to support the horse industry in South Carolina is suggesting the state should allow legalized betting on horse races.
After student’s death, lawmakers vote to study sports safety
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — A Connecticut legislative committee has approved a bill calling for a study of youth sports safety including the use of hockey neck guards, in response to the death of a 10th grade hockey player.
Kentucky panel passes ban on older transgender athletes
FRANKFORT, Ky (AP) — A Kentucky House panel advanced legislation Wednesday that would bar transgender girls from participating in school sports that match their gender identity from sixth grade to college.