#New York City

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. - New Jersey's casinos, racetracks that accept sports bets and the online partners of both types of gambling won more than $531 million in August, up almost 13% from a year earlier. Figures released Friday by the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement also showed that in-person gambling done on the premises of Atlantic City's…

On Monday, Fontainebleau Las Vegas announced the 67-story property would have 36 bars and restaurants, publicly revealing details for the first time. Most spots will open when the property launches on Dec. 13; the remainder will debut or be announced in 2024. The scope of the bar and restaurant collection, one of the largest on the Strip, ranges…

A federal law enforcement investigation into Las Vegas casino employees has reportedly led to the ouster of Resorts World COO and President Scott Sibella. The company noted that he'd been fired for "failing to disclose certain information required under company policies" after details involving his previous work as an MGM Resorts executive have…

The odds are getting rejiggered in the closely watched race for three lucrative casino licenses in the New York City area - partly because of an alleged bookmaking scandal that's unfolding in Las Vegas, The Post has learned. Until as recently as last week, MGM Grand and Resorts World - operators, respectively, of the Empire City Casino in Yonkers…

New Jersey's casinos, racetracks that accept sports bets and the online partners of both types of gambling won more than $531 million in August, up almost 13% from a year earlier. Figures released Friday by the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement also showed that in-person gambling done on the premises of Atlantic City's nine casinos was up…

More than two dozen states now allow for some form of online lottery purchases. So some lottery players can buy Mega Millions or Powerball tickets without stepping foot in a store. The Powerball jackpot has now reached $550 million. And that means plenty of Americans will likely be lining up to buy tickets for Wednesday night's drawing, which is…

New York is in the process of awarding three full-casino licenses for the downstate region, and New York City is among the favourites to land at least two if not three. However, this has raised some concerns in Catskills communities, as the new casinos would likely affect Resorts World Catskills operations, as the region is reliant on revenue from…

WHY THE TRIBE SAYS IT'S BETTER THAN VEGAS. CHEERS. AMID THE SOUNDS OF SLOT MACHINES AT POTAWATOMI CASINO THURSDAY, THE TRIBE UNVEILING ITS LATEST RENOVATIONS OF A $190 MILLION PROJECT. WHEN THEY WALK THROUGH THOSE DOORS, THEY ARE GOING TO BE AMAZED. THEY'RE GOING TO BE WOWED BETTER THAN ANY CASINO IN THE MIDWEST. AND I'D SAY NOW EVEN VEGAS. THE NEW…

Jay-Z is set to host an "incredibly exclusive" blackjack party with a prize pot of $1 million. The'99 Problems' hitmaker plans to raise money for his Reform Alliance organisation - a non-profit which aims to change probation and parole laws - by staging the'Casino Royale'-themed party in Atlantic City later this month, with players asked to pay up…

State gambling regulators have released the initial Q&A responses from downstate New York casino applicants, shedding light on their early-stage concerns about the application process for up to three new licenses. The comprehensive 103-page report delves into the regulatory requirements for the 11 applicants vying for three downstate New York…

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The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) has released its latest monthly revenue report revealing that gambling revenue in the state grew by 8.8% year-on-year in the month of July. The latest figures show that combined revenues for all sectors came to $467 million. This represented an increase of 6% compared to June. Retail slots were the…

Resorts World Casino New York City, the state's largest taxpayer, announced today it has reached a major milestone in supporting New York's public schools. As of 21 July, Resorts World crossed the $4 billion mark in revenue generated for New York's lottery education fund. That means that in just 12 years, Resorts World has produced enough revenue…

A longtime institution on the iconic Las Vegas Strip, New York-New York Hotel & Casino last year launched a $63-million redesign and remodel of its 1830 guest rooms and 155 suites. Slated for completion this summer, the renewed accommodations will capture the vibes of two of the world's most vibrant cities with dynamic new aesthetic elements and…

Las Vegas-style casinos in New York are "not a sure bet" for local government coffers, according to a state comptroller's report that says none of the four upstate met gross revenue projections in recent years. The 19-page audit, released Thursday by State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli, found the casinos distributed a total $176 million to local…

After the Mega Millions jackpot soared to nearly $1 billion, Jackpot.com officially launched on Tuesday in New York, to allow residents to buy their lottery tickets online in the comfort of their homes, rather than travel to a local gas station or convenience store. The online platform allows New Yorkers to order tickets for Powerball, Mega…

