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Bay101 Casino, City Of San Jose Settlement Could Lead To Gambling Expansion

Because of a Bay101 lawsuit settlement with the city of San Jose, California, the cardroom might expand its operations in the near future. Read More

Posted on: October 1, 2020 | | Derek Helling

After Over A Decade Of Legal Battles, North Fork Casino Project Given Green Light

A North Fork tribal casino near Fresno got a crucial legal victory recently, paving the way for the project to proceed after nearly two decades of issues. Read More

Posted on: September 8, 2020 | | Derek Helling

EA Finds Itself In California Gambling Lawsuit Over FIFA, Madden Loot Boxes

An EA lawsuit over Madden and FIFA Ultimate Team loot boxes alleges the video games' packs constitute illegal gambling according to California law. Read More

Posted on: August 20, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Couple Charged With Grand Theft Of Nearly $4 Million From Parkwest 580 Casino

Khan "Tina" Tran and her husband Eric Nguyen have been charged with felony grand theft from Parkwest 580 Casino in Livermore totaling nearly $4 million. Read More

Posted on: August 14, 2020 | | Joe Boozell

California Sports Betting Initiative Could Get Special Treatment

The sports betting initiative offered by California tribes won’t be on the November ballot, but could still go in front of voters before 2022. Read More

Posted on: August 13, 2020 | | Matthew Kredell

Charred Body Of Poker Pro Susie Zhao Found In Remote Michigan Parking Lot

Susie Zhao, a professional poker player and regular at the Commerce Casino in Los Angeles, was found dead in Michigan on July 13 with her body badly burned. Read More

Posted on: July 24, 2020 | | Joe Boozell

One California Tribal Casino Closes, Gov. Newsom Pressured To Close The Rest

Havasu Landing Resort & Casino in California will close again for a minumum of 14 days due to COVID-19 cases at the property. Read More

Posted on: July 14, 2020 | | Joe Boozell

CA Tribal Casinos Get Petition Extension, But Will It Lead To What They Want?

Tribal casinos won their bid to extend the time for the sports betting amendment petition that might be on the ballot for Californians in 2022. Read More

Posted on: July 2, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Open, Closed And Open Again: Parkwest Welcomes Players After COVID-19 Case

The Parkwest Casino Lotus card room in Sacramento County, which closed after a staff member tested positive for COVID-19, is open again. Read More

Posted on: June 30, 2020 | | Joe Boozell

Sports Betting Revenue Could Bring Billions To California, Report Says

Gambling Research Firm: Legal Sports Betting Could Bring $2.5B Annually To California

Although it could be a while before it becomes a reality, there is a reason for optimism regarding legal wagering on sports in the Golden State. A boutique research firm for the gaming industry says that sports betting revenue could be quite lucrative for California. While that obviously would benefit the state’s coffers, Sacramento isn’t […] Read More

Posted on: January 29, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Industry News

Bay101 Casino, City Of San Jose Settlement Could Lead To Gambling Expansion

After Over A Decade Of Legal Battles, North Fork Casino Project Given Green Light

EA Finds Itself In California Gambling Lawsuit Over FIFA, Madden Loot Boxes

Couple Charged With Grand Theft Of Nearly $4 Million From Parkwest 580 Casino

California Sports Betting Initiative Could Get Special Treatment

Charred Body Of Poker Pro Susie Zhao Found In Remote Michigan Parking Lot

One California Tribal Casino Closes, Gov. Newsom Pressured To Close The Rest

CA Tribal Casinos Get Petition Extension, But Will It Lead To What They Want?

Open, Closed And Open Again: Parkwest Welcomes Players After COVID-19 Case

Gambling Research Firm: Legal Sports Betting Could Bring $2.5B Annually To California

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

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

Dr DisRespect Teams Up With FanDuel For DFS And Sportsbook Promos

Arizona Sports Betting Legislation Making Fast Progress In Phoenix

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

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

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

San Jose City Council Strengthens Support For Cardrooms At Precarious Juncture

Graton Resort Cancels 4,000-Guest New Year’s Eve Party, Temporarily Closes

Despite Dismissal Of Lawsuit, Tribes Not Done Fighting Against California Cardrooms