Ferndale to apply for summertime racing dates
The Humboldt County Fair in Ferndale, Calif., will apply for summertime racing dates with the California Horse Racing Board as early as March, a fair official said on Thursday.
Steve AndersenFeb 14, 2025
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Hall of Fame thieves convicted on multiple accounts of theft, conspiracy
Three men who were part of a wide-ranging theft ring that broke into both the Thoroughbred and harness racing Halls of Fame were convicted in a Pennsylvania courtroom on Friday on charges related to the thefts.
Matt HegartyFeb 12, 2025
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Florida decoupling bill gets out of subcommittee
A bill that would allow Gulfstream Park to operate its casino without any statutory obligation to live racing sailed through its first hearing on Wednesday in front of a Florida House of Representatives subcommittee.
Matt HegartyFeb 05, 2025
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Total wagering in January up slightly from last year
Total wagering on Thoroughbred races held at United States racetracks in the month of January increased slightly compared to the same month last year, while the average wagering per race declined due to an uncharacteristically high increase in the number of races held.
Matt HegartyFeb 05, 2025
New members named to HISA's Horsemen's Advisory Group
The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority has selected four new members for its Horsemen’s Advisory Group to replace four members whose terms had expired, HISA announced on Monday.
Matt HegartyFeb 03, 2025
Texas Racing Commission suspends Diaz Jr., Keeton for medication violations
The Texas Racing Commission has summarily suspended trainers Juan Diaz Jr. and Toby Keeton for “allegedly” incurring “multiple positive tests” for the Class 1 medication carmoterol.
Mary RampelliniFeb 03, 2025
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Florida Thoroughbred Horsemen reverse course, will now oppose decoupling
The organization representing owners and trainers at Gulfstream Park in Hallandale Beach, Fla., has reversed course and approved a resolution to oppose legislation sought by the track that would allow it to continue operating a casino without any live racing obligations.
Matt HegartyFeb 03, 2025
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Trainer Faith Taylor considering retiring due to Northern California's changing landscape
The widespread changes taking place in California this winter may lead trainer Faith Taylor to make the ultimate career change. Taylor said on Thursday that she is considering retiring after a lifelong involvement in many aspects of the sport.
Steve AndersenJan 31, 2025
Michigan restores ADW access, with exception of TwinSpires
Account wagering on horse racing is back on the menu in Michigan. On Friday, the Michigan Gaming Control Board granted a license to Northville Downs to run two brief Standardbred meets in 2025, which had the effect of simultaneously approving the track’s contracts with third-party account-wagering operators.
Matt HegartyJan 31, 2025
HIWU rescinds penalties on Pennsylvania lab TCO2 positives
The Horseracing Integrity and Welfare Unit has dropped all pending cases related to total-carbon dioxide overages arising out of tests performed at an accredited Pennsylvania drug laboratory after mandating that the laboratory switch to a different testing methodology.
Matt HegartyJan 29, 2025