After the Mega Millions jackpot soared to nearly $1 billion, Jackpot.com officially launched on Tuesday in New York, to allow residents to buy their lottery tickets online in the comfort of their homes, rather than travel to a local gas station or convenience store. The online platform allows New Yorkers to order tickets for Powerball, Mega…

Las Vegas Sands is upping its efforts in its pursuit of a full-scale casino license in downstate New York. Just recently, the gambling leader announced that it has secured the leader in the destination wellness category, Canyon Ranch, for its US$4-billion bid for an integrated casino resort on Long Island at the Nassau Veterans Memorial…

Aristocrat Gaming has announced that its NFL-themed slot machines will hit casino floors in time for the NFL 2023 season opener in September. As part of the announcement, Aristocrat also released the first visuals for the NFL Super Bowl Jackpots machines, a slot machine that gives players the chance to win a $1 million progressive jackpot. The…

Triad woman wins $1 million in Mega Millions jackpot A Statesville woman took her chances at the Mega Millions jackpot as she saw it growing and ended up winning a $1 million prize, according to N.C. Lottery ALL RIGHT, MICHELLE, THANK YOU. AND THIS MONTH IS THE PLANET'S HOTTEST ON RECORD. AND RIGHT NOW, 150 MILLION PEOPLE IN THE US ARE UNDER HEAT…

Government-owned Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has announced that it will launch a global-facing online casino in early 2024 under its'Casino Filipino' brand. Speaking at the SiGMA Asia Summit 2023, PAGCOR Chairperson and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco revealed that Casino Filipino will use virtual reality-based technology to create…

More than two dozen states now allow for some form of online lottery purchases. So some lottery players can buy Mega Millions or Powerball tickets without stepping foot in a store. The Mega Millions jackpot has now reached $720 million. And that means plenty of Americans will likely be lining up to buy tickets for Friday night's drawing, which is…

More than two dozen states now allow for some form of online lottery purchases. So some lottery players can buy Powerball or Mega Millions tickets without stepping foot in a store. The Powerball jackpot has now reached $1 billion, making it the seventh highest prize in U.S. lottery history -- and only the seventh jackpot to reach that…

A bidding war for New York City area casino licenses is underway, and New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and the state Democratic Party are taking large donations from the gaming companies and real estate giants developing pricey proposals, according to recently-released campaign finance filings. In the past two months, Hochul's fundraising committee…

The Powerball jackpot rose yet again to an estimated $1 billion after no winning ticket was sold for the latest drawing, the third largest in US history. No ticket for Monday's drawing matched the white balls 5, 8, 9, 17, 41 and red Powerball 2. The jackpot was estimated at $900 million. Wednesday's jackpot would now be the third highest in the…

A destination hotel that has it all, including wildly comfy rooms that make it easy to stay in all weekend. Borgata isn't just a hotel casino and spa, it is an experience. Just 120 miles south of New York City and 60 miles east of Philadelphia, this massive hotel celebrating its 20th year includes over 2700 rooms and suites across its main Borgata…

Online casinos are available aplenty in Australia. In 2022 alone, a study emerged highlighting that Australia's online gambling market reached $6.8 billion - with an expectancy to increase by 7 per cent over the next five years. Now more than ever, online casinos and gambling sites are thriving, offering thousands upon thousands of games that…

A prominent New York real estate developer has joined the list of those seeking a license to operate a commercial casino in downstate New York. Larry Silverstein, chairman of Silverstein Properties, is seeking to build a casino in Manhattan about four blocks west of Times Square at 11th Avenue and 41st Street, according to the New York Times. The…

Rhode Island Senators have passed a bill that will legalize online casino-style games in the state. S 0948 was passed by a vote of 30-4 with only two Senators speaking in opposition to the bill. The legislation will allow online gaming through simulcasting table and slot games from Bally's Twin River Casino in Lincoln to mobile devices or…

We have basically two worlds when it comes to gambling in the US: traditional land-based operators like those famous in Vegas, and Atlantic City and abroad in places like Macau, for example, and online operators. Traditional casinos have a more steady form of business model, and comparing the evolution of these enterprises across time is easier as…

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) - New Jersey's casinos, racetracks that accept sports bets and their online partners won $462.7 million in April, an increase of 9.5% from a year earlier. That figure includes winnings from internet and sports betting operations. But the amount won on-premises by physical casinos fell by 1.6% to $231.4 million. Because…

According to revenue data released by the state revenue department, West Virginia has collected $53.3 million in taxes from online gambling operators, sports betting and casinos so far in the current fiscal year. The report shows that sports betting in West Virginia has generated taxes of $4.9 million for the fiscal year to date from over $484…

