Opinion: Following the gaming money in California (02/18)

"Speaking of legislators, I thought you might be interested in some information I just received about the influence on our legislators that is derived from casinos. The two biggest arguments given to allow the growth...

South Dakota bill seeks more review of compacts (02/18)

South Dakota tribes are opposing a bill that would require legislative approval of all tribal-state gaming compacts. Tribal leaders said the bill will complicate an already difficult process. They cited failed attempts to negotiate new...

Pinoleville Pomo Nation eyes fifth casino in county (02/18)

The Pinoleville Pomo Nation of California plans to build the fifth tribal casino in Mendocino County, population 90,000. The tribe gained state legislative approval for a casino with up to 900 slot machines. The compact...

Oklahoma tracks ask for probe into tribal payments (02/18)

The Oklahoma Quarter Horse Racing Association and the Thoroughbred Racing Association of Oklahoma are accusing three tribes of shortchanging them on gaming payments. Under the tribal-state compact, the Cherokee Nation, the Muscogee (Creek) Nation and...

Kansas casino deal tied to Wyandotte Nation plans (02/18)

The Kansas Lottery approved a contract for a state-owned casino on Wednesday that depends on plans by the Wyandotte Nation of Oklahoma. The tribe wants to use 10 acres in Park City for an off-reservation...

Siletz Tribes share gaming money with community (02/18)

The Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians shared nearly $160,000 in gaming revenues with schools, non-profits and charitable organizations. The tribe contributes money to groups in its 11-county service area in Oregon and to any Native...