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Sign for Las Vegas Sands casino in Macau for a story on the company expressing frustration about the long downstate New York licensing process taking place.

Las Vegas Sands ‘Very Disappointed’ By Drawn-Out Downstate Casino Licensing Process

Las Vegas Sands President Patrick Dumont expressed his disappointment in New York taking so long to award downstate casino licenses.

Posted on: April 23, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Exterior image of Meadowlands Racetrack for a story on downstate New York casinos potentially leading to a New Jersey casino in East Rutherford

New York Casino Operator Predicts North Jersey Casino As A Result Of NYC Casinos

A real estate developer directly involved with two New York casinos said Big Apple casinos will ultimately lead to a North Jersey casino.

Posted on: April 22, 2024 | | David Danzis

NYC zoning change approved for forthcoming casinos

NYC City Council Approves Mayor’s Casino Zoning Changes

New York City’s legislative body took action this week to help improve the odds for gambling companies looking to roll the dice in Gotham.

Posted on: April 20, 2024 | | David Danzis

Image of NCAA president Charlie Baker with basketball player behind him for a story on New York sports betting regulators supporting a ban on props for college players

Key New York Regulator Agrees With NCAA President On Nationwide Sports Betting Ban of College Player Props

New York State Gaming Commission Chairman Brian O'Dwyer sent a letter to the NCAA in support of a nationwide sports betting ban on college player prop bets.

Posted on: April 18, 2024 | | Dan Holmes

Image of Jake's 58 casino in New York for a story on the operator breaking ground on expansion

Huge Jake’s 58 Casino Expansion Project Expected To Increase Annual Revenue By 42%

Jake’s 58 Casino Hotel, which is operated by Suffolk Off-Track Betting, will undergo its first major renovation in New York since it opened in 2017.

Posted on: April 15, 2024 | | David Danzis

Vally's Nad Resorts World casino projects in downstate NY gain overwhelming local support.

Resorts World NYC Promises $1 Billion In Annual Tax Payments If Awarded Downstate License

The ownership group of Resorts World NYC detailed how lucrative it could become as a property if New York awarded a downstate casino license to the group.

Posted on: April 12, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Rendering of Wynn New York City for a story on Related Companies' proposal facing pushback from Manhattan Community Board 4

Manhattan Community Board 4: Wynn New York City Project ‘Should Not Be Happening, Period’

Manhattan Community Board 4, which plays a prominent role in deciding if Wynn earns a downstate New York casino license, is not pleased with the proposal.

Posted on: April 11, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Starting gate at Saratoga Race Course for a story on DraftKings becoming a title sponsor for the Belmont Stakes and Travers

Deal With NYRA Allows DraftKings To Showcase DK Horse Betting App At Belmont Stakes, Travers

Though new to the New York horse betting scene, DraftKings' DK Horse platform will grab centerstage at the Belmont Stakes and the Travers.

Posted on: April 10, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

New York Yankees Oscar Gonzalez celebrates for a story on New York sports betting revenue for March 2024

Two Full Fiscal Years In, NY Sports Betting Still Growing And Opening Avenues To New Operators

As New York explores the possibility of legalizing online casinos, examining online sports betting is a valuable exercise for lawmakers.

Posted on: April 9, 2024 | | David Danzis

Woman plays slots at Resorts World NYC for a story on Resorts World and Empire City Casino as well as other racinos closing Tuesday for system upgrades

Statewide Update Will Cause New York Racinos, VLTs To Remain Closed Until Midday On April 9

A statewide update to the system used by the video lottery terminals (VLTs) inside New York racinos and casinos will take place on Tuesday morning.

Posted on: April 8, 2024 | | David Danzis

NY Online Gambling News

Las Vegas Sands ‘Very Disappointed’ By Drawn-Out Downstate Casino Licensing Process

New York Casino Operator Predicts North Jersey Casino As A Result Of NYC Casinos

NYC City Council Approves Mayor’s Casino Zoning Changes

Key New York Regulator Agrees With NCAA President On Nationwide Sports Betting Ban of College Player Props

Huge Jake’s 58 Casino Expansion Project Expected To Increase Annual Revenue By 42%

Resorts World NYC Promises $1 Billion In Annual Tax Payments If Awarded Downstate License

Manhattan Community Board 4: Wynn New York City Project ‘Should Not Be Happening, Period’

Deal With NYRA Allows DraftKings To Showcase DK Horse Betting App At Belmont Stakes, Travers

Two Full Fiscal Years In, NY Sports Betting Still Growing And Opening Avenues To New Operators

Statewide Update Will Cause New York Racinos, VLTs To Remain Closed Until Midday On April 9

NYC Casino Licenses Deliver $1.5B Windfall for MTA

State Approves Licenses for Downstate NY Casinos

New York Governor Signs Sweepstakes Ban into Law

Downstate New York Casino Bids Clear Key Hurdle

MGM Resorts Backs Out of Consideration for Downstate New York Casino