Relax Gaming, the renowned iGaming aggregator and provider of unique content, transports players to New York City in search of big wins with fierce felines in its latest Dream Drop game. This title takes inspiration from Relax Gaming's award-winning 2021 hit, Top Dawg$, and can see players win up to 5000x their bet as street-smart cats take centre…

The year 2022 has gone on record for the best casinos in the United States, with more than $60 billion in takings. Figures released by the American Gaming Association, the gambling industry's national trade group, show that in-person remains the industry's bread and butter, accounting for more than 80 percent of its revenue. In 2022, Americans…

Good morning, and welcome to the Indy Gaming newsletter, a weekly look at gaming matters nationally and internationally and how the events tie back to Nevada. If a colleague or associate emailed this newsletter to you, please to sign up and receive your own copy of Indy Gaming in your inbox. - Howard Stutz Casino legalization efforts in Texas…

But a small change tucked into the voluminous state budget could mean a massive multimillion-dollar windfall for the Town of Hempstead - if officials play their cards right. The change comes in how casino-related revenue will be divided up for municipalities outside of New York City. Previously, the formula worked so that the host county would…

Las Vegas is filled with top-tier hotels, unique and delicious cuisine and too many casinos to visit in one trip. It is a popular spot for bachelor and bachelorette parties, and also the place to go for a speedy marriage, but it is also filled with sites to see and an abundance of entertaining shows. Whether you are visiting with…

Nassau County officials said Wednesday that they have reached a deal to transfer the lease for the Nassau Coliseum site to Las Vegas Sands, a major step in the gambling giant's push to win a coveted gaming license and bring a bustling casino to Long Island. The 99-year lease agreement does not guarantee that the Uniondale site where the New York…

During the East Coast Gaming Congress, which took place on April 19-20 in Atlantic City, panelists discussed the potential impact of building three new casinos in New York on Atlantic City's revenue, suggesting a possible loss of 20% to 30%. This development could possibly return the resort to the days of casino closures. While not predicting that…

Mohegan is seeking to boost its odds of securing one of New York's three commercial casino licenses to be made available for the downstate region. The company is pledging to support local small businesses and already signing up loyalty program partners in the Big Apple. The gaming and hospitality firm, controlled by the Mohegan Tribe in…

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Las Vegas Sands CEO Robert Goldstein on Wednesday announced an agreement that would give the company control of the Coliseum property in Uniondale for the next 99 years - a key step toward developing a $4 billion casino resort in the heart of the county. If the lease agreement is approved by the county…

NASSAU COUNTY, Long Island (WABC) -- Nassau County reached a lease agreement with Las Vegas Sands that gives them control over the Nassau Coliseum site. The county will get a lump sum payment, as well as annual revenues to the county and the Town of Hempstead and surrounding communities exceeding $100 million per year. "And we believe that will…

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) - Panelists at a major casino industry conference said the construction of three new casinos in New York could cost Atlantic City 20% to 30% of its casino revenue, a development that could possibly return the resort to the days of casino closures. While not predicting that it will definitely happen, Jim Allen, chairman of…

NEW YORK, N.Y. - A new alliance of Manhattan groups and associations, including The Broadway League and the many theatre owners and producers it represents, are aiming to stop Caesars Palace Times Square from rising. The "No Times Square Casino" Community Coalition, which unveiled its messaging and purpose Friday, says major traffic congestion, a…

A winning $476 million Mega Millions jackpot was sold in New York City for the Friday, April 14 drawing. The $476 million is the 13th largest jackpot in Mega Millions history. The previous Mega Millions jackpot was worth $31 million in the Jan. 31 drawing. That ticket was sold in Woburn, Mass. Remember, you can't win if you don't play. Mega…

A group of Broadway theater owners and producers is leading an effort to lower the curtain on plans for a Times Square casino. The Broadway League, a theater industry trade group, is joining forces with local restaurant owners to block a bid for a new gambling hub nearby. The group, called the "No Times Square Casino" Community Coalition, says that…

People tend to think of Las Vegas when discussing casino culture in the US and this is for good reason. Las Vegas is the Mecca when it comes to casinos, attracting tourists from all over the world, but New York is quickly becoming a hotspot for casinos and it's easy to see why. Historically, gambling laws in New York have been strict, limiting…

