Mezzo Parks

Mezzo Parks is one of the newer contributors here at SportsBetting.Legal. She works part-time developing news stories and curating content for our social media platforms. Mezzo has an educational background in writing and editing for digital media projects. While she continues on her path to finishing her undergraduate degree, she is honing her research and journalism skills alongside other seasoned writers at SBL. More than just enjoying athletics, Mezzo is fascinated by the whole of the industry and how sports betting can prop up an economy. Keeping up with domestic sports betting legislation has been one of her favorite tasks, as she weaves through the intricacies of lawmaking in America. When Mezzo isn’t cranking out content for work or school, she likes to spend her time cooking and listening to new music. For a brief period, she was even a disc jockey at a local alternative radio station. While she leans heavily towards fuzzy punk bands, she has the palette to listen to a bit of everything. This inclination towards diversity is one of the reasons she was invited to join the team.

Depp v. Heard Odds Arrive At Legal Online Sportsbooks For Trial’s Final Testimonies 

Amber Heard Odds show that Johnny Depp is favored to win his defamation case against her.

The latest Depp v. Heard odds have made their way to the betting sites that top our legal online sportsbook reviews as the star-studded trial moves into its final week of testimony.  For those who have somehow missed the buzz, Johnny Depp is suing his ex-partner for $50 million over claims of defamation. Amber Heard … Read more

Minnesota Senate To Make One Last Push For Legal Online Sports Betting

Minnesota legal sports betting fan flexes muscles

North Star State lawmakers are pursuing a last-ditch effort to authorize Minnesota legal online sports betting operations before the end of the state’s legislative session. Last week, in a surprising turn of events, Minnesota’s House voted to pass HF778 with a 13-member majority. Amended Legal Betting Bill Gets Traction And while most did not expect … Read more

North Carolina Sports Betting Legislation Remains Priority In The Upcoming Session

NC sports betting bills

Raleigh sports betting fans can look forward to placing their wagers soon. In anticipation of the upcoming state legislative session, North Carolina lawmakers are gearing up to push for domestic sportsbook authorization. Bringing Back Old Legislation Having already passed a Senate gambling bill the year prior, North Carolina is miles ahead of other prospective legal … Read more

Missouri Sports Betting Teeters On The Brink Of Legalization, Will It Pass?

Video sports betting Missouri

With only four days left before the legislative chambers adjourn this year’s session, Missouri lawmakers are scrambling to pass HB2502. The bill aims to authorize legal Missouri sports betting across digital and in-person platforms. Senate Deliberates MO Sports Betting Despite passing through the House with flying colors back in March, the state sports betting bill … Read more

Arizona Legal Sports Betting Handle Takes A Tumble In February

Arizona sports betting revenue

Since its September 2021 launch, Arizonans have relished the freedom to enjoy state-licensed online sportsbook options. In doing so, locals have wagered more than $2 billion. All-in-all legal Arizona sports betting has been a massive success. Arizona’s Handle Falls In February However, the ebbs and flow of consumer trends seem to have started taking effect, … Read more

Maine Legal Sports Betting Officially Signed Into Law; What Happened And What’s Next?

Maine Governor Janet Mills

After many years of campaigns and discussions, state-licensed sportsbook options are making their way to Maine— indicating a massive win for bettors and prospective operators alike. The news arrived on Monday when Gov. Janet Mills signed off on LD585. Her signature provided the green light gaming officials needed to initiate rulemaking and licensing procedures for … Read more