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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

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen for a story on polls showing both support and opposition of a proposed Hard Rock casino near Citi Field

Dueling Polls Offer Mixed Bag Of Results For Steve Cohen’s Metropolitan Park Casino Project

Steve Cohen, the billionaire owner of the New York Mets, released a new poll showing strong support for his Hard Rock casino project in Queens.

Posted on: April 5, 2024 | | David Danzis

Image of gamblers playing at Resorts World NYC for a story on a study that offers evidence that online casinos would not cannibalize land-based gambling but actually help

Analysis Group Study Offers Arguments Against Online Casinos Cannibalizing Land-Based Casinos

A recent study from the Sports Betting Alliance is the latest report to show that online casinos won't cannibalize but actually help land-based gaming.

Posted on: April 3, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

NY Online Gambling News

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

Dueling Polls Offer Mixed Bag Of Results For Steve Cohen’s Metropolitan Park Casino Project

Analysis Group Study Offers Arguments Against Online Casinos Cannibalizing Land-Based Casinos

GiddyUp Debuts Horse Racing Into Casino-Style Gaming Ahead of Full NY Launch

HorsePlay Bets on Trust as It Blends Horse Racing With Casino-Style Gaming

Racing And Gaming Conference At Saratoga Forms Advisory Committee Ahead Of 2026 Event

AG James Issues Warning About Prediction Markets Ahead of Super Bowl

Pro Football Championship Betting Promotions Available Across New York