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Special Session To Find ‘Alternative Funding’ For MTA Could Revive NY Online Casino Talks

Gov. Kathy Hochul is considering calling a special legislative session in New York, which could revive talks surrounding the legalization of online casinos.

Posted on: June 19, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

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New York Post: Casinos Are ‘Major Economic Busts’ That Gov. Hochul Should Not Support

The New York Post published an editorial piece noting that Gov. Kathy Hochul should not speed up the downstate NY casinos licensing process.

Posted on: June 17, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Image of a hooded figure gambling online for a story on New York losing $5 billion to illegal online casinos and sportsbooks in 2023.

Report Estimates $5.35 Billion In Revenue Lost From Illegal Gambling In New York

A recent study detailed the prevalence of offshore gambling, with New York losing over $5 billion to illegal online casinos and sportsbooks in 2023.

Posted on: June 13, 2024 | | Hill Kerby

Businessmen sign contracts for a story on the Seneca Nation of Indians looking for a new gaming compact with New York.

Another Temporary Extension Set To Take Place As Seneca Still Searches For Permanent Compact

Six months since the compact expired, the Seneca Nation of Indians still looks for a new agreement in New York with a second extension set to take effect.

Posted on: June 12, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

New York Rangers celebrate during NHL playoffs for a story on New York sportsbooks nearly setting a record in May.

Sportsbooks Head Into Summer On A High As NY Operators Near $2 Billion In Handle

Online sportsbooks in New York saw revenue increase 34% year-over-year in May, with handle – the total amount wagered – skyrocketing by 45%.

Posted on: June 10, 2024 | | David Danzis

Image of New York Capitol for a story on the Senate passing a bill regarding sports betting ads.

Assembly Bill Aimed At Fine-Tuning NY Sports Betting Advertising Laws Passes Senate

An Assembly bill aimed at fine-tuning sports betting advertisements in New York passed the Senate. With one day left, what other bills could follow suit?

Posted on: June 5, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Ferry Point golf course with New York skyline for a story on lawmakers not supporting parkland alienation for Bally's Bronx casino.

Local Lawmakers Won’t Introduce Legislation Needed For Bally’s Bronx Casino Proposal

Bally's looks to develop a casino complex at its Ferry Point golf course, but local lawmakers don't intend to support parkland alienation legislation.

Posted on: June 3, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Image of Sen. Joseph Addabbo, who introduced a New York online poker bill to gauge interest in the vertical.

Addabbo Pushes Online Poker Bill To Gauge Interest In NY Gambling Expansion

Sen. Joseph Addabbo transitioned from failed legislation to legalize online casinos in New York to a bill that would authorize online poker. Why?

Posted on: May 30, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Rendering for The Coney for a story on new renderings and details of a proposed downstate New York casino on Coney Island.

New Renderings Paint Clearer Picture Of The Coney’s Downstate Casino Proposal

Calling it a "year-round economic engine" for Coney Island, representatives for The Coney's downstate New York casino project are bullish on their project.

Posted on: May 23, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Image of Sen. Jessica Ramos, who will not support legislation to help Metropolitan Park's New York casino plans come to life.

Ramos: ‘I Will Not Introduce Legislation’ To Clear Path For Cohen’s Metropolitan Park

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen will need to find a new way to gain land-use easement if he wants Metropolitan Park to become reality in Queens.

Posted on: May 28, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

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