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Appointment of Final Gaming Facility Location Board Members Allows Licensing Process to Advance

A state regulatory agency is advancing toward issuing casino gaming licenses for downstate New York in 2025

New York’s Online Casino Effort Resumes as Sen. Addabbo Leads the Charge Again

Sen. Joe Addabbo proposed online casino legislation in New York for the fourth straight year on Tuesday, hoping to cross the finish line.

The Coney’s Promise of Community Funding Fails to Win Over Local Committee

The Coney's Promise of Community Funding Fails to Win Over Locals in first step of process. Vote by Brooklyn Community Board to come soon.

Coney Island Casino Backers Promise $200 Million Community Trust to Sweeten Bid

Backers of a casino project called "The Coney" in the popular Brooklyn tourist area have promised $200 million for a community trust.

Caesars Times Square Success Would Earn $10 Million Bonus for Developer’s CEO

If a bid to develop a Caesars-branded casino in New York City’s Times Square proves successful, it would mean a $10 million payday for the CEO of the casino’s real estate partner. The fact that SL Green Realty CEO Marc Holliday could collect such a large bonus if Caesars gets a license to operate the […]

Williams: Economic Development Will Be Biggest Determinant For Downstate New York Casino Licenses

The Executive Director of the New York State Gaming Commission emphasized that potential economic impact will decide downstate casino licenses

Queens Residents and Local Groups Largely Positive on Metropolitan Park Hard Rock Casino Proposal

A land use hearing regarding the proposed Metropolitan Park in Queens mostly featured support for the project.