Michigan Gaming Control Board News

25 Jun 2026
The award follows an expansion of the site designed to connect Michiganders with responsible gaming education and resources, including a new initiative addressing the growing risks of teen gambling exposure.
11 Jun 2026
On 4 June, authorities confiscated 42 slot-style machines, 10 computer-based gambling machines, $8,715 in cash, and 20 gift cards related to illegal gaming activity from the location.
22 May 2026
The MGCB announced the purchase of an additional 100 free Gamban licenses for Michigan residents, following demand for the program since its launch.
27 Apr 2026
Residents may claim a free license, with options ranging from one to five years at no cost.
17 Apr 2026
With this approval, bet365 is authorized to offer internet gaming and internet sports betting on behalf of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians.
8 Apr 2026
The Michigan Gaming Control Board announced that over the past four months it issued cease-and-desist orders to 45 offshore operators that have been unlawfully offering online casino games and sports wagering to Michigan residents.
3 Apr 2026
FanDuel has entered the multi-state poker chat after receiving approval from the Michigan Gaming Control Board.
3 Apr 2026
Evenson currently serves as the Chief Financial Officer of Diversified Members Credit Union. He previously served as Chief Financial Officer at Cornerstone Community Financial.
1 Apr 2026
FanDuel’s new poker platform will utilize the PokerStars brand in Michigan, and MotorCity Casino will serve as the Michigan operator partner for the poker product.
18 Mar 2026
In addition, the new Don’t Regret the Bet campaign was created to raise awareness about responsible gaming and provide clear, stigma-free access to support.
18 Mar 2026
Michigan commercial and tribal operators reported $313.0 million in combined internet gaming gross receipts and online sports betting gross receipts in February, down 12.2% from January 2026.
23 Jan 2026
Michigan had a massive December as its iGaming figures set new records. In addition, we have a new lottery game set to make its debut and it could create many new millionaires.
22 Jan 2026
December iGaming gross receipts totaled $315.8 million, the highest to date. The previous high was $278.5 million recorded in October 2025.
14 Jan 2026
The casinos’ revenue for table games and slots for the month of December 2025 decreased 5.4% when compared to the same month last year.
22 Dec 2025
Gurjinder Singh, involved in an illegal gambling operation at Pfeffer’s Party Store, was sentenced following his guilty plea to the misdemeanor charge of Gambling House Permitting for Gain, a two-year misdemeanor.
3 Dec 2025
The letters were sent after the Michigan Gaming Control Board investigations determined they were offering illegal online casino-style games or sports betting in violation of state law.