Mass. regulators to discuss sports betting launch dates, return of horse racing

The Gaming Commission is meeting at 10 a.m. today to discuss the timeline for the rollout of sports betting in Massachusetts. Regulators favor letting the state's casinos and simulcast open in-person sports books first, followed by the launch of mobile betting at a later date.

Massachusetts regulators to discuss sports betting launch dates and the return of horse racing today. The future of sports gambling in Massachusetts is unclear. Regulators are considering a staggered rollout of in-person and mobile betting. The agenda does list votes on in person and on mobile launch, but it's more of a legal formality.

The Boston City Council approved a plan to give the mayor and their councillors a 20% raise next term. The application to bring thoroughbred horse racing back to Massachusetts is on the agenda. It's due on November 15. The owners of Great Meadowbrook Farm in Hardwick want to build a race track and grandstand on their 360-acre farm.

Free samples are back at Trader Joe's. Dan Acher is bringing his Borealis light display to Kendall Square tonight through Sunday. He will talk to Radio Boston host Tiziana Dearing about the Boreal Lights. Massachusetts regulators are discussing sports betting launch dates.