Play Responsibly

As lottery apps add more features, the line between traditional draw games and online gambling grows thinner.

Retail data shows debit card payments already boosted sales, so could kiosks take that growth even further?

The Show Me State's convenience store slot machine boom has lawmakers divided on what to do next.

In an exclusive interview, Illinois Lottery Director Harold Mays reveals his 2026 plans and what's next for players.

In this exclusive interview, NCPG Executive Director Heather Maurer shares the push for a national safety net.

New bills, bigger platforms, and fresh debates are reshaping how players join in.

Lawmakers say the lottery overstepped. The governor may hand them a veto anyway.

From spotting bots to flagging unusual play, new tools could reshape how lotteries monitor games.

The rise of installment apps is changing spending habits. Is this next for state lotteries?

Video lottery terminals are fueling a 9.6% global growth forecast. See how they help raise state funds.

Experts say screenings may help detect addiction as betting participation surges across the U.S.

From long shots to record-breaking rollovers, I watched the numbers rise. Was belief enough to change my luck?

One Assembly chair wants SUNY researchers digging into how apps, alerts, and 24/7 access affect players.

These states offer the highest standards of responsible lottery play.

Investigators say the driver walked inside like it was just another stop — ice machine damage and all.

First comes love. Then comes the lottery. Next come the lawsuits.

U.S. lotteries preach responsible gifting but still market holiday tickets hard. Finland chose a different path.

The defendant admitted stealing from friends and clients, visiting the same store almost every day.

These lottery scammers stole a combined $9.5 million from their victims, which included the Indiana Lottery.

First in our series: The Math Behind Powerball exposes the probabilities hiding beneath the jackpot hype.

Supporters say age checks and convenience could boost sales without compromising safeguards.

States near lottery-free neighbors push tickets hard. Is this fair play or clever profit chasing?

A spreadsheet helped one player win fast, but the real story may be why systems feel so powerful.

Lottery winner lists tap into something deeper than odds, the human urge to find signs.

Chasing losses, trusting streaks, and betting bigger to “catch up” doomed the models every time.

Why 2026 could be the most consequential year in modern lottery history.

Scratch-offs spike every December as shoppers hunt for quick joy, but is the thrill worth it?

Sports betting vs. Lottery. Is this a showdown?

Her father-in-law’s hidden addiction left boxes of tickets, but she turned them into 'Best in Show.'

Blending luck with skill could attract new players, but would it change the game too much?