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Image of New York State Capitol for a story on a Senate committee advancing bills addressing problem gambling

NY Senate Gaming Committee OKs 3 Bills Related To Problem Gambling

March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month and the New York Senate Racing, Gaming and Wagering Committee got the message loud and clear.

Posted on: March 14, 2024 | | David Danzis

Rendering of Wynn New York City, which along with Related Companies released more details of the proposed New York casino in Hudson Yards.

Proposed Wynn NYC Casino To Provide ‘Generational Benefits’ To State

Related Companies and Wynn Resorts divulged more details about its proposed Wynn New York City casino in Hudson Yards.

Posted on: March 14, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Rendering of Point Place Casino, which will receive $50 million in upgrades from the Oneida Indian Nation

Point Place Casino To Get $50M In Upgrades Due To ‘Incredible Demand’

Already with a massive project going on at Turning Stone, the Oneida Indian Nation revealed major upgrades coming to Point Place Casino.

Posted on: March 13, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Exterior of Tioga Downs casino, the newest property for ownership group Gaming & Leisure Properties Inc.

Tioga Downs’ New Owners Bullish On Prospects Of Newly Acquired NY Casino

Gaming & Leisure Properties, Inc. is confident that Tioga Downs Casino Resort will be a valuable asset in the REIT's growing portfolio.

Posted on: March 13, 2024 | | David Danzis

Sign for Batavia Downs, a Buffalo-area casino that looks to change state law allowing for more off-track betting terminals near Hamburg

Lobbying Begins To Change State Law To Put More E-Z Bet Terminals In Buffalo

Lobbying has started for New York to change state law to allow more E-Z Bet terminals at businesses near Hamburg Gaming casino.

Posted on: March 12, 2024 | | Dan Holmes

Rendering for Belmont Park, which will see demolition begin in March 2023 with plans to complete renovations and construction by 2026

Renderings Released For Revitalized Belmont Park Plan With Eyes On Fall 2026 Completion

Officials expect Belmont Park to see demolition begin on its grandstand and clubhouse this month with plans to complete construction by 2026.

Posted on: March 11, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Photo of St. John's basketball team and Rick Pitino for story on NY having its best-ever sports betting handle month in February

Sportsbooks Cap Football Season With $1.77B Month, Best February Yet

The totals may be the its lowest since early fall, but the New York sports betting industry put up the best February revenue totals since launching.

Posted on: March 8, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Image of a panel of experts for a story on industry insiders tabbing New York as one of the next states to legalize online casinos

NEXT Summit Panel Puts NY In Next Wave Of States To Legalize Online Casinos

While New York likely won't see online casinos legalized in 2024, a panel of industry experts believes the Empire State will achieve the feat soon.

Posted on: March 8, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Sen. Joseph Addabbo in front of Manhattan skyline for a story on NY online casinos not being included in Senate budget

2024 NY Senate Budget Won’t Include iGaming As Efforts Hit ‘Holding Pattern’

Speaking at the NEXT Summit New York, Sen. Joseph Addabbo said that any effort to legalize online casinos will need involvement from Gov. Kathy Hochul.

Posted on: March 7, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen, who along with Hard Rock was among the biggest spenders on lobbying in 2023 among downstate New York casino license seekers

NY Lobbying Hit $130M In 2023, Cohen Spent Most Of All Casino Bidders

Breaking down how casino companies spent on lobbying in 2023, led by Steve Cohen and Hard Rock in the quest for a downstate New York casino license.

Posted on: March 7, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

NY Online Gambling News

NY Senate Gaming Committee OKs 3 Bills Related To Problem Gambling

Proposed Wynn NYC Casino To Provide ‘Generational Benefits’ To State

Point Place Casino To Get $50M In Upgrades Due To ‘Incredible Demand’

Tioga Downs’ New Owners Bullish On Prospects Of Newly Acquired NY Casino

Lobbying Begins To Change State Law To Put More E-Z Bet Terminals In Buffalo

Renderings Released For Revitalized Belmont Park Plan With Eyes On Fall 2026 Completion

Sportsbooks Cap Football Season With $1.77B Month, Best February Yet

NEXT Summit Panel Puts NY In Next Wave Of States To Legalize Online Casinos

2024 NY Senate Budget Won’t Include iGaming As Efforts Hit ‘Holding Pattern’

NY Lobbying Hit $130M In 2023, Cohen Spent Most Of All Casino Bidders

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