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Poker is enjoying something of a moment right now. More and more people are starting to play this intriguing game that has ...

DURANT, OKLA. (KXII) - All bets are in as the Choctaw Casino and Resort is hosting the World Series of Poker for the 14th time. The 12-day event started on July 16 and will run through Sunday. The ...

Casinos have always drawn big personalities. Whether it’s a table surrounded by cheering fans or a quiet private room behind ...

A new law could mean bettors lose more money during tax season. Major poker players are calling on Congress to royally flush ...

President Trump's recently signed "One Big Beautiful Bill" has sparked unease among professional poker players and gamblers, ...

A new law includes a provision that could mean bettors pay more during tax season. Major poker players are calling on ...

The 56th edition of the World Series of Poker (WSOP) concluded on July 16, bringing an end to eight weeks of tournament play at Paris Las Vegas and Horseshoe Las Vegas. This year’s series, marked by ...

The World Series of Poker has officially announced Shaun Deeb as the winner of the 2025 WSOP Player of the Year race, taking ...

Displaying a signature mix of aggressive play, unshakable confidence, and well-timed luck, Mizrachi bulldozed his way to the ...

At the end of day 9 of the 2025 World Series of Poker main event, Jeff Platt interviewed overwhelming chip leader Michael ...

Michael Mizrachi left the final table at the World Series of Poker main event as a champion. Mizrachi won the final table at ...