Tribal Gaming

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...

Wind Creek Chicago Southland Casino Debuts in Illinois

After years of anticipation and planning, the Wind Creek Chicago Southland casino opened its doors to the public, marking a significant milestone for local entertainment and economic development. Located at 173...

New Desert Diamond Casino White Tanks Set to Open in December

Desert Diamond Casino White Tanks will open in December 2024, marking the Tohono O’odham Nation's latest expansion into Arizona's bustling entertainment landscape. Located at 8200 N. Sarival Ave., Waddell, AZ, ...

Chicken Ranch Casino Resort to Debut Luxury Experience with Grand Opening Nov 8-10

This November, the Chicken Ranch Casino Resort, a proud enterprise of the Chicken Ranch Rancheria of Me-Wuk Indians, is set to unveil a new standard in luxury with its grand opening from November 8-10. Located ...