Tribal Gaming

Mi’kmaw Communities Join Casino Industry with Alberta Acquisition

In a historic move toward economic growth and self-reliance, five Mi'kmaw communities in Nova Scotia have joined forces to enter the casino gaming industry. Through their collective initiative, Indigenous Gamin...

Ninth Circuit Upholds Dismissal of Maverick Gaming’s Sports Betting Lawsuit

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld the dismissal of Maverick Gaming LLC’s lawsuit challenging Washington State’s sports betting laws. Maverick, which operates cardrooms in the state, had argued that ...

Ho-Chunk Plans $50 Million Casino for South Sioux City, Nebraska

The South Sioux City gaming landscape is set for a significant shake-up as Ho-Chunk, Inc. unveils plans to build a brand-new casino in the area. The company, which has been expanding its footprint in Nebraska s...

Caesars Virginia Sets New Grand Opening Date for December 17; Owensboro Racing & Gaming Eyes Feb 12, 2025 Launch

Caesars Virginia has adjusted the date of its grand opening, now slated for December 17 instead of December 12. The announcement, made by Caesars Entertainment, highlighted an array of festivities, including a ...

Is It Time for Illinois to Embrace iGaming? The Push for Legalization Amid Casino Expansion

On November 7, 2024, Illinois marked a significant milestone in its gaming industry with the opening of the Wind Creek Casino in East Hazel Crest. This new development was a welcome addition to the state’s gami...

Sonoma County Casino Dispute Intensifies Over Tribal Sovereignty and Land Rights

A contentious legal dispute has erupted over a proposed casino in Sonoma County, California, highlighting deep-seated tribal rivalries and questions of ancestral land rights. The Federated Indians of Graton Ran...

Grand Traverse Band of Indians to Open Gaming Facility in Benzonia

The Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians has announced plans to establish a gaming facility in Benzonia, Michigan. The new venue, located on tribal trust land, is expected to bring economic growth...

Vallejo City Council Approves Scotts Valley Casino Project Amidst Wide-Ranging Debate

In a marathon Vallejo City Council session that extended from Tuesday night well into early Wednesday morning (November 19th - November 20th), a series of resolutions were adopted, including a pivotal one conce...

Progress on Medford Casino Proposal: Coquille Tribe Nears Approval After Decade-Long Effort

For nearly ten years, the Coquille Indian Tribe has pursued the establishment of a casino in Medford, Oregon, a plan that recently saw significant progress. The Department of the Interior has finalized an Envir...

Michigan Online Casinos Set $220.7M Revenue Record in October

Michigan’s online casino and sports betting market reached new heights in October 2024, setting a record with $220.7 million in gross receipts. This marks the state’s highest-ever monthly total for iGaming, sur...

Wind Creek Hospitality Acquires Birmingham Racecourse and Casino

Wind Creek Hospitality, the gaming and hospitality arm of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians, has announced its acquisition of the Birmingham Racecourse and Casino. The deal, expected to close by early 2025, posi...

Turning Stone Resort Casino Embarks on Monumental $370 Million Expansion

The Turning Stone Resort Casino in Verona, New York, renowned for its substantial influence in the hospitality and gaming industry since its opening in 1993, has launched the most extensive expansion in its his...

Cherokee Nation Fails in Lawsuit Over Casino License Revocation After Issue 2 Passage

Following the recent approval of Arkansas' Issue 2, the Cherokee Nation and affiliated entities have filed a federal lawsuit against the state, challenging the amendment’s impact on their plans to build a casin...