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Senator Addabbo says keeping the legalization of online casinos out of the budget leaves New York without better funding to address problem gambling.

Sen Addabbo: Not Legalizing NY Online Casinos Fails New Yorkers

Senator says keeping the legalization of online casinos out of the budget leaves New York without better funding to address problem gambling.

Posted on: February 2, 2023 | | Matt Boecker

Woman Faces Up To 4 Years In Prison After Stealing $1 Million NY Lottery Scratch-Off

A Texas woman pleaded guilty to stealing a New York Lottery scratch-off ticket worth $1 million and now faces up to four years in prison.

Posted on: February 1, 2023 | | Matt Boecker

Estimates Show Not Legalizing New York Online Casinos Costing State $4 Billion

Tuesday's New York's Senate Standing Committee on Racing, Gaming and Wagering meeting addressed the pros of legalizing online casinos.

Posted on: January 31, 2023 | | Matt Boecker

NYRA Spring Slate Features Major Changes For NY Horse Racing Circuit

The New York Racing Association released the 2023 spring and summer NY horse racing schedule with some noteworthy changes, including the Belmont Stakes.

Posted on: January 31, 2023 | | Dave Champagne

NY Sports Betting 2023 Super Bowl 57 Handle Revenue Projections

New York Sports Betting Could Take In Second-Most Handle For 2023 Super Bowl

Legal sportsbooks could take in over $1 billion in bets for the 2023 Super Bowl. According to PlayNY projections, New York could rank second with over $150 million.

Posted on: January 30, 2023 | | Grant Lucas

Sands: ‘Amazing Opportunity’ Awaits For Potential NY Casino On Long Island

In a recent earnings call, Las Vegas Sands CEO Rob Goldstein called building a New York casino on Long Island an "extraordinary and unique opportunity."

Posted on: January 26, 2023 | | Grant Lucas

Vornado Throws Hat Into Downstate NY Casino Ring With Project Near MSG

With Vornado Realty and Las Vegas Sands announcing interest in licensing, we take a look at all the known proposals for the three New York casino licenses.

Posted on: January 26, 2023 | | Grant Lucas