ATMs at most casinos readily accept California welfare cards (06/24)

Welfare recipients in California can use their state-issued debit cards to withdraw cash at most tribal casinos and non-Indian poker rooms, The Los Angeles Times reports. The state Department of Social Services website lists all...

Mashantucket Tribe backs protections for gay casino workers (06/24)

The Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation of Connecticut is ensuring gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered employees at its two casinos enjoy the same rights and protections as other workers. The tribe recently passed a law to...

Mississippi Choctaw members seek referendum on casino bid (06/24)

Three members of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians want the tribe to hold a referendum on its new casino plan. The tribal council voted 8-7 to move forward with the casino near Sandersville, in...

Aquinnah Wampanoag Tribe in 'holding pattern' on casino bill (06/24)

The Aquinnah Wampanoag Tribe is waiting to see how a bill to legalize casino gambling in Massachusetts turns out. The tribe wants to build a casino in the city of Fall River. But the details...

Secretary Salazar welcomes Tracie Stevens as head of NIGC (06/24)

Interior Secretary Ken Salazar said Tracie Stevens brings a "wealth of expertise and experience" to the National Indian Gaming Commission. Stevens, a member of the Tulalip Tribes of Washington, was confirmed to lead the...