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Rendering of MGM Empire City if it upgrades to a full-scale casino for a story on MGM commenting on the downstate New York licensing process

MGM Eager For New York To Issue Downstate Casino Licenses, But Timeline Is Unclear

William Hornbuckle, CEO of MGM Resorts International, remains bullish on a New York casino license with the hope of receiving one by the end of 2024.

Posted on: February 16, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Sen. Jessica Ramos in front of Citi Field for a story on her being close to deciding on her support for a Hard Rock casino in Queens

Future Of Hard Rock Casino Near Citi Field Hinges On Decision From Sen. Ramos

State Sen. Jessica Ramos, D-Queens, is reportedly close to deciding whether to support or oppose a Hard Rock New York casino proposal in her district.

Posted on: February 15, 2024 | | David Danzis

Skyline of Hudson Yards, where Wynn hopes to develop a downstate New York casino

Wynn Sheds Online Sportsbook But Still Has NY Casino As Part Of Its Future

Wynn sold its online sports betting license in New York. But the state remains key for the company's future - especially if NY online casinos launch.

Posted on: February 14, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

View of New York Senate for a story on a Senate gaming committee advancing five bills but not discussing passage of NY online casino bill

Senate Gaming Committee Advances 5 Bills — But No Talk Of NY Online Casinos

While the New York State Racing, Gaming and Wagering Committee passed along five bills, it did not discuss NY online casino gaming.

Posted on: February 13, 2024 | | John Brennan

Exterior of Tioga Downs for a story on Jeff Gural selling the New York casino for $175 million

Upstate NY Casino Tioga Downs Under New Ownership Via $175M Deal

Gaming and Leisure Properties, Inc. acquired the real estate assets of Tioga Down Casino Resort from American Racing & Entertainment for $175 million.

Posted on: February 9, 2024 | | David Danzis

Lawmaker signs legislation for a story on a bill to create more funding for problem gambling from New York sports betting

New Bill Could Create More Problem Gambling Funding From NY Sports Betting

A new bill calls for the state to funnel 1% of state tax revenue from New York sports betting to help bolster problem gambling resources in the state.

Posted on: February 8, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Exterior of Tioga Downs for a story on a Pennsylvania man pleading guilty for setting a fire that killed 30 racehorses

Guilty Plea Has Pennsylvania Man Facing Up To 15 Years In Prison For Tioga Downs Fire

A Pennsylvania man admitted to starting a fire last year that killed dozens of horses and injured a trainer at an upstate New York casino.

Posted on: February 7, 2024 | | David Danzis

Buffalo Bills Greg Rousseau AJ Epenesa celebrate against denver broncos

October Was Great, But Could November Be Even Better For NY Sportsbooks?

New York became the first state to top $2 billion in monthly handle in October. An incredible feat by itself. But NY sports betting could do it again.

Posted on: November 24, 2023 | | Grant Lucas

storm clouds over New York City for a story on the odds of NY online casinos getting legalized in 2024

Odds May Not Look Great For 2024 Legalization Of NY Online Casinos, But Addabbo Doesn’t Care

Some industry experts don't believe the odds are good that New York legalizes online casinos in 2024. But plenty of time remains to change that.

Posted on: January 25, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

NY Sports Betting Revenue November 2022 Billion Dollars FanDuel DraftKings

Ninth Billion-Dollar Month Catapults NY Sports Betting Over $1 Billion In Revenue

With the third-highest month in its short history, New York sports betting eclipsed the $1 billion revenue mark in November.

Posted on: December 8, 2022 | | Grant Lucas