New Yorkers have always been known for their resiliency and determination. If they want it, they figure out how to get it. New York has been making progress with its expected launch of online sports betting, but the process is taking longer than anticipated. Instead of patiently waiting, however, sports betting fans have figured out […]
New York State violated federal laws. That’s what the Seneca Nation of Indians believes as it continues to fight a judge’s order to pay millions of dollars to the state. The issue revolves around payments the tribe has been ordered to make in accordance with its existing gaming compact with the state; however, those payments, […]
Casino-goers in and around Long Island will still be able to visit Jake’s 58 in Islandia after a federal judge shot down an attempt by local residents to shutter the casino. The fate of the gambling venue has been uncertain for several years after its owner, Suffolk OTB, found itself in financial trouble, leading to […]
Records reveal that William Hochul Jr., the husband of New York’s governor Kathleen Hochul, has been continuously working as a general counsel and senior vice president for Delaware North – a casino and hospitality company that lobbied with state officials. According to the records, most of this occurred at the time Hochul was still a lieutenant governor in the state. […]
Rivers’ poker room in Schenectady, New York was shut last year in March due to the COVID-19 pandemic. After staying shut for more than 17 months, the poker room reopens today with working hours 10 am to 2 am. Rivers Poker Room Closed Back in March 2020 New York poker fans are in for a […]
Jay-Z, the rapper born as Shawn Corey Carter, could be about to make history once again. In addition to being a musician and social justice pioneer, he is also an avid sports fan. Jay-Z has been linked to a number of teams over the years and once held a partial membership stake in the NBA’s […]
After months of facing accusations of sexual misconduct, and just as the state’s investigation of the claims was wrapping up, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has announced his resignation. This past Tuesday, the embattled governor gave his two weeks notice, paving the way for Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul to take over. While her ascension makes […]
Bob Baffert has won. He isn’t yet in the clear on suspicion that Medina Spirit, the Kentucky Derby-winning colt he trained, had been given steroids before the race, but he can claim a small victory after a New York judge ordered the New York Racing Association (NYRA) to back down on Wednesday. Brooklyn Judge Carol […]
New York State’s Gaming Commission has released the long-anticipated request for mobile sports betting applications. Sports Betting Applications Are Due August 9 On Friday afternoon, the New York State Gaming Commission released the request for mobile sports betting applications. The applications request was long-awaited, as it was supposed to come out on July 1. The state would partner with […]
The deadline for the Request for Applications by the New York Gaming Commission might not come for two weeks. RFA’s Date Was July 1, 2021 The Request for Applications (RFA) by the New York Gaming Commission (NYGC) was due out yesterday evening (Thursday). According to unidentified sources speaking to Sports Handle, it could be delayed […]
