North Fork Rancheria moves closer to decision on casino project

North Fork Rancheria moves closer to decision on casino project (September 2, 2010)

After waiting more than six years, the North Fork Rancheria of Mono Indians of California is about to get an answer on its proposed casino. The tribe wants to build a $350 million casino with a 200-room hotel, a pool,...

Connecticut tribes hope for a big Labor Day weekend at casinos

Connecticut tribes hope for a big Labor Day weekend at casinos (September 2, 2010)

It's been a rough couple of years for Connecticut's two federally recognized tribes but they are looking forward to a big Labor Day weekend at their casinos. The Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation and the Mohegan Tribe are hosting big-name concerts...

Opinion: State politicos should back Mississippi Choctaw casino

Opinion: State politicos should back Mississippi Choctaw casino (September 2, 2010)

Officials in Malheur County, Oregon, are meeting every month to discuss a potential off-reservation casino with the Burns Paiute Tribe. The Malheur County Casino Committee hired an attorney with Indian law experience and wants to study how other communities have...

Opinion: State politicians should back Mississippi Choctaw casino

Opinion: State politicians should back Mississippi Choctaw casino (September 2, 2010)

"In June, the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians (MBCI) announced plans to build a new casino in Sandersville in Jones County. The 27,000-square-foot casino, which is expected to cost $18 million to build, will boast between 500 and 700 slot...

Gaming compacts in California  don't address child support issue

Gaming compacts in California don't address child support issue (September 2, 2010)

Some tribes in California share gaming revenues with their members but the money can't be used to cover child support payments. Christina Brown was married to a member of the Viejas Band of Kumeyaay Indians. A state court ordered the...