4159 stories by Philip Conneller
End of an Era: Aqueduct Racetrack Sets Final Race Day After 132 Years
Final day of live racing set for June 28, 2026 Historic New York racetrack closing after 132-year run Belmont Park redevelopment drives shift away from Aqueduct racing Aqueduct Racetrack, one of New York City’s last...
Judge Blocks Utility from Pulling Plug on Minnesota Tribal Casino Over Solar Array
Judge says utility cannot disconnect tribal casino over solar dispute Prairie's Edge solar array expected to supply 30% of power Ruling could affect tribal and rural renewable energy projects A Minnesota state judge has ruled...
Spanish La Liga Team Denies Using Kalshi to Hedge Against Relegation
Osasuna says it hedged relegation risk through insurance, not Kalshi Semafor report alleged Spanish club traded millions on relegation outcome Kalshi position matched insurance policy's €1.2m stake and €6m payout La Liga’s Club Atlético Osasuna...
Grand Traverse Band Challenges Federal Rule That Could Shut Down Michigan Casino
Michigan tribe challenges federal "one-bite rule" that could force casino closure Lawsuit seeks to overturn regulation affecting gaming on restored tribal lands Case could reshape gaming rights for restored tribes nationwide The Grand Traverse Band...
MGM Grand Detroit Sued by Ex-Security Officer Who Says Cerebral Palsy Led to Firing
Former security officer claims years of disability-based workplace harassment Lawsuit alleges MGM denied accommodations during critical investigation Plaintiff says casino used false allegations to justify firing A disabled former security officer at MGM Grand Detroit...
World Cup Betting Data Hints at Decline in Patriotic Betting — Or Are Fans Just Getting Smarter?
England fans back Three Lions less than reputation suggests Portugal bettors show strongest home-team bias before World Cup Spain betting market appears surprisingly rational despite favorite status With just two days to go until the...
Woman in $5.3M Tribal Casino Fraud Scheme Faces Revocation of U.S. Citizenship
DOJ seeks to revoke citizenship over concealed casino fraud role Woman laundered Miccosukee Casino scheme proceeds before naturalization Gaming machine voucher scam stole millions from tribal casino A Cuban-born woman convicted in a $5.3 million...
BGC Unveils Five-Point Plan as Britain’s Illegal Gambling Market Surges
BGC warns UK illegal gambling stakes could hit £33 billion Five-point plan targets ads, payments, websites and facilitators Industry group which represents over 90% of UK licensed operators says black market growth threatens consumer protections...
Gunman Sentenced After Ambush Shooting Outside Long Island’s Jake’s 58
Gunman sentenced to 10 years for targeted casino parking lot attack Victim survived devastating injuries despite being shot twice outside casino Lawsuit alleges Jake’s 58 owner failed to provide adequate security A Wyandanch, N.Y., resident...
Prosecutors Seek 8 Years for SCOTUSblog Founder Tom Goldstein; Defense Blames Gambling Addiction
Federal prosecutors are seeking a top-guidelines prison sentence exceeding 8 years following Goldstein's conviction on 12 felony counts Trial records exposed a secret, high-rolling double life where Goldstein won more than $50 million in high-stakes...