DraftKings vs Philly in Federal Court | Philadelphia News

Philadelphia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 18, 2026 · 1m

DraftKings is suing Philadelphia in federal court to block a city investigation into its betting practices, arguing the city overstepped its authority under state law. The city, however, is probing whether DraftKings violated new consumer protection rules meant to stop deceptive marketing — including tactics like personalized ads featuring local athletes. DraftKings claims only the state gaming board has jurisdiction and is seeking a court order to avoid handing over sensitive betting data and marketing materials. This legal showdown highlights growing scrutiny of how sports betting companies…