sports wagering

The first legal sports wager in Louisiana was a seven-team parlay and it was placed by former Saints standout Joe Horn.

Paragon Casino Resort in Marksville has partnered with Betfred Sports and as of 3:00 pm this afternoon, sports and gaming enthusiasts will be able to place their first bets.

Those wanting to make a legal sports wager in Louisiana will have to wait just a little bit longer, here's why.

Casinos and racetracks may apply for sports wagering permits beginning Monday. Here's when we think you'll be able to place your first legal wagers in the state.

Election results for sports wagering in Acadiana.

It appears likely that Louisiana voters will get the chance to approve or disapprove sports wagering as a ballot initiative this Fall.

Where is the money going? All you have to do is ask what did the Louisiana Legislature not do in the last session.

Some legislators are concerned that special interest groups could derail the legislation that would legalize sports wagering in the state.

The debate on legalized sports wagering in Louisiana has cleared the House Criminal Justice Committee.

The legislation modeled after Mississippi's sports wagering laws will no move to the House for further debate.