Gila River Tribe announces new casino location (07/12)

The Gila River Indian Community of Arizona plans to move its Lone Butte Casino to a new location after running into opposition from a neighboring community. The tribe originally wanted to move the casino closer...

County seeks meeting to discuss Choctaw casino (07/12)

Officials in Jackson County are seeking a public meeting with the new leader of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians. After being sworn in as miko, or chief, Beasley Denson said he would not abide...

Editorial: Pay attention to Choctaw casino vote (07/12)

"Even though the new chief of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians says a vote in Jackson County on the tribe's casino plan won't matter, the outcome will send a clear signal to the politicians....

Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe rejects counteroffer (07/12)

The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe has rejected a "hostile" counteroffer to host a casino in the town of Middleboro, Massachusetts. Chairman Glenn Marshall said he hopes the tribe and the town can reach an agreement. But...

Column: Democrats appease wealthy gaming tribes (07/12)

"I’m not angry with Steve Maviglio for branding me on a Democratic Party blog as the “worst” political journalist in the state. In fact, the guy’s got nothing but my sympathy. As top enforcer for...

Buena Vista Band extends casino negotiations (07/12)

The Buena Vista Band of Miwok Indians and Amador County extended negotiations over a casino agreement. The tribe and the county agreed to a 30-day extension. Talks were supposed to have concluded yesterday. The tribe...