7892 stories by Devin O'Connor
Vernon Downs Lifelines Sent to New York Governor, Bills Would Reduce Racino Taxes
Vernon Downs Casino Hotel has been afforded the lifelines its owner, Jeff Gural, has sought from the New York State Assembly. The tax relief measures now await New York Gov. Hochul's (D) signature. Gural last month said he would be forced to...
Raynham Park Caesars Sportsbook Targeting Late Summer Kickoff Ahead of NFL
Raynham Park officials presented their plans on Monday for a sportsbook at the former greyhound racetrack that continues to operate as a pari-mutuel facility that simulcasts live horse and dog races from around the country. Massachusetts' sports betting law created opportunities for...
Rochester Leaders Scold New York State Officials for Secret Seneca Negotiations
Representatives for New York Gov. Kathy Hochul's (D) office announced last week an "agreement in principle" with the Seneca Nation for a new, 20-year, Class III gaming compact. But after reports surfaced that part of the new casino contract includes a provision...
Treasure Island Macau Opening with Shopping Mall, Galeries Lafayette
The Treasure Island Resorts World Hotel and Shopping Centre in Macau is set to hold a soft opening this summer, with a full grand opening expected in October. The Chinese casino enclave's newest resort complex is opening amid ongoing depressed hotel occupancy...
New Jersey iGaming Expires in November, Lawmakers Scramble to Extend Law
New Jersey's iGaming law passed in 2013 authorized Atlantic City casinos to conduct online casino operations, but the bill sanctioned such gambling for only a 10-year period. Lawmakers in the Trenton capital are working to make sure that the state's online gaming...
US Open at Unfamiliar Los Angeles C.C. Has Bettors Struggling to Determine Favorite
The 123rd US Open returns to California for a 15th time this week, but the national championship is being played at Los Angeles Country Club for the first time. LACC, as the prestigious track on Wilshire Boulevard just west of Beverly Hills...
Maryland Sportsbook Requests to Ease Incentives Rules Denied
Maryland sportsbook operators have seen their numerous requests made to the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency (MLGCA) for more lax regulations regarding incentives and promotions be continually denied. That's according to records recently obtained by The Baltimore Sun. Legal sports betting...
Seneca Nation Compact Bill Slows in State Assembly Over Rochester Casino Rumors
The Seneca Nation and state officials last week made the surprising announcement that the two sides had reached an agreement in principle for a new 20-year, Class III gaming compact. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) recused herself from the discussions because...
Harrah’s Nebraska Opens Temporary Casino, WarHorse Lincoln Readying Sportsbook
Harrah's Nebraska is opening inside the Platte County Agricultural Park, commonly called "Ag Park," at 9 a.m. local time on Monday morning. Caesars Entertainment's interim casino features about 200 slot machines and simulcast pari-mutuel wagering on horse racing. In May, the Nebraska...
Donald Trump Federal Indictment Lengthens 2024 Odds
The United States government on Thursday indicted former President Donald Trump on charges of mishandling classified documents at his Florida Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach. The prosecution comes less than three months after the billionaire and former casino magnate was indicted in...
