The approval process for commercial casino licenses in New York State is at a critical juncture, with the state's Gaming Facility Location Board planning to conduct site visits to the remaining three proposed casino locations on November 17, 2025. This inspection is a key step in the evaluation peri
MGM Resorts unexpectedly announced its withdrawal from the New York State casino license competition, retracting its $2.3 billion renovation plan for the Empire City Racetrack Casino. The company was originally one of the four finalists, and the withdrawal was due to concerns about the newly defined
The licensing process for casinos in New York State has entered a critical phase, with two highly anticipated casino projects—Metropolitan Park in Queens and MGM Empire City in Yonkers—having completed their second round of public hearings this week. These projects are currently awaiting the decisio
After the New York City Council approved a crucial rezoning proposal on Wednesday, Bally’s Corp.'s plan to build a casino in the Bronx was able to move forward, providing a significant boost in its bid for a downstate casino license in New York. The proposal narrowly passed in committee earlier and
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