A prominent waterfront Miami site put up for sale by Asian multinational Genting Bhd has received five offers above $1 billion, according to the broker, potentially setting a record for such property. The 6.3ha plot was formerly home to the Miami Herald newspaper and is one of the city's largest undeveloped parcels. Genting listed the site, now…

Construction work on Strip hotel-casino Dream Las Vegas has "fully stopped," according to local media, as the developers' stalled financing plans left them owing tens of millions of dollars for the project. Dream, on Las Vegas Boulevard just south of Russell Road, broke ground last year. Completion of the project is seemingly facing major…

Hofstra University is this week the newest opponent of the construction of a proposed New York casino by Las Vegas Sands, an American casino and resort company based in Las Vegas, Nevada. According to the proposal, the Las Vegas giant would build an entertainment venue on the site of the Nassau Coliseum in New York, which would consist of a hotel,…

According to data released by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB), gambling revenue in the state grew by 21.6% year-on-year in the month of February. The latest figures show that combined revenues for all sectors came to $456.8 million. This is the second largest revenue figure in history for the month of February. Retail slots were the…

An effort to legalize online casino games in New York died this week when legislators from both the House and Senate omitted it from their budget proposals. In the final days of negotiations, even the man who wrote the bill could see it was gaining little traction. The licensing of three new casino projects in or around New York City has slowed…

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) - Commercial casinos in the United States won more than $60 billion from gamblers in 2022, the best year in the industry's history. Figures released Wednesday by the American Gaming Association, the gambling industry's national trade group, show that in-person gambling remains the bread-and-butter of the industry,…

MASHANTUCKET, Conn. -- When the COVID-19 pandemic shuttered Foxwoods Resort Casino in Connecticut for three months in 2020, its owners, the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, had to reckon with decades of relying heavily on gambling as the tribe's main source of revenue. "The fact that the casino revenues went from millions to zero overnight just…

Commercial casinos in the United States won more than $60 billion from gamblers in 2022, the best year in the industry's history. Figures released Wednesday by the American Gaming Association, the gambling industry's national trade group, show that in-person gambling remains the bread-and-butter of the industry, accounting for more than 80% of its…

This story was reported by Timothy Bolger, Ben Brachfeld, Jada Camille, Aidan Graham, Carlotta Mohamed, Dean Moses, Bill Parry, Aliya Schneider, Robbie Sequeira and Ethan Stark-Miller. It was edited by Christian Murray and Robert Pozarycki. New Yorkers are bearing witness to a World Series of Poker-style showdown featuring ten bids involving some…

The Soloviev Group has finally settled on what it wants to do with what's billed as the largest undeveloped lot in Manhattan, which it said it's owned for 15 years: place a big bet on winning a casino license among heavy competition as demand for offices looks less attractive. The developer, known for projects such as New York's iconic 9 W. 57th…

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Soon, three new full-scale casino licenses will be issued in the New York City area, and business interests from across the globe are looking to get in on the action. Among those vying for the rights to develop their gambling and leisure megacomplexes - the licensing fee is $500 million with a minimum investment of another $500 million in the…

Casino companies are used to having a house advantage. But in the bidding process for three downstate casino licenses, it's the local communities that those companies are hoping to call home that just might have the edge. Roughly a dozen casino companies and real estate developers are mulling or planning on bidding for one of three casino licenses…

The cryptocurrency casino Roobet announced on March 1st its partnership with the iconic rapper Snoop Dogg in a move that aims to "reinvent" the online entertainment industry. According to Roobet's official site, Snoop Dogg and the casino will work together to "shake up the industry and bring players a one-of-a-kind gaming experience," thanks to the…

Gaming operator Seminole Hard Rock's highly anticipated bid for a New York City casino license has been complicated by its business ties to Russia, sources told The Post. The ubiquitous Hard Rock brand - founded by Americans in London in 1971 and purchased by the Seminole Tribe of Florida in 2007 - has long been expected to announce its application…

When the COVID-19 pandemic shuttered Foxwoods Resort Casino in Connecticut for three months in 2020, its owners, the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, had to reckon with decades of relying heavily on gambling as the tribe's main source of revenue. "The fact that the casino revenues went from millions to zero overnight just fully reiterated the…

MASHANTUCKET - When the COVID-19 pandemic shuttered Foxwoods Resort Casino in Connecticut for three months in 2020, its owners, the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, had to reckon with decades of relying heavily on gambling as the tribe's main source of revenue. "The fact that the casino revenues went from millions to zero overnight just fully…

