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Tribal Casinos Outside Tribal Land? It Could Happen In California, Thanks To Favorable Federal Judge Ruling

A rulling by US District Judge Anthony Ishii might open the door for tribes in California to operate tribal casinos on non-trbal land. Read More

Posted on: April 15, 2021 | | Martin Harris

Artichoke Joe’s Casino Will Cut Historic $5.3 Million Check Due To Various Violations

Misleading gambling regulators and violating the federal Bank Secrecy Act earned Artichoke Joe's Casino a record fine of $5.3 million. Read More

Posted on: March 26, 2021 | | Martin Harris

Banner Day For Elk Grove: Wilton Rancheria, Boyd Gaming Break Ground On New Casino

Ground has broken near Sacramento on Sky River Casino. The Wilton Rancheria-Boyd Gaming casino, though, likely won't open until 2022. Read More

Posted on: March 17, 2021 | | Martin Harris

The Slaphouse Doesn’t Always Win: Anaheim Police Break Up Illegal Gambling Ring

Police broke up an illegal gambling operation in Anaheim after many members of the community tipped off law enforcement. Read More

Posted on: February 19, 2021 | | Derek Helling

Casino M8trix Lawsuit Is Epitome Of Clashing Interests In CA Gambling Industry

When it comes to gambling in California, there are many competing interests. A recent Casino M8trix lawsuit is more proof of that. Read More

Posted on: February 15, 2021 | | Derek Helling

Arizona Sports Betting Legislation Making Fast Progress In Phoenix

One week after introduction, companion bills to authorize retail and mobile sports betting for Native American tribes and professional sports operations in Arizona advanced through committee. Read More

Posted on: February 10, 2021 | | Matthew Kredell

Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey, Other Lawmakers Seek Expanded Gambling In New Tribal Deal

Gov. Doug Ducey has indicated his willingness to expand Arizona gaming. New legislation would do just that, including legalizing sports betting. Read More

Posted on: February 9, 2021 | | Martin Harris

Shuffle Up And Deal: California Cardrooms Reopening Amid Eased COVID-19 Restrictions

As California Gov. Gavin Newsom relaxes COVID-19 restrictions, cardrooms in Los Angeles County, and around the state, are ready to reopen. Read More

Posted on: February 3, 2021 | | Derek Helling

Larry Flynt Gains New Life In Fight Against California Gambling Restriction Law

For more than five years, controversial porn mogul and casino owner Larry Flynt has been engaged in a legal battle against the state of California. Flynt believes a state law unfairly restricts his ability to pursue investment opportunities. Since 2016, the founder of Hustler magazine has been in court fighting to have the law declared unconstitutional […] Read More

Posted on: January 27, 2021 | | Martin Harris

San Jose City Council Strengthens Support For Cardrooms At Precarious Juncture

San Jose cardrooms already had the support of the city, but that has gone up to another level with the city council voting to join a lobbying group. Read More

Posted on: January 21, 2021 | | Derek Helling