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Batavia Downs Gaming union plans July 31 picket as contract talks reach impasse

Negotiations between Batavia Downs Gaming and the union representing about 150 workers have stalled, and an informational picket is scheduled for July 31 while both sides await mediation in September.

Posted on: July 25, 2026 | | Tyler Andrews

Little Town Road rallies late to win Vernon Downs Open Trot

Little Town Road surged late to take Friday’s $8,500 Open Trot at Vernon Downs, giving the 5-year-old mare her fifth win of the season.

Posted on: July 25, 2026 | | Tyler Andrews

Valve loot box lawsuit adds to New York scrutiny over gambling claims

A proposed class action in Washington and a separate lawsuit from the New York attorney general are keeping pressure on Valve’s loot box system as courts and regulators weigh whether in-game items can qualify under gambling laws.

Posted on: July 25, 2026 | | Tyler Andrews

Sports Betting Alliance stays neutral on prediction markets as policy fight grows

The Sports Betting Alliance says it is not taking sides on prediction markets, leaving member companies to make their own decisions while the broader policy debate intensifies.

Posted on: July 25, 2026 | | Tyler Andrews

Fully Subscribed rallies late to win Grade 2 Shuvee at Saratoga

Fully Subscribed closed in the final strides to beat Scottish Lassie by a half-length in Thursday’s Grade 2 Shuvee at Saratoga Race Course.

Posted on: July 25, 2026 | | Tyler Andrews

DraftKings sues to block Philadelphia consumer-protection probe

DraftKings has gone to federal court to challenge Philadelphia’s consumer-protection ordinance after the city subpoenaed the company for information tied to gamblers, promotions, and bonus offers.