MGM National Harbor, which recently marked its sixth anniversary, is not only the top casino by gaming revenue among Maryland's six casinos, but it was also the top performing commercial casino out of Nevada last year. Overall, the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. market ranked the No. 3 market for gaming revenue, behind only the Las Vegas Strip and…

Tribal leaders and business experts say the pandemic has been a sign that tribal governments with casinos can't depend solely on slot machines to support the future. MASHANTUCKET, Conn. - When the COVID-19 pandemic shuttered Foxwoods Resort Casino in Connecticut for three months in 2020, its owners, the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, had to…

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. -- Commercial casinos in the United States won more than $60 billion from gamblers in 2022, the best year in the industry's history. Figures released Wednesday by the American Gaming Association, the gambling industry's national trade group, show that in-person gambling remains the bread-and-butter of the industry, accounting…

MASHANTUCKET, Conn. - When the COVID-19 pandemic shuttered Foxwoods Resort Casino in Connecticut for three months in 2020, its owners, the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, had to reckon with decades of relying heavily on gambling as the tribe's main source of revenue. "The fact that the casino revenues went from millions to zero overnight just…

Saturday, Feb. 25 at the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino Never underestimate the power or resiliency of a song. There was a moment Saturday night during Billy Joel's christening of the new OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino when the singing-songwriting pianist from New York City donned his harmonica and pulled out his signature tune that was…

Good morning, and welcome to the Indy Gaming newsletter, a weekly look at gaming matters nationally and internationally and how the events tie back to Nevada. If a colleague or associate emailed this newsletter to you, please to sign up and receive your own copy of Indy Gaming in your inbox. - Howard Stutz The inclusion of Michigan into the…

Jobs, tourists and billions in licensing fees and taxes after a devastating pandemic are why New York City government officials are eager to open new casinos. With a metro population of 23 million, the Big Apple is the largest untapped market in the country for casino gambling, and developers are rushing for gaming licenses. Meanwhile, in Downtown…

When New York Gov. Kathy Hochul proposed in her preliminary executive budget that revenue from future downstate casinos go to fund mass transit in New York City, some observers wondered if that was such a good idea. For one thing, Hochul didn't project any earnings from the casinos to be available to the state until 2026, putting that program…

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) - Atlantic City's casinos won $211.6 million from in-person gamblers in January, up 15.3% from a year ago. But only three of the nine casinos won more that way last month than they did in January 2019, before the coronavirus pandemic erupted. When revenue from internet gambling and sports betting is included, the casinos,…

According to data released by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB), gambling revenue in the state grew by 18.2% year-on-year in the month of January. Slots accounted for 43% of all revenues The latest figures show growth in all sectors including land-based slots, table games, sports betting, iGaming, video gaming terminals (VGTs) with the…

Atlantic City's casinos won $211.6 million from in-person gamblers in January, up 15.3% from a year ago. But only three of the nine casinos won more that way last month than they did in January 2019, before the coronavirus pandemic erupted. When revenue from internet gambling and sports betting is included, the casinos, horse tracks that take…

Mark Wahlberg has invited the Plaza to the "Hollywood 2.0" dynamic. The A-list actor and active Las Vegan wrapped on-location shooting at the classic hotel-casino Thursday afternoon and evening. Wahlberg and his crew worked for about three hours on site. A few vintage cars were spotted near the front of the hotel, parked on Main Street near the…

Many Americans rushed at the 11th hour to grocery stores and gas stations in advance of Friday night's Mega Millions drawing, all to get their chance at claiming a $1.35 billion jackpot. While the top prize was won by, it seems likely the process will repeat itself eventually again - with future big drawings and future last-minute panics. But for…

The current Powerball jackpot has reached an estimated $700 million, and that staggering figure is part of a larger trend. Billion-dollar lottery jackpots, once rare, are happening more often than ever. Five of the 10 largest lotto jackpots occurred in 2021 and 2022, according to an analysis by The Associated Press. And 2022 alone saw jackpots that…

President Joe Biden has called on Congress to limit certain extra charges that airlines and hotels impose on consumers, a move that could have a significant impact on the US casino land-based casino hospitality industry. Speaking before a meeting of the White House Competition Committee, Biden suggested that Congress limit fees for airline seat…

Are you ready for a high-rollin', high-flyin' time near the UN? Yet another entrant has joined the field in the fierce bidding war for a casino license in New York City - this time led by a billionaire developer who also wants to construct a huge Ferris wheel on vacant land just south of the United Nations. The wheel is the centerpiece of a joint…

