Partnership connecting people with autism with job openings
Adults with autism are being trained and hired for jobs thanks to a unique partnership between a casino hotel and a nonprofit. CBS2's John Dias reports.
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Adults with autism are being trained and hired for jobs thanks to a unique partnership between a casino hotel and a nonprofit. CBS2's John Dias reports.
The "Say No to the Casino" civic association has been fighting the proposed development.
On Monday, legislators are expected to vote on transferring the land lease for the hub to the Sands.
County Executive Bruce Blakeman said, in part, "This could become the highest-grossing casino in America."
Las Vegas Sands has grand plans for the area. The privately funded project would cost around $4 billion.
Local residents hope the new 60,000 square-foot facility will revitalize the Newburgh Mall.
Gamblers will soon take aim at 1,200 slot machines and 82 electronic table games inside the Newburgh Mall.
Resorts World Hudson Valley Casino is about to open its doors in Newburgh. CBS2's Tony Aiello reports.
A proposal to bring a casino to Times Square could also bring a fleet of surveillance drones hovering above, according to The New York Times.
The National Council on Problem Gambling estimates 2 million adults in the United States have a gambling addiction.
The Legislature is getting ready to roll the dice on a move to approve three licenses for the Big Apple and beyond.
