New York advances casinos at a Bronx golf course and near Mets stadium | Ap

NEW YORK (AP) — Casinos proposed for a golf court in the Bronx and next to the New York Mets’ ballpark are poised to cash in on a lucrative state gambling license for the New York City area.

The two proposals were recommended for licensing by a key state gaming board on Monday.

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