An executive from Seminole Hard Rock casino reportedly sent a brazen "pay to play" email solicitation urging associates to put their chips behind Kathy Hochul's campaign to be elected governor - as the firm makes an aggressive push to win a license to operate a gambling parlor in New York City. "Team, as we prepare for the final stretch of our…

The operators awarded licenses to run any of the three New York City-area casinos will have to pay the state at least a $500 million fee for the chance at rolling the dice, according to new rules approved by a state siting board Tuesday. The New York Gaming Facility Board released the request for applications, which includes a rating system that…

A proposal seeking one of New York City's three casino licenses would include a massive Ferris wheel near the United Nations' headquarters in Midtown Manhattan with a mostly underground casino. Another proposal would convert the top three floors of Saks Fifth Avenue's flagship department store on Fifth Avenue across from Rockefeller Center and St.…

The slowdown in transactions across commercial real estate as a result of higher interest rates is unlikely to dramatically change in the near term as the question of value continues to plague buyers, sellers and lenders. But properties that house gaming operators are proving the exception. Not only did casino tenants pay rent when closed during…

NEW YORK, NY - Mohegan has joined Soloviev Group's bid as the casino partner of Freedom Plaza. This announcement comes as a result of the New York State Gaming Commission's request for applications to develop and operate up to three downstate casinos and strategically leverage the category expertise, values, long-term vision, and culture of Mohegan…

After more than two decades, a developer's megaproject could finally take root at the sprawling, fallow site near the United Nations headquarters in Midtown. Its latest bid: a proposal for Manhattan's first Vegas-style casino. Soloviev Group, the longtime owner of the 6.7-acre plot, said on Tuesday that it will partner with Mohegan, the casino and…

SARATOGA SPRINGS - Saratoga Casino Holdings, along with its partners, are prepping to meet the first deadline in a series with the New York Gaming Commission to win a license for a $3 billion casino on Coney Island. The Saratoga Casino Holdings along with its partners Thor Equities, the Chickasaw Nation and Legends Global Planning, want to build a…

Move over Macau and Singapore. Las Vegas Sands is betting on Long Island, unlike other city-centric developers spending millions to win a casino license in New York. All these new proposals are focusing on corporate meeting spaces and tourism boosts to the economy to turn the odds in their favor. Las Vegas Sands is pursuing a multi-billion flagship…

New York State has made million in tax revenue from online sports betting and casinos and soon there may be a "Vegas" style casino located in the state. Currently, there are 12 land-based casinos in the state which are overseen by the New York State Gaming Commission. Also within the state border are 15 tribal casinos that are regulated by the…

YONKERS, NY - There is a lot of fanfare when a winner hits a big payout at Empire City Casino, but arguably the most important payouts from the Hudson Valley institution benefit those who never set foot on the gaming floor. Support continues for Bronx and Westchester communities through Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives focusing on public…

New York, the city that never sleeps, offers many entertainment outlets to the ones visiting. You can head off to the Rockefeller center and Time Square, visit museums, watch a play at the West End, and even eat some yummy hotdogs. Yet, if you want to gamble in New York City, you must wait a couple of months. We only recently woke up to the news…

For the second time in six months, I made my way to Atlantic City, N.J., except on this trip, husband Bruce, a non-gambler, stayed on the farm to feed the animals. Instead, I traveled with Trish Taylor, farm friend, and head chef at Grappone Conference Center in Concord. After changing buses in Boston and New York City, we arrived at Caesars…

This year, a New York politician wants to legalize complete casinos near New York City. Sen. Joseph Addabbo, a Democrat from Queens, said that he doesn't wish the licensing procedure for three casinos in the metro region that are designed to resemble Las Vegas to "linger." Addabbo chairs the state Senate's Committee on Racing, Gaming, and…

Las Vegas Sands (NYSE: LVS) announced its intention to pursue the development of a multi-billion-dollar flagship hospitality, entertainment and casino project on Long Island, New York. The company said it has entered into agreements to purchase the long-term lease of the site currently home to the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum. The transactions…

Many Americans rushed at the 11th hour to grocery stores and gas stations in advance of Friday night's Mega Millions drawing, all to get their chance at claiming a $1.35 billion jackpot. While the top prize was won by, it seems likely the process will repeat itself eventually again - with future big drawings and future last-minute panics. But for…

Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on the go. Watch out, Las Vegas - Manhattan may become the country's next big gambling hub. Saks Fifth Avenue is throwing its hat in the ring for a coveted license to open one of New York City's first casinos. A source close to Hudson's Bay Company, owner of…