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New York Council Approves Zoning Changes for Metropolitan Park Casino Proposal

New York City Council voted to approve zoning changes to Metropolitan Park’s $8 billion development plan, which includes a Hard Rock Casino next to the Mets’ Citi Field. The project has been spearheaded by Mets owner Steve Cohen. The proposal had gained momentum during a December hearing, in which Queens Borough President, Donovan Richards, would […]

Posted on: March 13, 2025 | | Corey Sharp

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Drawn-Out Compact Negotiations Take Their Toll on Upstate Entities, says Sen. George Borrello

New York has been struggling for over a year to reach terms with the Seneca Tribe over casino gaming, and that's taking a toll upstate.

Posted on: March 12, 2025 | | Dan Holmes

World Series of Poker Circuit Returns to Turning Stone Casino This Week

The popular World Series of Poker Circuit is returning to Turning Stone Casino this week, with a series of events beginning March 13.

Posted on: March 10, 2025 | | Dan Holmes

Downstate Casino Community Advisory Committees Will Continue To Include New York City Mayor Eric Adams

Eric Adams’ continued tenure as mayor of New York City preserves his role in determining the future of casinos in downstate New York

Posted on: February 26, 2025 | | Derek Helling

Wynn’s Downstate Casino Bid Lacks Support From Manhattan Borough President

Manhattan borough president Mark Levine has expressed dissatisfaction with Wynn Resorts and Related Companies downstate casino bid.

Posted on: February 21, 2025 | | Corey Sharp

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Assemblyman Jensen Wants to Earmark Hypothetical Future iGaming Revenue to Boost Public School Security

New York Assemblyman Josh Jensen wants potential iGaming tax revenue to be used for school security around the state.

Posted on: February 14, 2025 | | Dan Holmes

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Sierra Club of Long Island Joins the Opposition to Sands’ Proposed Casino at Nassau Coliseum

Proposed Sands Casino at Nassau Coliseum is Opposed by Sierra Club over fears of environmental impact to the area.

Posted on: February 12, 2025 | | Dan Holmes

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Lucchese Crime Family Member Pleads Guilty to Running Illegal New York Gambling Ring

Anthony Villani, a member of the Lucchese Crime Family, pled guilty for running an illegal gambling ring in New York.

Posted on: February 4, 2025 | | J.R. Duren

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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

Posted on: January 30, 2025 | | Dan Holmes

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.

Posted on: January 22, 2025 | | Corey Sharp

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New York Council Approves Zoning Changes for Metropolitan Park Casino Proposal

Drawn-Out Compact Negotiations Take Their Toll on Upstate Entities, says Sen. George Borrello

World Series of Poker Circuit Returns to Turning Stone Casino This Week

Downstate Casino Community Advisory Committees Will Continue To Include New York City Mayor Eric Adams

Wynn’s Downstate Casino Bid Lacks Support From Manhattan Borough President

Assemblyman Jensen Wants to Earmark Hypothetical Future iGaming Revenue to Boost Public School Security

Sierra Club of Long Island Joins the Opposition to Sands’ Proposed Casino at Nassau Coliseum

Lucchese Crime Family Member Pleads Guilty to Running Illegal New York Gambling Ring

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

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

Downstate New York Casino Bids Clear Key Hurdle

MGM Resorts Backs Out of Consideration for Downstate New York Casino

Two Downstate Casino Bids Advance After Manhattan Proposals Rejected

New York Lawmaker Pushes Sweeps Ban to Pave Way for Online Casinos

Resorts World, Bally’s Casino Projects Receive Strong Community Backing at Hearings