Current Events

Israel launches surprise airstrikes in Gaza, resulting in over 410 deaths and hundreds of injuries. Federal judge requests explanation from Justice Department on deportations. U.S. Institute of Peace experiences takeover by Department of Government Efficiency members. March Madness begins with estimated $3.1 billion in legal gambling. American Psychological Association releases guide on managing teen screen time.

Pete Rose's Hall of Fame Chances

Former MLB manager Buck Showalter discusses Pete Rose's Hall of Fame chances and the impact of betting on your own team on managerial decisions.

Former New York Detective Convicted of Lying to FBI for Mafia Involvement

Former New York detective convicted of lying to the FBI for working with a mafia family in Long Island, fueling a mini-mob war. He was acquitted of obstruction of justice. The case involved mafia rivalry and illegal gambling operations.

Pete Rose's Hall of Fame Induction and Pardon

Former sportscaster John Condit shares clips from his interview with Pete Rose days before his death as President Donald Trump plans to posthumously pardon the baseball all-star. Rose discusses his Hall of Fame chances and his banishment from MLB due to gambling. Trump announces a complete pardon for Rose on Truth Social.

MLB Commissioner Considering Removing Pete Rose from Banned List

Former MLB star Will Clark discusses Pete Rose on OutKick's 'The Ricky Cobb Show'. MLB Commissioner considering removing Pete Rose from banned list after his death. President Donald Trump plans to posthumously pardon Rose.

Pete Rose's Pardon by President Trump

President Donald Trump announced he will be signing a complete pardon for MLB's all-time hit king, Pete Rose, who was banned from baseball in 1989 for gambling. Trump criticized MLB for not including Rose in the Hall of Fame despite his accomplishments.

Fresno State Men's Basketball Players Involved in Gambling Scandal

Three Fresno State men’s basketball players, including junior forward Mykell Robinson and guards Jalen Weaver and Zaon Collins, were involved in gambling on games they played. Robinson has been removed from the team, while Weaver and Collins have been suspended. NCAA rules prohibit such activities, leading to chaos for the team.

Scratch Lottery Tickets

Americans spend more on scratch lottery tickets per year than on pizza or Coca-Cola products. The popularity of scratch lotteries has grown rapidly in the past fifty years, starting in Massachusetts, where adults spend an average of $1,037 per year on lottery tickets, mostly scratch tickets.

Jontay Porter's Gambling Scandal and Guilty Plea

Jontay Porter pleads guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud related to gambling scheme, facing over four years in jail. He disclosed confidential information to sports bettors and bet on games in violation of NBA rules, leading to a lifetime ban.

Major League Baseball Bans Tucupita Marcano for Betting on Baseball

Major League Baseball permanently bans Tucupita Marcano for betting on baseball, including games involving the Pittsburgh Pirates when he was with the team. Several other players also face bans for betting on baseball.

MLB Gambling Scandal

San Diego Padres infielder Tucupita Marcano was banned from baseball for life for betting on the sport, along with four other players receiving one-year suspensions. The scandal is the biggest in decades and involves a total of five players.

Alabama Gambling Bill Failure

Alabama lawmakers express disappointment as gambling bill fails to pass, continuing a 25-year stalemate on the issue. Efforts to allow lottery, sports betting, and casinos with slot machines and table games were unsuccessful in the Senate.

Ippei Mizuhara's Guilty Plea on Bank Fraud Charges

Former interpreter for Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani, Ippei Mizuhara, expected to enter guilty plea on bank fraud and false tax return charges. Mizuhara accused of embezzling millions to cover gambling debts. Federal authorities discovered $17 million stolen. Mizuhara to pay full restitution to Ohtani. Ohtani denies involvement in sports betting scandal.

NBA Gambling Scandal

The NBA is discussing changes to prop bet menus with sportsbooks after Jontay Porter received a lifetime ban for disclosing confidential information to bettors and betting on games.

NBA Bans Jontay Porter for Gambling Violations

NBA bans Toronto Raptors player Jontay Porter for gambling violations, including passing on confidential information to bettors and influencing wagers with fake illness claims. Porter placed multiple bets on NBA games, profiting nearly $22,000. The league emphasizes the importance of upholding integrity in sports.

NBA ban and Columbia University's president appearance before congressional committee

Toronto Raptors forward Jontay Porter is banned from the NBA for life for allegedly betting on games and passing on information to gamblers. Columbia University's president to appear before a congressional committee over questions of antisemitism and the school's response to conflicts on campus over the Israel-Hamas war.

NBA player banned for life and Israeli-Iran conflict

Toronto Raptors forward Jontay Porter banned from NBA for life for alleged gambling activities. Israeli war cabinet meets to discuss response after Iran's aerial attack.

Shohei Ohtani and his former interpreter's gambling scandal

Shohei Ohtani denies betting on baseball but accuses his former interpreter of stealing money to gamble. A.J. Pierzynski questions the story and MLB is investigating.

Sports and News Update

Summary of NCAA Men's and Women's Basketball Tournament updates, MLB gambling scandal, and Fox News updates.

Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter accused of theft and lies

Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter is accused of stealing money from his account and lying about it, leading to an ongoing investigation by the IRS and MLB.

Bruno Mars' Gambling Debt to MGM Grand Casino

Singer Bruno Mars reportedly owes $50 million in gambling-related debt to the MGM Grand casino in Las Vegas. Despite making $90 million a year through a deal with the casino, most of it goes back to pay off his debts. He has an estimated net worth of $175 million and resides in Las Vegas with free room and board but reportedly does not take home any money while living there. The MGM is investing more in Mars with new projects at their properties.

Embezzlement Scandal Involving Former Jacksonville Jaguars Employee

Former Jacksonville Jaguars employee accused of embezzling $22 million to fund a 'life of luxury' including extravagant expenditures like purchasing Tiger Woods' putter and private air travel. He used most of the misappropriated funds to subsidize gambling losses.