Mamdani, Skeptical of Casinos, Won’t Try to Block Them in New York City

Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic mayoral nominee, said that while he still had doubts about city casinos, he respected the views of voters who supported them.

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Adams Revives Bally’s Casino Bid by Vetoing Council’s Vote to Block It

Mayor Eric Adams said the move was not an endorsement of the $4 billion casino project in the Bronx, which, if built, would result in a $115 million payout to the Trump Organization.

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Several People Injured in Shooting at Reno Casino Resort

The police said that the gunman was in custody after the attack at the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino.

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Republican Tax Bill Is a Losing Deal for Gamblers

The law is creating backlash from the gambling industry and bettors who could owe taxes even if they break even.

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Bally’s Bronx Casino Plan Appears Dead After Council Rejects Rezoning

The City Council vote all but dooms the company’s chances of obtaining one of up to three casino licenses that New York State is expected to award this year.

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For Casino Operators, It’s Deadline Day

Applications to open a casino in the New York area are due today, and the state board will then choose the winners after public hearings.

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Florida Sheriff Is Arrested in Illegal Gambling Investigation

Prosecutors accused Sheriff Marcos Lopez of Osceola County of protecting a gambling ring that made about $22 million across at least two Central Florida counties.

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Hudson Yards Developer Drops Casino Bid in Face of Political Opposition

Shortly after Wynn Resorts withdrew from a casino bid on Manhattan’s Far West Side, Related Companies formally pulled the plug and announced a new housing plan.

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Virginia Coal Country Courts New Business With Old Mining Money

As President Trump pledges to revive ‘beautiful’ coal, Virginia’s coal counties have largely moved on to new ventures. But who stands to benefit?

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Las Vegas Sands Drops Bid to Open a Casino on Long Island

The company cited the threat that online gambling posed to its profits in its decision to bow out of the competition for one of three casino licenses around New York City.

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