With the rise of online betting and prediction markets, states and public health organizations are devoting resources to people who become addicted or develop a problematic habit.

New Jersey authorities charged 14 people in an organized crime sports betting ring led by a Lucchese family member and his relatives in a multimillion-dollar operation.

The Guardians pitcher was taken into custody as part of the ongoing investigation into illegal gambling activities.

Massachusetts lawmakers heard from industry proponents, addiction experts, and public health advocates about several gambling bills moving through the Legislature.

Kevin Love reflected on the growing gambling crisis in professional sports, warning that betting controversies are hurting the sport and distracting from the game.

The NFL says in the memo that it has always banned certain props with its sports betting partners, placing them in four different prohibited wager categories: inherently objectionable, officiating-related, determinable by one person in one play and pre-determined.

NEW YORK — Emmanuel Clase pleaded not guilty Thursday to federal charges that he manipulated his outings for the Cleveland Guardians to allegedly aid two men to win wagers on his pitches.

Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase entered a plea of not guilty to the charges filed by federal prosecutors related to a sports gambling scheme that also involves teammate and starting pitcher Luis Ortiz. Clase flew into New York Nov. 13 and entered his not guilty plea the same day. He had been out of the country.