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California Cardrooms Might Lose Baccarat, Blackjack, and Other Games If Tribes Prevail in Court

The future of California’s cardrooms is officially ‘to be determined’ after a collective of casino-owning California Native American tribes initiated their lawsuit against the state’s cardroom operators on Jan. 2. If the tribes have their way, the cardrooms might no longer be able to offer blackjack, baccarat and other casino-style games other than poker. The […]

Posted on: January 7, 2025 | | Matthew Lomon

Poker table represents Senate Bill 549, which could eliminate CA card rooms

Cardrooms Protest Potential California Bill SB 549

Cardrooms might be eliminated if a new bill ends up passing. Leaders from various cities gathered to protest the bill.

Posted on: July 9, 2024 | | Adam Hensley

A picture of lawsuit paperwork for a story about a bill that would allow CA tribes to sue cardrooms made progress in the legislature.

Bill Allowing Tribes To Sue Cardrooms Sees Movement in CA Legislature

The Tribal Declaratory Relief Act of 2023 heads to the California Assembly’s Governmental Organization Committee after months of review.

Posted on: January 20, 2024 | | Cheryl Coward

A photo of the U.S. Congress during the 2018 State of the Union address for a story about a CA cardroom owner running for a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives.

California Cardroom Owner Makes Bid For U.S. Congressional Seat

Kyle Kirkland, owner of Club One Casino in Fresno, said he will run for the U.S. Congressional seat for California's 20th district.

Posted on: January 6, 2024 | | Dan Holmes

A picture of a blackjack game in progress for a story about how California card rooms found a way to spread table games without breaking state law.

Despite Tribal Exclusivity, Here’s How CA Card Rooms Can Spread Blackjack

To offer otherwise banned games, Casino M8trix, and other card rooms use a third party to facilitate payouts with bettors.

Posted on: November 15, 2023 | | Cheryl Coward

A photo of a woman giving the OK sign holding a phone on a story about El Dorado County approving a card room.

El Dorado County Board Unanimously Approves Relocated Card Room

The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors has approved a card room relocation to El Dorado Hills with a 5-0 vote.

Posted on: October 23, 2023 | | Dan Holmes

Photo of a poker dealer on a story about a California tribal leader writing a column against card rooms in the state.

Tribal Gaming Chair Pens Criticism Of California Card Rooms

California tribal gaming chair criticizes card rooms in editorial supporting measure that would allow tribes to sue operators.

Posted on: October 20, 2023 | | Dan Holmes

Graphic of a cross-through circle over a blackjack table for story on ban in California

Blackjack Busted Under Proposed California Card Room Regulations

California regulators are drafting rules for card rooms across the state. The new rules would ban blackjack from being played.

Posted on: October 2, 2023 | | Dan Holmes

California tribes vs. cardrooms war could take huge step in August, from playca.com

California’s Tribes vs. Cardrooms War Could Take Huge Step In August

The California legislature is back in session, and the ongoing battle between tribes and cardrooms is expected to be a major topic.

Posted on: August 15, 2023 | | Dan Holmes

Chumash Casino patron from Ventura county wins $137k on $1 side bet, from playca.com

Ventura County Man Wins $137K On $1 Side Bet At Chumash Casino Resort

A Ventura county man enjoys a successful trip to Chumash Casino Resort, winning $137,921 on a $1 side bet thanks to a Royal Flush.

Posted on: July 31, 2023 | | Dan Holmes